Judith Durham and her sister at our club Christmas breakfast 2006, plus Michael's wife Nina and their children
The Rotary world mourns the passing of Judith Durham AO and PHF. Judith was a great Australian , generous with her time, caring for others and a friend of Rotary Central Melbourne (RCM).
Through the auspice’s of her friend, Charter President Terry Cocks and member Michael Bromby, Judith was introduced to Rotary Central Melbourne. Notwithstanding her busy life Judith became involved in Rotary activities. RCM’s then Youth team leader Michael Lapina, President John Ilott and Judith adjudicated promising young performers at the Victoria School of Arts. Judith also sang at the annual Paul Harris breakfasts attended by many Rotarians and friends from District 9800; attended fund-raising events such as the ‘Hypothetical’ at Federation Square and also participated in the club Christmas breakfast event.
RCM’s association with Judith Durham and her involvement in Rotary youth programs was awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship recognition in 2006 for her work with young people.
When asked about his memories of Judith, RCM Charter President Terry Cocks said:
"I had the good fortune of introducing Judith Durham to Rotary and our Club. She visited us on many occasions despite her busy commitments and was a genuine supporter of the ideals and objectives of Rotary. She possessed not only unique music talent but also a compassionate interest in people and their welfare. We were very pleased to have recognised her as a Paul Harris Fellow”.
Michael Lapina, District Governor Nominee for D9800 said:
”I'm saddened that the musical world has lost our wonderful icon in Judith Durham. I recall the time she attended our Rotary Christmas Party in 2006, and we (along with her sister, Beverley) were able to sing one of her songs "Morningtown Ride" for members and guests. That morning, my whole family were in attendance, and I remember the love and care Judith showed towards Nina and the kids. She left such an indelible mark in all our hearts. Judith also offered me some guidance, counsel and support when I returned to the stage with Victorian Opera and Opera Australia. She was a true inspiration, always willing to share her experience. I'll miss her very much...”
The Rotary world mourns the passing of Judith Durham AO and PHF. Judith was a great Australian , generous with her time, caring for others and a friend of Rotary Central Melbourne (RCM).
Through the auspice’s of her friend, Charter President Terry Cocks and member Michael Bromby, Judith was introduced to Rotary Central Melbourne. Notwithstanding her busy life Judith became involved in Rotary activities. RCM’s then Youth team leader Michael Lapina, President John Ilott and Judith adjudicated promising young performers at the Victoria School of Arts. Judith also sang at the annual Paul Harris breakfasts attended by many Rotarians and friends from District 9800; attended fund-raising events such as the ‘Hypothetical’ at Federation Square and also participated in the club Christmas breakfast event.
RCM’s association with Judith Durham and her involvement in Rotary youth programs was awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship recognition in 2006 for her work with young people.
When asked about his memories of Judith, RCM Charter President Terry Cocks said:
"I had the good fortune of introducing Judith Durham to Rotary and our Club. She visited us on many occasions despite her busy commitments and was a genuine supporter of the ideals and objectives of Rotary. She possessed not only unique music talent but also a compassionate interest in people and their welfare. We were very pleased to have recognised her as a Paul Harris Fellow”.
Michael Lapina, District Governor Nominee for D9800 said:
”I'm saddened that the musical world has lost our wonderful icon in Judith Durham. I recall the time she attended our Rotary Christmas Party in 2006, and we (along with her sister, Beverley) were able to sing one of her songs "Morningtown Ride" for members and guests. That morning, my whole family were in attendance, and I remember the love and care Judith showed towards Nina and the kids. She left such an indelible mark in all our hearts. Judith also offered me some guidance, counsel and support when I returned to the stage with Victorian Opera and Opera Australia. She was a true inspiration, always willing to share her experience. I'll miss her very much...”