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2 weeks ago

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Rotary Donations in Kind

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1 month ago

Rotary through the generations

The Rotary Club of North Balwyn (RCNB), Vic, recently experienced a rare event with the induction of a third-generation member. Andrew Sutherland, 32, is the son of the current club president, Peter Sutherland, who’s the son of Ken Sutherland, who, at age 92, is still an active member of the Rotary Club of Kogarah, NSW.

Although Rotary flows through the veins of the Sutherlands, Andrew never had a burning desire to be a Rotarian, until he attended the recent club presidency handover, where his father was inaugurated as president.
“I got talking with the chairman of Australian Rotary Health, Greg Ross, and the 2019 Rotarian of the year, Ken Maxfield. Ken was discussing a project he created, Camp Getaway, which is a retreat for people with disabilities. As I listened to Greg and Ken talk about the incredible impact of the camp, I was struck by their passion and the scope of what could be achieved. They were so genuine, and really cared. It was then that I decided I want to be associated with people like that,” Andrew said.
Not only is Andrew keen to get involved in international aid and health focused projects, he relishes the fellowship.

“I’m looking forward to being involved with club activities and meeting new people. It will be exciting to join a project and have the experience of helping others. I’ve wanted to be part of a community for some time.”
Andrew says it’s wonderful to see his dad thriving in Rotary.
“After having serious health issues, including leukaemia and prostate cancer, where there was a real risk that he might not have been with us at all, I admire him so much for his drive and commitment.”

Initially, the principal reason that Peter joined Rotary was for fellowship.
“Rotary has given me a network of friends and I enjoy our fellowship weekends, where we go fishing, golfing or bike-riding,” Peter said. “However, contributing to successful projects is also a source of joy; whether it be raising money through weekly catering with the members, renovating bikes for people in the Solomon Islands, or refurbishing donated computers for poor communities at Donations in Kind.

“I’m always in awe of those who invent projects and follow them through. Our farmers’ drought relief project has been very successful. When one of our members first brought the idea to us, I couldn’t see how we could do it, or indeed make it work. I thought it was too big to tackle, but he did it. If you dream of doing things in Rotary, people come on board to make it happen,” Peter said.

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Rotary Donations in Kind

1 month ago

A big welcome to year 7-9 students from Baden Powell College, sorting and packing re-cycled bedsheets and linen donated by Rio Tinto and Spotless in Western Australia. These sheets wiil be sent with Rotary's recycled hospital beds to Timor Leste, Cambodia, Chile and other destinations. Thanks kids. ... See MoreSee Less

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Hi I thing we open the containers on the weekend at Rotary here in Adelaide and next weekend we start sorting ready to send with all the hospital gear we have here. If these are from you many thanks and well done

Rotary 👏👏fantastic service club 💕💕💕💕

It was super meeting these highly motivated and interested students. They were super keen to get involved and help others. Pamela Baker you were a great inspiration today.

You are an inspiration Pam. X Rosemarie

Well done. Service above self

Fantastic

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2 months ago

Vale Past President Jack Watson

It is with great sadness we advise of the passing of our Honorary member Jack Watson on Sunday morning.

Jack was inducted into Rotary in June 1996, Past President of Brimbank Central Rotary Club year 2004-2005
Paul Harris Fellow plus 3 Rubies
Member of the District Shine On for 13 years,
Member of District Computers 4 community for past 20 Years

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So sad to hear of Jack's passing. He was a wonderful Rotarian and worked tirelessly for Shine On and Computer for Kids and the Community. I was fortunate to work on both these committees with Jack and no how much effort he put into both. Dawn and Jack shared a wonderful partnership. My deepest sympathy

Condolences To family. from Des Shiel. Rotary club of Lilydale. Who met him at DIK.

His golf days at Brimbank Central raised well over $100,000 for many wonderful Rotary Projects. A great Rotarian.

So many special memories. A great humanitarian who never tired of generously contributing to others. You “Shined On” Jack for others. We honour you.

RIP

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