Stories

 

We invite all Rotary Clubs to participate in a powerful storytelling initiative. By sharing your local projects, events, and community impact stories with the marketing team, you’ll help shine a light on the incredible work being done across the network—and inspire others to find out more about Rotary. We’re looking for impactful, real stories that could inspire a non-member to pause, read, and think, “I want to be part of something like that.” These stories help bring Rotary’s mission to life in a way that facts and figures can’t.

 

Here is a link to share your stories.

As communities across New South Wales face one of the most devastating flood emergencies in recent memory, we are once again called to act with compassion and urgency.
In just two days, parts of the state have received four months’ worth of rain, triggering flash floods that have inundated homes, cut off entire towns, and tragically claimed lives. Over 50,000 residents have been warned to evacuate or prepare for isolation, with major flooding affecting areas such as Taree, Wingham, Dungog, and the Mid North Coast.
Emergency services are stretched thin, conducting hundreds of rescues while many residents remain stranded. The full scale of the disaster is still unfolding, and the need for coordinated support is growing by the hour.
Rotary District 9660 is mobilising to assist affected communities. Disaster coordinators are being appointed, and collaboration with local authorities is underway. As with the Queensland response, mental health support will be a critical focus in the recovery phase.

How You Can Help:

There are two trusted ways to contribute: 
    •    District 9660 Disaster Fund Account
(For immediate use by clubs and districts – not tax deductible) 
            Account Name: Rotary District 9660
            BSB: 082798
            Account Number: 599 583 002
                                         and/or 
    •    Rotary Foundation Disaster Response Fund
(Tax-deductible in Australia – ideal for individual donations, in support of the Disaster Response Grant application that is being prepared by the district)
DONATE HERE (https://msgfocus.rotary.org/c/1eGpfw3dw1nPdAtpWtDDmpZrrvSeI) 
Your generosity will directly support those in need, helping to provide emergency supplies, shelter, and long-term recovery assistance.
Thank you all, across our region, for standing with our Australian communities during this time of crisis.

 

Yours in Rotary Service,
DG Bruce George
Rotary District 9660
M: 0419380059
mailto:bkg5762@activ8.net.au

DRFC Ken Hall
Rotary District 9660
M: 0419613982
mailto:hallkr330@gmail.com

 

This amazing event sees people travel from all corners of the globe to join in walks over two days. It aims to build cross-cultural friendships and understanding by seeing people ‘walk and talk’. The Aussie Peace Walk supports Rotary District 9705. Details here: https://aussiepeacewalk.com.au/

 

Our region is no stranger to health challenges, and Rotary is on the frontline. We help communities prevent the spread of diseases like polio, HIV/AIDS, and malaria. Through education, equipment, and access to healthcare, we’re improving lives and expanding low-cost and free health services across the Pacific.

Rotary promotes meaningful dialogue to foster understanding across diverse communities and cultures. We empower both adults and youth to lead in conflict prevention and resolution, and we support refugees seeking safety from violence. Together, we’re building pathways to peace that resonate across the South Pacific.