Stories
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In MemoriumWe pause to remember and honour the Rotarians we have lost, celebrating their service, friendship and the lasting difference they made in their communities and through Rotary.
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District Governor Update - Sep 26
District Governor - September UpdateSeptember is shaping up to be another full and inspiring month across District 9685. I continue to be impressed by the energy in our clubs, members' willingness to collaborate, and the practical ways Rotarians are turning ideas into service. |
DISTRICT STORY'S MAKING AN IMPACT
A DISTRICT STORY MAKING AN IMPACTBRISBANE WATER ROTARY - AFRICAN CONNECTIONS
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GROWING ROTARY, STRENGTHENING OUR CLUBS
GROWING ROTARY, STRENGTHENING OUR CLUBS |
A DISTRICT STORY MAKING AN IMPACT
A DISTRICT STORY MAKING AN IMPACTGANBOLD and EARLY READING ADVENTURES – RYDE ROTARY  Students at Meadowbank Public School in northwest Sydney speak more than 50 languages. More than 85% speak a language other than English at home and half have Mongolian heritage. Ryde Rotary members were very surprised at the high proportion of students with Mongolian heritage at the school and were concerned that reading at commencement was such a challenge. POTENTIAL PROJECT A project team formed including PDG Kalma, PE Kathryn Dodd and PE Michelle Westland (Social Impact Network), who is also a Meadowbank Primary School mum. The team determined the potential for RC Ryde to make a difference to the literacy levels of students entering Kindergarten at the School. Thanks go to the project team PDG Kalma McLellan, Ryde President Kathryn Dodd and Rotary Social Impact Network President Michelle Westlund with the backing of the Rotary Club of Ryde. The steps could include:
The Story: Two mischievous twins bake a delicious pie, but to make it perfect, they need one special ingredient. So, they wander deep into the forest and stumble upon a strange berry to include. After the pie is baked, something mysterious happens and suddenly the pie is gone. The twins ask their older brother Ganbold to help track down the escaped pie. Will they find the missing pie, or will it remain lost forever? [You’ll have to read the book to get the full story!!] |
Sept 26 District 9685 Newsletter articles
STORIES OF ROTARIANS CREATING LASTING IMPACT |
RAWCS July 2026 |
Positive Peace Workshop 29 August |
District Governor - August Update
District Governor - August Update Relief for Rasuwa, Nepal (RAOAF). Click the link to make a tax-deductible contribution. This project will support disaster recovery following severe flooding and landslides in Rasuwa District, Nepal, which have caused significant damage to homes, infrastructure, livelihoods and essential community facilities. Supported by: Rotary District 9685, Toukley Wyong Rotary The Rotary Club of Rudramati in Nepal and The Didi Foundation support the recovery effort. Donations can also be made via The Rotary Foundation Disaster Response Fund: [donate here] TRF has just released 2 Disaster Response Grants to Nepal US $50,000 |
The Rotary Foundation July NewsJuly - The Rotary Foundation: More impact for our effort and fund raising |
Celebrating Excellence Across District 9685 |
DG News Aug 2026 |
RAWCS June 2026 report |
Thung Hua Chang Hospital NeonatalGlobal Grant: Thung Hua Chang Hospital Neonatal Equipment
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The Rotary Foundation June NewsJune - Your Rotary Foundation 2025-26 |
The Rotary Foundation May NewsMay - Finishing Strong, Together |
Delivering a Mobile Clinic to Zimbabwe: Call for supportDelivering a Mobile Clinic to Zimbabwe: Call for Support
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Restoring Sight Through Global CollaborationRestoring Sight Through Global Collaboration Rotary districts unite to deliver life-changing eye care in Vavuniya. |
District Governor Update - June 2026 |
District Governor Update - May 2026 |
The Rotary Foundation April NewsTogether, We Are Creating Lasting Change and Strengthening Rotary’s Image |
Rotary Youth Exchange - April NewsRotary Youth Exchange News 🌏 Rotary Youth Exchange - District 9685 Secretary Needed! 🌏 Rotary Youth Exchange - Calling for Host Families District 9685 |
RAWCS February 2026 reportRotary Australia World Community Service (RAWCS) is smashing it in our District. |
District Governor Update -April 2026 |
District Governor Update - Mar 2026 |
District Governor Update - February 2026 |
District Governor Update – January 2026 |
The Rotary Foundation December NewsDistrict 9685 – A Global Grant That Keeps Moving
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The Rotary Foundation November NewsDistrict 9685 – A Season of Impact Through Global Grants
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Vale PDG Maurie Stack OAM 2 Dec 2025Vale PDG Maurie Stack OAM 2 Dec 2025
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Welcome to a New Generation of Service Through The Castle Hill High School Interact Club Click on the image above to view the Castle Hill High School Interact Club promotional video. Backed by Castle Hill Rotary, a bold new chapter for youth leadership and community impact in the Hills! This Interact Club empowers students to lead with heart, take action, and create change locally and globally. Young changemakers stepping into a world of service, purpose, and possibility. |
District Governor Update – December 2025 |
District Partnerships
One Introduction From You Could Spark a New PartnershipRotary District 9685 is beginning a focused outreach campaign to build partnerships with professional associations across our region and your personal network can make all the difference |
Regionalisation Answers: What This Means for You
Understanding Regionalisation: Key Answers for Members from the President’s meeting on 22 November 2025
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The Rotary Foundation Recognition Dinner |
District Governor Update – November 2025
November has been a powerful month of connection, service, and Rotary pride across District 9685. I am deeply grateful for the extraordinary commitment shown by our clubs, volunteers, partners, and community members who continue to embody Rotary’s values in everything they do. |
Rotary District 9685 Youth Exchange
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2025 the Rotary NSW Police Officer of the Year Awards
Well, what a night !!!!! On Friday, 7th November 2025, the Rotary NSW Police Officer of the Year Awards event was held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, with 450 people in attendance, hosted by the Rotary Clubs of Macquarie Park & Sydney. |
Christmas – a special time to give and receive with Rotary.
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2026 Rotary South Pacific Zone Conference |
Rotary Says NO to Domestic and Family Violence
 Rotary Says NO to Domestic and Family Violence  Today (5 Nov), I had the honour of being invited to Parliament House, Canberra, to represent Rotary District 9685, comprising over 1,350 Rotarians. |
The Rotary Zone 8 South Pacific Conference Highlights 2025
The Rotary Zone 8 South Pacific Conference, held on the Gold Coast, was an inspiring and energising celebration of Rotary’s impact across our region. |
DISTRICT GOVERNOR UPDATE
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Role of our Community Leaders
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Celebrating 70 Years of Service!
Last night marked a truly special milestone as the Rotary Club of Windsor celebrated an incredible 70 years of service to the Hawkesbury community and beyond. |
Brisbane Water Rotary Club Supports Capes for Kids!
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Bradfield: A Night of Fellowship and Inspiration
The clubs of Rotary Community Group 2 – Bradfield came together for a night of fellowship, inspiration, and celebration of service. |
Rotary Community Group 5
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RAWCS Welcomes Governor-General Ms Sam Mostyn AC as Patron
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A Rotary Picnic in the Park – Reconnect, Recharge, Refill
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RYLA 2025 Applications Open
WELCOME TO LIFE CHANGING Rotary Youth Leadership Award's are a transformational 7-day program facilitated by Rotary, the world's leading volunteer service organisation. Open to young people with leadership potential based in North/North-West Sydney through to the Central Coast. RYLA 2025 will be held at Knox Grammar School from 12th-18th January 2025 PREPARE TO BE CHALLENGED
RYLA is an awe-inspiring program designed to empower Australia's next generation of leaders.
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