District Changeover on June 29th was a celebration of the inspiring achievements of the past year during the term of Immediate Past District Governor Christine Owen and we thank Christine for her leadership and dedication during this time.
Special congratulations to Theo Glockermann OAM, recognised with a Rotary International Service Above Self Award - the highest honour recognising Rotarians who demonstrate Rotary’s motto, Service Above Self, by volunteering their time and talents to help others, intended to recognise especially those who actively help others through Rotary.
Rotary District 9685 was proud to posthumously recognise PDG Bob Aitken AM for service to Rotary and the Rotary Foundation, especially through the Polio Plus program and his role in developing Rotary Down Under, with a presentation to his family.
Also recognised with honour through the evening:
- Janelle Craig of West Pennant Hills-Cherrybrook : District 9685 Service to Rotary Award
- Phill Isaacs OAM of Upper Blue Mountains Sunrise : District 9685 Service to Rotary Award
- PDG Bruce Allen of Castle Hill : Distinguished Service Award
- Rotary Club of Chatswood-Roseville : Celebrating 75 years in Rotary
- Rotary Club of Balgowlah : Celebrating 50 years in Rotary
- Rotary Club of Hornsby : Small Clubs Service Award
- Rotary Club of West Pennant Hills-Cherrybrook : Large Clubs Service Award to Rotary Club
- Acknowledgement of IPDG Christine Owen as a Major Donor to the Rotary Foundation
A huge thank you to our event photographer Maureen Rose from the Rotary Club of Richmond. Please enjoy the evening's photos on our District Website.