RCG 1 - Robert Erskine - OAM Hills and Northern Suburbs
RCG 2 - Julie Thorp - Bradfield
RCG 3 - Phil Isaacs OAM - Mountains, Windsor, Penrith
RCG 4 - Russell Grove PSM - Central Coast
RCG 5 - Colin Blackhall - North Shore and Northern Beaches
RCG- E Clubs Mark Schipp - Serving Humanity, Canberra
Please note:In the 2026/27 Directory, RCG4 is Russell Grove, not Michael McQuade,
as originally indicated at the time by the Regional Council.
Interact Clubs that achieve and report achievement of the Interact goals by 15 August will earn a Club Excellence award.
To receive an award, the sponsor Rotary club’s president completes the online nomination form by 15 August to access and complete the downloadable certificate template before presenting it to the Interact club.
DISTRICT ASSEMBLY
The Rotary District Assembly, held on Saturday, 9 May 2026 at Western Sydney University’s Parramatta South Campus, brought together incoming club leaders, district officers, Rotary Community Leaders and Rotarians from across the district for a day of learning, collaboration and inspiration.
The Assembly provided an excellent opportunity for participants to prepare for the 2026–2027 Rotary year through engaging breakout sessions, leadership development sessions, and the sharing of innovative ideas to strengthen clubs and communities.
Thank you to all the Clubs and Individuals that have supported the DG Partner project. Australian Rotary Health PHD Scholarship to research and investigate Mental Illness in Children 0-12 years.
Total donated to date - $20,833.40 - We still need- $16,000
DISTRICT 9685 - ROTARY FOUNDATION UPDATE JUNE 2026
Dear Fellow Rotarians,
As I write to you for the final time as your District Rotary Foundation Chair, I do so with immense gratitude, humility and appreciation.
For the past decade, it has been a privilege to serve as part of the District Rotary Foundation Team, including three years as District Grants Chair and the past three years as your District Rotary Foundation Chair.
I sincerely thank every Rotarian and every club for your belief in:
Our Foundation – Our Charity – The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International.
Your generosity, as individuals and clubs, has enabled Rotarians to collaborate locally, nationally, and globally to create measurable and sustainable impact in communities around the world.
Thank you for your trust, your support and commitment to Doing Good in the World.
When I reflect on the impact we have achieved together [read more]
2026-27 D9685 Global Grant Initiative Plan:
Thung Hua Chang Hospital Neonatal Equipment
The Rotary Club of Berowra, partnering with Rotary Club of Lamphun in Thailand, is leading a Rotary Foundation Global Grant application to equip Thung Hua Chang Rural Hospital
Volunteer Position with Medishare: General Manager of facilities in Castle Hill/Norwest [read more]
Medishare Ltd, a subsidiary company of Rotary Australia World Community Service Ltd. is a Medical Surplus Recovery Organisation accredited with MedSurplus Alliance, a global network improving healthcare access by connecting partners to responsibly distribute surplus medical supplies and equipment.
Vale PP Tom Sweeney OAM
Rotary Club of Crows Nest
🌏Rotary Youth Exchange D9685 - District Secretary Needed!
🌏Rotary Youth Exchange D9685 -Calling for host Families!
🌏Rotary Youth Exchange D9685 - 2027 Applications now open!
RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Award) is a transformational leadership program designed for young adults. Spanning over 7 days, the program combines some of Australia's finest speakers with engaging activities and challenges, as well as a supportive environment that enables their leadership to grow and develop to its full potential.
An innovation challenge for Sydney schools, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and Rotary's focus on Protecting the Environment. Students use design thinking to tackle environmental problems, then showcase their solutions to a panel of judges.
Register by 15 Jun, Jul-Aug Prelims, 19 Sept Finals
An enjoyable evening of wine tasting, cheese and canapes. Money raised will go towards the work of The Rotary Foundation and our club’s Youth projects There will be a raffle and a silent auction too. Any wines and condiments you like can be ordered on the night.
Balwyn Centenary Grants fund ($10,000) to ($50,000) provided by the Rotary Club of Balwyn to assist Australian Rotary clubs in executing domestic and international humanitarian projects: Applications for the second round of 2026 grants close 30 September.
From 30 October to 1 November 2026, Rotary South Pacific will gather at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre for two powerful days of leadership, connection and action.
Hosted by Rotary International Director Jennifer Scott AM (Conference Convenor) and chaired by PDG Tony Monley OAM (Conference Chair)
