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QBI BREAK THROUGH PROJECT

To mark Rotary Queensland's Centenary, we're raising funds for a perpetual chair and research in Neuroscience at the University of Queensland Brain Institute.

MINI MBA

MINI RCoB MBA specialising in all things Finance and Investing to help elevate your position in the job market place.

KYEEMA FOUNDATION

Strengthens PNG communities via community lead restoration of coastal ecosystems, supporting coral reef and village chicken rearing; for environmental, food and nutrician resilience.

EDDIE'S VAN

Weekday Big Brekkie & connection for homeless and hungry people in inner-city Brisbane.

Our club is the home of 9620 District Governor Mark Williams so we're expecting a great turnout of members at this years conference Friday 1-3 May in the Gold Coast. And a reminder to our new members … the club has a $300 grant available which would cover the cost of your ticket and the gala dinner! Read about that and apply HERE.

Conference info and ticket rego CLICK HERE.

Three districts are combining - 2026 Rotary Combined Districts 9560, 9620 and 9640 District Conference at Royal Pines, where our theme is “Reaching Across Boundaries.”

From inspiring keynote speakers and project reports, to networking sessions with community champions, we’re bringing people together from all over—uniting passions, sharing innovations, and embracing diverse perspectives.

Got Bottles?

Dec. 02, 2025

Our club supports Eddie's Van via the wonderful efforts organising over the summer by our member Denise Schellback, and the volunteers she wrangles. For those who can't volunteer to help out, you can still contribute by dropping off or having your empty containers collected by Containers for Change and using our club number.

We've set a goal of $500 to raise to give to Eddie's Van to help cover their costs. You have until just after New Year to get those bottles in!

Kid's Picnic 2025

Oct. 23, 2025

A day full of fun, laughter, and friendship and the Annual Picnic for Children with Special Needs sponsored by South Brisbane Rotary Club.

Our club sent along Monika (in the red sunnies) & Matt Christopher, Angela da Silva Murphy as volunteers and of course DG Mark Williams made an appearance. We loved supporting South Brisbane Club's wonderful event in a practical way.

Shout out to our member Geoff Baker who made a stellar effort providing live music and entertainment for kids and volunteers alike!

Watch a VIDEO HERE

DG Mark Williams in PNG

Nov. 12, 2025

Visiting a PNG Central Province Health Facility and meeting with Community Malaria Volunteers who give up their time and even their livelihoods to bring malaria testing and treatment into their villages.

And a bit of play - more photos CLICK HERE

🎉 Club Meeting Highlights – Monday 18 November

Nov. 17, 2025

Tonight’s meeting was amazing, one of the best in living memory.

We had Club Members being celebrated and recognised for their Service Above Self delivering impact in the community.

We had one of our newest members Past District Governor Ian McKay Chairing the meeting.

We had a Member Spotlight with another new member Carol Gesser which had the fellows clapping and cheering her as Carol explained the skills and experience she is bringing to our Club. Click HERE for more photos from last night.

We enjoyed connection through fellowship and wrapped up with looking forward to the end of year events like our Christmas Party and AGM where we are in a very solid position to vote in our new President Elect, Secretary, Vice President, Treasurer and all other important positions are secured prior to the AGM.

The Club has new members wanting to join and we’re finishing the half way point of the 2025-26 year off in such an incredibly strong way. The future of Queensland’s First Rotary Club looks to be very bright and prosperous indeed.

If you’d like to visit our club and see what it’s like to join us in our quest to make a difference in the world, visit our website and click on Calendar of events to choose a Monday evening at The Normanby Hotel and we look forward to welcoming you as our guest. 

Service above self since 1923.

Supporting Adolescents with Autism: A Global Rotary Initiative

Rotary International has long been at the forefront of humanitarian service, working across borders to foster inclusion, health, and education. In August 2025, sister Rotary Clubs from Australia, Sri Lanka, and India will unite for a special global initiative — Supporting Adolescents with Autism — bringing together service-minded individuals, experts, and volunteers at the Chennai Trade Centre.

This effort reflects Rotary’s unwavering commitment to creating a more inclusive world for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). By combining global collaboration, professional expertise, and grassroots volunteerism, the initiative aims to build awareness, provide resources, and engage communities in meaningful action.

If Only There Was A Phone Book For The Entire District At Our Fingertips …

Aug. 18, 2025

NEWS FLASH - there is. Simply download the ClubRunner app to your phone and long in and there you have not only our entire club but a search function for the entire 9620 District.

Barefoot Bowls FUN DAY?!

Aug. 18, 2025

Yes you read that right - Sunday 31 August - our meeting at the end of the month is a collaboration with Rotary Club of Paddington and we're going bowling! Denise - you can rock up looking glamorous and supervise. Just tap HERE for info and to prepay via your REGISTRATION

Cost: $15 per person - includes bowls, coaching, cheering AND PIZZA!

PERFECT FOR:

- Rotary friends and family (yes, bring the kids)

- All ages and skill levels (no judgement!)

RSVP BY 5PM 28 AUGUST

Thanks President Dan and the Paddington Club for organising this super fun day - NO MEETING ON MONDAY 1 September - come to this or Rotary Institute Leadership Training instead.