Celebrating 120 Years of Rotary and you I feel very lucky as this Rotary year I have been given the honour of being your District Governor and being here to celebrate with you 120 years of Rotary – a milestone that reminds us of the remarkable power of service, fellowship and leadership. We not only celebrate the history of this incredible organisation but also recognise the immense value each Rotary member brings to their community and the world at large. |
 Celebrating the 120th anniversary of Rotary were Clubs from Narrandera, Cootamundra, Leeton, Junee, Wollundry, South Wagga, Kooringal, E-Club of Brindabella, Wagga Sunrise and Wagga Wagga The cake was cut by PDG’s George Weston, John Egan, Gary Roberts alongside DG Rob Uhl and Bill Crowe who was recognised for his service and 38 years in Rotary In 1905, Paul Harris and three friends met in Chicago with a vision to form lasting friendships and serve their community. From that small meeting, Rotary has grown into a global force for good, with more than 1.4 million members in over 46,000 clubs worldwide. Over the past 120 years, Rotary members have led initiatives that changed lives – eradicating polio, bringing clean water to communities, promoting peace, and supporting education. However, Rotary’s success is not measured by numbers or achievements alone – its measured by the people behind every act of service. It’s measured by each of you. It’s measured by the Rotarian who sees a need in their neighbourhood and takes action. By the volunteer who spends countless hours raising funds for life-changing projects. By the leader who inspires others to believe in the power of service. and by the friend who simply listens and offers support when its needed most. Each Rotary member is a spark that lights the flame of change. Together, those sparks create a bright and enduring beacon of hope in our world. Your dedication, compassion, and relentless pursuit of a better tomorrow embody the very spirit of Rotary. As we celebrate 120 years, let us look forward with renewed energy and purpose. There is still work to be done, communities to uplift, and lives to transform. But with each of you by our side we are unstoppable. So, today, we honour the past, celebrate the present and commit to the future. Let’s continue living Rotary’s motto: Service Above Self. Because the world needs Rotarians like you - now more than ever. I was able at both Orange and Wagga, to celebrate this occasion by having clubs come together, enjoy the camaraderie of each other and cut a cake! It also was an opportunity to celebrate some Rotarians who have demonstrated the Rotary motto of Service Above Self: Roslyn Cousins, John McKenzie and William (Bill) Crowe. I thank each of you for your dedication, your service and your unwavering commitment to making a difference. Happy 120th anniversary Rotary! Governor Rob |
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 DG Rob cuts the Rotary cake with PDG Bernie Huxtable and John Brennen |
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