Sometimes the true value of a SHARE Project container is not fully realised until we see what happens after the doors are opened.
The latest photographs received from Papua New Guinea provide a wonderful insight into exactly that — showing goods that left Australia now being distributed to families, communities and hospitals around Goroka and beyond.
Dr Helen Haines, Member of the House of Representatives (MHR) for the Federal Seat of Indi, presents Lucy Wilkinson with an Australian flag in preparation for Lucy's exchange to Germany in 2027.
The Rotary e-Club of Change Makers has sponsored Rotary Youth Exchange (RYE) participant, Lucy Wilkinson for her exchange to Germany in 2027.
It's been a busy couple weeks for our Club, having committee meetings on membership and corporate sponsorship, along with activities and projects. Here are some highlights and upcoming events.
Mary has offered to host a delightful 'Sip and Paint' social event at her place in January for a fantastic opportunity for members to relax, socialise, and express their creativity.
Looking ahead, registration is now open for the RI Convention in Barcelona in June 2027, where we are proud to have 'Teacher in a Box' on display, highlighting our innovative educational initiatives.
On Saturday (26 September 2026) we had our fund raising BBQ at the Wangaratta Bunnings site and many thanks to those who helped out, particularly our Youth Exchange Student Lucy and her mum Felicity.
We successfully completed our first online session for Mental Health First Aid, equipping our members with vital skills to support mental well-being.
Our members of Change Makers generously donated $860 to RAWCS to aid the Nepal flood victims.
Currently, we are in the midst of our 'Lucky Numbers' fundraiser, supporting Makhdoom’s AusPak Welfare Society, and we are now involved with a fund raiser with the Rotary Club of Mooroopna Community Raffle where the profits will go to Safe Haven to support Kate’s quest to raise funds to replace their burnt-out community bus.
On Thursday we will have Change Maker Yangama Jokwiro speak about the Vaka Health Foundation in which he is heavily involved.
Together, we are making a positive impact both locally and globally. See you at our Rotary meeting on Thursday.
Our Next Zoom Meeting
8pm - Thursday 1 October 2026.
Join us for the Change Makers Zoom Meeting on Thursday, 1 October 2026!
Hear from Club member, Yangama Jokwiro on his work with the Vaka Health Foundation.
Bachelor of Commerce from The University of Western Australia.
Work:
Corporate Tax Consultant in a Big 4 Accounting Firm.
Favourite Role:
Bartender & Barista within Hilton Hotels.
Highlights
Rotary Australia World Community Service (RAWCS) Rotary Australia Relief Fund (RARF) Nepal Flooding Disaster Relief Project donation by the Club of $860.00
Membership Action Plan (MAP) - D9790 Member Engagement Check In (Quick) to be sent to members in next couple of weeks.
Establishment of new Corporate Sponsorship Committee of three members lead by Kate Thomas.
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training
To be conducted by Werner Vogels on Tuesday, 22 September 2026 and Tuesday, 06 October 2026.
With the popularity of the first MHFA, PDG Emma Davis is offering the Club the opportunity to participate in a second MHFA course Contact Foundation Director Susan Benedyka (susan@susanbenedyka.com) for more information.
Annual General Meeting (AGM) delayed to Thursday, 2026.11.12
Rotary Youth Exchange Program of Enrichment (RYPEN) participants, Rendi Moke Junior and Lucy Wilkinson attended Camp Getaway, 161-163 Kimbolton-Axedale Rd, Axedale VIC 3551 on 04 – 06 September 2026. Lucy Wilkinson and Rendi Moke Junior shared their experiences from the RYPEN leadership program, discussing how it helped them build confidence and leadership skills, with both planning to apply what they learned in future presentations and school activities.
Rotary Youth Exchange (RYE) Club sponsored participant, Lucy Wilkinson is going to Germany in 2027. Dr Helen Haines, MHR for Indi will present Lucy with an Australian flag for her exchange at 14:00 on Wednesday, 23 September 2026.
Public Relations Director, Rachael Gadd reported that social media grow on Facebook and Instagram following.
Kate Thomas demonstrated how members can ‘like’ and ‘share’ posts on Facebook to support the Club's publicity efforts.
Potential expanded trivia contest at the final meeting of the Rotary year on 24 June 2027, with a $5.00 entry fee and a nominated project cause.
Upcoming Bunnings barbecue event scheduled for 26 September 2026 (AFL Grand Final Day).
Fundraising Committee support for the Rotary Club of Mooroopna Car Raffle, where tickets are $5.00 each with the Rotary e-Club of Change Makers receiving $3.00 sold by Club members.
Sandi Fulcher highlighted the next working bees for the SHARE Shed as follows:
SHARE Housekeeping Working Bee No.1 on 03 October 2026.
SHARE Housekeeping Working Bee No.2 on 10 October 2026.
Teacher in a Box: Three team members travelling to Indonesia to review projects.
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