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REGISTRATIONS FOR CONFERENCE ARE NOW OPEN

Have you heard?

Registrations for the last District Conference for our area are now open!

DISTRICT 9670 FEATURES IN ROTARY DOWN UNDER

District 9670 was proud to Feature in the May 2022 edition of the Oceanic Rotary magazine, Rotary Down Under (RDU).

It was a 12-page spread, showcasing some of the diverse range of clubs, their activities, as well as their greatest achievements over the last few years.

GET ALL THE DISTRICT 9670 CONFERENCE DETAILS

The last District Conference for District 9670, which will be held virtually on Saturday 28th May 2022, is fast approaching.

CALLING ALL ALUMNI

District 9670 is inviting alumni from all of their Programs, as well as ex-Rotarians to attend an Alumni Gathering on Sunday 24th April 2022.

RYLA IS BACK!!!

District 9670 is proud to welcome back Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) after a break due to the covid-19 pandemic.

20 SHELTERBAGS DONATED TO THE HOMELESS

As you snuggle up in your cosy, warm bed at night, have you ever given a thought to the growing number of people who do not have a roof over their head and who struggle to find a place to sleep that is warm, safe, and secure? With the increased pressure on community services, and an increasingly difficult housing market, many individuals and families are doing it tough, sleeping in cars, in parks, and wherever they can find shelter.

WORLD WETLANDS DAY IS COMING UP

Wednesday 2^nd February 2022 is World Wetlands Day.

District 9670 covers several Ramsar sites across NSW. For more information see the flyer (click here).

CONFERENCE IS GOING ONLINE

Due to the current Covid-19 situation, the District 9670 Conference Committee has had to make the hardest and most emotional decision, which was to cancel the face-to-face option of a Conference, and turn it into an online version.

WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE DISTRICT CONFERENCE?

Stay up-to-date with what is happening or being organised at the last District Conference for District 9670.

VALE GEOFFREY OLSEN OAM AFSM PHF

Recently, the District was saddened to hear of the passing of Past District Governor, Geoffrey Olsen, of Rotary Club of Dungog.

HELP TO DISTRIBUTE SARIS TO WOMEN AND GIRLS

Dignity India, a project of Rotary Club of Dubbo, would like to distribute saris to women and girls in the rural villages of India and they are looking for your help.

DISTRICT 9670 STILL HELPING FARMERS

Even thought some parts of District 9670 have had plenty of rain, there are many areas, that have not had sufficient amount to plant crops and feed their stock.

ANOTHER SPEAKER FOR DISTRICT CONFERENCE ANNOUNCED

Another speaker for the last District 9670 Conference has been announced recently!

ANOTHER SPEAKER JUST RELEASED

Nicolette Lowe has just been announced as another speaker at our last Rotary District 9670 Conference, which will be held in Newcastle in March 2022.

ROTARACT CLUB OF MAITLAND IS COMING!

District 9670 and a group of young community members are looking to re-establish the Rotaract Club of Maitland.

TORONTO ROTARY RAISING FUNDS FOR OPERATION HOPE

Toronto Rotary Club are raising funds for Operation Hope Australia.

EAST MAITLAND ROTARY RAISING FUNDS FOR POLIO

Rotary Club of East Maitland are raising funds for End Polio Now through a virtual Walkabout.

FIRST SPEAKER ANNOUNCED FOR DISTRICT 9670 CONFERENCE

The organisation of the last ever Rotary District 9670 Conference is in full swing and here is on of our speakers - Viv Allanson.

NARROMINE ROTARY IS ORANA VOLUNTEER TEAM OF THE YEAR

They may be a small Rotary club in the country of District 9670, but Narromine Rotary club has been recognised at the Centre of Volunteering Volunteer Team of the Year for the Orana region for 2021.

REGISTER FOR THE 2022 DISTRICT CONFERENCE

Registrations are now open for the 2022 Rotary District Conference, which will be held in at the Newcastle City Hall on 18-20 March 2022.

NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR POLICE OFFICER OF THE YEAR AWARD

Nominations are now open for the public to nominate a police officer that they consider that has gone beyond their duty and responsibilities as a police officer in the 2021 Rotary Police Officer of the Year Awards.

DISTRICT GOVERNOR 2023-24 ANNOUNCED FOR DISTRICT 9660

Recently, the 2023-2024 District Governor for District 9660 (the District number when District 9650 and our District, 9670 merge), was announced. The successful candidate for the position was Alyn Miranda from the Rotary Club of Wallsend-Maryland in District 9670.

He will now undertake the role of District Governor Nominee.

NEWCASTLE TO DUNGOG CHARITY BIKE RIDE

Bike/Cycling enthusiasts, are you looking for something to do? Why not register for the Newcastle to Dungog Charity Bike, which will be held on Saturday 25th September 2021.

MORISSET MASKS HELPING THOSE OVERSEAS

WE MAY BE STUCK IN AUSTRALIA BUT OUR MASKS ARE TRAVELLING FAR AND WIDE.

With the onset of the CoVID pandemic and the initial lockdowns in Australia Morisset Rotary, like many clubs had to put their projects and fundraising on hold.

NOMINATE FOR 2021 NSW VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARDS

Nominations are now open for the NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards for 2021.

COME CELEBRATE AT DISTRICT 9670 CHANGEOVER

What a year it has been - with the continuation of Covid-19, and a Virtual District Conference, it is time to celebrate the achievements over the last 12 months, with DG David Roach at the helm, and welcome in DGE Amanda Roach, at the District 9670 Changeover.

CLUBS COMBINE TO SUPPORT NSW FIRE & RESCUE

On Saturday 15th May 2021, the Rotary Clubs of Cardiff and Wallsend-Maryland combined their resources to help support NSW Fire & Rescue, at their annual Community Open Day.

COME TO SINGLETON TO CELEBRATE 100 YEARS OF ROTARY

The combined Rotary clubs in Singleton will be joining forces to celebrate 100 years of Rotary in Australia, and they are inviting you to attend.

NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 2021 ROTARY INSPIRATIONAL WOMEN AWARDS
IN NSW

Do you know an inspirational woman who deserves recognition, why not nominate them for the 2021 Rotary Inspirational Women's Awards (RIWA). The nominations are now open.

REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN FOR DISTRICT 9670 CONFERENCE

Registrations are now open for District 9670 Virtual Conference. This will be the first time that it is going virtual, and this is due to the current covid-19 pandemic.

2021 District Conference

ALL ABOUT ROTARY DISTRICT 9660

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Dec 31, 2020

On 1 July 2022, Rotary District 9670 will merge with District 9650 to make a large Rotary District in New South Wales. This new District will be called District 9660.

DUBBO WEST ROTARY RAFFLE A SUCCESS

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Dec 31, 2020

Dubbo West Rotary's first Online Christmas Raffle has been hailed a success after the raffle concluded with the draw on Wednesday 23 December 2020.

The draw was held in public view at Club Dubbo, and conducted by one of their staff members. It was live-streamed through their Facebook page with the winners called shortly afterwards of their win.

The Latest Roach Rattlings

The latest Roach Rattlings is out, click the image below to download!

Virtual District Changeover

District Zoom - RAWCS

Join us on Thursday 11th June at 8pm to listen to RAWCS Eastern Region Chair PDG Brian Coffey!

https://zoom.us/j/8896709670

9670 Connecting The World via Zoom

In helping us as a District to stay connected with each other, a
reminder to tune in to our District wide Zoom each Thursday night
at 8:00pm: https://zoom.us/j/8896709670 Keep a watch out for
guest presenters and times, especially if we’re connecting with
another time zone.

Conference 1920s Dinner

Conference! Be In It To Win It!

Simply purchase your conference tickets in February, and have the opportunity to win a gift hamper to the value of $500 courtesy of our platinum sponsor Everything Floral

Tickets can be purchased here:

Trybooking.com/zwht

Army Band Concert

Iron Lung Roadshow

We would love you to join us on this special occasion, to launch our amazing Iron Lung Roadshow.

We need every club, every Rotarian in our district to jump onboard the Roadshow to make it a success.

The Lung will travel around our district. This is a unique opportunity for your club when it is in your area. Not only will it help raise funds and the profile of END POLIO, and importance of having children vaccinated against terrible but preventable diseases, but an opportunity for you to connect with your local community.

When it makes appearance near you, you will be surprised at the interest and conversation it will stimulate. You will be able to let people know about your club, what us Rotarians get up to.

We need your help, so please join us for our launch event on 29th February. There will be great food, great music, lots of laughter and great company. We will have great FUN for a great cause. Hope to see you there!

Rotary Australia Bushfire Appeal

Rotary Clubs across Australia are working hard to provide relief and assistance during these horrific bushfires.

It's easy to feel that there's not much we, as individuals, can do to help.

But every dollar that can be put toward helping others can help in significant ways.

Rotary Australia World Community Service (RAWCS) Bushfire appeals is taking donations and the funds raised will go directly where they're needed most.

You can donate here https://donations.rawcs.com.au/68-2019-20

Donations to RAWCS are Tax Deductible and funds will be utilised in the Community by Rotary Clubs where needed.

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MidNorth Coast Bushfire Appeal

Uniting To Sustain Farm Communities

In their own words: the hidden impact of prolonged drought on children and young people

Beyond the media spotlight, the drought is continuing…

The severity of the drought in inland eastern parts of Australia is undeniable and continuing, despite the rainfall experienced by our coastal communities. Australia’s drought-affected communities are experiencing extreme long-term rainfall deficits, intensely hot temperatures and severe water shortages. The media has reported regularly on the enormous pressure facing farmers and their families.

All indications are suggesting this natural disaster will continue for the foreseeable future. What is less known, and discussed, are the specific ways in which children and young people are being impacted by the drought. UNICEF Australia initiated this important project as part of our mandate to be a voice for children – to focus on their wellbeing, healthy development and rights. Our decision to talk with primary and high school students and their communities was driven by UNICEF’s global approach, anchored in the Convention in the Rights of the Child. As part of our ongoing work consulting with children across the country, it is key to UNICEF Australia’s efforts to listen to children and involve them in problem solving – to help ensure a fair chance for every child.

It is clear, from our discussions in these drought-affected communities, that children and young people are making reasoned, informed, adult decisions – based on real lived experience - on a daily basis. They have been forced to grow up prematurely. Among other things, these decisions concern the running of the farms, the lives of their families, their own education and management of their relationships with others. Their insights are therefore informed and valuable.

The chief purpose of this report is to encourage government stakeholders to listen to and consult with these children and young people who are living with drought, and in doing so, to protect them and take action to strengthen the broader drought response. Since our consultations for this report were completed, media and government attention has naturally been drawn to new emergencies, such as flooding across northern Australia and acute fires across southern Tasmania.

Yet, while national attention and media reporting on the drought has waned, children and families are continuing to experience the significant stressors and hardship that flow from it. We encourage government stakeholders at all levels to adequately consider and prioritise the wellbeing of children and young people affected by natural disasters in Australia. The onset of natural disasters inevitably creates circumstances of disrupted education, displacement from their homes and multiple economic and social stressors.

During natural disasters such as drought, risk factors that already exist for children in rural and remote areas - such as mental health and suicidality, family violence, social isolation and poor education outcomes - can become exacerbated. Coordinated and whole-of-government approaches are, therefore, required to ensure that this does not take place.

To read more, download the full article here

Jump On A Train & Paint It Red For Polio

Why not join our District Governor Graeme and Sue as they Paint it Red for Polio

Join them on the 3rd carriage from the front of the train or the first carriage on the Dungog excursion.

Our DG's travel plans are as follows

7:42am leave Fassifern

8:29am leave Newcastle Interchange

9:00 am leave Maitland

10:02am leave Dungog Station

10:56am leave Maitland Station For those leaving Singleton catch 10:39 train

11::12am leave maitland Station

11:30am Newcastle Interchange Coffee time

12:35pm leave Newcastle Interchange

14:42pm Arrive Berowra catch up with Sydney Rotarians

14:56 pm leave Berowra for Newcastle Interchange

Please wear An End Polio T-shirt or a Red T-Shirt

He looks forward to an enthusiastic bunch of Rotarians being onboard

Saturday 26th October Paint it Red for Polio Walk

Join us for a Morning stroll to celebrate Rotary involvement to End Polio

Meeting at Scratchley's at 9am to proceed to Nobbys beach.

We will return to Queen's Wharf Hotel to quench our thirst and support the drought appeal.

Look forward to you all joining us.

Compassionate Matched Grant Funding

In January 2017, RABS announced its Compassionate Grants program to help Australians in need.

As a result of a second $1,000,000 donation to Rotary by Dick Smith, grants will be assessed by the Rotary Australia Benevolent Society (RABS) and funds distributed to disadvantaged Australians identified by local Rotary Clubs or Rotary Districts as being in need within their local or wider community.

Projects granted funding must meet RABS criteria for registration. They must provide direct relief to people in need. If the intended recipients are disadvantaged, the relief should target that disadvantage. The concept of disadvantage is unlimited and could have arisen from sickness, suffering, distress, misfortune, disability, destitution, helplessness or poverty, any aspect of the negative side of the human condition. The criteria are not prescriptive but are to be used as a guide to determine the disadvantage.

Shelterbox Needs Your Help!

DG Partner's Project!

It is said that a dog is man’s best friend. Welcome to Isda, Sue’s best friend for her partner’s project. Isda will be travelling around with DG Graeme and Sue on their adventures around the District and beyond over the next 12 months.

Isda represents Integra Service Dogs Australia, a registered charitable organisation providing fully trained service dogs for veterans and first responders suffering from post traumatic stress disorder, or more commonly known as, PTSD.

Integra dogs are young, reclassified Labrador dogs sourced from established partnerships with organisation such as Guide Dogs
Victoria, Australian Border Force Detection Dog Program, Seeing Eye Dogs Vision Australia, and private registered breeders. They are not pets. They are working dogs and each dog is carefully matched to their new owner.

Watch this space to read about Isda’s travels and what she gets up to, and having fun along the way.

Isda’s guardian is Sue, and she is seeking your support in being able to fund a canine guardian to transform and enrich the life of a
veteran/and family, residing in our Rotary District.

You can learn more about Isda’s friends at: https://isda.com.au/

Marketing & Social Media Seminar: Delivering Your Message

Delivering Your Message, is a hands on day workshop running through how to use various tools to amplify and refine your club's message to the wider public. With a particular focus on online tools primarily Facebook and your clubs Website you will be shown how to deliver high impact solutions to generate buzz about your club amongst the community as well as prospective members.

Not only will there be a focus on Facebook, but how to generate content for Facebook as well as promotional materials for any projects and events you may have coming up! With plenty of time to workshop as a group any current Marketing / Public Image challenges your club may currently face.

We are also excited to say that PDG Gina Growden the Zone Rotary Public Image Coordinator 2018-2021 will also be in attendance from Sydney.

The day itself will be 9am - 2pm at Club Maitland City, Rutherford on September 7th with tickets available to be booked via www.trybooking.com/BEHYS

Tickets are $20 per head, please RSVP by September 1st for catering purposes.

Area Governor EOIs Now Open!

Posted on Jul 17, 2019

Expressions of interest are now open for Rotary District 9670 Area Governors!

Nominations for these positions will close at 5:00pm, 31st August 2019, and interviews will be held in October.

The application form allows you to nominate for more than one Zone. Please prioritise your preferences.

For more information, a full suite of documents are available in the Members Only dropdown menu on this website!

Rotary Foundation Raffle Results

Posted by Chris McGrath on Jun 26, 2019

Results of The Rotary Foundation Rafffle, drawn Sunday 23 June at District Changeover

1st Prize ($3000 Travel Voucher) Warren Oliver, Rotary Club Of Toronto
2nd Prize $500 EFTPOS card to Louise Tulley of Dudley
3rd Prize $100 Bunnings card won by The Rotary Club Of Dubbo West

Congratulations to the winners, special thanks Travel Associates, Toronto for the First Prize

June is Celebrating Rotary Fellowships Month

Posted by Chris McGrath on May 31, 2019

Please follow THIS LINK for more information on Rotary Fellowships

A News Story From Interplast

Posted by Chris McGrath on May 31, 2019

Please follow THIS LINK for full report

National Volunteer Week Awards - May 2019

Posted by Chris McGrath on May 25, 2019

A credit to our District, two members receiving awards from ShelterBox during National Volunteer Week. We are only a small and dedicated team but pack a punch when it comes to volunteering!

Thank you for helping to celebrate National Volunteer Week across the country. We've enjoyed highlighting some of our wonderful volunteers through social media and newsletters, sharing what motivates them to get involved or continue to volunteer with ShelterBox.

Congratulations to all the winners of the 2019 ShelterBox Volunteer Awards. You are all so deserving of your award and we are so thankful to have such wonderful people as part of our ShelterBox Australia team.

MHERV van visiting Raymond Terrace

Posted by Chris McGrath, Sharon Chambers on May 11, 2019

Media release on download files

World Immunization week

Posted by Chris McGrath on Apr 25, 2019

Lets' celebrate World Immunisation week by following this link

Drought relief thank you letter

Posted by Chris McGrath on Apr 16, 2019

Extract from letter written to District re donation for drought relief.

We wish to extend our appreciation for the very generous $3,000 funding gifted by the Rotary District 9670 for drought affected communities. We are extremely grateful for this support which will be a big help.

Please follow LINK HERE for a more detailed story of before and after some rain had fallen.

RC Of Raymond Terrace Pride Of Workmanship Awards

Posted by Chris McGrath, Sharon Chambers on Apr 11, 2019

ROTARY CLUB OF RAYMOND TERRACE

ANNUAL PRIDE OF WORKMANSHIP AWARDS 2019

The Rotary Club of Raymond Terrace has conducted the Pride of Workmanship Awards for at least the last 20 years, recognising hundreds of employees and providing employers with an opportunity to publicly recognise those employees for their efforts.

Drought donations from NSW Clubs

Posted by Chris McGrath on Mar 22, 2019

Following are pictures of DG Brian Coffey receiving a total of $31250 from registered clubs in our area for drought relief! Fantastic effort.

Urgent Appeal for Malawi and surrounds from ShelterBox

Posted by Chris McGrath on Mar 21, 2019

Please open link HERE for more details on Malawi and surrounds disaster

For more information email cjm@internode.on.net

NEW Updated information 28/03 on this link to ShelterBox Australia. Please consider supporting us if you can.

250,000 displaced, cholera is now a threat to the health of the survivors.

Preserve Planet Earth Award - Rotary Club Of Cobar

Posted by Chris McGrath on Mar 21, 2019

At our recent District Conference, The Rotary Club Of Cobar received the "Preserve Planet Award" for their drought relief project, supplying fodder to farmers that have run out of feed for their stock. A well deserved award!

I have added a few pictures under the"Read more" tab below, just to show the great job they perform in the community. Enjoy.

Nelson Bay 28th Annual Golf Day - 5th April

Posted by Chris McGrath, Arja Levonpera on Mar 19, 2019

For more information and registration CLICK HERE

Welcome Amanda Roach, District 9670 DGN Designate

Posted by Chris McGrath on Mar 18, 2019

District Governor, Brian Coffey, DGND Amanda Roach, RIPPR James Wilcox, After DG Brian announced Amanda's success!

5 ways Rotary is making progress to end Polio

Posted by Chris McGrath on Mar 08, 2019

Please click here to find out more about this plan

South Dubbo Rotary RYDA project

Posted by Chris McGrath, Barry Hildebrandt on Mar 08, 2019

SOUTH DUBBO ROTARY’S RYDA DAY 2 WEDNESDAY

RYDA (Rotary Young Driver Awareness) wound day at the Dubbo Showground with 115 year-11 students, most learner drivers, taking part in the six workshops that we hope will make them better and more responsible drivers.
St John’s College had 90 students take part, along with 10 from Dunedoo, six from Coolah and another five from Warren Central School.

Minister Releases $500,000 matching grant for Malaria Vaccine research, (Released this morning)

Posted by Chris McGrath on Mar 08, 2019

New malaria vaccine clinical trials aims to globally eradicate the disease

08 March 2019

Rotary clubs around Australia have been fundraising for the Malaria Vaccine Project through a campaign known as Rotary Against Malaria. (Known as RAM).
The Australian Government will support clinical trials to test the effectiveness of a world-first malaria vaccine in an attempt to globally eradicate the deadly disease.

Celebrating Youth Services Month

Posted by Chris McGrath on Mar 01, 2019

For more information

Please CLICK HERE

Peace & Conflict Resolution Month

Posted by Chris McGrath on Feb 07, 2019

This month Rotary International celebrates it's theme for February

Please click <<HERE>> to learn more about Rotary Promoting Peace

Learn more <<HERE>> about Rotary Peace Fellowships

Download available

Peace & conflict resolution month

Posted by Chris McGrath on Feb 07, 2019

For more information about this article, please click HERE >>

Dinner with Stephanie Woollard OAM

Posted by Chris McGrath, Gerard McMillan on Feb 05, 2019

RSVP 29th March

Contact Singleton DIggers for tickets on 02 6572 2622

Click HERE for more information

Professor Pablo Moscato, Local Computer Scientist

Posted by Chris McGrath on Feb 05, 2019

Editors comments, the file under "read more" the image has been converted so is not good quality.

Pablo said in some ways his life has come a full circle.

Two New OAM members for our District!

Posted by Chris McGrath on Jan 27, 2019

Kathy Rimmer, Port Stephens Australia Day Ambassador

Gordon Treble, OAM Nelson Bay Rotarian

Brian Atkins OAM, Waratah Rotarian

Salamander Bay grant

Now released RI Theme for 2019-2020

Posted by Chris McGrath on Jan 17, 2019

Sue & Graeme Hooper with RI President - Elect Mark Maloney & partner

Click <<HERE>> for full story and more ................................

There's a hole in Bucket Symposium tomorrow at Kurri Bowling Club

Posted by Chris McGrath, Brian Coffey on Jan 09, 2019

To Register NOW Please click <<HERE>>

LAST DAYS TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT... DON'T MISS OUT

Appeal to all 9670 Club Secretaries

Posted by Chris McGrath, Brian Coffey on Jan 09, 2019

Has your Club announced your Board of Directors for 2019-2020 ?

Please help by entering the information on ClubRunner Today

Thank you in advance ...........

New Year Greetings

Seasons Greetings

Posted by Chris McGrath on Dec 18, 2018

Neville Chant turns 100 on 14th December 2018!

Posted by Chris McGrath on Dec 14, 2018

Rotarian and member of The Rotary Club Of Waratah turned 100 on 14th December 2018.

Picture shows Neville in receipt of a message and card from the Queen. His birthday was celebrated on Monday 10th December, as he has a full list for the next week. District Governor Brian Coffey presented Neville with his third Paul Harris sapphire pin at the meeting.

Neville joined Rotary on April 2nd 1973 and has been an active member since then. He still has 100% attendance except for a short stint in hospital a few years ago now.

A celebration to remember and to "Be The Inspiration"

Fighting For Our Farmers

Posted by Chris McGrath on Dec 10, 2018

https://donations.rawcs.com.au/33-2018-19

This is a new link where the funds are allocated direct to our District for distribution

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Rotary Monthly Themes

Posted by Chris McGrath on Dec 01, 2018

This Months Theme..... Please click >>HERE for more information

Tottenham Central School Project

Posted by Chris McGrath on Nov 30, 2018

Tottenham Central School

Parents and Citizens Association

MEDIA RELEASE: 29 November 2018

Rotary assists students with excursions

When Geoff Smith travelled through the Tottenham district earlier this year, he was astounded by how dry the area was. Having spent many years as a member of the Rotary Club of Narromine, Geoff contacted the Tottenham Central School’s Parent’s & Citizens Association President, Greg Radford and enquired on the state of the community before contacting his colleagues on the eastern seaboard to raise awareness of the extent and toll that the drought was taking not only on farming families, but also on the small businesses reliant on the local agricultural industry.

For more information regarding this story, please feel free to contact:

Greg Radford, President, Tottenham Central School Parents & Citizens Association, T: 0427 928 204 Amanda Thorpe, Principal, Tottenham Central School, T: 02 6892 4006

Geoff Smith, Rotary Club of Narromine, T: 02 6889 5447

Matt Schultz - Rotarian - Peace Ambassador

Posted by Chris McGrath on Nov 20, 2018

Follow this link >>HERE to read more about Matt

Cobar Rotary on The Move - Copy from The Cobar Weekly

Posted by Chris McGrath, DGN Graeme Hooper on Nov 15, 2018

(apologies for the quality of the the copy)

Singleton Sunrise Festival Of Flowers

Posted by Chris McGrath, Gerard McMillan on Oct 24, 2018

The Rotary Club of Singleton Sunrise has placed a floral display in Singleton’s Festival of the Flowers which is held in a different church each year.

Dubbo Rotary Film Night. Nov 1st - Book now.

Posted by Chris McGrath - Nicole Shanks on Oct 22, 2018

https://www.123tix.com.au/events/1926/bohemian-rhapsody

Nelson Bay Charity Golf Day

Posted by Chris McGrath on Oct 17, 2018

Great effort Nelson Bay Rotarians

Hat Day For Mental Health with Charlestown Rotarians 9th October

Posted by Chris McGrath, Martin McGrevy on Oct 16, 2018

On the 9th of October the Charlestown Rotary Club members were encouraged to wear a silly hat to celebrate Lift the Lid on Mental Illness an Australian Rotary Health National annual fundraising day for mental health research. As you can see from the pictures the members really got into the spirit of the fundraiser with gusto.

Waratah Rotary Trivia Night - Friday 26th October

Posted by Chris McGrath on Oct 10, 2018

RAWCS Eastern Region Quarterly Meeting, Dubbo - 27th & 28th October

Posted by Chris McGrath on Oct 05, 2018

We need your support, please register by Tuesday 23rd October.

A good attendance is important to make the Conference a success!

https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=431600

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Merriwa Rotary, "Bugger The Drought"
21 October

Posted by Chris McGrath on Sep 27, 2018

Link to register now https://www.trybooking.com/YOPC

Coach trip to Merriwa to support farmers, $20 per person. Limit of 65 seats, book early to avoid disappointment

Plus Flier and link to register is under "External Links" on home page.

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Merriwa Rotary "Bugger The Drought"

Posted on Sep 27, 2018

Use the link below to register, only 65 places available

http://https://www.trybooking.com/YOPC

Australian Rotary Health Quiz

Posted by Chris McGrath, Chris Bartlett on Sep 20, 2018

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Lake Macquarie Living Smart Festival, Saturday, 22 September, 8am - 2pm

Posted by Chris McGrath on Sep 17, 2018

Top picture, the team of helpers for 2017

Bottom picture, the team for 2018

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Nelson Bay Rotary 27th Charity Golf Day

Posted by Chris McGrath, Chris Bartlett on Sep 17, 2018

https://form.jotform.co/82472930584867

https://portal.clubrunner.ca/9528

RYCAGS, RYCOTT

Posted by Chris McGrath on Sep 10, 2018

What do you know about these projects that are sponsored by the Rotary Club of Narromine? Go to "The Young Leaders Division", RYCAGS >>here, RYCOTT >> here, to learn more about these two very successful projects. Thanks to Geoff Smith for responding so quickly to my request.

World Humanitarian Day Sunday August 19

Posted by Chris McGrath on Aug 17, 2018

World Humanitarian Day

Right now, millions of civilians and aid workers around the world are caught up in conflict.

Every day they risk everything, just trying to live a normal life or help people in need. To mark World Humanitarian Day, held every year on 19 August by the United Nations, ShelterBox is paying tribute to our partners and the incredible individuals who work closely with us to deliver aid in some of the most dangerous places in the world.

Rotary Foundation Raffle results

Posted by Chris McGrath, Geoff Hicks on Jul 15, 2018

The Rotary Foundation Annual raffle was drawn at the District Changeover on 7th July.

The winners are published below.........

Morisset Rotary Hit4 Youth Mental Health

Posted by Chris McGrath on Jul 08, 2018

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/hit4-youth-mental-health-golf-day-tickets-43050308632

Barry Rassin

https://my.rotary.org/en/news-media/office-president/ri-president

Visit to Dungog by Rotary MHERV van

Posted by Chris McGrath, PhilGorton on Jul 03, 2018

Follow this link ...................... http://mherv.com.au

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MHERV comes to our local area.

Dungog Rotary Club recently hosted the Men’s Health Educational Rural Van in town.

Update from Polio Plus Director

Posted by Chris McGrath on Jul 01, 2018

A letter from Carol A. Pandak, Polio Plus Director.............
Dear PolioPlus Committee and End Polio Coordinators:
I am writing to share an update on Papua New Guinea, where a case of vaccine-derived polio virus type 1 (VDPV1) has been confirmed.

NGSE Student Daphine Santos

Posted by Chris McGrath on Jun 20, 2018

I am Dáphine Carvalho Santos, I am 24 years old, I am Biologist, graduated in Biological Science and post graduated in Project Management and I live in Minas Gerais, Brazil.I participated in Rotary's NGSE program and I travelled to Australia to have a complete experience about Australian culture and value, also, regarding the practice of work in Biology abroad.

Morton Music Awards - Belmont Rotary

Posted by Chris McGrath on Jun 19, 2018

Morton Family Music Awards

What does a drummer, a classical pianist, a flautist, a saxophonist, a jazz pianist and a violinist have in common? They are all young people from the Belmont area who received a Morton Family Music Award 2018. The Rotary Club of Belmont Morton Family Music Award celebrated 30 years of awarding young people for their music ability.

These awards were suggested when a bequest from the Morton Family was received by the Rotary Club of Belmont to support charities.

Your Assistant Governors at work

Posted by Chris McGrath on May 21, 2018

Assistant Governors at Scone after a weekends briefing and relaxation.

Oops........ Almost forgot our partners

Warners Bay Rotary, Landcare tree planting 13 April

Posted by Chris McGrath, DG Helen Ryan on Apr 25, 2018

Warners Bay Landcare group were joined by eight members from the Rotary Club of Warners Bay for their planting day on 13 April at James Street Landcare site. The Rotary Club had contacted Warners Bay Landcare to help fulfil the goal of Rotary International President Ian Riseley for every Rotary member to plant a tree by Earth Day on 22^nd April.

District 9670 Changeover Link

Below is the link to take you to the District 9670 Changeover

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District 9670 Changeover

Posted on Apr 16, 2018

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Earthquake crisis in Papua New Guinea

Posted by Chris McGrath on Apr 01, 2018

ShelterBox Australia together with other aid agencies are currently in PNG giving aid to the many thousands of homeless people

Just follow the link below.................

https://www.shelterboxaustralia.com.au/1058-2/

Thank you for your support.

NEWS FLASH!

Posted by Chris McGrath on Mar 20, 2018

District Conference "Early Bird" Registrations close on 23rd March 2018. Don't miss out on this great deal!

Follow the link below..........

https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=342994&

RYDA programme with Dubbo South Rotary

Posted by Chris McGrath on Mar 13, 2018

Toronto Sunrise Fundraiser supporting MHERV van

Posted by Chris McGrath on Mar 09, 2018

Project Red Socks

Posted by Chris McGrath on Mar 08, 2018

Only $15.00 per pair

Project "Red Socks" has been taken on board by The District 9670 Community Service Committee to aid in the early prevention of prostate cancer in men. The aim of the project is to raise funds to aid further prostate cancer research.

Waratah - Singleton Sunrise Dravuni Island Project

Posted by Chris McGrath on Feb 27, 2018

ROTARIANS FROM WARATAH AND SINGLETON SUNRISE MAKE A DIFFERENCE

A chance visit to a small island off the south coast of Fiji sparked an interest in assisting the teachers and students from a small primary school in the South Pacific.

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Warners Bay Loop The Lake 11th March

Posted by Chris McGrath on Feb 15, 2018

Nelson Bay ARH Hat Day barefoot bowls fundraiser

Posted by Chris McGrath - Chris Bartlett on Jan 21, 2018

Nearly forty members, including partners and family members took part in Thursday night's barefoot bowls night in recognition of Australian Rotary Health's annual Hat Day celebration......

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Posted by Chris McGrath on Jan 14, 2018

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Rotarian Neville Chant is 99

Posted by Chris McGrath on Dec 13, 2017

Rotarian, Neville Chant of The Rotary Club Of Waratah celebrated his 99th birthday a little early this year. He turns 99 on Thursday 14th December.

A new story from Warners Bay Rotary Club

Posted by Chris McGrath on Nov 18, 2017

The Rotary Club of Warners Bay celebrated a couple of highlights during District Governor Helen Ryan’s official visit. Lyn Thorpe introduced the ROMAC patient Sioeli Moimoi and his mum Elizabeth from Tonga.

Rotary Health Dinner a success!

Posted by Chris McGrath on Nov 18, 2017

Australian Rotary Health Representative Chris Bartlett, organised a special ARH dinner at Maitland City Bowling Club on Wednesday night. Special Guest speaker was Greg Ross, Chairman of the Board of ARH, with ARH Director Brian Beesley ( Gloucester Rotary Club) the MC for the evening.

Nearly 70 Rotarians were present, and 8 club’s represented, including our Club, through Chris Bartlett and Judi Priestley, DG Helen and Mike, ARH Life member Don Whatham and Fiona and PP Judy and Bob Mitchell.

Catalina Festival - Rathmines 29th October

Posted by Chris McGrath on Oct 31, 2017

A very warm day at Rathmines where Rotary and ShelterBox were well represented. The flying displays were top class. Crowds estimate would be in excess 10,000 people. Some pictures of the day including Morisset Rotarians and their Christmas Trailer raffle. Sadly, the Catalina was not able to land as it had only one engine operational, so flew on to Rutherford for repairs.

Follow Read More link for more pictures

WORLD POLIO DAY

Posted by Wilma Simmons on Oct 20, 2017

One Day. One Focus : Ending Polio We are so close to eradicating polio worldwide. How will you be marking #WorldPolioDay?

ShelterBox at Living Smart Expo

Posted by Wilma Simmons/Chris McGrath on Sep 27, 2017

The ShelterBox Ambassadors and Rotary volunteers taking a break at Living Smart Expo. Speers Point Park on Saturday 23rd September.

Rotary Club of Singleton Sunrise Celebrates Father's Day at Community Aged Care Centres

Posted by Wilma Simmons /Marty Pall

Members of RC of Singleton Sunrise and the Club's Rotary Youth Exchange student present a gift to a resident in a local aged care centre to celebrate Father's Day.

STRATGIC PLAN 2017-2020 DISTRICT 9670

Posted by DG Helen Ryan & Alyn Miranda

STRATEGIC PLAN 2017-2020

ROTARY FOUNDATION RAFFLE

Posted by PDG Peter Raynor & Alyn Miranda

RAM Annual Conference

Posted by Alyn Miranda & DG Helen Ryan

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District Governor's Partners Project

Posted by Jordan Fallon on Jul 20, 2017

Rotary Clubs across District 9670 are encouraged to recognise extraordinary individuals in their community by making a donation to the Rotary Endowment Fund.

NEW DISTRICT GOVERNOR FOR ROTARY DISTRICT 9670

Posted by Jordan Fallon and Colin Shanks on Jul 09, 2017

Rotary District 9670 officially welcomed its new District Governor last night when Helen Ryan became the third woman to be appointed as the region’s Rotary leader.

Mrs Ryan of the Rotary Club of Nelson Bay will hold the position for the next 12 months.

Spanning from Newcastle in the east to Bourke in the west, District 9670 is home to over 1,100 Rotarians committed to serving and building their local communities.

DISTRICT LEADERSHIP DIRECTORY

Posted by Colin Shanks on Jul 09, 2017

The Rotary 9670 District Leadership Directory is available for download in PDF format. The directory is only available if you are registered and have logged into the district website members only area.

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Helen Ryan District Governor 2017-2018

Posted on Jul 02, 2017

DANISH MAN FOLLOWS CAREER IN AUSTRALIA

Posted by Brian Oakley and Nicole Shanks on Jul 01, 2017

Rasmus Sandholm from Denmark has been following his career as a butcher in our District.

DISTRICT GOVERNOR FOR 2019-20 IS....

Posted by Nicole Shanks on May 16, 2017

The District Governor for 2019-20 has recently been announced and that is, Graeme Hooper, of the Rotary Club of Toronto Sunrise. He ill be ably assisted by his wife, Sue.

SINGLETON SUNRISE SERVING OUR ELDERLY MUM'S

Posted by Marty Pall and Nicole Shanks on May 16, 2017

The newly formed breakfast club, the Rotary Club of Singleton Sunrise, is just less than a year old but already has 23 members and very active in their community.

DISTRICT 9670 CONFERENCE IN 2018 - PORT STEPHENS

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Helen Ryan on Apr 14, 2017

As the 2017 District 9670 Conference was drawing to a close in Dubbo, all eyes were going to be on the 2018 event and where it would be held.

DISTRICT 9670 CONFERENCE 2017 WRAP-UP

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Apr 14, 2017

The 2017 District 9670 Conference, which was held in Dubbo on March 17 -19, has all wrapped up and the organisers have been going through the feedback of the Conference.

DISTRICT YOUTH EXCHANGE NEEDS YOUR HELP

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Apr 14, 2017

So many young students from around the world are going to miss out on an opportunity of a lifetime if the Rotary Clubs in the District don't help out.

TRANSPORT OPTIONS FOR SATURDAY NIGHT

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Mar 14, 2017

Did you want to have a good time at Saturday night's function, but not have the burden of driving, especially after drinking alcohol? The Conference Planning Committee have the solution for you.

LEARN ABOUT FOUNDATION AT THE CONFERENCE

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Mar 04, 2017

Want to know more about the Rotary Foundation? Well, come along to the annual seminar at the District Conference.

WANT TO KNOW WHAT IS HAPPENING AT THE CONFERENCE

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Mar 04, 2017

Are you still thinking about attending the upcoming Rotary District Conference?

Want to know what is happening or who is speaking at particular times?

COMMUNITY ORGANISATIONS COMBINE TO "LEND A HAND"

Posted by Ian Mackenzie-Smith on Mar 04, 2017

In a friendly spirit of co-operation, two of the Myall Coast’s Service Clubs have joined with the Tea Gardens Men’s Shed to provide a much needed disabled facility to one of our local residents.

VALE TO PAST MEMBERS AT CONFERENCE

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Feb 26, 2017

Has one of your members passed away since the last District Conference? The District would like to celebrate and commemorate their life at the upcoming Conference.

RYLA APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Feb 26, 2017

Applications are now open for participants to attend the Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA) from 18th - 23rd April at Tocal College, Paterson, NSW.

SAILABILITY PORT STEPHENS IS GOING FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH

Posted by Sharon Chambers & Frank Bardsley on Feb 26, 2017

There are numerous stories in Rotary about how the vision and determination of a few people can lead to extraordinary outcomes. This is one such story.

WARNERS BAY ROTARY HOSTING RAWCS CONFERENCE

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Feb 26, 2017

District 9670, and Rotary Club of Warners Bay are hosting the Rotary Australia World Community Service (RAWCS) Eastern Region Conference at Belmont 16’s on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 May.

BUSHFIRE DISASTER RELIEF

Posted by Wilma Simmons for DG Steve Jackson on Feb 17, 2017

Following the extensive bushfires which have occurred in central western NSW recently, the Rotary Club of Mudgee and Mudgee Sunrise have jointly sponsored and established a fund to assist individuals and families suffering significant loss and distress caused by the fires.

DUBBO WEST HELPS GAIN INTEGRATED CANCER CENTRE

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Jan 17, 2017

Recently, Troy Grant, State Member for Dubbo, and Mark Coulton, Federal Member of Parkes, announced that with their combined contributions, Dubbo will receive an integrated Cancer Centre, based at Dubbo Base Hospital, valued at $50 million. It was part of Coulton’s election promise to commit $25 million if the coalition won and then Mr Grant stated that State will chip in the other half.

NELSON BAY HAS LONG LUNCH

Posted by Robert Mitchell on Jan 15, 2017

It was a day with a difference to make a difference.

Nelson Bay Rotary held an event on 29th October in a beautiful venue overlooking the pristine sparkling waters of Port Stephens.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS EXTENDED

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Jan 15, 2017

Due to the Christmas period, Registrations at the Early Bird rate, for the upcoming District 9670 Conference have been extended to Friday 3 February 2017.

9670 GIVEN MONEY FOR TRUST

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Jan 15, 2017

The impact that 9670 left on Margaret Illukol's life was that positive, that she left her $1m estate to them when she passed away.

RYPEN APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Jan 15, 2017

It is not long until the RYPEN (Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment) camp will be held and applications are now open.

GIVE THE GIFT OF SHELTER

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Dec 06, 2016

Can't think of that special gift to someone who has everything?

Perhaps you would like to give someone a unique gift.

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS AT DISTRICT CONFERENCE

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Dec 06, 2016

If you are planning to attend the District Conference being held in Dubbo during March 2017, then you may need a place to stay.

AUSTRALIAN ROTARY PEACE SCHOLAR RECEIVES GLOBAL AWARD

Australian Rotarian Stephanie Woollard has been recognised on the global stage with a prestigious Rotary Responsible Business Award. Stephanie is one of only six honorees worldwide, applauded for her groundbreaking work establishing the Seven Women project, which supports disabled women in Nepal. The presentation of the awards formed the centerpiece of Rotary Day at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.

2017 DISTRICT CONFERENCE

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Nov 19, 2016

Preparations are well underway for the 2017 District Conference, which will be held in Dubbo and the Planning Committee have some exciting news!

GSE Team Announced!

Posted by Christine Roach

We are pleased to announce the GSE team to represent our District to D4905 in Argentina in May 2017.

World Polio Day 24 October 2016

Posted by Wilma Simmons

World Polio Day - One Day. One Focus: Ending Polio , celebrating Rotary’s 27-year mission to eradicate the crippling childhood disease polio.

SINGLETON SUNRISE CHARTER NIGHT

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Oct 03, 2016

All Rotarians in District 9670 are invited to attend a special event in Singleton on Saturday 22 October 2016.

GSE Applications now CLOSED!

Applications for the Team Leader and four Team Members have now Closed. The team selection process will be finalised by 30 October 2016....watch this space!

Clubs wishing to host the inbound team from D4905 in Argentina are requested to submit their expression of interest by 14 October 2016 to the GSE Chair, Christine Roach via Email: gse@rotary9670.org.au

GSE Applications are now OPEN

Posted by Christine Roach

Team Leader and Team Member Applications are now open for the Group Study Exchange to D4905 in Argentina

Steve Jackson - New District Governor

Posted by Wilma Simmons

Steve Jackson became the District Governor at the District Changeover on 2 July,and was formally introduced by Immediate Past District Governor Adrian Roach.

SHELTERBOX TO ASSIST ECUADOR

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Apr 21, 2016

A ShelterBox response team is travelling to Ecuador to carry out assessments following a catastrophic 7.8 magnitude earthquake near the northern town of Muisne.

HUGE SUPPORT FOR LOOP THE LAKE

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Craig Henningham on Apr 21, 2016

On Sunday, 13 March, over 1500 cycling enthusiasts and families pedalled their way around beautiful Lake Macquarie, NSW, participating in the 20^th Annual Loop the Lake Cycle Challenge.

GET TO KNOW DISTRICT GOVERNOR NOMINEE BRIAN COFFEY

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Brian Coffey on Apr 04, 2016

At the recent District Conference, it was announced that the District Governor for 2018-19 would be Brian Coffey from the Rotary Club of East Maitland. Here we get to know who he and his wife, Carol is.

MORPETH GOES CRAZY FOR MOTORAMA

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Brian Coffey on Apr 04, 2016

The Rotary Club of East Maitland held a successful Motorama in Morpeth. However, it took a long time to plan due to various red tape along the way in 2015.

VALE PDG REX MEEHAN

Posted by John Compton and Nicole Shanks on Mar 16, 2016

Over the past week, the District was saddened to hear the news of the passing of Past District Governor (PDG) Rex Meehan.

DISTRICT CONFERENCE WRAP-UP

Posted by Trevor Lynch and Nicole Shanks on Mar 13, 2016

Another successful District Conference is done and dusted with majority of clubs represented. Here is the summary from Conference Chair, Trevor Lynch. If you didn't get a chance to attend, you have missed out on an enjoyable weekend.

AUSTRALIAN SELECTED AS ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT 2017-18

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Mar 13, 2016

A huge coup for Australians recently, was the announcement that Ian H S Riseley, from the Rotary Club of Sandringham, in Victoria, being selected as the Rotary International President for 2017-18 if there are no challenges for the position.

ROTARACT CLUB OF THE HUNTER NEEDS YOUR HELP

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Mar 13, 2016

The Rotaract Club of the Hunter is once again holding their Charity Ball and they require your assistance.

A GREAT NEW INITIATIVE TO GAIN YOUNGER MEMBERS

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Kerry Morrissey on Mar 12, 2016

Have you wondered how to engage the next generation, and encourage them to join Rotary. One club in our District has just done that with their new plan of gaining members and it is proving successful.

THE LATEST FROM SHELTERBOX

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Mar 12, 2016

There is a desperate need for shelter in Fiji still in the aftermath of Cyclone Winston.

ShelterBox response teams are working across Fiji to provide shelter for families after Cyclone Winston, the worst storm ever recorded in the southern hemisphere.

HELP THE VICTIMS OF FIJI

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Feb 28, 2016

The District Governors of Australia, including District Governor (DG) Adrian Roach, have agreed to support a National Fundraising appeal for those people affected by Cyclone Winston in Fiji. This is a National Rotary Australian World Community Service (RAWCS) Project.

DISTRICT 3460 GSE TEAM HAS STARTED THEIR TOUR

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Feb 28, 2016

The Group Study Exchange (GSE) team from District 3460, in Taiwan, have begun their tour around our District.

UPDATE FROM SHELTERBOX

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Feb 28, 2016

After the devastation that the cyclone caused in Fiji, our Shelterbox representatives, Peter and Lorraine Croft, have been inundated with phone calls from Rotarians and the public on how they can help the nation.

LANTERN WALK IS BACK

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Feb 09, 2016

After the success of the lantern walk last year to Light Up Rotary, the lantern walk is back and will be held on Saturday 13 February 2016 from 4pm with proceeds going to the Mission to Seafarers and the Newcastle Maritime Centre.

COME TO PADDLEFEST 2016

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Graeme Hooper on Feb 09, 2016

For a great day with the community of Lake Macquarie, then come along to Paddlefest on Sunday 28 February at Speers Point Park.

JOIN IN THE FUN AT SEOUL 2016

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Graeme Hooper on Feb 04, 2016

Do you want to attend the 2016 Rotary International Conference in Seoul with a group of fellow Rotarians from the District? Then check out the following deal the District's Convention Co-ordinator Graeme Hooper has managed to source.

ROTARY 2016-17 THEME ANNOUNCED

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Jan 24, 2016

At the International Assembly in San Diego, USA, in front of the incoming District Governors, Rotary International President-Elect John F Germ (from the Rotary Club of Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA), announced his theme for the 2016-17 year.

SHELTERBOX UPDATE

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Jan 24, 2016

Shelterbox provides warmth, shelter, and dignity for those who need it, either due to floods, tornados, earthquakes or conflicts.

ROTARY CLUB OF NEWCASTLE ENTERPRISE INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKER

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Julia Brougham on Jan 24, 2016

The Rotary Club of Newcastle Enterprise would like to invite all Rotarians, their friends and the public to hear an inspirational speaker, Jeremy Scott.

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION YOUNG LEADERS SUMMIT

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Graeme Hooper on Jan 23, 2016

An exciting new program for 2016 Rotary International Seoul Convention has recently been launched.

ROTARY IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Nov 22, 2015

Rotary in Australia (Zone 8) public relations team has been working on a partnership with Channel Nine and A Current Affair (ACA).

Three further stories will be aired to promote positive public images of Rotary. We encourage you to promote these programs and build community following through facebook and twitter posts.

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION SEOUL 2016

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Graeme Hooper on Nov 22, 2015

The Rotary International Convention will be held in Seoul on 28th May to 1st June 2016.

Join this absolutely fantastic opportunity to share the wonderful world of International Rotary.

Visit the convention site for further details.

REGISTRATIONS FOR DISTRICT CONFERENCE OPEN

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Nov 22, 2015

Registrations are open for District 9670's Conference, which will be held on March 4, 5, & 6 in Mudgee.

DISTRICT CHRISTMAS FUNCTION

Posted by Wilma Simmons on Nov 20, 2015

DISTRICT 9670 HOSTING EASTERN REGION RAWCS CONFERENCE

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Oct 20, 2015

District 9670 is priviledged to be hosting the Eastern Region RaWCS (Rotary Australia World Community Service) Conference at the Sinclairs Function Centre in Warners Bay on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 November 2015.

GET INTERNATIONALFEST WITH ROTARACT CLUB OF THE HUNTER

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Oct 20, 2015

Want to experience another culture, and have fun, while raising money for the Lotte Thrikilgaard Trust?

Why not join the members of the Rotaract Club of the Hunter in their special event on Friday 30 October 2015, starting at 6.30pm, at Nara Thai and Uncle Raja's Restaurant in Charlestown.

A WORD FROM DISTRICT GOVERNOR ADRIAN - DG WANDERINGS IN THE WEST

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Oct 15, 2015

District Governor Adrian was been busy in these first 3 months of his year visiting Clubs around the District. Most recently he has been to a number of Clubs west of the divide and reports that they are indeed fabulous supporters and activists in their communities. Even though some may be small in member numbers, but they are big of heart and action.

ATTENTION ALL GOLFERS OF DISTRICT 9670

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Oct 15, 2015

The Rotary Club of Charlestown is hosting the National Tournament for the Australian Golfing Fellowship for Rotarians from 1st May through to the 6th May, 2016.

CHARLIE COMPLETES NEW GENERATIONS PROGRAM

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Oct 15, 2015

The District has recently said farewell to Charlotte (Charlie) Wheatley - a delightful young lady from District 1070 in Oxfordshire, UK. Charlie is pictured with her work colleague and her host family.

UPDATE ON THE MURRURUNDI TRAIN TRIP

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Oct 15, 2015

Unfortunately, due to major track work being conducted on Sunday 25 October, the vintage train from Broadmeadow to Murrurundi has been cancelled.

APPLICATIONS FOR GROUP STUDY EXCHANGE TO TAIWAN HAVE BEEN EXTENDED

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Aug 17, 2015

Due to the limited number of applicants for team members to be a part of the 2016 Rotary Group Study Exchange (GSE) to District 3460 to Taiwan, the closing date for applications have been extended to 4 September 2016.

ROTARY FOUNDATION ANNUAL GALA SPECTACULAR

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Jul 30, 2015

Fellow Rotarians and those Friends of Rotary, you are to save an important date in your diary .... Saturday 10 October 2015 and help raise funds for the Rotary Foundation.

ROTARY GLOBAL REWARDS ON OFFER NOW

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Jul 28, 2015

Rotary International has recently launched its Rotary Global Rewards program.

WANTED: YOUR CLUB'S BEST PHOTOS

Posted by Wilma Simons on Jul 27, 2015

Opportunity for your club to feature ....

PADDLEFEST IN THE WINTERTIME

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Graeme Hooper on Jul 26, 2015

Calling all amateur canoeists, stand up paddlers and anyone wanting a bit of fun in an outrigger. It's time for a winter splash and some fun with Winterfest on Sunday 9 August 2015.

FOUNDATIONS GRANTS ARE AVAILABLE SOON

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Jul 25, 2015

Does your club need extra funds for a particular project? Why not apply for a District Grant.

Club Presidents & Committee Chairs Meeting

Posted by Wilma Simmons

Great program - Andrew Hughes (Your Rotary), Michael Weatherall ( Interact), Laurie McGrath (Membership) VENUE CHANGES

APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR GROUP STUDY EXCHANGE 2016

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Jul 14, 2015

Applications are being sought for Team Members, Team Leaders, and hosts for the Group Study Exchange (GSE) program in 2015 - 2016.

NEW PATRON FOR ROMAC

Posted by Wilma Simmons on Jul 03, 2015

Mrs Margie Abbott, wife of Prime Minister Mr Tony Abbott has accepted a position of Patron with Rotary Oceania Medical Aid for Children (ROMAC). Mrs Abbott was adamant that she didn’t want to be a Patron in name only and insisted that we engage her in ROMAC’s activities as soon as possible. ROMAC accepted her generous offer and she has already been engaged in her first duty - Mrs Abbott met a child in Canberra with Senior Australian of the year for the ACT Sandra Malhberg.

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL CURRENCY EXCHANGE RATE JULY 2015

Posted by Wilma Simmons on Jun 26, 2015

Attention : All District 9670 Club Secretaries and Treasurers

Re : payment of invoices ( semi annual Rotary dues)

LOOKING FOR A NEW FUNDRAISING ACTIVITY

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Jun 14, 2015

Is your new Rotary Club looking for a new way of raising money for the community, with the community, while having fun?

Look no further than Jumbo Tennis.

ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL MUNA HELD

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Phil Warren on Jun 14, 2015

District 9670 Model United Nation Assembly (MUNA) was held at Muswellbrook Council Chambers on Saturday 23 May. It is a special event as the young people from high schools that are sponsored by a local Rotary Club have the opportunity to debate resolutions that are focussed on contemporary international issues. The counsellors prepare, advise and support the students prior to and during the event. In 2015, fifteen teams from fourteen schools competed for two awards.

BOOK NOW FOR THE DISTRICT CHANGEOVER EVENT!

Posted by Christine Roach on Jun 08, 2015

Bookings are now open for the changeover dinner

Saturday 4th July 2015

Club Maitland City

Bookings close 30th June 2015

SHELTER BOX AND NEPAL

Posted by Peter and Lorraine Croft on May 06, 2015

With the extent of the disaster becoming more apparent by the day Peter and Lorraine Croft are taking donations for Shelterbox and would strongly urge clubs to dig deep as the situation over there is quite devastating. They would really like to thank the Clubs who have already donated.

Following is the latest update from Mike Greenslade, General Manager, ShelterBox Australia:

Information correct as of Monday 05 May, 2015:

Over the weekend a series of partnerships were agreed for 500 (UN specification) tents each to be deployed with ACTED, IOM and Handicap International alongside an additional 2,736 shelter kits and 1,754 ShelterBoxes for use by our own teams too.

LONGREACH NEEDS OUR HELP

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Madeleine Atkins on Apr 28, 2015

Our Rotarian friends in District 9570, 9550 and 9630 need us to visit the outback!

FIGHTING MENTAL ILLNESS - WHAT IS AUSTRALIAN ROTARY HEALTH DOING?

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Apr 28, 2015

As May is Australian Rotary Health month, we give you an insight into what they are doing to try and combat mental illness.

KATE COMPLETES NEW GENERATIONS PROGRAM

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Graeme Hooper on Apr 28, 2015

The District has just said farewell to Kate Reinhart, a delightful young lady from District 6330 in Ontario Canada. Kate is pictured under the tree planted by Paul Harris all those years ago in Civic Park Newcastle.

DISTRICT GOVERNOR 2017-18 ANNOUNCED

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Madeleine Atkins on Apr 28, 2015

During the recent District Conference, the District Governor Selection Committee gathered to interview the candidates for the position of District Governor in 2017-18.

MURRURUNDI THANKS RAIL EMPLOYEES WITH CELEBRATION

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Madeleine Atkins on Apr 28, 2015

The Rotary Club of Murrurundi is undertaking their biggest challenge in many years.

This year is the 50th Anniversary of the closure of the Murrurundi Locomotive Sheds.

You are invited to “A Tribute to Murrurundi’s Rail Employees and the History of The Great Northern Railway” on Sunday 25 October.

FLOOD DISASTER IN DUNGOG

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Madeleine Atkins on Apr 28, 2015

On behalf of District Governor Gerard we pass on our thoughts to all Rotarians who are having difficulty with the recent storms in the Hunter. It is times like these that Rotarians truly support each other.

One of the hardest hit areas as we know is Dungog.

NATIONAL ROTARY SUCCESS CONFERENCE & YOUTH SUMMIT

Posted by Nicole Shanks on Apr 28, 2015

Over the last two years, Rotarians have been asking, when is another National Rotary Success Conference going to be held. The answer is - it is going to happen this September and in District 9710! They urge us to register now for what is sure to be a great conference.

HOW MANY CHARITIES GIVE YOU BACK 50% OF YOUR CONTRIBUTION?

Posted by Nicole Shanks & Gerard McMillan on Apr 28, 2015

In three years’ time, 50% of your contribution to the Annual Fund of The Rotary Foundation comes back to your District as DDF (District Designated Fund). These funds then enable the Clubs in your District to support both local and international projects. That’s right; you can spend Rotary Foundation funds in your local community.