August is Membership and New Club Development Month
Rotary Club of Brisbane BULLETIN MONDAY 18 AUGUST 2025
What does Rotary mean for you?
Patron for Rotary Qld's Centenary Project:
Professor Graeme Nimmo RFD
As a celebration of Rotary Queensland's Centenary, Rotary Queensland has committed to raising sufficient funding to establish a perpetual chair and research funding in Neuroscience at the University of Queensland Brain Institute.
Prof Graeme Nimmo RFD is patron of the Break Through Project.
Kelly Bartle MBus, CAAM is an executive adviser and board director with extensive experience in governance, risk management, strategic delivery and organisational leadership across Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Based in Port Moresby, Kelly serves on the board and committee of Rotarians Against Malaria PNG and is a Regional Supervisor for Australian Rotarians Against Malaria. She has also contributed to community initiatives addressing family and sexual violence and supporting people with disabilities in PNG.
Kelly is a member of the Rotary Club of Port Moresby and an honorary member of the Rotary Club of Brisbane. Her professional expertise, community involvement and firsthand experience of life in PNG give her a valuable perspective on the partnerships needed to tackle major public-health challenges.
Tonight, Kelly will speak about the work of Rotarians Against Malaria and its continuing efforts to control and eliminate malaria across Papua New Guinea.
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The meeting began with a review of various club activities and updates from members. The group discussed the Rotary Club of Brisbane's strategic direction, including their focus on action and delivery, financial responsibilities, and membership challenges. The conversation ended with discussions about fund raising strategies, event planning, and organisational planning, including the presentation of the club's budget and the development of a succession plan.
uded casual chat about accommodation arrangements for Geoff and general updates from members.
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!
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.
31st August and 14th September, 2025, 8:30am-3:00pm
The success of a Rotary Club depends upon good leadership and with the annual turnover of leadership roles there is a constant need for new leaders.
The Rotary Leadership Institute is a grassroots, multi-district leadership development program whose mission is to strengthen Rotary clubs through quality leadership education.
Attendees will receive a comprehensive introduction to Rotary's entities, processes, programmes and goals as well as gaining more knowledge of the vast topic that is Rotary.
Rotary Leadership Institute is especially suitable for newer Rotarians. Some people call it "Rotary 101". Rotary Club of Brisbane will pay for you to attend! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Rotary Leadership workshops are run over 2 days. This workshop will be held on 31st August, and 14th September 2025. Attendees should attend both days. Each day commences at 8:30am and finishes by 3pm.
The attendance fee of $50 covers a light lunch on both days and morning tea. Since our club is sponsoring our newer Club member's attendance, you can choose "Bill Me Later" and you will receive an invoice by email which you can forward to our Treasurer Celia.
The Rotary Club of Brisbane had a grant to support and encourage our newer members to attend wider Rotary Events. The Rotary Club of Brisbane Development Grant, is etan annual grant of up to $300 per person to help our members attend events such as the 2026 District Conference (which we really should all be attending in support of our club member and District Governor Mark Williams) The Rotary Leadership Instituteand District Assembly.
This grant aims to empower our members to deepen their Rotary knowledge, build connections, and enhance their contributions to our vibrant club and the broader Rotary community.
Click Read more .... and scroll down for the application form.
The meeting began with introductions and welcoming visiting Rotarians from Germany, followed by discussions about membership status and committee reports. The club reviewed various projects and initiatives, including recycling efforts, coffee quality, and a container donation to Port Moresby, while also addressing concerns about meeting visibility and public relations. The main focus was on the annual Kids' Picnic project, which has been a long-standing community event for special needs children, along with announcements about upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.
Next steps
Club members to sign up for Volunteer Day bush care program at Ashgrove
Club members to register for District Membership Action Plan workshop on August 9th
Club members to support Rotary Club of Paddington's breakfast event on Thursday for motor neuron disease research
Club to provide volunteers for Rotary Club of South Brisbane's Kids Picnic on October 23rd
Club to find new face painting provider at the picnic
Club to promote volunteer opportunities for non-Rotarians through new volunteer platform
Club members to attend Working Bee at Ashgrove Tennis Avenue Park on Sunday August 3rd
The Rotary meeting proceeded to cover various topics including club updates, presentations on the Queensland Brain Institute and Rotary Foundation, and discussions about ongoing projects and initiatives. Speakers shared insights on Rotary's structure, fundraising efforts, and the importance of shifting public perception towards hands-on service projects. The conversation ended with presentations on international collaborations, peace initiatives, and announcements of upcoming local events.
Next steps
Angela to update the website with the correct meeting ID for future meetings.
Keith to continue as chair of the breakthrough project and recruit committee members from other districts.
Angela to publish a bulletin with the containers for change barcode for club fundraising.
Angela to create instructional videos using Scribe software to teach members how to use Club Runner and My Rotary.
Club members to consider attending the Membership Action Plan Workshop on August 9th in Rothwell.
Mark to share the full presentation on Rotary Foundation with club members at a future meeting.
Club to consider collaborating with Rotary Club of Musasa on rural clinic refurbishment project (estimated $50,000 USD).
Club to consider collaborating with Rotary Club of Musasa on WASH project to drill 10 boreholes in 2 districts.
Club to consider sponsoring a youth exchange student to/from Zimbabwe.
Club to consider sponsoring a Rotary Peace Fellow for the fellowship program at UQ.
Club members to volunteer for the tree planting day in Ashgrove on August 3rd at 7 AM.
Club members to attend the presentation by John Paskin from South Brisbane Rotary Club about the Kids Picnic on July 28th.
On Sunday 13th July, Rtn. Harold B Sandrasagara, Chair of Supporting Adolescents with Autism, Rotary Club of Colombo Reconnections, held their Inaugural Ceremony.
We had a great time volunteering for an hour with Brisbane City Councilâs Habitat Brisbane program. So much so that we're doing it again on Sunday 7 October. CLICK HERE for more information and to register as a volunteer. There will be a meeting the next day but this counts as a âmake-upâ for that meeting too. YOU pick how and where you want to be a Rotarian.
What Weâll Be Doing:
Removing invasive weeds
Planting native flora
Mulching and improving soil health
Participating in flora and fauna surveys
Helping protect the biodiversity of our beautiful local habitats
Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just enjoy fresh air and community spirit, this is a rewarding way to live Rotaryâs motto of Service Above Self. Itâs also the kind of grassroots involvement that many new members tell us theyâre looking forâreal community impact and real connection.
All materials will be providedâjust bring a hat, sunscreen, gloves, and your enthusiasm! Lovely morning tea on site afterwards.
Kelly Bartle MBus, CAAM is an executive adviser and board director with extensive experience in governance, risk management, strategic delivery and organisational leadership across Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Based in Port Moresby, Kelly serves on the board and committee of Rotarians Against Malaria PNG and is a Regional Supervisor for Australian Rotarians Against Malaria. She has also contributed to community initiatives addressing family and sexual violence and supporting people with disabilities in PNG.
Kelly is a member of the Rotary Club of Port Moresby and an honorary member of the Rotary Club of Brisbane. Her professional expertise, community involvement and firsthand experience of life in PNG give her a valuable perspective on the partnerships needed to tackle major public-health challenges.
Tonight, Kelly will speak about the work of Rotarians Against Malaria and its continuing efforts to control and eliminate malaria across Papua New Guinea.
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The entertainer and philanthropist Dolly Parton died 25 August 2026. This Q&A was originally published in the March 2010 issue of The Rotarian (now Rotary) magazine. Later that year, she spoke at the Rotary International Convention in Montreal, Canada.
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Service Above Self
Mondays at 6:00 PM
The Normanby Hotel
1 Musgrave Road
Red Hill
Brisbane, QLD 4059 Australia
We meet for an hour at The Normanby Hotel.
Most meetings are also available live via Zoom.
Free parking at 18 Kelvin Grove Rd. Feel free to join us for a meal after the meeting.
No meeting on public holidays - check website for details.
The Rotary Club of Brisbane had a grant to support and encourage our newer members to attend wider Rotary Events. The Rotary Club of Brisbane Development Grant, is etan annual grant of up to $300 per person to help our members attend events such as the 
