Rotary Club of Paterson - NSW Australia

05/11/2026

Sat 7 Nov 2026 at Paterson Depot, Paterson NSW. Come and join the Singleton Sunrise Club for a wonderful day out on the Hawkesbury River. Sit back and…

05/11/2026

📣 YOUR VOICE MATTERS – STAY ENGAGED WITH YOUR COUNCIL!

An informed and engaged community helps shape a stronger Dungog Shire. There are plenty of ways to have your say!

🏛️ Attend or watch Council meetings – Held on the third Wednesday of each month at 6pm, in Council Chambers, 198 Dowling Street, Dungog. December meetings are held on the second Wednesday, with no ordinary meeting in January. Meetings can also be watched online.

💬 Have your say – Participate in community consultations on local plans, projects and policies.

📧 Report issues directly to Council – Roads, drainage, maintenance and other local concerns should be formally reported to:
[email protected]

Remember, Facebook comments aren’t formal reports to Council.

🗣️ Contact your Councillors – We’re here to listen, represent your interests and advocate for our community.
https://www.dungog.nsw.gov.au/Council/Councillors

📋 Stay informed – Follow Council updates, meeting agendas, minutes and public notices.
https://www.dungog.nsw.gov.au/Council/Meetings-Agendas-and-Minutes

📩 Sign up to Dungog Shire Council’s monthly Council Happenings newsletter!
Receive Council news, project updates, community information, upcoming events and opportunities to have your say, straight to your inbox on the first Friday of each month.
https://us19.campaign-archive.com/home/?u=948d5fc37ac7454d25cfd6ba4&id=2da7b5c730

👁️ watch the updates posted every Friday on the Dungog Shire Council page.

🌱 Get involved locally – Community groups and progress associations are great ways to contribute.

Not sure who is responsible?

🔹 State Government: State-managed roads, bridges, rail, public schools, hospitals and other state services – contact your State MP.

🔹 Federal Government: Medicare, Centrelink, immigration and national policies – contact your Federal MP.

Good decisions start with informed and engaged communities.

If you’re unsure where to direct a concern or how to get involved, please reach out. I’m always happy to help point you in the right direction!

🔗 www.dungog.nsw.gov.au

05/11/2026

Our condolences to those who knew and loved her

Today, we mourn as we receive the news of the passing of one of our beloved members Kath Botterill (77y.o). Kath joined the club on 2 December 2014, after the passing of her husband, Trevor, and her desire to continue the service which he had been looking forward after his retirement. Kath was an extraordinary hard community worker with her church, bridge and bowls - but family always came first. Kath has been recognised with a Paul Harris Fellow in 2018, and was the sole Neville Arthur Club Service Award recipient in the 2015-16 year. In putting together this little tribute, I noted that Kath is our 2nd longest active female member, and the first female member we have lost. I thought it was fitting that the music playing on the radio was Elton John's 'Candle in the Wind', followed by Rohan Keating's 'When You Say Nothing At All'. R.I.P Kath - and may we all raise a glass of red in your cherished memory.

03/11/2026

Why join Rotary? Friendship and fellowship is a big part of our small club. If you are interested in what a Rotary meeting looks like, we would love you to join us at one of ours. The Paterson club meets twice a month in the evening at Paterson Tavern, for fellowship, a meal, training, event planning and guest speakers. Leave a comment below and I will send you the details of our next few meetings.

“Every Rotary club in the world, no matter how big or small, has one thing in common: friendship. And it's from this base of friendship that we serve our community.”
— Kemal Attilâ, Rotary Club of Ankara-Tandogan, Turkey

03/11/2026

Our guest speaker on Thursday 5th November 2026 is Evan Martin who is the Hunter Hub Leader for Talk2MeBro. Talk2mebro is an Australian mental health and su***de prevention charity dedicated to breaking down stigma, fostering genuine human connection and creating safe, supportive environments where people feel comfortable sharing their experiences.
Evan has been involved with Talk2mebro for the past years and will talk to us about his role in co-ordinating community events, supporting volunteers, building partnerships and promoting meaningful conversations around mental health and wellbeing.
The club meets every Thursday morning at Maddies of Bolwarra, 35 Paterson Rr, Bolwarra, starting at 7.30am and finishing promptly at 8.30am.

We always welcome guests at club meetings – if you would like to come along and hear Evan Martin speak please contact David Hislop on ph 0428 663562 or email [email protected]. A choice of Hot Breakfast is available at a cost of $20 or $10 for Tea/Coffee & Toast.

03/11/2026

🎄❤️ HELP US MAKE CHRISTMAS SPECIAL! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! ❤️🎄

Christmas is just around the corner, and the Dungog Shire Community Centre is getting ready for our annual Community Christmas Lunch! 🎅✨

This event is a special part of our community's Christmas celebrations, bringing people together to share a delicious meal, enjoy festive cheer, and feel the warmth of community connection.

But we can't do it without our wonderful volunteers' kindness and generosity! ❤️

We're looking for some extra helping hands with:

🎄 Preparation – Helping get everything ready for the big day.

🎁 Set-up – Creating a beautiful, welcoming space for everyone.

🍽️ Serving – Helping our guests enjoy their Christmas lunch.

✨ Pack-down and clean-up – Lending a hand after the celebrations.

Whether you can spare an hour or want to be involved throughout the event, every bit of help makes a difference.

For some members of our community, this lunch is a highlight of their Christmas season. Your time and kindness can help create a day filled with belonging, connection, and Christmas spirit.

💌 Interested in volunteering? We'd love to hear from you!

📞 Call us on 02 4992 1133

📧 Email [email protected]

Or simply send us a message here on Facebook!

From all of us at the Dungog Shire Community Centre, thank you for helping make our community such a wonderful place to call home. ❤️

Together, let's make this Christmas one to remember! 🎄✨

03/11/2026

Christmas should be a time of warmth, connection and belonging. Yet we know that for many individuals and families in our community, the festive season can also bring financial pressure and uncertainty.

Dungog Shire Community Centre is once again helping make Christmas a little brighter for those who need some extra support.

🎁 Christmas Toy Hampers

We’re grateful to be partnering with the Susan Roskell Foundation to help provide Christmas gifts for children and young people aged 0–17 years.

🍽️ Community Christmas Lunch

Our Centre is also organising our annual free Christmas Lunch, bringing people together to share a meal, enjoy some festive cheer and experience the warmth of community.

Registrations are now open for both!

If you or your family could use a little extra support this Christmas, please reach out. We also welcome nominations for families in our community who may be doing it tough.

To register or nominate someone:

Call (02) 4992 1133 or visit us at 103 Dowling Street, Dungog.

We understand that reaching out for help can sometimes feel difficult. Everyone deserves to feel supported and included, especially at Christmas.

Please help us spread the word so we can reach those who need it most. ❤️

03/11/2026

Did you know Douglas Watts? His daughter, Jenifer, invites you to his memorial later this week. Our condolences to the family.

03/11/2026

Congratulations to the Paterson Community Builders team on recently being awarded the Keep Australia Beautiful NSW Tidy Towns Sustainability Awards 2026 - Community Spirit and Inclusion Award. We at Rotary are all so proud of the work you have put into the Hub and Harvest to bring the community together.

03/07/2026