Michele Ellery - District Governor, Rotary Clubs,Blue Mountains to the sea

03/06/2026

Together We Protect Our Planet 🌱

Together, we can create a healthier future for generations to come. 💚🌏

Rotary District 9685 is committed to protecting our environment through local action, sustainable projects, and community partnerships. From tree planting and clean-up days to environmental education and conservation initiatives — every action matters.

♻️ Small actions today create a better tomorrow.
🤝 Join us as People of Action making a lasting difference in our communities and across the planet.

03/06/2026

03/06/2026

02/06/2026

🏠 Decaf is coming home!

After more than a month away, our Dementia Café is returning to its regular home at Umina CWA Hall on Monday 22 June.

A big thank you to Peninsula Villages Umina for their wonderful hospitality while the hall was being refurbished — and we hope some of the residents we met during our visits will come join us at CWA!

Decaf runs on the second and fourth Mondays of the month (except public holidays) — warm morning tea, friendly chats, games and light exercise for people living with dementia and their carers. Lasting friendships are made here every session.

All welcome. For more information, contact Di Bartok on 0404 147 743.

02/06/2026

Sweet stop on the way to the 2027 District Conference! 🍯🐝

We’re stopping by The Honey Haven, Mudgee on Friday 12 March 2027 as we travel to the 2027 Rotary District 9685 Conference.

A perfect chance to enjoy local honey, mead, gifts and a warm country welcome.

We’re stopping by The Honey Haven, Mudgee, on Friday, 12 March 2027, as we travel to the 2027 Rotary District 9685 Conference.
📅 Friday 12 March 2027
🌐 Learn more: https://www.mudgeehoneyhaven.com.au/

01/06/2026

Rotarians are not sausage sizzles.

Yes… we can run a BBQ.
And yes… we still love serving our communities that way.

But Rotary is so much more.

Rotarians are mentors.
Disaster recovery volunteers.
Mental health advocates.
Youth leaders.
Community builders.
Problem solvers.
People of action.

Behind every fundraiser is a purpose.
Behind every project is a community.
Behind every Rotary club are people who genuinely care.

Across Rotary District 9685, our members are creating change locally and globally — supporting young people, strengthening communities, building friendships, and making a real difference.

We are not defined by a sausage sizzle.

We are defined by impact.


Yes… We can run a BBQ.

01/06/2026

RYLA - Rotary Youth Leadership Awards - District 9685

01/06/2026

🤝 JUNE IS ROTARY FELLOWSHIPS MONTH 🤝

Rotary Fellowships bring people together through shared passions, friendship, and service.

Across the world, Rotarians connect through common interests — building meaningful relationships while creating positive impact in their communities and beyond.

Whether through networking, cultural exchange, hobbies, professional interests, or humanitarian service, Rotary Fellowships strengthen the spirit of connection that makes Rotary so special.

💙 Together, we connect.
💜 Together, we grow.
💛 Together, we make a difference.

This June, we celebrate the friendships, diversity, and global connections that unite Rotary members everywhere.

31/05/2026

Nearly time!

A reminder - our free Climate Pitch online workshop is fast approaching - this Sunday 31 May 7.15pm for 7.30pm AEST (Sydney time). This is a workshop to learn the facts about climate change and ask any questions you may have.
You can tune in using this Zoom link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88125888810