Launceston Lions Club

03/06/2026

02/06/2026

We look forward to seeing you, as we are supporting the Launceston Town Band with our proceeds

10/05/2026

Advance Notice

23/04/2026

🦁 Why Lions Wear the Yellow Vest — A Tradition Worth Knowing
If you’ve ever wondered why Lions around the world proudly wear the yellow (gold) service vest, the story goes deeper than just a uniform — it’s a symbol of identity, visibility, and unity.
From the earliest days of Lions Clubs International, the official colors were purple and gold, chosen in 1917 to represent loyalty, integrity, sincerity, and generosity. Over time, Lions’ branding materials shifted toward blue and gold for a more modern, consistent look — but the meaning behind the colors never changed.
Gold naturally became the color most associated with service, and the gold vest emerged as the universal identifier for Lions at projects, fundraisers, and community events. Members often describe it as something that instantly tells the public:
“A Lion is here to help.”
As Lions Clubs grew worldwide, the vest became a practical way to create a consistent, recognizable look across thousands of clubs. It also evolved into a walking scrapbook, with pins representing years of service, conventions, achievements, and club pride.
Whether your vest is simple or covered in decades of memories, it stands for the same thing:
Service. Community. Pride. And the shared mission of Lions everywhere — We Serve.

23/04/2026

Across the globe Lions are spreading kindness🦁💜
If you would like to join us and MakeADifference in your local community just get in touch 😊🦁

23/04/2026

..And you, good yeoman,
Whose limbs were made in England, show us here
The mettle of your pasture; let us swear
That you are worth your breeding; which I doubt not;
For there is none of you so mean and base,
That hath not noble lustre in your eyes.
I see you stand like greyhounds in the slips,
Straining upon the start. The game's afoot:
Follow your spirit, and upon this charge
Cry 'God for Harry, England, and Saint George!'

13/04/2026

Why not come and join us?
Or, visit us to find out more?

04/04/2026

We wish all our friends and supporters a Happy and Enjoyable Easter