Outgoing President Mark Clemow reflected on the Club’s strong culture and positive momentum, highlighting the spirit of service and friendship that defines the Mount Barker Rotary community. In a heartfelt moment, Mark presented the Ian Rose Memorial Award for Community Service to James Hawker, and named Karen Nolan as Rotarian of the Year. Both were further honoured with Paul Harris Fellows, the highest accolade a Rotary Club can bestow, acknowledging their outstanding commitment to the ideals of Rotary and their enduring contribution to the leadership of the Club.
Incoming President Andrew Scott shared his vision for the year ahead, expressing a desire to elevate the Club’s profile through the creation of a signature community event. “If more people knew what we did and were inspired to volunteer with Rotary,” he said, “our capacity to create meaningful change in our community would grow exponentially.”
With a renewed sense of purpose and leadership, the Rotary Club of Mount Barker looks forward to another year of service, fellowship, and impact.
Rotarian of the Year, Karen Nolan, outgoing President Mark Clemow and winner of the Ian Rose Memorial Award for Community Service, James Hawker.