Did you see our FAKE NEWS article last week? We might have jumped the gun and nominated Meeting 2868 as the Adelaide University talk. I guess I have had too many months to think about the possibility of fresh egg sandwiches and missed the mix up.
We did however have the opportunity to hear from Past President John & Skye McKenny from the Rotary Club of Yamba District 9640 NSW where the population fluctuates between 7 -17,000 dependent on the tourist seasons. The club itself currently has 9 members with two new younger members considering joining up. The club's key initiatives are the Say no to Domestic Violence Annual Walk, provision of community bus seating and catering using an ex-ambulance 🚑 converted to BBQ van. It was great to have John and Skye along to share their Rotary journey with us.
Until next time...
Past President John McKenny, Club President Neil and Skye McKenny at meeting 2868.
Next Week
Meeting 2869 will be a social meeting at the Bob & Gayle Cowan Auditorium for Adelaide Uni's first Mount Gambier Public Lecture. The topic is the Changing Brain: Moving After Stroke presented by Associate Professor in Neuroscience and Rehabilitation, Brenton Hordacre. Meet for a 6:30 pm start at the University Campus.
Bookings have been made for the Adeliade University Lecture, look forward to seeing you all there.
March Sergeants:
Brian Shanahan
Barry Page
Upcoming Events
Suggestions Welcome
Free Skin Cancer Checks
The Lionesses and Lions are teaming up to bring the Skin Cancer Screening Unit to Mount Gambier from 27-29 March 2026.
Do you meet any 2 of these criteria?
Have you previously had a skin cancer removed?
Has any blood relative had Melanoma
Does or did your main employment take place outside?
Have you noticed something new, or something changing?
Have you spent time using a UV tanning bed?
Bookings essential, phone 08 8723 2737 (Beryl) or 08 8725 1019 (Ross) from 8am 9 March 2026.
A beginning can mean many things: a fresh new idea, reimagining a complex system, or opening a document and staring at it for several minutes. But how do we begin? And can we strengthen our ability to start new things, ideally without a coffee, a deadline, or mild panic?
Join three researchers and a comedian for a night of comedy and curiosity as they discuss different ways to approach beginnings.
Did you see the call out in the Rotary SP Newsletter for RCL Nominations?
The RCL Nomination period takes place from 2 March – 23 March, with Voting taking place from 30 March – 19 April and successful candidates taking office from 1 July 2026.
If you have been waiting for an opportunity to make a difference and collaborate with Rotarians across your broader community, this is your moment.
Club Presidents and District Governors have been asked to nominate interested members, so if you would like to throw your hat in the ring, reach out to Neil ASAP.
The 2026 summit brings together three districts to amplify the collective power and drive meaningful change. We'll be focusing on the incredible things we can achieve when we work together, sharing our successes, and planning our future impact.
What to expect:
Inspiring Speakers: Hear from visionary leaders.
Collaborative Workshops: Engage in hands-on sessions.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow members from across the districts.
Celebration of Service: We'll be showcasing amazing projects and celebrating the impact we've all made.
Experience Horsham: Discover the best of the Wimmera region with a Paddock to Plate-themed Gala Dinner and more.
We couldn’t do it without you.
