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A Lifeline for Mothers in Papua New Guinea
Posted by Amelia Anderson
International Service
A Lifeline for Mothers in Papua New Guinea
Village Liaison Officers (VLOs) Vaipa Maire & Miti Sonae receive the birthing kits at Poroi 2

Thanks to the generosity of Glenferrie Rotarian Geoff Widmer and his daughter Susie, matched by the Rotary Club of Glenferrie, another shipment of life-saving birthing kits has reached some of the most remote communities in Papua New Guinea. Delivered by river, air and foot to isolated clinics in the Gulf Province, these simple kits are helping provide safer births for vulnerable mothers.

Click on ‘Read more…’ to learn more about the partnership, the challenging journey, and the impact these kits are making on the ground.

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WHO declares Australia has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem
Posted by PDG Murray Verso, Rotary Club of Williamstown
Community Service Rotary Zone 8
WHO declares Australia has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem
A Rotary funded End Trachoma water trailer

On 29 April 2026, the World Health Organization (WHO) validated Australia for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem, marking a significant milestone in the health of indigenous peoples. Trachoma, the world’s leading infectious cause of blindness, no longer represents a public health problem in this country. Rotarians around Australia have played a significant role in reaching this goal.    

Supporting Health and Hope in Vo Thanh, Vietnam
International Service
Supporting Health and Hope in Vo Thanh, Vietnam

The Rotary Club of Glenferrie has recently donated $3,600 to the Rotary North Balwyn led joint project to provide medical equipment to the village of Vo Thanh in Vietnam. The club joined the project in April 2020 at the instigation of then International Service Director Robert Hogan. The project, which supports the poorer communities in the Hạ Hòa District of Phú Thọ Province of Vietnam, of which Vo Thanh is one, won the District 9800 International Service Award in 2020.

This latest contribution followed the visit to Vo Thanh in 2025 by Glenferrie Rotarian Christine McCann as part of the project team visiting local schools and health care centres. Following discussions with local representatives, several priority items were identified as needed to enhance healthcare delivery, including stethoscopes, a blood glucose tester, and a new computer and printer for the medical station; equipment essential for improving patient care and record-keeping.

Through this multi-club project,  Rotary in Boroondara, in partnership with the Overseas Kids Foundation,  has built a strong and enduring relationship with the people of Phú Thọ Provice. Truly uniting for good and testimony to the difference we can make to the lives of others when we get engaged.

Uniting for Good - Rotary Delivers Clean Water in Buedu
Aladura Primary School Project International Service
Uniting for Good - Rotary Delivers Clean Water in Buedu
The children of Buedu celebrate the commissioning of their new water storage and reticulation system at the Aladura Primary School

A vibrant community celebration has marked the commissioning of the new water storage and reticulation system at Aladura Primary School in Buedu, Sierra Leone. The project, led and implemented by the Rotary Club of Glenferrie and the Rotary Club of Bo, Sierra Leone, reflects a strong international partnership. 

Funded with proceeds from the Boroondara Farmers Market, and supported by generous grants from Balwyn Rotary, and the Australian Government through Australia Aid, the initiative will significantly improve water access, hygiene, and learning conditions for students. The event highlighted both community pride and ongoing commitments to education and sustainability, and will deliver benefits to the Buedu community for many years to come.

As a result of the investment by Rotary in the school, Sierra Leone the Deputy Director of Education has committed to the assignment of government-paid teachers to the school.

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The Four-Way Test: Our commitment to integrity, fairness, and respect
Peace & Conflict Resolution
Rotarians embrace the Four-Way Test because it reflects the organisation’s deeper purpose: fostering trust, promoting ethical leadership, and building stronger communities

As Rotarians we, each of us, commit to living according to the Four-way test. But sometimes we forget, and sometimes the result is that little things blow up to create much more serious fissures in our relationships.The Four-Way Test reminds us that even small actions can have a big impact on others. In a busy world, respecting others and taking a moment to follow through on our responsibilities, honour our commitments and respect the needs of others can make all the difference to how smoothly our communities, including our club, operates. This article reflects on how consideration and cooperation - simply being considerate of others - bring the test to life.

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WELCOME TO OUR CLUB!
 
Club meetings
Glenferrie Rotary is a friendly club that meets on the second, fourth and fifth Tuesday evening of the month, at:
 
Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club
489 Glenferrie Road, Kooyong. 
6:30pm for 7:00pm
 
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Our Vision
“Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.”
 
Our Motto
Service Above Self
 
 
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ROTARIANS LIVE BY THE FOUR WAY TEST
Is it the Truth?
 
Is it Fair to all concerned?
 
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Will it be Beneficial to all concerned?
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