The Rotary Club of Berwick is a group of men and women who take action locally and globally. Each week club members work together completing projects that have a lasting impact.
Locally we support and work alongside community programs and a not for profit organisations in supporting those less fortunate. Our club is engaged in Rotary leadership and educational programs for young people.
Together as Rotarians …
  • We see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. Driven by a desire to create opportunities, strengthen communities, and find solutions to the tough challenges that affect people
  • We bring together leaders who use their combined expertise to tackle some of the toughest challenges facing our communities.  We find a place for your expertise and passion. Whether you want to lead a project or participate in one, the Rotary Club of Berwick welcomes your involvement.
  • Many members are involved in hands-on projects in our community or in international projects in creating opportunities through sustainable educational development, clean water or disease prevention in helping to break the cycle of poverty.
The Rotary Club of Berwick is part of a global network of 1.2 million men and women - neighbours, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who join together to make a difference in our communities. 
 
If you would like to give back to your community, get to know a new group of people and are interested in joining us, please contact us at Membership@Rotaryberwick.org
Our Club and why we serve the Community
 
 
Rotary’s motto, SERVICE ABOVE SELF, is as valid for today as it was in 1911 when it was adopted.  This Motto embodies the humanitarian spirit of the organisation and its members and supporters.
 
Rotary’s Avenues of Service guides its activities:  
 
•  Through Club Service, Rotarians have fun, build lasting friendships, and make sure that their club runs well.
•  Through Vocational Service, Rotarians volunteer their vocational skills to serve others and promote integrity in everything they do.
•  Through Community Service, Rotarians address local needs and work with their community to bring lasting improvements.
•  Through International Service, Rotarians meet humanitarian needs around the globe and promote world understanding and peace.
•  Through New Generations Service, Rotarians work with young people to help them become the next generation of leaders, visionaries, and peacemakers.
 
The Rotary Club of Berwick members take service seriously and make a significant impact in their community through a variety of initiatives. From supporting local community services like CNISS and Windemere to involvement in educational programs such as Model United Nations Assembly https://www.muna9815.org.au/, and Rotary Youth Leadership Awards: https://rotary9815.org.au/sitepage/rotary-district-9815-youth-programs/rotary-youth-leadership-awards they demonstrate an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of those around them. Their dedication extends beyond immediate aid, as they also focus on sustainable development, ensuring their efforts create long-lasting benefits. Collaborating with local businesses, schools, and other organizations, the club fosters a strong sense of community and inspires others to participate in volunteerism. Through their tireless work, the Rotary Club of Berwick exemplifies the core values of Rotary International, embodying the motto "Service Above Self."

This is a story about a few-year-old initiative by the Rotary Club of Berwick and a heartfelt acknowledgment of Wendy's dedication to sharing it through our bulletin. Witnessing the powerful outcomes that emerge when Rotarians rally behind the Club Winter Coat Drive is always inspiring. This year, Wendy enthusiastically took on the task, and her efforts have made a difference.

The Rotary Club of Berwick has always been committed to community service, and the annual Winter Coat Drive is one of our emerging projects. Each year, we gather coats, jackets, and other warm clothing to distribute to those in need as the colder months approach. This project embodies the spirit of Rotary, bringing warmth and comfort to our community.

Wendy's role in this year's drive has been exceptional. Her willingness to spearhead the campaign has not only highlighted its importance but also inspired more members to get involved. She captured the essence of our mission and showcased the impact we can make together.

Stories like these remind us of the incredible potential within our club. When dedicated individuals like Wendy step up, they not only fulfil a need but also ignite a sense of purpose and unity among us all. Thank you, Wendy, for your outstanding contribution and showing us the true power of collective action. Thank you to all Rotarians, friends, and families who found surplus coats that were donated this year.

The staff at Casey North Support Services thanked Wendy for our Club's donation of 25 quality coats and thanked our club for its support this year.


 
 
We are pleased to announce our ongoing partnership with the Rotary Club of Berwick 🙌🙌🙌.
The Rotary Club Of Berwick successfully applied for a community grant with us to fund a new BBQ trailer that will be made available to local community groups to support fundraising initiatives.
Rotary clubs bring together people across generations who wish to create lasting change in their communities, and in themselves.
We see our support of the Rotary Club Of Berwick as a win/win for us, our partner and the community.
We are looking forward to seeing pictures of the completed trailer! …………Community Bank Beaconsfield District
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The art screen hire is one of the fundraising projects of the Rotary Club of Berwick. Our screens are lightweight, easy to configure in creative formats and hold plenty of artwork of all types. Please find out more here: https://rotaryberwick.org/page/art-screen-hire or Contact Trevor Watson, Art Screen Hire Coordinator on Mob: 0417 479 804
 
 
Terry Pollock completed his first Driver Tow to Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron this morning. Well done, and thanks, Terry.
 
Wendy Moseley is quite the innovator! She has modified a glove to carry Art Screens with an injured finger. On the way back to the shed today, Wendy also asked, "Why doesn't our Rotary Club have an advert panel on one of its screens when they're out for hire? Great idea! 💡 New ideas are always welcome. Thanks, Wendy
 
Trailer maintenance on both the White and blue Trailers will be undertaken in the short term. Laury and I will also remove all of the Art Screens from both trailers to repair and refurbish some damaged screens. We'll ask for helpers to assist with this task in due course. 
 

 

 
After a lengthy introduction to the workings of the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation (CCEF), David Button has been appointed a Trustee for the next three years. 
 
A good summary of this journey, including why it evolved in the first place and what it means to our Club, can be viewed here: https://rotaryberwick.org/Stories/the-big-thank-you
 
Partnering with local organisations with values similar to Rotary, in this case Vocational Service, makes sense when understanding a broader, often hidden side to our community. For example, enrolments into Chisholm are at an all-time high, but there are also applications for assistance from the CCEF to help these students afford the education and retraining. There are many stories of students struggling to live, let alone pay for education, that could get them out of the struggling cycle. So far this year, CCEF has approved $233,000 worth of assistance scholarships, at an average spend of $960 per scholarship.
 
For me, Rotary needs to be able to see in real-time the facts and figures of what is happening in our community at a measurable level to communicate this information further and understand our broader community. I see our involvement with the CCEF as an opportunity to directly support our young tradies through rough times and actively participate in their journeys. We appear to be at the beginning of a very turbulent economic downturn, and we cannot afford to lose skilled workers because they cannot afford to keep learning.
 
More about the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation: Click HERE
 
 
 

The Rotary Club of Berwick has had its annual cemetery clean-up, a yearly event for almost 60 years. It is a great project that connects us to the community and its rich history. It is an opportunity for friends and family to join us.

 

After months of meticulous planning and coordination, the Rotary Club of Berwick proudly installed its second Peace Pole at Beaconhills College in Pakenham. This significant event, emblematic of the club's dedication to fostering global harmony, saw PE Andrew Somers stepping into a pivotal role due to President Dave's unfortunate illness from COVID-19.

The Peace Pole project, an internationally recognized symbol, is designed to highlight the need for World Peace and Understanding. Each Peace Pole bears the message "May Peace Prevail on Earth" in various languages, reflecting the diverse voices and cultures united in the common cause of peace. The installation ceremony at Beaconhills Pakenham part of a larger, global initiative that includes over 250,000 Peace Poles in nearly every country around the world.

This second Peace Pole installation was initiated by Beaconhills College and is a testament to the Rotary Club of Berwick's ongoing commitment to peace-building activities and educational outreach. Both the club and the school aims to inspire the younger generation to think critically about their role in promoting peace and understanding in their communities and beyond.

Reverend Peggy Kruse summed it up in this message of thanks to the club:

Dear Andrew,
 
It was so wonderful to have you, Andrew, here today to speak. Your message was just perfect and just what the students needed to hear.
Thank you, Rotary Club, for donating the Peace Pole to us and for what you are doing to bring attention to the most important message of peace across our world! My prayer is that people realise how significant it is to keep peace for our future generations.
Warm regards and blessings,
Peggy
 
Kind regards,
Revd Peggy E Kruse
Senior Chaplain, Pakenham Campus
Beaconhills College