The Rotary Club of Kincumber celebrated its 40th birthday on Monday night, September 12, at Davistown RSL Club.
Rotary turned 100 in Australia and New Zealand in 2021, with big celebrations highlighting the organisation’s message of Service Above Self, so Kincumber Rotary is still quite a young club.
It was chartered on June 22, 1982, with 22 members, but the Charter Night was September 10, 1982.
Terrigal Club sponsored Kincumber to charter.
A spokesperson said the 70 people attending the 40th Anniversary event included charter members and Past Presidents Michael Hunter and Ron Tesoriero.
“It was clear that all still have a soft spot for their club and their fellow Rotarians,” the spokesperson said.
“(Many) recalled fond memories of the fun had while working side by side on projects, working bees and community events, in particular in 1986, when the Club organised the community celebration of the opening of the Mooney Mooney Bridge on December 14.
“Members and guests were welcomed by President Margaret Neal and celebrated with like-minded individuals their years of community service.
“This included taking on national and international building projects, tackling community issues, accelerating solutions to health problems such as polio, expanding horizons for young people, creating vocational excellence and helping local communities to enjoy fun and fellowship.
“Kincumber’s fundraising efforts over the years have assisted many organisations and causes in the local community through Christmas raffles, Christmas tree sales and involvement at markets.”
A highlight of the program was a stirring rendition by a quintet of Past Presidents Max Wilson, Ron Tesoriero, Michael Hunter, Ralph Brown and John Heuston.
Source:
Media release, Sep 14
Kincumber Rotary Club