Renowned landscape photographer and philanthropist Ken Duncan and his wife Pam were presented with Rotary’s highest honour – the Paul Harris Fellowship – at Rotary Brisbane Water’s Changeover dinner on July 6.
The Duncans were honoured for the work they do in providing employment and support to Indigenous people in Central Australia through their Walk a While charity.
Duncan said he and his wife believed it was important to help people in need rather than rely on governments to do the work.
The Duncans weren’t the only ones to receive the prestigious fellowships.
Cherie Simpson, who had been president of Rotary Brisbane Water for the past two years, was also honoured for her leadership, especially during the initial difficult COVID-19 times, and long-time Rotarian Colin Pratt received his award for his pioneering work in the early days of computing, as well as his long association with Rotary.
He was made a life member of the club.
Joint presidents Mitchell Gordon and Sue O’Neill said they were looking forward to a productive year of worthwhile community projects and carrying on the club’s tradition of being a friendly, laid-back Rotary club.
They lead an active Board of 12 members.
Meanwhile, if you love music of the 1950s and 60s, the club has two events coming up that will have you rocking.
There will be a Rock’n’Roll Trivia Night on September 21 at Ettalong Diggers and on October 21 there will be a Swinging Sixties night at Umina Surf Club.
The Trivia Night will raise money for WIRES, the organisation committed to the welfare of animals in distress.
It will feature questions relating to rock’n’roll songs and performers, from Buddy Holly and Elvis through to the Beatles.
There will be great prizes and some free refreshments – all for $20.
For tickets, call 0424 602 290.
The Swinging Sixties night will feature well-known local DJ George Galea who will be getting everyone moving with his top collection of 60s and a smattering of 50s music.
This will be a dress-up evening, so get your colourful 60s gear on.
There will be prizes for best dressed.
This event will raise money for local Rotary projects.
Tickets are available through Humantix or call 0404 147 743.
For more information on the club check out Rotary Brisbane Water on Facebook.
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Brisbane Water Rotary Club