Welcome to Greater Dandenong and Endeavour Hills Rotary
Are you someone who wants to make positive changes in our community and the world?
Our club members are dedicated people who share a passion for community service and friendship.
Becoming a Rotarian connects you with a diverse group who share your drive to give back.
WE ARE PEOPLE OF ACTION
One of the Deadly 10
As part of NAIDOC Week 2026 the Rotary Charity Australian Rotary Health has been seeking support funding for 10 new Indigenous health scholars for 2026-2027.
Our club has agreed to sponsor one student.
🌍ASRC Rice packing Night – A Club Record
Our club achieved a major milestone at a recent Asylum Seeker Resource Centre Rice Packing Night, re-packing over ¾ of a tonne of donated rice into 2kg bags— the highest volume we have ever contributed.
Thank you to the members who rolled up their sleeves and embodied Rotary’s spirit of Service Above Self.
The teamwork, enthusiasm and efficiency on display were exceptional.
This effort will provide thousands of individual servings to local families in need and stands as a proud moment for our club’s ongoing support of the ASRC.
🎓 Operation Newstart Casey
Our club has been proud to help Operation NewStart which supports teenagers in re-engaging with education.
Club members were pleased to attend the Term 4, 2025 graduation for Operation Newstart Casey’s Intake 68, celebrating the achievements of a remarkable group of young people as they completed the program.
The event provided a special opportunity to recognise James “Jimmy” Seeary with a Paul Harris Fellow award in acknowledgment of his outstanding contribution to supporting teenagers through Operation Newstart.
Jimmy’s commitment to providing guidance, encouragement and belief, has had a profound impact on the students, their families and the broader community.
His dedication continues to strengthen the program and empower young people to build resilience, confidence and a positive future.
🚸RYDA Road Safety – Thank You Rotarians Alan and Hans
A big thank you to Alan and Hans who for supporting the Rotary Youth Driver Awareness Road Safety program.
They helped with the morning setup, were each allocated a student group, and spent the day guiding them through six engaging presentations — acting as timekeepers and supporting presenters as needed.
A day well spent, and the warm lunch provided was a bonus!
Thank you both for contributing to this important youth initiative.
🎉 Rotary Club Marks 90 Years of Service in Dandenong
The Rotary Club of Greater Dandenong and Endeavour Hills celebrated an extraordinary milestone— 90 years of Rotary in Dandenong.
The Rotary Club of Greater Dandenong and Endeavour Hills celebrated an extraordinary milestone— 90 years of Rotary in Dandenong.
The centenary-style celebration, held at the Dandenong Club, brought together Rotarians, councillors, families, and friends for an evening filled with history, fellowship, and pride in decades of community service.
Club President John Ternel described the occasion as “truly inspiring — a proud moment that captures the very essence of Rotary’s motto, Service Above Self.” His remarks echoed the enduring spirit of Rotary, honouring those who have served the community across generations.
Guests reflected on the club’s formation in 1935, when Rotary’s Founder and President Emeritus Paul Harris personally attended its very first meeting — a historic moment that continues to inspire Rotarians today.
President
President Elect
Executive Secretary
Treasurer
Rotary Foundation
Community Service
International Service
Youth Service
Public Relations
Club Protection Officer
Secretary
Satellite Co-Chair
Satellite Co-Chair
On to Conference
Club Young Leaders Contact
Club Foundation Chair
Club Service Projects Chair
🍽️ Cornerstone Meal Night – Where Friends and Food Unite!
It was a privilege to host a pizza night for those in need at Dandenong’s Cornerstone Centre.
We extend our sincere gratitude to our club members for their invaluable assistance this evening.
🛠️ASRC Garden Bed Project Complete
Club members Howard, Hans, and the EHMS team have completed the ASRC garden bed project. Photos of the team and the finished work are included — a fantastic example of hands-on Rotary teamwork in action!
ASRC Project Complete
Club members Howard, Hans, and the EHMS team have completed the ASRC garden bed project. Photos of the team and the finished work are included — a fantastic example of hands-on Rotary teamwork in action!
☕Business Breakfast Morning
A big congratulations to Babar Jamal and Ashton Ashokkumar for delivering an excellent Business Breakfast this morning — and a special thank you to our guest speaker, Jacqui Weatherill, CEO of the City of Greater Dandenong.
Babar opened the morning with an inspiring presentation on the Rotary solar power project for the Peter Weerasekera Orphanage in Gampaha, Sri Lanka — a vital initiative bringing stable, reliable electricity to children who rely on the orphanage for safety, education, and care.
Jacqui followed with a compelling address on the future of Dandenong, sharing the City of Greater Dandenong’s vision, strategic priorities, and upcoming developments shaping the region’s growth.
Thank you to everyone involved for your leadership, energy, and commitment. This event showcased the strength of community collaboration and the meaningful impact we can create together.
Dandenong North, VIC 3175
Australia