Welcome to the Rotary Club of Kardinia. We are a diverse group of action oriented men and women who support local, national and international communities. We are always searching for more action focused people to join us.
 
Our club includes many really capable and influential people and we meet for breakfast once a week where we discuss community issues, build friendships and plan our action.
 
We warmly welcome guests at any one of our weekly breakfast meetings to learn more about our community involvement, Rotary and our club.
 
When Wednesdays 7.15am for 7.30am until  8.30am
Where Royal Geelong Yacht Club, 25 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong.
Cost No cost to attend the meeting while coffee and/or breakfast are available for purchase.
 
Members and guests are welcome to stay on later for breakfast or a second coffee! There is no charge for the meeting; coffee and breakfast  available for purchase. Parking is available on Eastern Beach Rd, (free up to 9am), or Ritchie Boulevard (free after 9am)
 
If you'd like to join us for a meeting please contact Henry on henrybrockman@bigpond.com who will ensure we welcome you on the day.
Read more...
 
Six 10,000 litre water tanks have recently been installed at the Bushikori Christian Centre (BCC) in Uganda. For an $8,095 investment by Kardinia Rotary and partners,  education, water, sanitation and hygiene have been imnproved. 
 
With 150 girls and 70 boys living on site, plus 130 daily students, 70 daily health patients and over 100 mums attending weekly maternal, child health appointments, the BCC is a critical community hub.
 
Until now, water has been limited, carted and purchased. With the support of Rotary, the BCC will now achieve water security. Education, water, sanitation and hygiene are priorities for Rotary locally and internationally. 
 
As long term supporters of Bushikori in Mbale, Uganda, Kardinia Rotary are very pleased to have been able to achieve this in partnership with the Bushikori Australian Committee, where our joint funds enabled us to access a matching grant through Rotary District 9780.
 
 
 
Click and enjoy! A truly unique way to learn more about Rotary.
 
 
 
 
 
Rotary has been adding value to the Geelong region since 1925. Members of Rotary are people of action who create and participate in projects and events that strengthen our community. Rotarians take a hands-on approach to supporting vulnerable people while also taking on community strengthening projects for youth, education, employment and our environment. Rotary gives through actions and Rotary clubs give funds toward local, national and international projects. Collectively, local clubs contribute well over $100,000 every year in the community through our work.
 
Why Geelong Community Foundation? 
 
To celebrate 100 years of participation in the Geelong region, Rotary clubs and our members have invested in the GCF so that a portion of our fundraising remains as a long-term investment, generating ongoing value for community benefit. Our 100 years investment through GCF will ensure Rotary will have a lasting impact. We thank Rotary clubs, members and the many people who support our fundraising projects for their generous contributions toward the Geelong region. We will continue to recognise those who have contributed or who contribute to the sub-fund in the future.
 
Rotary club contributions
-       $10,000 Rotary Club of Belmont, 2025 
-       $10,000 Rotary Club of Greater Geelong, 2025
-       $10,000 Rotary Club of Kardinia, 2025
Rotary member contributions
        -        $5,000 Graham Hobbs, Kardinia Rotary, 2025
        -        $5,000 Keith Fagg, Kardinia Rotary, 2025
        -        $1,000 Allan and Maree Murphy, Kardinia Rotary, 2026
 
Tax deductible investments of any amount can be made within the Sub-fund. Contact Kardinia Rotary past President, Allan Murphy (allanmurphy@aapt.net.au) if you would like information on how to support the Rotary Geelong region centenary GFC Sub-fund.
 
We are proud to have donated 100% of the funds raised through our Virtual Sausage Sizzle, in aid of those affected by the January Victorian bushfires,  to Blaze Aid. Our sincere thanks to all those that contributed.
 

From Tues 22nd April to 1st May 2025, 6 club members, (included partners) recently made a visit to the Indonesian island of Ambon, along with 13members from RC Wendouree breakfast.  The purpose of the visit was to look at how money donated to various organisations was being spent, identify future needs and how best we could help, visit children personally sponsored by club members, and for some hands on work such as concreting and painting.  The trip was a great experience, and an insight into how privileged we are, and how resourceful and positive the local Ambonese are.

Select [Read more] below, to continue.

Read more...
 
 
The true volunteering spirit of Geelong was highlighted once more in the very successful, 2025 Volunteer of the Year Awards. The awards recognise and celebrate the impact volunteers, volunteer leaders and volunteer programs have in building resilient communities, services and connections across our region. Congratulations to the 15 finalists and the 5 winners who were presented with Certificates and Awards at the at the City of Greater Geelong Wurriki Nyal Civic Precinct on Wednesday evening, 30 July.
 
The five category winners were:
  • Leadership Award - Stephen Bentley, L2P Program
  • Service Award – Maree Brusaschi, Geelong Calesthenics College
  • Inclusive Award – The Pulse 94.7FM
  • Youth Award – Maggie O’Neill, The Outpost Inc
  • The Volunteer of the Year Award – Heather Miller, Barwon Health
Our thanks to Colin Dempsey of Volunteering Geelong and sponsors including Geelong Connected Communities, Standby Security, Beyond Bank, Keiser Geelong and the Rotary Club of Kardinia.
 
Mayor Kontelj and Patron Keith Fagg led a number of excellent speakers on the achievements and success of volunteers in the Geelong region.  It was a heartwarming event where many of those who serve the community with energy, enthusiasm and without expectation of reward had their generosity recognised and celebrated by their peers.
 
Select Read More for detail on each of the winners….
Read more...
 
  
Another great year of our Gourmet Goodies is over. The gift hampers have been lovingly packed by club members and friends and hand delivered to our wonderful customers. Onwards and upwards for next year, supporting local producers and delivering community projects!
 
Thanks to those wonderful customers in 2025, we were able to pack and deliver 783 boxes containing a staggering 14,570 items. Whilst supporting our local Geelong suppliers in tough times, we are proud to be able to use the funds raised to support our local and international Kardinia Rotary projects. Thanks indeed to our customers and suppliers not to mention the many hardworking club members. Keep an eye on our Gourmet Goodies page for updates for 2026.
 
Kardinia Rotary Club has been pleased to assist the Northern Bay College and community by supporting activities in their Family Centre, in their Primary School and and Secondary School over many years.  Our support ranges building and maintaining vegetable gardens; funding clothing, books and toys for families in need; funding a Story Dog for Grade 2 students to read to; funding awards to students; and promoting peace through providing peace poles and running an International Day of Peace function.
Read more...
 
Kardinia Rotary Club is an active participant in a group of Geelong and region Rotary Clubs formed to look at projects for Say No to Domestic and Family Violence.  Through this group we are also connected with the broader Community of Practice Say No To Family Violence monthly meetings. 
 
Read more...
 
In 1979, a Rotarian from Nambour in Queensland had an audacious idea – to eradicate the Polio from the world. This goal was taken up by Rotarians everywhere and is close to fruition – only 2 countries, Pakistan and Afghanistan, now have the wild polio virus, with no cases recorded so far this year.  The Rotary Club of Kardinia supports Rotary’s largest program, End Polio Now, through enjoyable local fundraising activities and donations.  Come and join us to help eradicate this terrible disease from our planet.
Read more...
 
At Kardinia Rotary Club, in addition to supporting our own Rotary projects we fundraise to support many other worthy projects and activities in our local community, the broader Australian community, Rotary outreach programs and International projects. 
We do this where providing hands-on volunteers is not possible but financial support to other organisations and projects can make a significant difference to the viability of vital community services.  As Rotarians we volunteer our time to events including Kids Plus Foundation Kite Day; Surf Coast Trek; Hope Bereavement Walk of Hope; event marshalling at various bike races (including the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race) and trail runs in the Geelong region; and we cook sausages at Bunnings Barbeques a couple of times a year, of course!
Read more...
Come to a Meeting?
Guests are always warmly welcomed at our meetings.  If you would like to attend, please contact Henry by close of business the Monday before the meeting.
Follow us on Facebook
Upcoming Speakers at our regular meetings
Mehdi from NBC
May 27, 2026 7:30 AM
Topic - National Youth Science Forum
Ray Williams
Jun 03, 2026 7:30 AM
Topic - My Story
Emily & Poppy
Jun 10, 2026 7:30 AM
Topic - RYLA
View entire list...
Club Executives & Directors
President
Rosanne Kava
President Elect
Nick Oakley
Vice President
Mark Stone
Secretary
Ben Systermans
Membership
Keith Fagg
Treasurer
Henry Brockman
Immediate Past President
Allan Murphy
Youth Service & Community Services
Rick Hattam
Public Image & Community Engagement
Allan Murphy
Rotary Foundation and International
Althea Abraham
Event Management and Fundraising
Stephen Lamont
Environment & Sustainability
Steven Haines
Club Service
Brian Bennett
SayNo2Family & Domestic Violence
Brian Bennett
Club Young Leaders Contact
Rick Hattam
Club Foundation Chair
Althea Abraham
Club Public Image Chair
Allan Murphy
People of Action and Fun - Photo Albums
2026 05 15 Bunnings BBQ
2026 05 15 Bunnings BBQ
4 image(s)
Ben Systermans
May 14, 2026
2026 05 09 Surf Coast Trek
2026 05 09 Surf Coast Trek
40 image(s)
Ben Systermans
May 10, 2026
2026 04 25 Anzac Day
2026 04 25 Anzac Day
24 image(s)
Ben Systermans
Apr 25, 2026
Kardinia at work
Kardinia at work
25 image(s)
Ben Systermans
Jul 18, 2018
2026 04 09 Bunnings BBQ
2026 04 09 Bunnings BBQ
2 image(s)
Ben Systermans
Apr 08, 2026
2026 03 29 Multi district summit photos
2026 03 29 Multi district summit photos
16 image(s)
Nick Oakley
Mar 31, 2026
2026 03 25 Surf Coast Trek Bag Packing
2026 03 25 Surf Coast Trek Bag Packing
6 image(s)
Ben Systermans
Mar 25, 2026
2025 12 09 Gourmet Goodies Packing 2
2025 12 09 Gourmet Goodies Packing 2
20 image(s)
Ben Systermans
Dec 09, 2025
2025 12 18 Christmas Dinner
2025 12 18 Christmas Dinner
120 image(s)
Ben Systermans
Dec 19, 2025
2025 07 30 Volunteer of the Year Awards
2025 07 30 Volunteer of the Year Awards
84 image(s)
Ben Systermans
Jul 30, 2025
2025 04 05 Surf Coast Trek
2025 04 05 Surf Coast Trek
40 image(s)
Steven Haines
Apr 04, 2025
Previous
Next
Youth Programs
 
 
Kardinia Rotary supports a range of Rotary youth initiatives to help our youth to thrive including:
 
 
Rotary News
Through Rotary, a police officer expands her worldview

Through Rotary, police officer Joanne Serkeyn expanded her view of how to make a difference. In July, Serkeyn will become the governor of District 7090

A monumental club project in South Dakota

Members of the Rotary Club of Custer, South Dakota, played a role in the construction of the Crazy Horse Monument and continue to support its federation

Rotary to scale proven water and sanitation initiative in Haiti

Program aims to improve living conditions and reduce waterborne disease by 25% in three local government areas in Haiti by 2030

Rotary Kardinia Face Book Page