Welcome to the Rotary Club of Kenmore

Kenmore Rotary is part of the worldwide Rotary network of 1.4 million neighbours, friends, and community leaders who come together to create positive, lasting change in our communities and around the world.

Our club has a range of outstanding ongoing projects that transform the lives of individuals, families and whole communities in both Kenmore and internationally.  You too can be part of a global organisation that enables professional men and women of all vocations to improve the lives of others. Join Kenmore Rotary today.​

Welcome to the Rotary Club of Kenmore!
 
As the new President of Kenmore Rotary, I am honoured and excited to lead our club into a new year of service, fellowship, and community impact. Rotary is more than just a club; it's a global network of 1.4 million neighbours, friends, and problem-solvers who unite to make lasting change in our communities and around the world.
 
What We Do: At Kenmore Rotary, we are dedicated to the Rotary International mission of providing service to others, promoting integrity, and advancing world understanding, goodwill, and peace through our fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders. We have been committed to serving the local community of the western suburbs of Brisbane for over five decades.  Our club currently undertakes a variety of projects that address critical issues such as:
 
  • Youth Development: We have a strong focus and commitment to supporting our local youth becoming our next generation of leaders.  We support a range of youth-focused initiatives at both primary and secondary school levels including participation in various Rotary Youth development programs and camps, supporting the Kenmore State High School Interact Club and the Kenmore State High School leadership development program.
  • Family and Domestic Violence: We support a multi-year partnership with the Women’s Crisis Support Service to assist families dealing with the devastating effects of domestic violence.
  • International Service: We contribute to international efforts to fight disease, promote peace, and enhance educational opportunities.
The Rotary International theme for this year is "The Magic of Rotary." This theme highlights the power of Rotary in creating positive change. Rotary brings hope and joy, turning dreams into reality through the power of collective action and service to others.
 
What does the Magic of Rotary mean to me?  In a word, inspiration. Rotary inspires individuals to step forward and take action. By bringing together passionate and dedicated members of the community, we create a ripple effect of positive change.  If you have an interest in giving back to your community, I strongly encourage you to contact the Club to see how you can harness your energy for positive change.
 
I look forward to working with you all over the upcoming year.
 
Yours in Rotary service,
 
Dave Patmore
 
President, Rotary Club of Kenmore

Club News

Kenmore SHS Youth Leadership Program

The Rotary Club of Kenmore has partnered with the Kenmore State High School to deliver a youth leadership progran for students in Years 8 and 11. The Program is being offered to interested students starting inTerm 1, over a period of 8 to 10 weeks. Each session will occur in the 50-minute second break.

The Program aims for students to consider their personal leadership journey through the development of transferable skills and identifing a set of personal values that define their personal leadership style. After development of these skills and values, students will be able to apply their skills through a variety of activities that allow for self reflection and encourage a cycle of refinement.

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Meeting Information

We meet In Person
Tuesdays at 6:00 pm
One Table
41 Brookfield Road
Kenmore, QLD 4069
Australia
1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month
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Upcoming Speaker
Dr Amanda Salmon BPsySC (Class 1 Hons); UQ
Jun 03, 2025 6:00 PM
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Meeting Responsibilities
Meeting 20 May
Chair
Underhill, Ruthven
 
Duty Officer
Kilpatrick, Ian
 
Duty Officer
Tjiputra, Sud
 
Fellowship
Nave, Ian
 
Fellowship
Bridson, Roger
 
Reporter
Donovan, Helen
 
The Year to Come Plans
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Our Major Projects
Women's Crisis Support Centre, Ipswich

On 6 May 2022 the MoU between the Women’s Crisis Centre Ipswich, The Rotary Clubs of Karana-Bellbowrie and Kenmore and Challenge DV was signed.

Members may read their Annual Report for 2022/23 by <clicking> on "Read More: below

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Solar Buddies
A total of 350 Solar Buddy lights will be sent to countries in need such as Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands and Timor Leste
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Containers for Change
Since starting this project in November 2018 Kenmore Rotary and Partners saved in excess of 350,000 containers from landfill.Add text here
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