Tee up for Mental Health Golf Day took place on 25th September
It was a great day. To all those who were involved, we hope you all had fun!
To all the Sponsors, a huge thanks!
To all the Volunteers, well done!
Some pictures below to remember the day by:
Model United Nations Assembly
On Saturday, August 1, thirty-two Year 10 and 11 students, representing six UN member nations gathered at St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School (Warragul Campus) to participate in a Rotary Youth Program assembly.
During the half-day Model United Nations Assembly (MUNA), six-student delegations representing Australia, Indonesia, Japan, Türkiye, the United Kingdom, and the United States debated three key resolutions. Discussions focused on major humanitarian and global concerns, including international migration, the placement of weapons in outer space, and the restitution of cultural property.
The MUNA event offered students a unique platform to develop their debating and diplomacy skills. Delegates thoroughly researched their assigned nation’s stances, delivering clear speeches and strategic rebuttals aligned with their country’s official policies. Strong teamwork was on display throughout the day. The assembly was overseen by Secretary-General Dr. Hakim Gassiep (Rotary Club of Casey) and Assembly President Di Harrison (e-Club Latitude 38).
Several awards were presented at the conclusion of the event:
- Encouragement Award: Türkiye (Emerald Secondary College, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Emerald & District)
- Best Dressed Delegation: Japan (St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School – Warragul Campus, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Warragul)
- Runner-Up Best Delegation: USA (St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School – Traralgon Campus, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Traralgon)
- Best Delegation: United Kingdom (Newhaven College, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Phillip Island San Remo) — with team members receiving individual medallions for their performance
- Peace Prize: Indonesia (Maffra Secondary College, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Maffra), recognizing the delegation that made the most significant contribution to promoting world peace and also received individual medallions.
This event marked the first of two regional MUNA gatherings in District 9815. The second MUNA assembly (RCG 2 & 3) will take place at Lyndale Secondary College in Dandenong on Saturday, August 15, commencing with the opening flag ceremony at 9:00 AM sharp.
Sincere thanks go to all the Rotary volunteers who planned, organized, and executed the RCG 6 & 7 event under the guidance of MUNA Consultant Di Harrison.
Great photos below:
Park Lane Community Garden Water Supply System
The Rotary Club of Traralgon has been delighted to support the development of the Park Lane Community Garden through the funding for the water tank, pump and filtration system as part of the rainwater harvesting system to supply the garden’s water requirements.
You can find out more on our projects page!
Rotary Club of Traralgon Pride Of Workmanship Awards 2026
The Rotary Club of Traralgon takes great pleasure in hosting the annual Pride of Workmanship Awards, which recognises ‘Vocation’ one of Rotary International’s founding cornerstones. This year the awards were held on Tuesday 5th May at the Traralgon Golf Club.
The Hon. Darren Chester, Federal Member for Gippsland was the guest speaker. Darren’s message was one of making the world a better place by contributing positively and celebrating those contributions. Darren congratulated all the awardees for their contributions.
The Rotary Club of Traralgon was pleased to present eight awards this year to :
- Allison Kerrigan – Senior Administration Officer, Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre
- Rosalie Davey – Volunteer, Gippsland Rotary Centenary House
- Kelly Logan – Retail Manager, Sportsgirl
- David Valentini – Retail Manager, The Reject Shop
- Ann Hamden – Mental Health First Aid Program
- Susanne Lampitt – Mental Health First Aid Program
- Thomas Anderson – Marketing/ Communications Officer, Latrobe Community Health Service
- Anja Norwood – Administration Officer, Australian Community Services Organisation
Pictured above: the eight recipients of Pride of Workmanship Awards with The Hon. Darren Chester, Federal Member for Gippsland (left front), Cr Dale Harriman, Deputy Mayor Latrobe City (right front) and Rotarian / PoW event chair Carol Crewe (back right)
The Rotary Pride of Workmanship Award is a vocational service program recognizing employees for outstanding dedication, ethics, and “pride” in their work. The Awards motto is “Do it once, Do it well” and showcases the excellence of individuals and teams in the workplace.
