Events

It's that time of the year again

R.S.V.P.  a.s.a.p.

DEADLINE IS SUNDAY 14TH 5PM

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION 2025!

Time to celebrate with friends and family

Our colour theme is red, silver and black

We will also engage in some fun activity

during the evening!

The meal will be alternate drop -

main course - chicken or salmon

served with bread

and alternate drop desserts

We will meet on the outside deck at 6 pm; we can order whatever we wish to eat and drink and have a catch up after Christmas before we get serious!

Please register as usual.

Please Note:

From now on Graeme Bowden will be sending out invitations for our weekly meetings so please send any relevant details to him.   ALSO registrations for meetings need to be accepted or declined by 5 pm on Mondays!

Each Committee will meet to discuss past events, if neecessary and forthcoming events.

Also discussion about matters/issues relating to each individual committee and discussion to achieve the correct outcome for the Club and its members.

Kate O'Farrell, exchange student, will be speaking about her year in Japan!

Also Terka, our exchange student, will tell us about her first 6 months in Australia!

Cr Terry Landsberg (Division 2, Sunshine Coast Council) will discuss local issues.

Mark Williams is the District Governor (DG) for Rotary District 9620 for the 2025–2026 term, succeeding Sue Mulraney. As a former Rotary Youth Exchange student, engineer, and experienced Rotary leader, he brings extensive experience to the role in leading the district which covers parts of Queensland, Australia. 

Please plan to arrive early or stay after the meeting to enjoy fellowship and the opportunity to speak with DG Mark personally.
The Governor’s presentation will be the main program for the meeting, and we look forward to hearing about the District’s goals and initiatives for the year.

We look forward to seeing you there and making this an enjoyable and memorable visit.

The RAWCS Repurposing Equipment - Northern Region warehouse needs able bodied people to help with the packing of health and educational equipment into shipping containers ready for consignment to developing countries. Less able-bodied people can help with sorting items, as well as general housekeeping, in the warehouse.

The warehouse is located at:  61-73 Macarthur Street (at the end of road gate) Alexandra Hills QLD.
Our contact details are:

NR RARE Coordinator Phil Saxby 0466 556 042
Administrator of Volunteers Peter Collins 0491 137 706

We have taken the liberty of placing your Club on the roster to assist with the loading of containers and general housekeeping at Repurposing Equipment - Northern Region on Saturday 7 February 2026 commencing at 8.00am.

Isabella will tell us about her experience at the National Youth Science Forum.

123Read2Me is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to ensuring every child has access to reading books, regardless of their background or circumstances.  Since our founding, we’ve donated over 1,000,000 gently loved reading books to children across Australia.  These books are generously donated by the community through our donation bins in Melbourne and distributed with the help of our amazing logistics partners and volunteers.

Fundraising barbecue at Bunnings Caloundra

Will Waterford to give a presentation on the recent members survey.

Details to come - reserve this date for lots of tricky trivia questions and raffles galore!

Every one of us has the power to make a real difference and help create a cleaner Australia. From joining a local Clean Up, or hosting your own, to simply making a donation, every bit counts.

By joining together against waste and taking action, no matter how small, we can protect and preserve our beautiful country for generations to come.

Each Committee will meet to discuss past events, if neecessary and forthcoming events.

Also discussion about matters/issues relating to each individual committee and discussion to achieve the correct outcome for the Club and its members.

Karen Faa, Celebrant, Trainer, JP is our presenter March 19

“Four Weddings and a Funeral”

Have you ever wondered what it is really like to be a celebrant?

How celebrancy has evolved since inception in the 70’s?

The funny, the weird and the beautiful celebrations?

Come along and hear from Karen Faa, celebrant for over 30 years, 

With insights and stories to share….

HospitalPJs.com was founded by Amanda after her daughter, Sophie, suffered a stroke at just four years old and became a frequent patient at the Mater Children’s Hospital. Inspired by the challenges of hospital life, especially the difficulty of dressing a child connected to medical equipment, Amanda began designing bright, hospital-friendly pyjamas that were both practical and uplifting.

What started as a way to bring comfort to Sophie soon grew into a mission to support other children and families during hospital stays. The pyjamas are now donated free of charge, thanks to generous sponsors.

Today, Sophie is 20 and at university, working alongside Amanda to raise $100,000 in honour of Queensland Children’s Hospital’s 10th birthday—continuing their commitment to bringing dignity, colour, and comfort to children in care.

 

Our visit to the QIMR Berghofer Institute.

This trip has been arranged by Barbara Bailey and The Vocational Service Committee.

Our Bus will leave the Caloundra Bus Transit Centre at 8.30am sharp on 16th April and return at around 3.30pm.

Numbers are limited to 20 people who must be able to stand for about 20 minutes during the tour and must wear 'covered in' footwear.

The tour will take around 30 minutes.

Morning tea will be provided and a lunch stop has been arranged at the Victoria Park Bistro where you can buy your own lunch if required.

Please book early and the cost must be paid up-front to confirm your booking as seats are limited to 20.

Please credit funds to Rotary Club of Caloundra Pacific Club Account, BSB 084-484 Account number 397817798    

This week's meeting will be with Mooloolaba club at the Mooloolaba Bowls Club.

Club meeting at the Powerboat Club;  we can order individual choice of meals for $25 pp (must be 20 meals ordered....)

Let's give it a trial lrun and see if it suits what we need.

Visit to Gregson and Weight in Caloundra is confirmed.

Meet at 5.45 pm for info session from 6 till 7 pm, followed by dinner at Caloundra RSL - booked for 7.15 pm.

The Hon Dan Purdie MP, Minister for Police and Emergency Services, and Member for Ninderry, is our guest speaker tonight - on Road Safety and our RYDA programme.   He will be arriving approx 7.15 pm.

Food will be provided by Subway - cost approx $25.00 TBC.

Note - They do provide "Gluten Free" but the food is prepared on the same surfaces in their kitchen.

One Night vs Every Night – Service Above Self

Guest Speaker Hayley Mill 

Vocational Excellence Awards night - when we recognise several members of our communiity who give excellent service to their customers or members.

Hello, I'm Kendall Hatcher, your State Member for Caloundra.

As a former teacher, business-owner, community volunteer and proud mother of four, I am dedicated to protecting and enhancing what makes Caloundra so special for all of us.

 This community has given me life-changing opportunities, and I am dedicated and committed to a life of service, giving back to Caloundra.

Over the last 17 years I have watched our community grow and change, but at the moment, we are facing crises in youth crime, housing, health and infrastructure.

As our population grows, pressure on housing is increasing; there is more stress on our health system; and the cost-of-living continues to rise.                     

At the same time, our roads are becoming more congested, and locals are more concerned for their family’s safety than ever before.

Each Committee will meet to discuss past events, if neecessary and forthcoming events.

Also discussion about matters/issues relating to each individual committee and discussion to achieve the correct outcome for the Club and its members.

The regular club committees meeting will conclude early and will be followed by a special general meeting (see separate meeting notice).