Fiona Martin (Reid, Liberal Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

At the heart of the community, you don't find government or bureaucracy; you find people—active citizens who want to play a role in improving our society. Nowhere is this more evident than in Rotary. Rotary's mission is to provide services to others, promote integrity and advance world understanding, goodwill and peace in our community. I am truly proud of our Rotary clubs in Reid and the work they are doing in the community, whether it's removing graffiti, organising community barbecues, fundraising for preschools in Papua New Guinea, youth engagement and leadership awards, and mental health and health projects across our nation.

Recently, I attended a number of Rotary annual changeover dinners, and I was constantly impressed by some of the projects and activities that are underway. I was very proud of Dr Usha Garg and the entire Strathfield team who presented a number of youth awards to the local students at the Strathfield town hall. The Rotary Club of Five Dock also hosted their 48th changeover dinner for the incoming board. President Steven Taranto and the entire team should be immensely proud of Five Dock's Rotary club and its success over the past half-century.

The year 2021 is a very special year for Rotary in Australia and New Zealand. It marks 100 years since the first Rotary clubs were established in Melbourne, Auckland, Wellington and Sydney. As we celebrate this significant milestone, let us thank Rotarians and Rotary clubs across this country.