An incoming Rotary Club President gets the chance to review the Club's progress, to propose new initiatives and meet changing community needs. John Hepburn from Kuring gai Rotary Club on Sydney's upper north shore outlines his vision, the challenges to be faced and some of the projects, old and new, supported by his club. From vaccinations for the Pacific Islands to a defibrillator at the local shopping centre. https://kuringgairotary.org.au

The lockdowns and isolation have brought more people to gardening than ever before as the joy of gardening helps many get through these challenging times. We meet John Collignon from the Rotary Club of Hills Kellyville in Sydney's north west, who discusses the success of their newly opened community garden. And we learn about the very popular Hills Community Garden Competition running since 1959. www.hillscommunitygarden.com

In Sydney's Northern suburbs, not for profit Hornsby Connect provides help for those doing it tough and experiencing financial hardship by distributing affordable groceries. They also assist people who are socially isolated and provide personal support to the long term unemployed. Stuart Armstrong, President of Hornsby Connect explains how it came about, how it is run and the difference the service makes. Another fine example of the Rotary motto ....service above self. www.hornsbyconnect.org.au

Hornsby Rotary recognises exceptional citizens through its Pride of Workmanship Awards. We meet Nigel Hook, a local automotive engineer with his own business Auto Haus, specialising in the servicing of German cars. We are joined by Geoff Sell, a long standing member of the Club and the recently appointed director of PR, Marketing and Membership, Sahar Zaidi.

https://soundcloud.com/.../life-giving-surgery-for... Children from the Pacific Islands with locally untreatable medical conditions are brought to Australia and New Zealand for life giving surgery courtesy of volunteer doctors, medical teams and the support of Rotary. Michele Ellery from Rotary Oceania Medical Aid for Children (ROMAC) tells us how it all works and the difference it makes. www.romac.org.au

Bottles, cans and cartons make up a large proportion of the litter found on our streets, beaches and green spaces. But it doesn't have to be like this! Danielle Smalley CEO of the Return and Earn scheme explains how these unwanted items can easily be turned into cash, a perfect way for schools, Rotary Clubs and sports clubs to service their communities and earn vital funds. www.returnandearn.org.au

With clear evidence of climate change all around us we meet Rotarian Jeremy Wright AM convenor of a webinar examining the impact of climate change on defence, energy and food. An important topic of critical importance to our future. www.climateandpeace.com.au

Do you ever wonder what to do with your old computer, laptop, iPAD, notebook, printer or other electronic equipment. Peter Holdenson an enterprising Rotarian from Melbourne repairs and repurposes these items and supplies them free of charge to communities in the Pacific and South East Asia making a huge difference to education and development of thousands of people who would otherwise be unable to afford what we take for granted. www.nucleuscomputerdonations.com.au 

What does it take to be President of a Rotary Club? We meet Tim Shea, retiring as President of Turramurra Rotary Club and learn why he joined, his challenges on assuming office, lessons learned and thoughts on the ongoing reason why the World Needs Rotary.

Rotarian James Cunningham from Melbourne provides remote communities with pop up cinema systems bringing isolated communities together to share a meal and experience a movie. Does wonders for the morale of those in regional areas afflicted by the hardships of drought, bush fire, floods and the pressure of surviving difficult times. A generous example of service above self.