Community
17 March, 2025
Rotarians mark 95 years
A CENTURY of service to the Cairns community is now only five years away for the Rotary Club of Cairns, with past and present members, community leaders and supporters coming together to celebrate the organisation’s 95th anniversary.
Hosted at Aumuller St’s Bungalow Hotel, attendees lifted high the theme of honouring the club’s legacy and ongoing commitment to service above self.
Founded in 1930, the Rotary Club of Cairns is part of Rotary International, a global organisation committed to humanitarian service, promoting peace, and advancing goodwill worldwide.
Since its establishment, the club has been at the forefront of numerous initiatives that have made a lasting impact on the Cairns community and beyond, with the year 1946 seeing the construction of Martyn St’s YAL building.
Holding a consistent and strong emphasis on youth, the club has recently sponsored more than 20 students as part of the Rotary Youth Exchange Program, now also supporting a bursary with the FNQ Youth Assistance Fund.
Ian and Carol Allen were recognised for their contribution of almost 50 years with The Paul Harris Fellow Recognition award.
Rotary Club of Cairns president Ellen Gardiner said organisers were "thrilled to celebrate this occasion", with over 60 guests attending.
“Our 95th anniversary is a testament to the unwavering dedication of our members and the support of our wonderful community in Cairns assisting with our fundraising,” she said.
