Rotary Club of Tamar Sunrise in Launceston, Tasmania | Community organisation

Rotary Club of Tamar Sunrise

Locality: Launceston, Tasmania

Phone: +61 407 096 597

Address: 47 Tamar Street 7250 Launceston, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.tamarsunrise.com.au

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25.01.2022 The Club is delighted to support the fundraising efforts tomorrow. Pop in and support a worthy cause and say hi to Club Members who will be assisting on the BBQ. Rotary Tasmania

25.01.2022 Today is International Day of Women and Girls in Science. The day recognises the critical role women and girls play in science and technology. If you know a young budding scientist or technology enthusiast, why not bring them along to our International Women's day Breakfast. ... Guest speaker, Shona Markham GM from Bell Bay Aluminium is a wonderful role model and her journey will sure to inspire. Book your ticket today! https://launcestontickets.com.au/event/12507

25.01.2022 What a fabulous trio! In 2013 James Wilcox, the then District Governor, Caro Brown the then District Secretary, Club Secretary Danny Gibson and Club members lead the coordination of a bushfire fundraiser that raised $108K for the Rotary Tasmania Bushfire Appeal. James joined us for breakfast on Wednesday and shared the journey and how funds have been utilised to aid the recovery from the devastation. ... Thank you James for joining us and reinforcing the power of Rotary. Rotary Tasmania

23.01.2022 What a fabulous contribution from students, it was a tremendous effort. President Eve Gibbons looks forward to taking these to the Launceston Benevolent Society to add to their homeless care pack stores. Thank you to Nardia for coordinating such a wonderful initiative with your students. ... Rotary Tasmania

23.01.2022 Congratulations to Club Members Danny Gibson and Caro Brown for your involvement in the ‘Coming Home to the Princess’ event on Saturday night. We can only imagine how much it meant for you both to return to the Theatre. Hopefully it is the start of many more theatre events to come.

21.01.2022 It is starting to feel a lot like Christmas! We like to mix things up at our breakfast meetings. This week it was craft with Mr G, as we created a new ornament for our Christmas trees. A lot of fun, laughter and fellowship. We also received a lovely gift of shortbread from Past President Susan, thank you! ... This time next year it will be heads down as we lead up to Carols, bring on Carols 2021!

21.01.2022 Club members thoroughly enjoyed volunteering their time today to support the City of Launceston Official evacuation centre training exercise ‘High and Dry’. Members found it interesting to learn about the role of an evacuation centre during an emergency event, as they role played the roles of evacuees. Thank you to members Judy, Danny, Jodie and Eve who took on the acting roles.... Think there will be a a couple of Logie nominations from the day! Rotary Tasmania

20.01.2022 JCP Empowering Youth are inspiring leaders who are dedicated to improving the lives of young people. The inspirational Will Smith joined us this morning with team mate Josh, and shared the journey of JCP and the amazing programs available to support our youth. We learnt about the BEAST program which is designed for at-risk and vulnerable young people who have the potential to be leaders within their own communities. ... If you are a business, community group or individual looking for ways to support vulnerable and at risk youth in our community you must learn more about Will and his team. Visit https://jcpyouth.com.au to find out what you can do to assist in the empowerment of youth. Will and Josh are pictured with Club Secretary and Club Captain for November, Danny Gibson Rotary Tasmania

20.01.2022 Such an important message, not just for today but for everyday.

19.01.2022 Want to know where to buy your tomato plants this year and at a great price? Well look no more.... as the 'Great Big Tomato Plant Sale' is on Sunday 11 October from 10.00am, until sold out. The Mortgage Lifter variety at only $2.50 each, will grow sweet, rich flavoured tomatoes with very few seeds. They grow large and are ideal for relishes and sauces, and general all-round use. ... Mark the date and time in your diary, as they will sell fast! Funds raised will support the our community development projects. Rotary Tasmania

18.01.2022 We love our little Club, and if you do too, why not vote for us in the Tasmanian Community Achievement Awards 'People's Choice Award'. Click on the link https://bit.ly/TASCAA20PeoplesChoice, find us on the list and cast your vote. You can even vote every day until midnight 2 November 2020. The Club truely lives the Rotary motto of 'Service Above Self', as we deliver authentic capacity building projects that empower our Launceston community and our members. ... Over the past 12 months through the dedication and commitment of our hardworking members, the Club has successfully raised over $100k for the community. We would love your vote. The People's Choice Award is a great way for us to recognise the amazing work of our members. Rotary Tasmania

18.01.2022 Fantastic to see Club Member Jodie Johnson featured in today’s Examiner. Congratulations to the YMCA Launceston what an amazing achievement!

17.01.2022 So, what variety will be available at The Great Big Tomato Plant Sale this Sunday? The Mortgage Lifter! At only $2.50 per plant, tomatoes will grow sweet, rich flavoured with very few seeds. They grow large and are ideal for relishes and sauces, and general all-round use. ... See you this Sunday from 10.00am! Rotary Tasmania

17.01.2022 We love hearing from gardeners on how well their tomato plants they purchased from us are doing, especially after planting and some loving care. This gardener (pic below) has never grown a tomato plant before and is thrilled with how their plant is growing. Share your pics in the comments, we would love to see how your plants are doing.

16.01.2022 Our meeting guest speaker program allows Club members to strengthen their knowledge and understanding of our Launceston community. This morning Marylou Townsend from Worldview provided an insight into their residential campus, which focuses on training for cross-cultural ministry. Located at St Leonards, the campus is a delivery site of the Melbourne School of Theology, with many international students moving to Tasmania to study. Thank you for joining us Marylou. Thank yo...u also to Club Captain Tony Butler for organising such an interesting speaker, and also for delivering a fantastic program for September. Rotary Tasmania

16.01.2022 Join us on March 10, as we celebrate International Women's Day with a breakfast at the Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston. Worldwide, millions of people will come together during March and mark International Women's Day. The day (March provides an important opportunity to reinforce commitment and action forging women's equality, while also celebrating women's achievements.... This year's campaign theme is 'Choose to Challenge', a call to action motivating and uniting friends, colleagues and whole communities to #ChooseToChallenge and call out gender bias and inequity. Collectively, we can raise our hand and help create an inclusive world. Tickets are still available, so click the link to secure today. https://launcestontickets.com.au/event/12507

15.01.2022 Tasmania is home to so many inspiring women. At our International Women's Day breakfast you get to hear from three of them! Join us, as we celebrate International Women's Day on March 10 at the Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston Secure your seat via Launceston tickets today! https://launcestontickets.com.au/event/12507

12.01.2022 It's an absolute pleasure to introduce a new member to the Rotary Club of Tamar Sunrise. Introducing Alida Glen who was inducted into the Club at this morning's breakfast meeting. Alida, we are thrilled to have you join the team.... Alida is pictured with President Eve Gibbons and Club Secretary, Danny Gibson Rotary Tasmania

11.01.2022 Club members are out in force on the BBQ at Motors Holden Launceston as they assist fundraising efforts for Variety the Children's Charity TAS and the "Mission for Isla". The event is fundraising for four-year-old Isla, who has been diagnosed with the rare disease Rasmussen's Encephalitis. Head down and check out the showroom and support a wonderful cause.... Rotary Tasmania See more

11.01.2022 The team are together ready to watch the Tasmanian Community Achievement Awards. Congratulations to all of the finalists!

10.01.2022 Introducing the newest member to our team, Brodwyn! Members were delighted this morning to witness the induction of Brodwyn Blyth into the Club. We are so pleased to now officially call you a member. Welcome Brodwyn! ... Brodwyn is pictured here with her sponsor, member Barb Donaldson (left) and Club President, Eve Gibbons Rotary Tasmania

10.01.2022 The Club was delighted to welcome District Governor, Michael Plunkett and wife Gayle to breakfast last week. Thank you Michael for sharing with us your plans for the Rotary year, which understandable has been impacted by the pandemic. Thank you also to Gayle who shared her areas of focus, one being organ donation. Through personal experience, Gayle knows all too well the importance and value of organ donation. Organ or tissue donation can save or improve lives of others. To r...egister to become an organ or tissue donor or to learn more visit www.donatelife.gov.au Thank you Michael and Gayle, we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Michael and Gayle are pictured with Club Member Tony Butler Rotary Tasmania Rotary Tasmania Family

09.01.2022 Today we welcomed back former Club charter member Rodney Spinks. Rod was inducted this morning by our special guest District Governor, Michael Plunkett, who was accompanied by his wife Gayle. Judy McLean was Rod’s sponsor, which was a perfect tribute, as Judy and Rod started the Club as charter members 20 years ago. ... Welcome back Rod! Rotary Tasmania

09.01.2022 We couldn’t have picked a better morning to participate in the Catch it in the Catchment Clean up Australia Day and Tamar NRM event. We came together with members from Rotary Club of Central Launceston, Rotary Passport Club of Tasmania and Rotaract Club of Tamar Valley as we cleaned up Kings Park and Royal Park. A big thank you to our members Lou, Danny, Jann, Alida and Eve who dedicated their Sunday morning to help. ... Rotary Tasmania

09.01.2022 Have you got your tickets for Hometown Junction? Club members are racing to get theirs after learning all about the planned events and activities from Junction Arts Festival’s Frith and Mary at Wednesday’s breakfast meeting. There are so many exciting things planned for the last weekend in November, so jump online and secure your tickets today. https://www.junctionartsfestival.com.au ... Congratulations to the Junction team for the amazing work reshaping this year’s event to be covid safe. Thank you so much for joining us Frith and Mary! Frith and Mary are joined by Club Secretary Danny Gibson Rotary Tasmania

08.01.2022 Always great to connect in with new members of the Club. This morning Secretary Danny Gibson is mentoring new members on the role of Club Captain. Great to see our new members so keen to engage in all areas of the Club. We look forward to running another session next week. ... Rotary Tasmania

08.01.2022 President Eve had a wonderful evening catching up with members of Rotaract of Tamar Valley. The group meets formally at the Gunners Arms Hotel every four weeks on a Thursday. If you are 18-30 and looking to help your community, check them out!

08.01.2022 Club members felt so special this morning as we received a beautiful thank you card from the Waverley Primary School Kinder class. Students were so pleased to receive their very own individual books recently from our Club’s Book for Kinder program, they wanted to create us a card to say thank you! How wonderful is this card, we just love how every student has signed their name. Thank you! ... Rotary Tasmania See more

05.01.2022 Any men out their looking to clean out their wardrobes? Here is a great reason not to delay, as our friends at the Society are in need.

03.01.2022 Have you secured your seat to the International Women’s Day Breakfast on March 10? Don’t delay, only a handful of tickets remaining. Click below to book now! ... https://launcestontickets.com.au/event/12507