Who can be a Rotarian?

Men and women from a broad range of backgrounds -
professional, managerial, business ownership or
people who care about their community and attend their Club regularly.
Our Club members are dedicated people who share a passion for
community, service and friendship.

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Watch the District News video from our District Governor, Peter Behm
DG News August 2025 - District Governor Peter Behm shares powerful insights on how effective signage—whether brand new or refreshed—can boost your Rotary Club’s visibility and community impact. Discover how the right signs can attract new members, raise awareness, and showcase Rotary’s presence in your area. Watch now and be inspired to take your club’s promotion to the next level!

DG News July 2025 -
https://rotary9815.org.au/Stories/dg-news-july-2025
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Rotary Club of Knox ShowNShine

Rotary Club of Knox ShowNShine

Yes! We're back for the 25/26 Summer Season!

All show cars, trucks and motorcycles welcome
6 - 7:30pm
Westfield Knox, Northeastern staff car park
Enter from Burwood Highway via Gate #5, Capital City Boulevard, Wantirna South
Entry - $5 per show vehicle - or - for public walk-ins: Gold coin PP donation
Sausage sizzle & cold drinks available
2nd Tuesdays - Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar

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International Projects

The Rotary Club of Knox proudly supports international projects such as Wheelchairs for Kids, St Jude's School Tanzania, Operation Cleft and Shelterbox.

Rotary’s Response to the 1918 Flu Pandemic

An estimated 500 million people worldwide became infected. Many cities closed theaters and cinemas, and placed restrictions on public gatherings. Rotary clubs adjusted their activities while also helping the sick.

This is how Rotary responded to the influenza pandemic that began in 1918 and came in three waves, lasting more than a year.

The Rotary Club of Berkeley, California, USA, meets in John Hinkel Park during the 1918 flu pandemic.

Photo by Edwin J. McCullagh, 1931-32 club president. Courtesy of the Rotary Club of Berkeley.

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Rotary at the Start of the United Nations

Rotary and the United Nations have a shared history of working toward peace and addressing humanitarian issues around the world.

During World War II, Rotary informed and educated members about the formation of the United Nations and the importance of planning for peace. Materials such as the booklet “From Here On!” and articles in The Rotarian helped members understand the UN before it was formally established and follow its work after its charter.

Many countries were fighting the war when the term “United Nations” was first used officially in the 1942 “Declaration by United Nations.” The 26 nations that signed it pledged to uphold the ideals expressed by the United States and the United Kingdom the previous year of the common principles “on which they based their hopes for a better future for the world.”

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