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Cookies

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If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.

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Who we share your data with

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How long we retain your data

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For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.

What rights you have over your data

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Where your data is sent

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RAWCS
May 16, 2025
A Rotary first for environmental action

The Rotary Australia Trust for the Environment empowers Rotary clubs to take bold action for the environment.

Events
May 14, 2025
The Great Essendon Rotary Duck Race

A whimsical community event that had locals flocking to the banks of the Maribyrnong River.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
May 12, 2025
Edwardstown Rotary’s award-winning inclusion project

The Rotary Club of Edwardstown has been recognised for its commitment to inclusion and empowerment.

Youth
May 10, 2025
Interactors, assemble!

More than 100 Interactors united to lead change, share ideas and tackle global issues at a student-led conference.

Peacebuilding & Conflict Prevention
May 8, 2025
Christchurch’s first official Peace Poles

Christchurch unveils its first Peace Poles, symbolising unity and Rotary’s global commitment to peace.

Homelessness
May 6, 2025
Bowral Interactors providing warmth and shelter for the homeless

Bowral students fund Shelterbags for locals doing it tough, bringing warmth and dignity to the homeless.

ShelterBox
May 4, 2025
ShelterBox support for Myanmar

ShelterBox rushes aid to Myanmar as earthquakes, conflict and storms leave millions without homes.

Disaster Relief
May 2, 2025
Rotary rallies to feed emergency crews

Northern NSW clubs served hot breakfasts to emergency crews after Cyclone Alfred left 300,000 without power.

ShelterBox
April 28, 2025
ShelterBox celebrates 25 years of emergency shelter

Celebrating 25 years of ShelterBox and Rotary: helping more than three million people rebuild after disaster.

RAWCS
April 26, 2025
RAWCS and UNHCR: A partnership for global impact

RAWCS and Australia for UNHCR have joined forces to deliver life-changing aid in Türkiye.

Events
April 24, 2025
Sunshine Coast Winter Solstice Swim

The Solstice Swim is more than just an ocean challenge – it’s a powerful showcase of Rotary’s positive impact.

Youth
April 22, 2025
Taking Rotary to the high seas

Twenty-five-year-old Jasmine Harrison is taking Rotary's story of Service Above Self to the high seas.

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