Congratulations to Karrinyup Rotary's President Phil Ledger, who was named in the 2025 King's Birthday Honours List and awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia General Division. The citation is for service to the pharmaceutical industry and to the community. This community service includes over fifty-six years of 'Service Above Self' as a Rotarian. Phil has served as District Governor (9455, 1991-1992) and is currently serving as Club President for a fourth time - Kellerberrin (1969-1970) and Karrinyup (1987-1988, 2017-2018 & 2024-2025). A well deserved honour and wonderful promotion of Rotary!

This year's gala evening will be held on Tuesday, 24 June at the Marmion Angling and Aquatic Club (MAAC), 67 West Coast Drive, Marmion. This is a time to celebrate the achievements of the 2024 - 2025 Rotary year with President Phil and welcome Co-Presidents Elect Mick and Peter, along with the Board of Directors for 2025 - 2026. It is an event not to be missed! Everyone is welcome. Payment/Bookings must be locked in by 8.00 pm Monday, 16th June.

Karrinyup Rotary’s Nurse of the Year 2025 award was presented at a gala evening to honour outstanding nurses working at Osborne Park Hospital (OPH). This annual perpetual award recognises a nurse, whose daily dedication and care epitomises the highest standard of quality and personal commitment. Karrinyup Rotary congratulates all nine 2025 finalists on their achievenents and is delighted to recognise the 2025 Osborne Park Hospital Nurse of the Year – Tracey McCarley, a deserving winner.

RC Karrinyup is delighted to announce the 2025 recipient of the Dr Michael Chin Humanitarian Award is Joan Petroboni. Joan has a long history, spanning more than forty years, of service to the local community with Star Swamp Bushland, Friends of Star Swamp Bushland Reserve and Mt Flora Museum. She also volunteers with Meals on Wheels, bringing social contact to seniors. The Award, created in 2000 in honour of RC Karrinyup charter member Michael Chin, honours outstanding individuals, who serve the community for their humanitarian and volunteer activities. This year is the 25th Anniversary of the Award.

Happy Birthday to us! The Rotary Club of Karrinyup was chartered in 1974 and this week celebrated fifty one years of service at a special birthday dinner at the Marmion Angling and Aquatic Club (MAAC). MC for the evening, Mick Rogers acknowledged the past and present traditional owners of the land. He then welcomed everyone and recognised the many distinguished guests.

President Phil Ledger gave a brief overview of the many wonderful projects the club has achieved over the years. He then called on Pat Fosbery, widow of Founding President Graham Fosbery, and charter member PP Ian McDonagh to join him in cutting the cake to get the party started. Everyone enjoyed a fabulous birthday evening. Read President Phil's address.

Karrinyup Rotary contributes to the Borderless Friendship Foundation WA (BFF WA), a Perth based not-for-profit organisation, which supports children in hostels in the Hilltribe region of Thailand. Recently Karrinyup Rotarians Sandra, Jane and Jenni, seen here with Lorel from BFF WA, made a ‘hands on’ visit to this International Service project. They reported back to the club on their amazing experience. There are 380 hill tribe children in BFF’s care. In addition to club support, several club members have chosen to sponsor an individual child. Read how you could too.