About us

The Rotary Club of North Hobart was chartered on 2 May 1961. The club is part of Rotary District 9830 (Rotary Tasmania), which is a part of Rotary International.

The club has been active in all areas of service, of particular note: services and support of youth; community needs; vocational and overseas aid; disaster relief and more.

Our club is part of Rotary District 9830 (Rotary Tasmania).

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Objects of Rotary

First

The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service

second

High ethical standards in business and professions; the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations; and the dignifying by each Rotarian of their occupation as an opportunity to serve society.

third

The application of the ideal of service by every Rotarian to their personal, business and community life.

fourth

The advancement of international understanding, good will, and peace throughout a world fellowship of business and professional people united in the ideal of service.

The Four Way Test

Of the things we think, say or do

Is it the TRUTH ?

Is it FAIR to all concerned ?

Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?

Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned ?

Avenues of Service

Traditionallty, there have been five avenues of Rotary service around which clubs organise their activities. The fifth is Club Service, concerning the administration of the club. The current strategic plan also requires clubs to focus on Membership and Public Image.

Community services

Community services which generally focussed on supporting needs – these may be local organisations, charities, services and other areas of needs within their area of location.

Youth Services

Youth Services focus on activities to help disadvantaged youth, programmes to help foster further education or to enhance skills and wellbeing.

International Services

International Services focuses on helping to improve the wellbeing of people in underdeveloped areas, supporting disaster appeals. It includes eradicating disease, medical help, food water and sanitation solutions, education and lifestyle improvements.

Vocational Services

Vocational Services focuses on aspects of work training, support and encouragement in all areas work endeavour. Rotarians endeavour to incorporate the values of Rotary as part of their work situations