Who are we
About us
A vibrant group of about 40 people from diverse professional and ethnic backgrounds, since 1972. We espouse Rotary’s motto of “Service Above Self” and live by Rotary’s 4-way Test.
Our focus is to serve humanity through our various projects in the local community, international, vocational, and youth programs. We build relationships with other community organizations, and charity groups.
Our projects are funded primarily by our Market at North Rocks which we manage every Sunday morning. Our voluntary work is done in the spirit of fellowship and fun.
Please join us Tuesday evenings, or on a Sunday morning at our Market.
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Presidents message

Welcome to the Rotary Club of Carlingford

President’s Message

It is a privilege to be the Club President as we come together from diverse professional and ethnic backgrounds to give back to our community,

The Club is 53 years old. We serve to support our local community, undertake vocational programs, support youth and local schools, are involved in international projects to improve the lives of others.

Funding for our projects predominantly comes from our Sunday market at North Rocks, going directly to our humanitarian work.

We all serve on a voluntary basis enjoying each other’s company, and we have a lot of fun along the way.

We meet most Tuesday nights at the Vikings Sports Club. You are welcome to come along and see if we are a group of people you would like to work along to help.

We take action to unite people and to create lasting change to people in our community and abroad.

Chris Johnson

President

Rotary Club of Carlingford
Upcoming Events
Club Information
Welcome to our Club!
Carlingford
We meet In Person
Tuesdays at 6:30 pm
Vikings Club
35 Quarry Rd
Dundas, NSW 2117
Australia
Order dinner at the bistro from 6.15pm. Official meeting 7.00 to 8.00pm.
Our Projects
Theatre Night Success
What happens at a Theatre for a Cause Night ?  A jolly good time ! 
 
Members and guests of Rotary Carlingford recently enjoyed a splendid evening of amateur theatre.  The "Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Elusive Ear" proved a great success at the Pavilion Theatre on Wednesday 12th November.  With more than 40 tickets sold by our club, a nice donation was able to be made to the North Rocks Fire Service.  Thankyou to Rotarian Fay Kitto for organising another wonderful evening, and a special thankyou to Rotarian Therese Hanna and daughter Amy who brought along a fabulous grazing table for guests to enjoy with a glass of wine.  We hope to see you at the Theatre for a Cause evenings in 2026.
 
 
Rotary Tree of Joy at Carlingford Court
Come and visit our Rotary Tree of Joy at Carlingford Court (ground floor).  Many families are doing it tough this Christmas and with thanks to our Rotary volunteers, your gifts will be transported to the Dundas Area Neighbourhood Centre who are our community partner and will ensure the gift is distributed.  It's easy - just visit the tree, choose a gift tag, buy a gift and take it to the Guest Services Desk.  No need to wrap the gift.  Thankyou for your support.
 
Say No to Domestic Violence Walk and Rally at Pattamatta Square
Members of the Rotary Club of Carlingford were pleased to join and support the loud voices calling for an End to Domestic and Family Violence at the walk and rally held in Parramatta on Wednesday 26th 2025.
 
The event was well attended with over 200 people registered on the day.  The day was unseasonably hot to start, and this may have deterred some walkers, although the numbers were bolstered by school girls and teachers joining from local schools.  The rally started well with Rotary International District 9675 Past District Governor Sue Hayward acting as MC and welcoming all to the event organised by the Rotary Club of Environment and Habitat, in conjunction with City of Parramatta and the Parramatta Police Command.  Councillor Sreeni Pillamarri spoke on behalf of the City of Parramatta, followed by Donna Davis MP.  Unfortunately a big storm blew through and disrupted the rally, which was brought to an early close.  However by being just one of many Rotary events taking place in the 16 days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence in 2025, we are proud to take a stand.  
 
Callout for Stallholders - North Rocks Christmas Market

🎄✨ Celebrate the Festive Season at the North Rocks Christmas Market! ✨🎄

Come and soak up the Christmas spirit at our outdoor market, proudly run each Sunday by the Rotary Club of Carlingford. Every dollar of net proceeds goes straight to Rotary charitable projects—so your stall helps make a difference!

This special Christmas Market will have something for everyone, including photos with Santa for families and even pets.

We’re inviting stallholders with quality goods to join us—especially those with Christmas-themed treasures to share.  Bookings now available here.

📅 When Sunday 14 December 2025 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM (stallholder bump-in from 6:00 AM)

📍 Where 361–365 North Rocks Rd (opposite North Rocks Shopping Centre) North Rocks, NSW

💰 Cost

  • Stalls: $40 (includes public liability insurance, except for hot food vendors)

  • Table hire: $5 each

  • Stallholders to bring their own marquees and equipment

🍴 Bookings for Food Vendors Food vendors must meet City of Parramatta requirements. Please contact the Market Manager with your details before booking online: Market@rotarycarlingford.org.au

By booking, stallholders agree to the general terms and conditions.

🚫 Important Notes

  • No smoking on site

  • No alcohol or live animals for sale

  • Stallholders must remove surplus goods at the end of the market

  • Power not available

Samoa 2025
NOVEMBER 2025
 
 
REPORT ON VISIT to SAMOA 2ND TO 9TH NOVEMBER 2025
 
By Philip and Cristy Newall
 
We ran a voluntary clinic in Samoa at the Senese Centre for Inclusive Education, assisted by Naomi and Rowena who are local staff from the centre. It was our 26th visit since 2008 and was rather exhausting. This is a Rotary Australia World Community Service project.  Contributions to the project can be made online here.
 
We took 600 pieces of size 675 hearing aid batteries and 53 donated pre-loved hearing aids donated by Amplifon and many hearing aid accessories donated by Hearing Matters Australia and others.
It was possible to take the lathe and tools supplied by Ears Inc and we visited a local dentist who can supply the materials needed to make custom made earmoulds. We practiced this process in Australia before we left for Samoa we will try to begin manufacture on our next trip in March 2026.  We had also sent three parcels to the centre since our last visit in April funded by our Rotary Club and others.
 
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North Rocks Market March 2024
Have you visited North Rocks Market recently ?  Open every Sunday 7am to 1pm.
In the grounds of Next Sense, 361-365 North Rocks Rd, North Rocks.
Entry by coin donation.  Parking available onsite.