We’ve been out with the Vinnies Night Patrol this week.

As we really race towards winter, there’s a need for more blankets, beanies, jumpers and gloves for companions.

Please consider supporting our friends from Vinnies with a donation of some of these items.

We held a book drive at our meeting this week to support our Gungahlin Street Library at Tea Gardens Park.

Thanks to the generosity of our members, we’ve collected a fantastic range of books to help keep the library well stocked for all the keen readers across Gungahlin. From stories to keep toddlers entertained to romances that will warm the heart, there’s now a great mix of books ready for the shelves.

Our Street Library is all about making reading accessible for everyone, so keeping it full and refreshed is key to making sure it remains an important community asset. If you’re nearby, drop in and enjoy the variety on offer.

What a fantastic way to spend Mother’s Day! Members of the Rotary Club of Canberra Sundowners rolled up their sleeves at the Bunnings Fyshwick BBQ, serving up sausages, smiles and community spirit throughout the day.

Thanks to the incredible support of the local community, funds raised will be injected straight back into projects and initiatives supporting the Canberra community. From community service programs to local causes, every sausage sold helps Rotary continue making a difference where it matters most.

We welcomed Senior Constable Peter Mortimer, Youth Engagement Officer at Queanbeyan PCYC, to this week's meeting to help mark Rotary’s Youth Service month.

Senior Constable Mortimer spoke about the range of practical programs he and his team run to support young people across the Monaro who are facing disadvantage. One standout is Fit for Life which is a program that starts the day with structured morning exercise, a healthy breakfast and positive role modelling.

The program also supports wellbeing, personal growth and positive behaviour through mentorship and routine. Importantly, participants are also transported to school, helping ensure their day begins on the right foot and with the best possible chance of success.

It is the work of Senior Constable Mortimer and the entire PCYC team that make a positive and lasting impact on the lives of young people across the national capital region. A great example of youth service in the community.