On August 13, members of our Club welcomed 3 Rotaractors from Rotaract Club of Victoria, who spoke on the topic “Beyond the Headlines: A Rotaract Service Journey with the Rohingya Refugees in Malaysia.” During the meeting, the Rotaractors shared their experience serving the Rohingya refugee community in Malaysia, offering members a perspective that went beyond what is commonly encountered through news reports. Through their personal service journey, members learned more about the people and communities behind the headlines, as well as the value of direct engagement and service. It was also a special reunion for the Rotaractors as our Immediate Past President David was a Rotaractor and Past President of Rotaract Club of Victoria.
On July 9, members of our Club gathered for the Club Installation 2026, marking the beginning of a new Rotary Year and a new chapter for our Club. During the ceremony, President Grace was formally installed as President of our Club. In a symbolic moment of continuity and transition, Immediate Past President David passed the presidential sash to President Grace, entrusting her with the leadership of our Club for the year ahead. The Installation was an occasion to celebrate both continuity and renewal, as members came together to support President Grace and look forward to another year of fellowship and meaningful service. President Grace emphasized membership satisfaction and belonging as her chief motivation for the Rotary Year, our Club’s 40th anniversary year. With a new Rotary Year underway, the evening marked the beginning of another exciting journey for our Club and its members.
On July 4, members of our Club joined fellow Rotarians at the 2026–2027 District Installation, held at Hopewell Hotel. President Grace, Past District Governor Belinda, Charter President Patrick, Past Presidents Angela, Samuel, WT, Dora, Webster and Lily, Immediate Past President David, and Rotarian Joanna attended the celebration. The annual District Installation marked the beginning of a new Rotary Year and provided an opportunity for Rotarians from across our District to come together in fellowship. Members of our Club enjoyed catching up with old friends, making new connections, and sharing in the excitement and optimism of another year of Rotary service. The occasion was a wonderful celebration of Rotary fellowship and leadership, as everyone looked forward to the year ahead and another year of Service Above Self.
on May 28, our Club welcomed President Lawrence Lui of Rotary Club of Hong Kong Island East to share with us his vocation – gerontech. President Lawrence told us how he got involved in the field and gave us an overview of the latest and greatest gerontech.
On April 18, members of our Club joined a meaningful fundraising night walk organized with Scouts Island Region at Tai Tam Reservoir. President David, Past Presidents Grace, WT, Dora, Lily, Mark and Jason, together with around two dozen participants from our Rotary family, took part in this special evening activity. The night walk offered a unique opportunity to learn about nature and the importance of conservation. Participants were introduced to the principles of “leave no trace,” reinforcing the responsibility we all share in protecting our environment. Interactors from King’s College and St. Clare’s Girls’ School, as well as Rotaractors from the Rotaract Club of HKU Lap Chee College International, joined the event, adding youthful energy and enthusiasm to the experience. Assistant Governor Wilson also participated in support of the initiative, further highlighting the collaborative spirit of the Rotary community. Surrounded by the calm and beauty of Tai Tam Reservoir at night, the event was both educational and inspiring, strengthening bonds across generations while promoting environmental stewardship.
On March 15, Island Scout Trail Walk 2026, our signature Club event, was held in partnership with Hong Kong Scouts Island Region. The event began early in the morning when the first teams started their 50km run, but a kick-off ceremony was held at Chi Fu podium at around noon. The prize presentation ceremony was held later in the afternoon at The Peak. The kick-off ceremony was led by Past President Grace, with Past Presidents Mark and Jason in attendance. The prize presentation ceremony was led by President David. District Governor Cassy also attended the ceremony and helped to congratulate prize winners.
On March 3, President David, and Past Presidents Grace and Jason met with leaders of Hong Kong Scouts Island Region to discuss the annual Island Scout Trail Walk, of which our Club is a co-organizer.
On March 1, a large delegation led by President David participated in Rotary Ultramarathon x End Polio Walk, organized by our District. A 50km relay team, managed by Past President Lily, comprised of: Past Presidents Jason, Webster and Mark, as well as two siblings and a cousin of Rotarian Joanna. The team managed to finish the 50km within 5 hours, and placed in the top one-third of all Rotary relay teams. Meanwhile, Rotarian Joanna joined Past Presidents Grace and Lily to cheerlead and participate in the shorter but festive End Polio Walk. Past President Lily was an organizing committee member, while Past President Webster, putting on his hat as Legislative Councillor, was one of the event’s guest of honors. Our Club was a Tier 1 supporter of End Polio Walk and a bronze supporter of the Ultramarathon.
On February 7, President David, Past Presidents Grace, Angela, Lily and Jason, and Rotarian Joanna joined “輕馨鬆Zone”, a workshop designed for caregivers. The workshop was co-organized by our Club and Rotary Club of Neoteric Hong Kong. The purpose of the workshop was to encourage caregivers to share their feelings to other caregivers, and to find common strategies for physical and mental relaxation.
On January 8, our Club convened for a dinner meeting at Regal Hong Kong Hotel. Our speaker was Ms. Helen Leung, Service Director of Yuk Chi Resource Centre in Tuen Mun. Ms. Leung updated our members with the Centre’s latest developments, and gave us a glimpse of upcoming projects and initiatives.