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Orange sky Presentation 21/09/26

Orange Sky provides free mobile laundry and shower services to people experiencing homelessness, offering not only practical support but also the dignity of genuine human connection. When Michaela and Liis visited our Rotary club to share their work, they explained how Orange Sky’s bright vans create safe, welcoming spaces where volunteers sit down for conversations while the washing is being done. For many people doing it tough, these simple moments — a clean shirt, a warm shower, and a friendly chat — can restore confidence, build trust and help them feel seen and valued. Their presentation reminded us how small acts of kindness can make a profound difference in someone’s week, and why community‑driven initiatives like Orange Sky matter so deeply.

Rotary club of Holdfast Bay is pleased to help with sponsorship for Orange Sky , and help to Create Lasting Impact

Photo : Liis and Michaela from Orange Sky, pictured with President Bill May

A BIT CHILLY AT THE DOCK THIS MORNING 27/09/26

Katelyn is our latest sponsored Rotary Youth Sailing Challenge participant. Katelyn is pictured in front of the One and All surrounded by fellow Rotarians with her mother at her side.

On this trip the One and All is circumnavigating Kangaroo Island.

We look forward to hearing her talk about the fun she had on the One and All, as well as challenges she faced learning to sail, navigate and work within a team.

Rotary Youth Sailing Challenge – Benefits for Young People

The Rotary Youth Sailing Challenge offers young students a powerful blend of adventure, teamwork, and personal growth aboard a fully crewed sailing vessel. Over several days at sea, participants learn to work together under real conditions, developing resilience, communication skills, and confidence as they tackle navigation tasks, shared responsibilities, and changing weather. The challenge encourages leadership in a practical, hands‑on environment where every action matters, helping students discover their strengths while building trust and camaraderie with their peers. Away from everyday distractions, they gain a deeper appreciation for the ocean, environmental stewardship, and the value of collective effort. For many, it becomes a transformative experience—one that strengthens character, expands horizons, and inspires a lasting sense of achievement.

The Rotary club of Holdfast Bay is pleased to offer youth sponsorship for the Rotary Youth Sailing Challange (RYSC), and help to Create Lasting Impact.

Supporting our local community

Community spirit is well and truly thriving in Holdfast Bay!

The Rotary Club of Holdfast Bay was recently the proud recipient of both the Premier’s Community Activity Award and the Premier’s Community Service Distinction Award for 2021 for our club’s signature project ‘Locals Doing it Tough Food Drive’.

These awards were presented by Premier Steven Marshall and the Hon Stephen Patterson - Member for Morphett at the Service Clubs Association of South Australia (SCASA) annual awards luncheon on October 31 and were accepted by Club Secretary Kim Harvey.

SCASA comprises service clubs from across our state including Rotary, Lions, Zonta, Apex, Kiwanis and Soroptimist International.

Our biannual food drives support the work of local outreach programs in Holdfast Bay that provide emergency food relief and support for individuals and families who require immediate assistance. In the last 12 months our Club has collected and distributed over $36,000 worth of goods with the help of local businesses, other community partners, and volunteers.