Please join us on Wednesday 5th November at the Cameo Cinema Murray Bridge when we present this amazing documentary of a man who was very special to our Club as we watch his journey home. Tickets $20 and they can be purchased through https://www.cameocinema.com.au/movie/journey-home-david-gulpilil---mobilong-rotary
Be quick as it will sell out.
Very well deserved David. You truly are a worthy recipient & SAPOL and the Murray Bridge Community are very lucky to have such a dedicated officer. Nothing has been too much trouble when you have visited our Club as a guest speaker. Congratulations.
Murray Bridge’s Senior Constable First Class David Brown has been named the 2025 South Australia Police Officer of the Year for his dedication to crime prevention in the Murray Mallee region.
Fondly referred to as ‘officer everywhere’ by many in the Murray Mallee community, Senior Constable Brown is a familiar face across several initiatives, including Neighbourhood Watch, the Murray Bridge Blue Light boxing program, and ‘Coffee with a Cop’.
His role as a crime prevention officer also includes the delivery of regular school and community talks on bullying and violence, cybercrime awareness, home security advice, and more.
Originally from Liverpool in the United Kingdom, the 49-year-old formerly worked as a Cadbury chocolate sales consultant before making the journey down under in 2006.
After visiting family in Sydney and a 1998 trip backpacking around Australia, SC1C Brown and his wife Christy decided to emigrate here in 2006 and haven’t looked back since.
When driving in Adelaide’s city centre, a SAPOL recruitment advert on the back of a bus caught SC1C Brown's eye and he joined the police academy as a cadet in Course 3 on March 3, 2008.
His 17-year career has so far seen an eight-year stint at Port Pirie as a Probationary Constable, Senior Constable and Acting Sergeant, and periods at smaller Port Germein and Port Broughton stations.
In his spare time, SC1C Brown enjoys exploring outdoors with his family or playing the guitar (badly). He is also a huge fan of English Premier League football, supporting Liverpool Football Club, and also enjoys watching the ‘mighty Reds’, Adelaide United, play at Hindmarsh Stadium.
The annual award is presented by the Rotary Club of Unley, in partnership with South Australia Police and acknowledges police officers who have made a lasting and profound impact on community service and development.
Well what an awesome event our 2025 Bridge Bricks Expo was , A huge thankyou to everyone who supported this event either as one of the 50 people of all ages who entered an exhibit , someone who came to view the displays or the awesome group of members , family and friends who volunteered to make sure the event went smoothly and everyone was well fed. Thanks to Bridge Trophies who added to the atmosphere with their amazing selection of treats . To our sponsors we say a huge thanks .To members of SBLUG who provided awesome support over the weekend It is because of this amazing community spirit that we hold these events. We have already been asked about next year's theme. So stay tuned and we will let you know when we have decided.
Mobilong Rotary helping to make a difference in our local community.
ShelterBags and blankets delivered for distribution.
ShelterBags:
IPP Sadie Podger with Senior Constable First Class David Brown (MB Police)
IPP Sadie Podger with Lexie Kermond (AC. Care)
Blankets:
Emily from CentreCare (no Picture)
Christmas in July #4
What a great weekend despite the challenges of wind and rain. Thanks go to the co-ordinators and volunteers who made this event a success.
220 Shelterbags – Making a Difference
12 Rotary Clubs from District 9510 recently came together to collect 220 Shelterbags from RARE – Rotary Australia Repurposing Equipment for distribution across South Australia. These Shelterbags will support people experiencing homelessness and provide practical, dignified relief for those sleeping rough.
What is a Shelterbag?A Shelterbag is a lightweight, waterproof, and rollable sleeping bag designed for people without secure housing. It includes:
• A built-in mattress and lined hood
• A compartment for personal belongings
• Room for a blanket or other bedding
• Rolls into a compact, easy-to-carry bag (2Kg)
• Easy to clean and reuse
• Branded with the Rotary logo
Thanks to the support of community organisations like the Salvation Army, Hutt Street Centre, Lutheran Care, Playford Community Fund and many other community groups. These Shelterbags will soon be in the hands of those who need them most in the community
Rotary Club Presidents – ShelterBags are still available!If your club would like to help distribute Shelterbags or would like more information about the Shelterbag project, please contact:
Richard Tucker – Rotary Club of Gawler Light
0429 339 879This is Rotary in Action – practical support, local impact, and making a difference in our communitiesRotary Clubs involved in this Shelterbag initiative:Up to 20 clubs in District 9510 are, or have been, involved in the project since May 2024 with others providing financial support. The following clubs are involved in this latest distribution round. Gawler Light • Glenelg • Kidman Park • Mobilong • Modbury • Playford • Port Augusta • Prospect • Seaford • Somerton Park • Unley • Waikerie.
If you would like more information about Shelterbags, please go to www.gawlerlightrotary.org or about Rotary: https://rotary9510.org
Wednesday was our annual Changeover dinner held at the Murray Bridge RSL Club, with celebrations of different kinds.
Firstly, President Sadie Podger had the heartfelt task of informing those present that one of our own loved members of 18 years - John Meers - passed away over the weekend. We had a minutes silence and saw a pictorial presentation of John's life in Rotary, remembering all that he had achieved.
Rotarians, partners, guests, family and friends gathered to witness outgoing President for 24/25, Sadie Podger hand over the reigns for the 25/26 year to Ann Marie Kichel.
Sadie presented her report, outlining the many and varied catering events, projects and contributions we had performed over the last year. She thanked her Board and years of service awards were given out by DG Dr Rajeev Kamineni -
Bob England - 40 years of Rotary Service
Warren Pratt - 25 years of Rotary Service
Joy Burgess - 20 years of Rotary Service
Simon Podger and Warren & Sharon Pratt (along with Bronwyn Heard who was absent) were acknowledged for their tireless contributions with catering and the Bulletin production
Johanan & Joseph performed the song "Don't worry about a thing" by Bob Marley flawlessly.
After her induction, President AnnMarie Kuchel spoke of her ambitions for the coming 12 months and introduced her Board.
Good food and fellowship was enjoyed by all who attended.
Dear John, you served your Country and Rotary with Honor, made many friendships along the way. You will be missed but not forgotten. Rest in peace our friend, you are now back in the arms of your beloved Maureen.
Tonight's meeting was a reflection on the Rotary year 2024-25 under President Sadie Podger & President Elect Ann-Marie Kuchel's vision for the coming 2025-26 year.
At the beginning of this Rotary year, Sadie outlined her goals she wanted to achieve during her Presidency, most of which were achieved.
PE Ann-Marie also gave members an insight into what she wanted to implement & achieve, with members being asked to put forward their suggestions and thoughts.
Some of our catering events were -
Aust Day Breakfast
Ski for Life Breakfast
Anzac Day Breakfast
Monthly Cars & Coffee 
International Pedal PrixPlus many more
Social events are always good fun, building fellowship -
Christmas in July
Putt Putt challenge with other clubs
Annual Christmas Dinner in DecemberJust to name a few
Vocational visits to many interesting businesses are always a highlight and not to mention our Friends of Rotary program (businesses that support Rotary without becoming a Member)
**Rotary Club of Mobilong meet each Wednesday at the Murray Bridge RSL @ 6.00pm. Anyone is welcome to attend
Huge congratulations to our Honary member David Heard who has been honoured today with an Order of Australia medal for his service. David is the longest serving St John volunteer in the world. How lucky are we to have him in our Mobilong Rotary Club.
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the General Division
Mr David Cameron Heard, Murray Bridge SA 5253
For service to the community through emergency service organisations.
St John Ambulance, South Australia
• Corps Superintendent, Murraylands Region, 1973-2005.
• Superintendent, Murray Bridge Ambulance Division, 1962-1973.
• Divisional Officer, Murray Bridge Ambulance Division, 1957-1962.
• Adult Member, since 1948.
• Cadet Member, Colonel Light Gardens Cadet Division, 1944-1948.
• Ultra-Long Service Medal with four gold service bars, 2021.
St John State Council, South Australia
• Country Ambulance Service Representative, 1982-1989.
• Country St John Order Member, 1989-1998, and 1999-2005.
St John Ambulance Historical Society South Australia
• Treasurer, since 2005.
• Member, current.
South Australian Ambulance Service
• Volunteer Ambulance Officer Representative, South Australian Ambulance Board, 1985-1992.
• Ex-officio Member, Volunteer Ambulance Officers Advisory Committee, South Australian Ambulance Board, 1985-1993.
Murray Bridge and District Ambulance Branch Committee
• Chairman, ~4years, c1980s.
• Vice Chairman, ~19years, c1970s-1980s
. Most Venerable Order of St John
• Knight of Grace, 1993.
• Commander, 1982.
• Officer Brother, 1975.
• Serving Brother, 1965.
• Service Medal, 1958, and ten bars and three laurel leaves.
Murray Bridge Rowing Club
• Volunteer, ~30years.
• Member, ~45years.
• Patron, since 2023.
Community
• Honorary Member, Rotary Club of Mobilong, since 2024.
• Member, St John Bushland Park Friends Committee, since 1989.
Awards and Recognition include:
• National Medal and three clasps, 1997.
• Longest Serving Volunteer, St John Ambulance Australia.
Mobilong Rotary is pleased to support Kai Martin in his fundraising efforts for DV Survivors.
Murray Bridge support worker Kai Martin, 26, is getting ready to run an ultra-marathon to raise awareness of domestic violence in the community and raise money for a local support charity.
The plan is to tackle the 325km run non-stop over about 55 to 60 hours and raise about $25,000 for the Murray Bridge Regional Collaboration on Violence Against Women and Children.
So far more than $19,100 has already been raised for victim support, community education and awareness of the cause.
The keen endurance runner is starting on the Lavender Federation Trail in Clare at 3am on Friday 23 May and aims to be back in Murray Bridge for a community BBQ event on Sunday 25 May afternoon the Place of Courage in Sturt Reserve. Kai is due to arrive sometime between 1-3pm that day.
“Domestic Violence is an issue I’ve been aware of since a young age, and I’ve always felt the need to do something big to help my community around it,” Kai Martin said.
While he says he was lucky to grow up in a safe environment, it was not always the case for other family members who have experienced domestic-violence related trauma.
Kai has only started running in the past two years and the longest run he has done was December 2024 when he ran 161km in 22 hours.
Donate to Kai’s Run for the Murray Bridge Regional Collaboration on Violence against Women and Children here or via tins at McCues and the Murray Bridge Library.
Content from 5MU
Thanks to those who volunteered last Thursday for the Centacare Family afternoon
Come and check out some wonderful artwork, you may even be tempted to buy some.
Hosted by the Rotary Club of Mobilong & Murray Bridge.
Memorial at the Rock of Courage at Sturt Reserve for a vigil to those who have suffered at the hands of perpetrators of Domestic Vio-lence. Unfortunately, in this state 14 women have died due to domestic Violence. 14 candles were placed on the Rock of Courage and roses were put in the River to remember those who have suffered. Stephen Polaris has the belief the process & the legal system needs to change. Crimes of violence and robbery have an 80% success rate of conviction but Domestic Violence and sexual assault around 8% conviction rate. Question is WHY.
We have some “Movie Stars” amongst us. Last Thursday, Darren & Tracy Piltz and Stewart Heard starred in the movie “The Sundowner”, filmed at Old Tailem Town. They were looking for pre 1934 vehicles, of which Stewart lent his Chev and the Piltz’s truck.
Darren & Tracy will also feature in the film as ‘extra’s’.
Darren & Tracy will also feature in the film as ‘extra’s’.
Congratulations Rotarian Jade. Your enthusiasm towards Cows for Cambodia is next level. True meaning of “Service above Self”
Well deserved 
(Jade 2nd from left)
The Heart and Herd Award is our way of recognizing those special individuals who have not only joined us on either multiple Cows for Cambodia tours but have also demonstrated outstanding dedication to our cause. These recipients have gone above and beyond in their support, showing true heart in their generosity and spirit, and stood strong amongst our herd to create real change in Cambodian communities.
On Saturday evening we honoured 5 of these amazing individuals for their passion, commitment, and the impact they have made.
• Jade Mitchell
• Helen Maynard (not pictured)
• Lee Weaver
• Stephen Wong & Carly
The Rotary Clubs of Murray Bridge and Mobilong working at the Monarto Safari Park Shelter Shed on Monday 17th March. This local project will allow visitors and new hotel patrons to view local animal species in an area set aside adjacent to the nearby hotel and glamping area. The animals will come into sight due to the nearby watering hole. John Scarvelis photos re Bronwyn Heard.
Last night saw our annual Putt Putt and Pizza fund-raising night at Avoca Dell Caravan Park & 18 hole Mini Golf, Murray Bridge S.A between the 3 Rotary Clubs - Mobilong, Murray Bridge and Tailem Bend, with Murray Bridge being victorious.
Approx 60 members, partners and friends participated in raising money for ShelterBox Australia, who provide tents and accessories to accommodate a family of 10 where their home is uninhabitable due to natural disasters or war conflicts.
Above the money raised last night, an extra $2000 was donated between 2 Clubs
A fun night in great weather conditions was enjoyed by all.
"What's it like sitting in a room, talking to yourself ? 
This was one of the questions that Josh Nelson was asked last night when we had a vocation visit to his workplace - Radio 5MU & Power FM
After a meal of fish, chips, salad & cheesecake, Rotarians & 5MU employees, Josh & Tracy Piltz took us on a tour of the premises, explaining the different facets of how a radio station runs. We were showed the rooms used for recording, production, broadcasting and the technical room.
Josh got behind the microphone & showed us how he does his broadcast each day.
We thank Josh, Tracy and 5MU Power FM for giving us a very interesting insight into how a radio station works.
Houses 122 and 123 are currently under construction.
Last December, we began building two homes in memory of Molly, and with one more to complete the trio, Sally, a close friend of Molly's, who helped us in December, returned this month with Sara, who missed the earlier builds, to work on the third house.
While spreading Molly's message of love, Sally connected with three Rotary clubs eager to make a difference. Thanks to the Rotary Club of Murray Bridge, the Rotary Club of Mobilong, and the Rotary Club of Tailem Bend, House 123 will stand proudly beside House 122, which honours Molly.
Every donation we receive for a new home fills us with gratitude, but when we get support from donors that are building in honour of loved ones, it truly inspires us. We are honoured to carry forward these important gifts.
Together, we are transforming sorrow into strength, creating spaces alive with laughter and warmth, and celebrating cherished memories. With every home we build, we reaffirm our commitment to making a lasting difference in the world, one heart print at a time.
Last December, we began building two homes in memory of Molly, and with one more to complete the trio, Sally, a close friend of Molly's, who helped us in December, returned this month with Sara, who missed the earlier builds, to work on the third house.
While spreading Molly's message of love, Sally connected with three Rotary clubs eager to make a difference. Thanks to the Rotary Club of Murray Bridge, the Rotary Club of Mobilong, and the Rotary Club of Tailem Bend, House 123 will stand proudly beside House 122, which honours Molly.
Every donation we receive for a new home fills us with gratitude, but when we get support from donors that are building in honour of loved ones, it truly inspires us. We are honoured to carry forward these important gifts.
Together, we are transforming sorrow into strength, creating spaces alive with laughter and warmth, and celebrating cherished memories. With every home we build, we reaffirm our commitment to making a lasting difference in the world, one heart print at a time.
Looks like great weather for our CARS AND COFFEE NOVEMBER MEET with VW's old and new as priority parking. See Miss Annabelle The Kombi raising money for breast cancer so please bring some coin if you want to donate.
Murray Bridge CFS will have 3 fire trucks yes lights and sirens will be blazing.
Will be a fire truck pumping water from the river. Have a go at using a fire hose.
Going to be a great morning.
What a great day for a great cause. Miss Annabelle’s Kombi Tour held their Scavenger Hunt today, starting in Mt Barker & making its way through the Adelaide Hills for approx 55 kms. Looking for signs, animals, photo proof, stopping for lunch at a local bakery & answering odd questions, approx 70 people took part before ending back in Mt Barker for presentations & afternoon tea.
To our surprise, the winning team was us - Bronwyn & Andrew Heard and Sharon Pratt - with the most correct answers 
Bronwyn, Andrew, Sharon, Tracy & Darren along with Tracy's brother Kenton participated with Christine and Sadie popping in on their way to another event.
Thanks Shiralee for a great afternoon 
Held 20 – 22 September 2024, the sixth and final round of the UniSA Australian HPV Super Series will be held on Sturt Reserve, overlooking the picturesque Murray River. More than 170 aerodynamically designed trikes powered around the challenging course, seeking to conquer the 24-hour endurance race. Teams of all ages and from all over Australia participated, with local school teams Murray Bridge High School and Unity College represented and Murray Bridge North School a chance to qualify. Mobilong Rotary Club helped to feed the Competitors, Families, Officials and Spectators.
**That's a wrap folks**
THANKYOU to ZoosSA for reaching out and offering their support towards our promotion of Monarto Safari Park
Our inaugural BRIDGE BRICKS EXPO was a huge success.
Many thanks to Bronwyn Heard and everyone that helped in the lead up to and over the weekend in any way to make this weekend such a success.
We had many positive comments over the 2 days and a lot of interest from people wishing to exhibit next year.
Thank you to all the people who put in an exhibit this year to make it a success.
To the public that came and had a look for a gold coin donation, and to those who purchased donuts and sausages, we say Thank You
A special Thank You to the Monarto Safari Park who inspired the theme for this event and gave us a 360 Lions Experience and a Family Pass as raffle prizes, it is much appreciated.
Raffle winners were -
1st prize Blue A74 K. Allen
2nd prize Blue A48 Aikins
We look forward to making next year's event bigger and better. If you would like to exhibit or find out more, please get in touch with us.
Once again, thank you all.
45 out 75 Rams Sold
Highest price $6000, average price $1702
Mobilong Rotary feeding the organizers and prospective buyers.
Mobilong Rotary Inc was proud to be a part of this community project.
Council is excited to share and unveil the completed "country life' mural at the Memory Support Wing at Lerwin. 
This exciting project was coordinated and financed by the Combines Services Clubs of Murray Bridges (CSC)
· Inner Wheel of Mobilong
· Kiwanis Club of Murray Bridge
· Lions Club of Murray Bridge
· Lions Club of Murray Bridge City
· Rotary Club of Murray Bridge
· Rotary Club of Mobilong
· Soroptomists Club of Murray Bridge
In partnership with the Murray Bridge High School, the mural has been three years in the making and now illuminates the courtyard of our Memory Support Wing, providing a bright and stimulating environment for our residents.The mural, designed and painted by Year 10 art students under the guidance of art teacher Kylie Brunato, aims to evoke reflection and reminiscence of times gone by.
Lerwin Nursing Home together with Council is extremely grateful for the support provided by the Combined Services Clubs, the Murray Bridge High School and the sponsorship from Crowies Paints and Bridge Building Supplies for their support with paint and materials.
We would like to thank and acknowledge Hylton Moritz, who has coordinated the project.
Thanks to Warren who organised and transported the container to DIK on Friday.
Thanks to Paul and his small army of helpers who ventured to DIK on Saturday to start to load this container with medical equipment and other goods, in readiness for its journey to Tongo and Tuvalu.
Thanks to Paul and his small army of helpers who ventured to DIK on Saturday to start to load this container with medical equipment and other goods, in readiness for its journey to Tongo and Tuvalu.
Service Above Self
Murray Bridge East, SA 5253
Australia