Cobram Rotary's new presidents (L - R) James Cornish, Doug Wright, and Ellie Stephens at the group's 70th anniversary and changeover dinner. Photo: Supplied
In a momentous occasion, the Cobram Rotary Club celebrated its 70th anniversary with a special Changeover dinner.
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The presidency baton was handed over from John Crawford to a dynamic trio: Doug Wright, Ellie Stephens, and James Cornish.
Nicky Goldsworthy received the Trevor Noonan Memorial Citizen of Distinction award, recognising her extensive community contributions, including her long-term involvement with the Moira Shire Australia Day awards.
Nicky Goldsworthy received the Citizen of Distinction award from Cobram Rotary. Photo: Supplied
Kevin Griffins of BMC Welding was honoured with the RJ Cornish Memorial award for the Apprentice/Trainee of the Year award, and Jordan Nankaville of Supreme Meats received the Rotary Customer Service award.
Jordan Nankiville of Supreme Meats received the Customer Service Award. Photo: Supplied
Both employers expressed immense pride in their young employees' achievements.
Rotary awards were presented to Lindon Mellier and Ellie Stephens, who were named Paul Harris Fellows, and Rob Love and John Crawford received Blue Sapphire honours. Hans Zonneveldt was named Rotarian of the Year.
John Crawford is awarded the Blue Sapphire. Photo: Supplied
Lorraine Greenwood of District AG officially inducted Doug, James, and Ellie as the Sharing Presidents for the 2024/25 term.
The Cobram Rotary Club looks forward to another fruitful year of community service.
RJ Cornish Memorial Apprentice of the Year recipient is Kevin Griffin from BMC Welding. Photo: Supplied
Robert Love is also a Blue Sapphire awardee, along with John Crawford. Photo: Supplied
Incoming president Ellie Stephens is awarded the Paul Harris Fellow Award. Photo: Supplied
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