Events

I’m a proud mum and grandmother who has called Queensland home since moving from Melbourne in 1996. My partner Peter and I have been running our own business since 1997, and when I’m not working, you’ll find me out in the garden (I definitely have a green thumb!), walking my dog Ally along the beach in Caloundra, or planning my next adventure—Paris and Turkey are two of my absolute favourite places to visit.

My journey with Shed the Light began 20 years ago when I met its founder, Susan. Her passion for helping vulnerable children in Nepal was truly inspiring, and I knew I wanted to be part of it. I’ve now been President of the orphanage for 15 years, working alongside an incredible team to support the children in any way we can. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of visiting Nepal twice (and I’m hoping to go again soon!), helping open the Nepali shop in Maleny to raise funds, and leading the redesign of the orphanage’s website to share our work with more people.

I’m really excited to share more about Shed the Light with you all and to talk about the difference we can make together.

THIS IS A PARTNERS BREAKFAST OPPORTUNITY

FULL BREAKFAST IS PROVIDED BY THE SALVOS ALONG WITH

AN INFORMATIVE UPDATE ON THEIR OPERATIONS 

MORNING WILL BE FACILIATED BY THE ONE AND ONLY JAMES CONDON

Join us for a Walking Tour of Caloundra,s Amazing Street Art

All will be outlined and there significance explained during the walk 

BREAKFAST ---VENUE 

THE FAMOUS LAMKIN LANE COFFEE EMPORIUM 

6.45 am Coffee

7.00 am  Breakfast

7.30 am Walk Comences from Lamkin Lane 

NB PLEASE REGISTER OR DECLINE 

PLEASE REGISTER ASAP FOR THE LAUNCH OF THE RED SHIELD APPEAL.

WE NEED TO NUMBERS FOR SEATING ARRNGEMENTS

Need Rotarians to help set up from 8:00am and to take down after 12:30pm

BIO - Amanda & Sophie’s Story – Founders of HospitalPJs.com

HospitalPJs.com was founded by Amanda after her daughter, Sophie, suffered a stroke at just four years old and became a frequent patient at the Mater Children’s Hospital. Inspired by the challenges of hospital life—especially the difficulty of dressing a child connected to medical equipment—Amanda began designing bright, hospital-friendly pyjamas that were both practical and uplifting.

What started as a way to bring comfort to Sophie soon grew into a mission to support other children and families during hospital stays. The pyjamas are now donated free of charge, thanks to generous sponsors.

Today, Sophie is 19 and at university, working alongside Amanda to raise $100,000 in honour of Queensland Children’s Hospital’s 10th birthday—continuing their commitment to bringing dignity, colour, and comfort to children in care.

Maggie Cairns is a community facilitator and program lead with a passion

for supporting women and marginalised communities through connection,

dignity, and practical solutions.  Maggie was brought on a year ago to lead Better Together Housing

through the final year of its initial five-year, state-funded chapter. Her role has

been to evolve the program using a strong community development

approach, building relationships, confidence, and outcomes for women over

55 facing housing insecurity.

BREAKFAST IS AT WINDANSEA NEXT TUESDAY 1ST JULY, PLEASE REGISTER AND AFTER REGISTERING PLEASE TRANSFER YOUR BREAKFAST MONEY OF $22.OO  INTO ACCOUNT NO. 633 000 A/C 130 984 073.  THIS IS A CATERED EVENT AND IF YOU SAY YOU ARE COMING AND DON'T TURN UP WE WILL NEED YOUR PAYMENT.  THANK YOU

PLEASE REGISTER YOURSELF AND GUESTS AND PAY INTO THE ACCOUNT LSITED ON THE INVITATION OR PAY AT A ROTARY MEETING.

IF YOU CAN'T REGISTER LET ME KNOW AND I WILL DO IT FOR YOU.

WE WILL BE GIVING A POSTHUMOUS PAUL HARRIS AWARD AND PIN TO MERV PADDISON'S FAMILY ON THE DAY.

STARTS AT 12:00 NOON

THANK YOU 

PLEASE NOTE THAT I HAVE CORRECTED THE DAY WHICH WAS MEANT TO BE TUESDAY IN THE FIRST EMAIL.

MY APOLOGIES.  

PLEASE REGISTER IF ABLE TO ASSIST OR NOT

VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED PROGRAM AND CATERING - PLEASE REGISTER IF ABLE TO HELP

VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED PROGRAM AND CATERING - PLEASE REGISTER IF ABLE TO HELP OR NOT

RYDA SET UP ONLY PLEASE REGISTER ASAP

PLEASE REGISTER EITHER FOR PROGRAM OR CATERING ASAP

PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH - PROGRAM OR CATERING,

PLEASE REGISTER EITHER FOR PROGRAM OR CATERING ASAP

PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH - PROGRAM OR CATERING

PLEASE REGISTER EITHER FOR PROGRAM OR CATERING ASAP

PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH - PROGRAM OR CATERING

MALENY SHS, FLEXI AND KAIROS CC

PLEASE REGISTER FOR RYDA SET UP ASAP

Christine Wellfare Location Manager White Lady Funerals Caloundra

• Became a Rotary Exchange Student in 1987 to New Zealand where I found my passion for the funeral industry
• Started working in the funeral Industry in 1995 at the age of 26
• Opened branches in Sutherland NSW and Roseville NSW
• Moved to QLD and opened White Lady Warana in 2009 and Caloundra in 2014
• Worked with many nursing homes to deliver Pearls for Girls Beading Workshops
• Pet therapy – greyhound visits to nursing homes
• Looked after 1000’s of families creating a meaningful farewell for their loved ones for over 30 years in two states
• Arranged pre paid funeral plans
• Volunteer for the CWA SconeTime project

PLEASE REGISTER EITHER FOR PROGRAM OR CATERING ASAP

PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH - PROGRAM OR CATERING

PACIFIC LUTHERAN AND CALOUNDRA CITY PRIVATE SCHOOL

PLEASE REGISTER EITHER FOR PROGRAM OR CATERING ASAP

PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH - PROGRAM OR CATERING

BEERWAH STATE HIGH SCHOOL & GLASSHOUSE CHRISTIAN COLLEGE

PLEASE REGISTER EITHER FOR PROGRAM OR CATERING ASAP

PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH - PROGRAM OR CATERING

KAWANA WATERS STATE HIGH SCHOOL

PLEASE REGISTER FOR RYDA SET UP ASAP

PLEASE REGISTER EITHER FOR PROGRAM OR CATERING ASAP

PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH - PROGRAM OR CATERING

CHANCELLOR SC DAY 1

PLEASE REGISTER EITHER FOR PROGRAM OR CATERING ASAP

PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH - PROGRAM OR CATERING

CHANCELLOR SC DAY 2

PLEASE REGISTER EITHER FOR PROGRAM OR CATERING ASAP

PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH - PROGRAM OR CATERING

CHANCELLOR SC DAY 2

Greg is a member of the rotary Club of Maleny

Emma is an Occupational Therapist with over 30 years of experience working in mental health and runs her own private  OT practice. Emma uses beekeeping as part of her therapy to encourage mindfulness as an activity to assist mental health.

She works for Lifeline in their Community Recovery team when called upon.

Emma is also a volunteer lifesaver at Dicky Beach Surf Club

Her hobbies are beekeeping, yoga, cycling, bush walking, ocean swimming and camping

Greg is a Pharmacist with over 30 years experience working both part time and locuming in the Sunshine Coast area

He is a volunteer lifesaver at Dicky Beach Surf Club

His hobbies are beekeeping, woodwork, bush walking, ocean swimming, camping and music

Donna Cavanagh
Dip Mental Health
Member of the Australian &
New Zealand Mental Health Association
Recovery Coach
Australia Day Awards (Ipswich Citizen of the Year 2023)
Helping Support Minds
Mental Health First Aid Training
1.5hr Mental Health Workshops
Outreach Mental Health Services