One of the clearest measures of how civilized a society is lies in the way it treats its most vulnerable: children, the elderly, and those who are materially deprived. They depend not only on systems and institutions, but also on the collective conscience of the community around them. How we care for those who cannot always advocate for themselves says much about who we are.
At Rotary Club of Queenstown, we are acutely aware of our own privilege. We live and work in a country where social structures function, where education, healthcare, and basic welfare are largely assured. This places us in a position not only of comfort, but of responsibility. Rotary’s guiding principle of Service Above Self reminds us that privilege finds its highest purpose when it is shared.
This spirit is reflected in RCQ’s projects, whether supporting children and families locally, standing alongside caregivers and the elderly, or extending help beyond our borders to communities facing far greater fragility. These efforts are not acts of charity alone; they are affirmations of dignity, solidarity, and humanity.
In choosing to serve the most vulnerable, we reaffirm Rotary’s core belief: that a society, and a club, is strongest when it looks after those who need it most, and that a strong community is one that makes room for everyone.■
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Monday January 5, 2026
The weekly meeting was chaired byPP Marcel.
PP To Chee Kan spoke with enthusiasm about his passion for drone piloting, sharing both insights and experience.
The evening concluded on a sweet note with galette des rois, kindly offered by Rtn Sophie in celebration of Epiphany.
To see more photos of this event, please clickhere.
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Monday January 12, 2026
The RCQ weekly meeting on 12 January was chaired by President Marcel, who shared the usual updates and Club announcements. The guest speaker for the evening was Marion Müller (Swizzy Pte Ltd, Singapore). Ms. Müller is a Swiss content creator, social media coach and keynote speaker based in Singapore.She shared insights from her personal and professional journey, and her reflections on resilience and learning from setbacks, all of which offered a candid perspective that engaged the audience.The theme of her presentation: “Why Playing It Safe Is Your Biggest Risk", focused on the idea that playing it safe can often be the biggest risk.
To see more photos of this event, please click here.
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Club Assembly
RCQ’s weekly Club Assembly marked key milestones and future initiatives.
Peter Storer, Ambassador of Austria to Singapore, was welcomed as an HonoraryMember. Robert Jeker and TS Koh became Paul Harris Fellows, AndySchmidt was recognised as Major Donor Level 1, and President Marcel upgraded to Paul Harris Fellow (+7).
PE Shikha announced her major project in partnership with Dementia Singapore, supporting caregivers through learning initiatives and raising awareness of dementiacaregiving within RCQ.
To see more photos of this event, please clickhere.
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Monday January 26, 2026
The weekly meeting on 26 January 2026 was chaired by President Marcel.
Singapore Poly Rotaractors Shri and Nalia shared their experiences and key takeaways from participating in their first Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) programme in Sabah.
The evening also featured a second talk by Mithra Natarajan, who spoke engagingly about choosing canoeing over Netflix and the lessons drawn from that decision.
We are delighted to congratulate Rtn Andreas G. Schmidt on achieving Major Donor Level 1 recognition on January 3, 2026.
Andy’s continued generosity and steadfast commitment to The Rotary Foundation truly embody Rotary’s spirit of Doing Good Together. We thank Rtn Andy sincerely for the meaningful impact of his support.
We are pleased to announce that Rtn TS Koh and Rtn Robert Jeker have been recognised as Paul Harris Fellows, and that President Marcel has upgraded his recognition to Paul Harris Fellow (+7).
These distinctions reflect their strong commitment to The Rotary Foundation and to Rotary’s humanitarian mission. We extend our sincere thanks to them for their generosity and continued support in advancing Rotary’s work.
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Welcoming H.E. Peter Storer as Honorary Member
On January 19, 2026, His ExcellencyPeter Storer, Ambassador of Austria to Singapore, was warmly welcomed as an Honorary Member of RCQ. He succeeds His Excellency Peter Guschelbauer, who also served as an Honorary Member during his tenure as Ambassador of Austria to Singapore.
We extend our sincere appreciation to Ambassador Storer for his support and engagement with our community.
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Caring for the Caregivers:
Supporting Migrant Workers Caring for Persons with Dementia
On the occasion of the Club Assembly on Monday 19 January, PE Shikha introduced her signature project, nicknamed Project Lotus 2026-2027, outlining an initiative developed in partnership with Dementia Singapore to support and upskill migrant caregivers caring for persons living with dementia. PE Shikha’s project aims to upskill and support migrant caregiver workers in Singapore, who form the backbone of care for persons living with dementia.
The program will be delivered over four Sundays starting April 2026 and will provide hands-on vocational training, alongside practical techniques to help caregivers safeguard their mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
The curriculum spans understanding dementia, mental wellness, physical wellness, money, career, and technology; it also includes recreational activities (such as visits to iconic Singapore landmarks), acknowledging the importance of social exposure and respite for migrant caregivers. While locally focused, the project draws on global best practices from ageing societies worldwide in building resilient dementia care-giving structures. It reflects the Club’s commitment to meaningful, future-ready community impact.
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RCQ February–March Meeting Update
There will be no RCQ weekly meetings on 16 and 23 February 2026. The Club’s next gathering will be the Chinese New Year Dinner, to be held on Monday, 2 March 2026, at the Tanglin Club. Partners are warmly welcome to join the celebration.
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Saturday, January 3, 2025
RCQ members enjoying fellowship over a shared meal, with
good conversation and cheerful spirits around the table.
_________________________________ Saturday, January 11, 2025
A relaxed and convivial moment of exchange among friends
in PP PokZin's office. _________________________________ Saturday, 17 January 2025
RCQ members, together with their families and friends, took part in the Club’s second beach clean-up of the year. A total of 21 participants gathered at Changi Bay, joining forces to help preserve the coastline and promote environmental awareness.
_________________________________ Friday, 23 January 2025 FRCS Fund Raising Dinner "Rotary Got Talent" event
RCQ members supporting the “Rotary Got Talent” fundraising event organised by FRCS on 23 January, contributed a total of SGD 8,350 in support of the cause.
RCQ members came together to enjoy the opening night of a painting exhibition at Tembusu Art Gallery, held as part of Singapore Art Week (SAW), which took place from 22 to 26 January 2026. The event proudly showcased artworks by Rtn Victoria Chan and Rotarian Hrishikesh Unni, whose paintings added a special Rotary presence to this vibrant celebration of art.
_________________________________ Saturday January 24, 2026
A warm welcome and fellowship moment at home _________________________________ Sunday January 25, 2026
Enjoying an active outing together and sharing camaraderie,
sustainability, and good spirits _________________________________ Thursday 29 January, 2026
Foundation Committee meeting _________________________________ Saturday 31 January, 2026
At Temasek shophouse watching "A Singapore Dementia
Story", a film that offered insight, empathy, and thoughtful
reflection
Fellowship lunch at a Taiwanese restaurant after the film
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February 2026
Date: Feb 06, 2026
Event: RCQ's 51st Birthday
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Date: Feb 11, 2026
Event: Board of Directors' meeting (#8)
(hosted by Jeyan)
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Date: February 23, 2026
Event: World Understanding and Peace Day (WUPD)
Time: 19:00 - 22:00
Venue: Grand Hyattt Singapore, The Gallery, Level 1M
Ticket: $140 per person
Registration: https://tinyurl.com/wupd2026
REGISTRATION is now OPEN
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March 2026
Date: March 2, 2026
Event: RCQ CNY Dinner
Venue: Tanglin Club, Raffles Room
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Date: March 11, 2026
Event: Board of Directors' meeting (#9)
(hosted by Rtn Anne-Sophie)
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Date: March 28, 2026
Event: Willing Hearts #3
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April 2026
Date: Thu 9 - Sun 12 April (dates are tentative)
Event: RCQ field trip to projects in Vietnam Quang Tri and Hue
Open to RCQ members and partners
For details: please check RCQ Official WhatsApp Group
REGISTRATION is now OPEN
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Date: April 15, 2026
Event: Board of Directors' meeting (#10)
(hosted by PE Shikha)
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Date: April 18, 2026
Event: Beach Cleaning #3
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May 2026
Date: May 13, 2026
Event: Board of Directors' meeting (#11)
(hosted by Rtn TS)
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Date: May 22-24, 2026
Event: DISCON 2026 (Joint District Conference, Districts 3310 and 3300) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
For details: please check RCQ Official WhatsApp Group.
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June 2026
Date: June 10, 2026
Event: Board of Directors' meeting (#12)
(hosted by PP PokZin)
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Date: June 13-17, 2026
Event: 2026 Rotary International Convention
Venue: Taipei, Taiwan
More information will be shared at a later date. Join the 2026 Taipei Convention Interest Group to standby for more information.
