Sandra has been ACT Regional Chair since 2006 and has been the recipient of multiple Rotary awards including several Sapphire Paul Harris Fellowships.
She also serves on the Board of Kids in Care ACT providing joy to vulnerable children with Christmas gifts and producing emergency Go Bags to Children, Youth and Families and to Domestic Violence centres.
Sandra joined Rotary in 1999 with the Rotary Club of Ginninderra, becoming President in 2006. After learning about ROMAC, her club hosted the first ROMAC child in Canberra.
In 2008 Sandra was the Charter President for the Rotary club of Gungahlin and then President of Gungahlin twice since.
Her work with ROMAC children fits perfectly with her career as a registered nurse and midwife. Sandra is pictured (above right) helping District 9705 Chair Debbie Whitfield treat Vanuatu club feet patient Anis to a ROMAC-style 13th birthday.
In 2010 she obtained a Memorandum of Understanding between the ACT Government and ROMAC, providing care for up to four ROMAC children a year in Canberra Public hospital. Sandra has also organised for three ROMAC children to be treated pro bona for surgery at ACT Calvary Private hospital.
Sandra has been able to Sandra also established an ongoing agreement with the ACT Minister of Education in 2017 to waive fees for ROMAC patients attending school in between surgery or waiting to be medically discharged.
Sandra was awarded Rotary’s “Four Avenues of Service Citation” in 2009-10 and the “Service Above Self Award” in 2013-14. In 2015 she was a finalist as the ACT Senior Australian of the Year for her involvement with ROMAC, which gave her an opportunity to talk widely about Rotary International’s ROMAC program that was established at a Rotary program in 1988. She received the 9705 District Governor’s “Excellence in International Service” in 2019-20.
Sandra is married to Brian and has three sons. She and Brian have walked the Kokoda track, the Mt Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Circuit and Mt Kilimanjaro.
The Rotary Club of Gregory Hills Next-Gen hosted its annual Lei Day High Tea bringing together community members for a wonderful day of fellowship, entertainment and fundraising in support of ROMAC.
Another month has passed and it is time to welcome everyone to our May newsletter.
The Rotary Club of North Ryde has held a Lei Day barbecue at Bunnings Warehouse Gladesville to raise funds for ROMAC.
Lane Cove, Sydney pharmacy Gavin Starr Pharmacist Advice has donated much-needed paracetamol to Eastern Region.
Belmont Rotary Club has committed to supporting ROMAC following a presentation by Eastern Region Committee member Louise Hay.
Two ROMAC leaders took an opportunity to draw more support for the charity at the District 9675 Assembly recently.
Two leading New Zealand ROMAC supporters have received lifetime recognition awards.
Dr Eric Horne has been a Rotarian since December 1971, an active member for almost 50 years and an Honorary member in more recent years.
Geoff Pownall once thought his Rotary journey was complete.
Sharon and her husband Wayne have made an extraordinary contribution to ROMAC for more than a decade.
ROMAC’s Central Region Committee is planning support arrangements for 12-year-old Miliana from Vanuatu, who will be treated at Adelaide Women’s and Children’s Hospital.
ROMAC was honoured to be part of the combined Rotary District 9660 and 9685 Conference — sharing stories that reflect the hope, courage, and life-changing impact at the heart of our work.
More than 350 Rotarians from three districts had an opportunity to learn more about ROMAC last month.
The Acting Chair role, together with the Operations Director role, continues to keep me busy.
This is my first newsletter as the Acting ROMAC Chair and what a busy time the last month has been.
An anonymous repeat donor has thanked ROMAC for the gift we sent in appreciation.
ROMAC shared life saving stories at the District 9675 Conference, strengthening community support to continue transforming children's lives.
Sunshine Coast Rotary clubs recently gathered for their annual Trivia Challenge, raising over $9,000 for ROMAC.
We are delighted to welcome Anita Binns, who has recently joined ROMAC as our volunteer HR Co-ordinator.
Glenys Parton, ROMAC Chair, announces a leadership change.
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Sight is vital to a child’s well-being and future. This Timor-Leste mother pays tribute to those who helped her son regain his and expresses her heartfelt gratitude.
ROMAC relies on the dedication of many volunteers, together with the ongoing support of Rotary clubs. Rockhampton South Rotary Club was recently recognised for their support of ROMAC.
Antonio sustained a traumatic eye injury after being struck by a ball while playing football with friends.
The latest on the beneficial collaboration between ACT Health and ROMAC.
ROMAC Chair Glenys Parton's end of 2025 message.
ROMAC confirmed the recipients of the 2024–25 volunteer recognition awards.
Maggie Alexander's contribution to ROMAC over the past 8 years was recognised at the ROMAC AGM.
Whether you volunteer, donate, or spread the word, your contribution brings a child closer to life changing surgery.
