Rotary reef revisited

A giant artificial reef in the shape of a Rotary wheel restores marine life and protects the livelihood of several fishing villages in the Philippines


In the calm blue waters of Lamon Bay in Quezon Province, Philippines, lies a source of pride for local fishermen and a submerged salute to Rotary: an artificial reef in the shape of a Rotary wheel. The wheel has helped restore the local fishing industry, which was devastated by large-scale commercial fishing vessels that used dynamite, cyanide, and fine mesh nets from the late 1990s through the early 2000s.

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back International activity focuses on Rotary's seven main causes - promoting peace, fighting disease, providing clean water, saving mothers and children, promoting education, growing local economies and protecting the environment.

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Chertsey Rotary supports Walk the Walk

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Polio must be wiped out to make sure no child falls prey to this paralysing and sometimes fatal illness. In 2020 Africa was declared to be polio free only Afghanistan & Pakistan remain endemic with the polio virus

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Supporting Surrey British Legion

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A chance to win Prizes whilst supporting Chertsey Rotary's work for communities at home and abroad

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On 16th February 2022 President - Elect Brian Perry handed over a cheque to Home Farm, a community hub set up to promote togetherness and sustainable living

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Rotarian Brian Perry presents a cheque for £500 to Jenny Wardill of Runnymede Foodbank whilst observing social distancing rules

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Black Cherry Fair on Abbey Fields NEW website www.blackcherryfair.com Support our local community and help local charities raise some much-needed funds.

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History of Chertsey

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Club International and Foundation Projects

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