We've been around a while... over 100 years in fact. Since 1905, Rotary has been making a positive impact in the world. Beginning in Chicago before spreading throughout the world, Rotary first touched our shores in Australia in 1921, with the charter of the Rotary Club of Melbourne, closely followed by the charter of a Sydney Club and other Clubs around the nation. Since that time Rotary has grown all over Australia, and no matter where you are, you'll find a Club near you that has contributed to some amazing things.. Rotary is a worldwide organisation of business, professional and community leaders. Clubs are non-political, non-religious and open to all cultures, races and creeds. Richly rewarding, Rotary International gives you the opportunity to 'pay it forward' and to have a positive impact wherever you choose. The Rotary Club of Gympie Cooloola is a proud member of the worldwide Rotary family and members take pride in providing a service to our Gympie Region community and focusing on the Rotary philosophy of 'Service Above Self'.