Community Services
Making a tangible difference in Healesville is at the heart of what we do. Our Community team identifies local needs and implements projects that enhance the quality of life for our neighbors - be it through running community events or initiatives, supporting local organisations, or addressing social challenges.
Some of our many Community events, projects and fundraisers
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Community Directory
Known as the Healesville ‘bible', the directory is the perfect place for all local businesses & services to reach out to the local community. It’s available free to all residents throughout Healesville and Yarra Glen and has been our major fundraiser for over 40 years.
A 2-3 line listing in any ONE category is FREE!
If you have any queries regarding the directory, please contact Bambi Dyson.
P: 0482 599 861
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Dog's Day Out
RETURNING 2027!
Our most popular event - the perfect dau for all dog lovers and owners. Bring your friends and family (including your 4-legged family members) for a fun filled day out, enter competitions like waggiest tail or prettiest pooch, and take part in our grand parade! -
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Defibs for Healesville Police
Defibrillators aren’t standard issue for police response vehicles, even though police are often first on the scene at cardiac emergencies. We changed that for the Healesville Police Response Van.
It means that when our police respond to jobs where a cardiac arrest is happening, they can immediately start lifesaving treatment, which is especially important for a town like Healesville, where ambulances may need to come from Lilydale or beyond. -
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The Marvellous March Dance
As part of the Connecting Community Festival, we host an annual Dance night in March each year, which features live music, plenty of dancing and making new friends!
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Celebrating Culture
Rotary is made up of people from all walks of life, so we like to celebrate all Rotarians cultures! From Hindu festivals such as Diwali, to Australia Day events, and even themed meetings such as Egyptian Night, we love to celebrate all types of culture at Rotary!
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Creating Christmas Joy
Every year, we transform the main street of Healesville with Christmas Joy - Decorating Maroondah Highway in colourful Christmas wreaths and even having pop ups where you can meet Santa!
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Love Healesville
This Rotary initiative is all about celebrating Healesville - What’s not to love?!
It includes an online Facebook community, where people can share memories, local updates, photos, stories, and all the things we love about Healesville.
We also sell Love Healesville Merch (like hats and Tshirts) - With all proceeds going straight back into Rotary initiatives and events that make a difference in Healesville & beyond!
