As we step into 2026, I want to begin with two words that matter most: thank you.
Because of you - our donors, our walkers, our volunteers, our clubs, our researchers, and our army of supporters - countless Australians are living with more hope, better care, and stronger mental health outcomes. Your generosity has funded world-class research, supported emerging scientists, and helped break the silence around mental illness in families, schools, and communities across Australia.
I’m honoured to introduce myself as the new CEO of Australian Rotary Health, and to walk alongside you into this next chapter.
What inspires me most about ARH is not just what we fund - but why. We invest in evidence, early intervention, and prevention. We support research that reaches people before crisis hits. And we do this with a deep belief that mental health is everyone’s business.
In 2026, we are sharpening our focus on children, young people, and families - because the early years shape everything that follows. With your continued support, we will fund research that improves real lives, strengthens communities, and delivers measurable impact.
This year is not just about what ARH will do.
It’s about what we will do together.
Thank you for being part of this movement. I can’t wait to discover what more might be possible, together.
