Guest Speakers Dr Jenny Keast and Elizabeth Sinclair, CEO, Yea & District Memorial Hospital.
Dr Jen Keast, supported by Elizabeth Sinclair, took the opportunity to speak of the new, world first, oral cancer screening pro-gram, Mouth Mapping, which will be launched on the 1st May, 2026, 11.30 am at the sale yards.
This is an innovative digital health tool de-signed to improve access to oral cancer seeing for rural communities. This opportunity is made possible by the partnership with Rotary Club of Yea, Yea Hospital and the University of Melbourne.
Evaluation of the Mouth Mapping program will be done by La Trobe University.
MouthMap uses high quality medical photography to take detailed images of your mouth. These images are reviewed by specialist doctors, which report back to your local GP or Dentist.
Yea Rotary will assist with funds for the camera, chair, equipment and ongoing costs to deliver this project.
After the initial evaluation of the Yea program, the Mouth Mapping program will be launched internationally, namely London and Berlin.
The Saleyards Programs, which included mental health support, create opportunities for individuals to attend clinics without making appointments.
Vote of Thanks—Jill Heath
“Health on the Move, powered by Yea Hospital and Rotary Club of Yea!”
Dr Jen Keast, supported by Elizabeth Sinclair, took the opportunity to speak of the new, world first, oral cancer screening pro-gram, Mouth Mapping, which will be launched on the 1st May, 2026, 11.30 am at the sale yards.
This is an innovative digital health tool de-signed to improve access to oral cancer seeing for rural communities. This opportunity is made possible by the partnership with Rotary Club of Yea, Yea Hospital and the University of Melbourne.
Evaluation of the Mouth Mapping program will be done by La Trobe University.
MouthMap uses high quality medical photography to take detailed images of your mouth. These images are reviewed by specialist doctors, which report back to your local GP or Dentist.
Yea Rotary will assist with funds for the camera, chair, equipment and ongoing costs to deliver this project.
After the initial evaluation of the Yea program, the Mouth Mapping program will be launched internationally, namely London and Berlin.
The Saleyards Programs, which included mental health support, create opportunities for individuals to attend clinics without making appointments.
Vote of Thanks—Jill Heath
“Health on the Move, powered by Yea Hospital and Rotary Club of Yea!”
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| Dr Jenny Keast | Elizabeth Sinclair, |
Chairperson—Tony Jacobs
Prior to introducing our guest speakers tonight, Tony took the opportunity to explain that the proposed Rotary/Yea Hospital project to install a permanent facility at the saleyards for the Saleyards Health Program will not proceed due to complications with building permits and site installations.
The YDMH Saleyards Program will continue thanks to the availability of the Murrindindi Health Van which will be on site.
Prior to introducing our guest speakers tonight, Tony took the opportunity to explain that the proposed Rotary/Yea Hospital project to install a permanent facility at the saleyards for the Saleyards Health Program will not proceed due to complications with building permits and site installations.
The YDMH Saleyards Program will continue thanks to the availability of the Murrindindi Health Van which will be on site.
Club Assembly:
President Darryl -
The Rotary Clubs of Gippsland, who provided the amenities trailer now on site at the Highlands Hall, have held fundraisers and a sum of $3,000 is to be paid into our ‘fire Fund, along with the provision of a trade trailer full of chainsaws and fencing equipment, which will initially to to the UGLN for as long as needed.
A further $20,000 (40 x $500 vouchers) has been made available thanks to Emma and District.
Secretary Glenda -
• Still have Christmas Cakes for sale, $20
• 40th Anniversary Dinner is coming up fast. Please rsvp and pay as soon as possible so that we know our numbers.
• Football Gate Roster is being circulated.
• Last meeting for Yea Races this season is 18th April. Eoghan is organising the roster.
Club Services—Glenn
Glenn has been working on the speakers program for the next month -
Community Services—Sam
• Roster for Yea Football/Netball Club Gate home & away games circulated.
• ANZAC day BBQ and chairs at cenotaph.
Treasurer—Gary
Finances up to 30 March circulated via email.
Having missed our Art Show and Cycle Dindi events, funds are low. Disbursements will be limited.
International—Jill
$5,000 has been made available to the Share Project from the Goroka Funds to assist with shipping a container of medical equipment to Goroka Hospital.
Tony—UGLN Fencing Program.
RAWCS has reached out to offer funds to support fire victims. RC of Yea and Up-per Goulburn Landcare Network will enter into an agreement to enable funds to be accessed to support a coordinator of the fencing program.
President Darryl -
The Rotary Clubs of Gippsland, who provided the amenities trailer now on site at the Highlands Hall, have held fundraisers and a sum of $3,000 is to be paid into our ‘fire Fund, along with the provision of a trade trailer full of chainsaws and fencing equipment, which will initially to to the UGLN for as long as needed.
A further $20,000 (40 x $500 vouchers) has been made available thanks to Emma and District.
Secretary Glenda -
• Still have Christmas Cakes for sale, $20
• 40th Anniversary Dinner is coming up fast. Please rsvp and pay as soon as possible so that we know our numbers.
• Football Gate Roster is being circulated.
• Last meeting for Yea Races this season is 18th April. Eoghan is organising the roster.
Club Services—Glenn
Glenn has been working on the speakers program for the next month -
Community Services—Sam
• Roster for Yea Football/Netball Club Gate home & away games circulated.
• ANZAC day BBQ and chairs at cenotaph.
Treasurer—Gary
Finances up to 30 March circulated via email.
Having missed our Art Show and Cycle Dindi events, funds are low. Disbursements will be limited.
International—Jill
$5,000 has been made available to the Share Project from the Goroka Funds to assist with shipping a container of medical equipment to Goroka Hospital.
Tony—UGLN Fencing Program.
RAWCS has reached out to offer funds to support fire victims. RC of Yea and Up-per Goulburn Landcare Network will enter into an agreement to enable funds to be accessed to support a coordinator of the fencing program.
David Anderson receives award
It is with great pleasure that the Rotary Club of Yea congratulates our very own PDG David Anderson on receiving an award in recognition of his long standing commitment and passion to the Rotary Foundation, Rotary’s Charity that is responsible for doing such good in the world.
This is the extract from District 9790 month-ly newsletter:
“The Rotary Foundation Citation for Meritorious Service recognises individual Rotarians who demonstrated outstanding service to our Foundation. Each year District 9790 nominates one member to honour their commitment, enthusiasm and passion for these ideals. On behalf of Rotary Foundation Trus-tees, District Governor Emma Davis awarded the award to our Regional Rotary Foundation Co-ordinator PDG David Anderson of Yea Rotary. We truly value and appreciate David’s enthusiastic service to the Foundation.
Congratulations on receiving this prestigious honour.”
We are all proud of you Ando! Keep up the great work that you do.
This is the extract from District 9790 month-ly newsletter:
“The Rotary Foundation Citation for Meritorious Service recognises individual Rotarians who demonstrated outstanding service to our Foundation. Each year District 9790 nominates one member to honour their commitment, enthusiasm and passion for these ideals. On behalf of Rotary Foundation Trus-tees, District Governor Emma Davis awarded the award to our Regional Rotary Foundation Co-ordinator PDG David Anderson of Yea Rotary. We truly value and appreciate David’s enthusiastic service to the Foundation.
Congratulations on receiving this prestigious honour.”
We are all proud of you Ando! Keep up the great work that you do.