Yvonne Romp

 President

Club Warragul IWC (District A62)

Interests

My family is always at the centre of my life. I am fortunate to have a large family which includes nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. I love spending quality time with my family and also my wonderful husband, Clive. To keep on keeping on, I enjoy attending weekly exercise classes &  Pilates & catching up with friends over coffee or a meal & of course all things  Inner Wheel that I am lucky enough to be a part of.

Background

I am the middle of five daughters. After marrying and raising my three children, I commenced my working life as a part-time receptionist, then progressing through various roles to become an Administration and Finance Manager. In 2005 Clive and I purchased a small motel in Bairnsdale, where my journey with Inner Wheel began. Since joining Inner Wheel I have spent most of the years volunteering on many committees which has brought me to this very special position as IWA President for 2026-2027.

What does IW mean to you?

Inner Wheel has been a very significant part of my life since joining. I value the lasting friendships formed over the last 19 years, the opportunities to gain more experience & continued learning, the fundraising efforts that enable support those in need. To be a part of an organisation that makes such a positive difference in the community through volunteer service is both rewarding and inspiring.

Monique Maunder

Vice President

Club Trinity After Dark IWC (District A76)

Interests

Family, Friends, Reading, Theatre, Dancing, Travel, Sports

Background

Married with 2 children (adults) and a daughter-in-law. My husband and I own our own small business which operates in the Workplace Health and Safety area and the Registered Training Organization space. I was born in Albany, Georgia, USA but migrated to Australia when I was 18 months old. Mum was from Cairns and Dad was a US Serviceman. I have lived the rest of my life based in Cairns. My husband is a born and bred Cairns local as are my children. I have worked in a variety of industries but predominately in Administration, Bookkeeping and Financial areas.

What does IW mean to you?

Friendship, community service and individual growth are the things that spring to mind. As well as having a lot of good times.

Name Christine Wickes

Role National Editor (Elected Position)

District: A62  Club: Phillip Island

Interests: Reading, writing, sport and meeting up with friends. In my younger days I loved to participate in sport, particularly swimming, netball and volleyball but now a days I just watch it.

Background: I grew up in Sale, Victoria, and after graduating from Frankston Teachers’ College, I began a 49-year teaching career at Cowes Primary School. Outside teaching, I enjoyed sport and was active in the Guiding Movement, where an invitation to an Inner Wheel fundraiser led me to join as an Honorary Member in 2004. Since then, I have served in numerous leadership roles, including Club President four times, Secretary, Treasurer and Editor. At District level, I was Editor, District Chairman (2018–19), and Secretary. I also served as an Inner Wheel Australia Council Member and National Editor from 2020 to 2023.

 What does Inner Wheel mean to you?

Inner Wheel means friendship, service, and the opportunity to make a positive difference. It gives me a sense of belonging and purpose, while allowing me to work with others to support my community and promote understanding beyond it.

Name Karen Winters

Role  Constitution Chairman

District: A77  Club: Brisbane North

Like many, our family is the most important part of our lives. In my spare time I like to read, stitch, attend live theatre, make memories with family, and share time with friends.

I was born in Victoria but have lived in Queensland since my teenage years.  I have always worked in an office environment, having worked in two schools, a church and our own company for some years.

My membership enables me to meet interesting women who have a heart for service. Lifelong friendships throughout the world are made and we make a difference while having fun and supporting each other in our life’s journey.

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Name Suze Rogashoff

Role Directory Editor

District: A54  Club: Corowa District

Interests:  Gardening, rowing, travelling and figuring out what I am going to do in my retirement (I retired four years ago!)

Background: I grew up in Tasmania and have 2 siblings. In the early 80’s I joined the Army and after 10 years I resigned and then started a career in the public service.  I moved around quite a bit but spent the last 20 years of my working life in Canberra.

My partner Dermot and I moved to North East Victoria in 2021 and are renovating our home and establishing a garden.

What does Inner Wheel mean to you?

In 2021 I moved to the small country town of Wahgunyah and my aunt introduced me to Inner Wheel.  I joined the Corowa District Club and have met so many amazing women, made lifelong friends, and make a difference in my community.

Inner Wheel provided me the platform to do this, and in return I have used my skills and experience in a number of roles in my Club, District and Nationally.

Name  Erica Peck

Role  National Project Coordinator

District: A62  Club: Narre Warren

I am passionate about the valve of Inner Wheel, to both ourselves, plus our local and international community.

The Objects of Inner Wheel echo the current research completed on wellbeing and heart health. Wellbeing is multidimensional and something we all need to focus on, so we can be at our best. Inner Wheel is an amazing organisation that gives us the opportunity to develop our own potential and experience a sense of purpose while experiencing positive relationships with all those amazing women around us.

Name  Cheryl Leddy

Role  Merchansise Officer

District: A77  Club: Sunshine Coast

Interests: I enjoy attending Musicals and Plays. Love travelling going Caravaning and Cruising and doing Photobooks of trips.  Family is very important, have two girls and now four grandchildren aged six to 12 years.

Love to watch house renovations shows, and Interior decorating and organizing events and designing flyers etc.

Background: I grew up in Brisbane and shifted to Bundaberg when my husband Geoff was transferred there in 1975 as Shire Engineer. I joined Bundaberg Sunset Club in 1998 and shifted to Kings Beach, Caloundra in 2005, transferring to the Sunshine Coast Club. I am very honoured Caloundra Pacific Rotary Club presented me with a Paul Harris Fellow Award in 2022, and  I received an Inner Wheel Honoured Active badge in 2023.

What does Inner Wheel mean to you? Inner Wheel has given me the opportunity to meet some amazing, good friends throughout Australia. I have learnt new skills and I am very passionate about raising money for our National Project Cord Blood.

Name Lorraine Hyde

Role  Public Officer

Interests:  Other than Inner Wheel- amily & friends, knitting, reading, walking and I love looking after my granddaughter’s Cavoodle, Milo.

Background:   After moving from the Sydney area we moved to Wyong. Before long I was invited to an Inner Wheel meeting.  A few months later, at the Club meeting in August 1976 I was inducted into Inner Wheel.  This was the beginning of nearly 49 years of friendship with great ladies. I was asked to take on the position of Club Correspondent at the following February meeting.  From that day on I have held many positions in the club and A52 district. This led to becoming IWA Treasurer in 2002, followed by becoming IWA President in 2009 and then IIW Board Director in 2011.

What does Inner Wheel mean to you?

Inner Wheel gives me a purpose and opportunity to help others. I cannot image life without Inner Wheel. Having made so many friends over the years and being able to catch up at Conferences and Changeovers is an absolute joy. My Inner Wheel friends are like another family.