A new Lions club has officially opened in Adelaide, marking a special milestone for the Filipino-Australian community in South Australia.
The Adelaide Filipino Lions Club was officially chartered on April 5, 2025, during a special ceremony held at the Playford Civic Centre in Elizabeth. The event celebrated the launch of the club’s 33 charter members, all committed to serving their local community.
District 201 C1 Governor Steve Fawcett presented the official charter, formally welcoming the group into the Lions movement. The new club is proudly sponsored by the Elizabeth Playford Lions Club, which continues to support its growth and service journey.
The club’s inaugural president, Aisley Castigo-Hancock, and secretary, Christine Ivy Dieckmann, will lead the club’s initial projects. These will focus on community-driven initiatives in the Playford area, especially those supporting individuals and families in need.
District Global Leadership Training Coordinator Megan Butler praised the new members and their commitment.
“I am proud to welcome these individuals into Lions. Adelaide will be proud to have such a fine group of people serving its community,” Butler said.
Until it secures its own venue, the club will meet every third Monday of the month at 7 PM at the Elizabeth Playford Lions Club premises.
About Lions Clubs International
Lions Clubs International is the world’s largest service organisation, with over 1.4 million members in more than 200 countries. Founded in 1917, it is best known for helping communities through projects that focus on vision, hunger, environment, diabetes, childhood cancer, and disaster relief.
Lions clubs are run by volunteers who come together to make a difference in their local area. From fundraising and donating to schools or health clinics, to organising clean-up drives or helping during emergencies, Lions members are known for their motto: “We Serve.”
Lions in the Philippines
In the Philippines, Lions Clubs have a long history of community service. The first club was established in Manila in 1949, and since then, the organisation has grown to hundreds of clubs across the country. Filipino Lions regularly lead medical missions, feeding programs, livelihood projects, and support during natural disasters such as typhoons and earthquakes.
With the establishment of the Adelaide Filipino Lions Club, the spirit of Bayanihan—the Filipino tradition of community cooperation—finds a new home in South Australia, blending service, culture, and compassion.
For updates or to get involved, follow the club on Facebook: Adelaide Filipino Lions Club.
