And, the community will be the major beneficiary.

At the organisation's 48th annual changeover dinner last week, 2018-2019 president Peter Moore outlined plans to construct a bike trail or walking track in town with the assistance of Muswellbrook Shire Council.

"About a year ago, it was agreed that we needed to identify a task [or projects] locals could engage with - and benefit by," he said.

"One suggestion was utilising the area between the Denman Pony Club and Apex Lookout.

"After sending out a number of letters, outlining our idea, we received a very positive response from council.

"We even met with a couple of their representatives, Gerry Bobsien and Paul Chandler.

"Council then engaged Tom Green, the managing director of Final Form Regeneration, to develop a plan.

"They've since obtained a grant - and are putting it out to tender.

"Council will continue to engage with us as the project proceeds.

"So, we're thrilled to be involved in the process.

"It's a good example of how clubs can come up with a strategy, and work with others, to benefit the local community.

"I'd like to acknowledge and thank council for all they do to improve the infrastructure in our town."

The proposed venture was one of the many highlights for the organisation over a busy 12-month period.

The club also handed out donations, totalling $11,730, to a number of groups including the Rotary Foundation, District Governor's Partners Project, Denman Westpac Rescue Helicopter Support Group, Rotary Drought Appeal, Denman Sandy Hollow Junior Rugby League Football Club, District 9670 Foundation Raffle, Denman Junior Cricket Club, Legacy and Australian Red Cross.

Incoming president of the Maitland Sunrise Rotary Club, who spoke about SEAK (Safari's Education Aid for Kasaala), received a $1000 donation to assist with young girls' learning.

Four schools - Denman Public, St Joseph's Primary Denman, Martindale Public and Sandy Hollow Public - profited, too, each to the tune of $750.

While the drought affected some of the club's fundraising activities, members still supported the monthly Denman Markets, cooking bacon and egg rolls, and the Denman Sandy Hollow Junior Rugby League Football Club.

Before handing over the reins to Gareth James, Mr Moore praised his former number two, Graeme Pearson.

"It would be remiss of me to not welcome Dexter Burkhill back to our club and to express my gratitude to him for taking over the role of secretary when Graeme and Linda moved to their new abode at Eraring," he said.

"I'd like to thank Graeme, once again, for his work and his continued interest in the club.

"We wish you and Linda all the best.

"As for our members, and their partners, I'm grateful for all of your support and efforts during the year.

"As a small club, we all have to work together and have done so happily.

"We must continue to enjoy Rotary and our interactions in whatever form they may take."