On the sad passing of our Dr Ian Fairnie AM

One week Ian was with us ... then he had passed away!

Our thoughts are foremost with Ian's family at this sad time.

For Applecross Rotary and Ian's vast friendship and network connections, we will all miss his true commitment to helping make a better world: for mentoring so many younger people over so many years, especially Uni Students, in being a real stalwart for our Rotary community and in ensuring that our 'so many in need' were spoken for and supported.

In his life as a veterinarian he had travelled the world and he was well recognised for his commitment to his profession. His meeting with and lobbying US President Jimmy Carter was a real highlight.

Since his life partner and fellow AxR member Helen passed away, Ian had soldiered on, and more recently, being stoic in dealing with his declining health issues.

We thank our late fellow Rotary traveler for his friendship and commitment over many years, and he will be so sadly missed.

Vale Ian, and safe travels on your next journey to meet up with your Helen again.

My thoughts for a man who truly made his mark in our world.…

Kenn.

Applecross Rotary President 2018-2019

The Rotary International Presidents theme when Ian was Club President ‘BE THE INSPIRATION’ could not be more appropriate as testament to Ian's community and working life as evidence for him being recognised in the 2020 Australia Day Order of Australia Honours.

• Secretary, The Alchemist Foundation Inc., and Co-Founding Director, since 2002.
• Board Member, Dreamfit Foundation, since 2014-2016.
• Director, Foodbank WA, 2004-2017, and Member, Senior Advisory Committee, since 2014.
• Organist, St Michael's Anglican Church, since 1998.
• Board Member, Volunteering WA, 2007-2013.
• Director, Edventures WA, 2006-2014.
• Elected Lay Representative, Anglican Synod of Perth, since 2015.
• Past Member, Advisory Group, Boronia Pre-Release Centre for Women.  

• President, Rotary Club of Applecross, 2018-2019, and Member, since 2015.
• Past New Generations Director, Rotary Club of Perth.
• Member, Rotary International, 1995-1998, 1985-1989 and since 2005.  

• National President, Australian Veterinary Association, 1989-1990, and Secretary, Victorian Division, 1968-1969.
• Founding President, Australian Association for Sheep Veterinarians, 1986-1988.
• Executive Member, World Veterinary Association, 1979-1983, and Chairman, Organising Committee for World Veterinary Congress, 1979-1983.
• National President, Australian Association for Veterinary Teaching and Research, 1980-1982.   

• President, Agribusiness Alumni Association, 2010-2012.
• Foundation Board Member, International Food and Agribusiness Management Association, 1990-1997.
• Founding Member, Australian and New Zealand Agribusiness Association, 1988-1989, and Conference Convenor, 1988 and 1989.
• Board Member, International Rural Exchange, 1987-1989.
• Board Member, Western Australian Meat Marketing Corporation, 1985-1989.
• Council Member, Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia, 1986-1989, and Member, Sheep Committee, 1980-1987.
• Board Member, Farm Management Foundation of Australia, 1986-1988.  
• Member, Ministerial Council on Agricultural Education and Training, 1985-1988.
• Member, International Advisory Committee on Sheep and Cattle Breeding, 1980-1984.
• WA President, Australian Society of Animal Production, 1980-1981, and Member, Federal Council, 1978-1980.   

• Dean, Campus and Community Life, 2003-2008, and Director, External and Community Relations, 1997-2002.
• Board Member and Founder, John Curtin Leadership Academy, 2008-2010.  
• Founder and Director, Mundjah Festival, 1996-1997.
• Founder, Curtin Volunteers! (student association undertaking community service), 1995.
• Senior Lecturer, WA Institute of Technology, 1979-1984.
• Chair, Agribusiness Industry Advisory Committee, C.Y. O'Connor Institute, 2010-2013, and Chair, Muresk Advisory Committee, 2010.
• President, Muresk Old Collegians' Association, 2010-2012.
• Dean and Director, Muresk Institute of Agriculture (part of Curtin University of Technology 1987-2008), 1985-1989.  

• Fellow, Australian Veterinary Association, 1998.
• Australian Veterinary Association Meritorious Service Award, 1979. 

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Good day fellow Rotarians

The Rotary Club of Attadale is presenting the Spring Concert on September 20 to raise money to help the homeless and others in need.

Much of the funds raised will be reserved for the “My Home” project to support the homeless, that is a major priority of the Cluster One clubs. 

For those who did not attend the 2026 Conference this Link to 2 items will take you to Michelle Blakeley’s presentation on “My Home”.  This is a life-changing project that deserves our support.

Could you please advertise the Spring Concert widely and invite all Cluster One Rotarians to come along and enjoy an afternoon of fine music and by doing so, help raise much needed funds for this very worthy project.

Full details of the concert are in the flyer below and you can book at https://www.trybooking.com/DOBOI or via the QR code.

If you would like to check out the superb quality of the Fremantle Chamber Orchestra visit their website and scroll down to listen to a variety their works.

We look forward to enjoying the pleasure of your company for what promises to be will be an absolutely superb concert.

Regards,

Rotary Club of Attadale

We invite all Rotarians (and others you know who may be interested) to HEALTHY MINDS, BRAINS & BODIES. Our 2026 ARH WA - Perron Institute forum on WA neuroscience and mental health features some of WA's brightest new researchers in these fields.  

Wednesday 23 September 2026
John McGrath Pavilion
97 Hensman Street South Perth
6.00 - 8.30pm (Registration from 5.30pm)

RSVP: Humanitix (The event is free but donations are welcomed)

Perron Institute students will showcase their research, and a panel forum will be part of this event.

Light hospitality will be provided: coffee, tea, juice, soft drink, or a glass of wine or beer, with nibbles.

Hope to see you there!

Warwick L Smith
Australian Rotary Health - WA Team

F: RotaryWAhealth

In an emergency, getting help quickly is what matters most. That's why all Australian mobile network operators work behind the scenes to help your Triple Zero (000) call connect. Even when you are outside of your providers coverage, a 000 call can still be made, if another mobile network is available.

Here’s how it works, the backups in place, and what to do if you’re having trouble connecting.

What happens when you call 000?
When you call 000 from a mobile phone, it will first try to connect using your mobile network. If your network isn't available, your phone will try to connect to another mobile network, if available. This is known as ‘emergency camp-on’.

What does emergency camp-on mean? 
If your network is unavailable, your phone looks for another available mobile network and temporarily connects to call 000. You don’t need to change any settings or do anything yourself. It works automatically at no cost to you – even without an active SIM in your phone.

What to do if your 000 call doesn't seem to be connecting?

1.    The emergency camp-on process can take time to connect to another network. Generally, there will be silence on the line while this happens. If your initial call doesn’t connect within around five seconds, hang up and try again immediately.
2.    On subsequent attempts, stay on the line for up to 60 seconds to give your phone the best chance to connect.

All phones are different: if emergency camp-on is available, iPhone will show ‘SOS’ or ‘SOS only’ depending on iOS version. Android will show ‘Emergency calls only’, ‘No service – emergency calls only’ or a small SOS icon.

If your phone shows ‘No service’, there is no mobile network coverage available where you are and you will not be able to call 000 using a mobile network. You may also see a satellite connection on some phones – but the same applies as 000 can't currently be reached over satellite.

Look for other ways to get help while you’re holding the line
Emergency camp-on won’t work if you are out of range of any network. In this situation:

•    Use a landline phone or public phone, if available.
•    Connect to Wi-Fi and use Wi-Fi calling on your device. Learn more about Wi-Fi Calling.

More information
If you cannot connect to Triple Zero, keep yourself safe, move away from danger if possible, help others where safe to do so, seek help from people nearby or, use any available means to contact emergency services.

For more information on connecting to 000, please visit triplezero.gov.au.