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Our club members are dedicated men and women who share a passion for community service and friendship. Becoming a Rotarian connects you with a diverse group who share your drive to give back.

Members of the Rotary Club of Fairy Meadow are proud to announce our annual High Tea Fundraiser for KAIROS Outside is on again at Corrimal RSL on Saturday 31st October starting at 2:00 p.m.

Tickets are available now at $55 pp

The High Tea will be preceeded by a Fashion Showing presented by Scremlins Designs Ladieswear when you will be able to order garments.

KAIROS Outside, the recipients of this fundraising event, provides support to women who have been impacted by the imprisonment of a family member or friend.

Registration will close on Wednesday 14th October at 11:59 p.m. and there will be a Wait List.

If you are unable to attend or you would like to make a donation as well as attending, you can make a donation during the registration process.

Click here to download this flyer

DV Safe Phones - an ongoing project

A community approach to tackling Domestic Violence.

In conjunction with DV Safe Phone the Rotary Club of Fairy Meadow is collecting old, working, mobile phones to be refurbished and sent out to agencies supporting those impacted by Domestic Violence.

Our initial collection point is the Bendigo Bank, 37-39 Princes Hwy, Fairy Meadow and we would love to receive your old working mobile ‘phone, charger, and cables.

Another collection point is at Clarity Eyewear shop 1/112-116 Princes Hwy, Fairy Meadow.

Our latest collection point is Fairy Meadow Newsagency 35A Princes Highway, Fairy Meadow.

Please ensure that you follow the instructions to wipe any personal data from the mobile before donating it.

For instructions on how to wipe any smart phone (Apple iPhone, Samsung Galaxy or other Android) go to this link and scroll down to the heading ”Prepare your phone/s for sending” and follow the relevant instructions.

If your group, outlet or organisation would like to be a collector of mobile 'phones on behalf of RC of Fairy Meadow/DV Safe Phone please contact the secretary.

Watch this space as more collection points become available in the near future.

Imagination Library Illawarra

In 1995, the Dollywood Foundation implemented Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Sevier County, Tennessee. This monthly book gifting program for children under five focused on inspiring a love of books and reading for all preschool children in the county. What was founded as a local program grew into an international movement through the unique partnership among the Dollywood Foundation, the publisher, the fulfillment centres and the thousands of local organizations who adopted the programme. The Imagination Library continues to be the signature program of the Dollywood Foundation.

Source Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. (2015). The Dollywood Foundation. [online] Available at: https://imaginationlibrary.com/the-dollywood-foundation/ [Accessed 2 Sept. 2026].

Read the December 2025 Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Community Partner Newsletter

Since 2014 the Rotary Clubs of the Illawarra, under the banner "Imagination Library Illawarra", have been distributing books to the children of the Illawarra. As of May 2026 on average 180 books are posted out each month by United Way Australia on behalf of Imagination Library Illawarra. Many of these books will be read by/to other family members.

The project relies completely on public donations, Rotary Club donations, fundraising events and grants from local organisations such as the IMB Bank.

Some feedback from book recipients (November 2025):

• “The arrival of the new book is a highlight for our daughter each time, helping her to appreciate books as something precious. Reading through it together has become an enjoyable routine for her — as well as for us.”

• “The Imagination Library books have been very beneficial for my child’s reading development. Moyan looks forward to story time and is becoming more confident with new words. We particularly appreciate the stories about Australian Indigenous culture and Dreamtime, as they have helped my child develop an understanding and appreciation of different cultures. He really enjoys receiving a new story every month and loves sharing it with the family.”

• “It’s a wonderful way of learning a new language. My child grasps new vocabulary from these books, and they also help develop creativity and imagination. I’m very pleased to receive these books — thank you!”

• “The books encouraged Sahira to read more and improved her vocabulary. She enjoyed the stories, learned new words, and we are really thankful to the Imagination Library for these wonderful books.”

• “My child gets so excited to receive a new book each month. These books have really encouraged my child to enjoy reading.”

• “First, I would like to say thank you so much for the wonderful free books we receive every month from the Imagination Library! We truly appreciate your generosity — your program helps inspire a love of reading, especially in my child. When she was between one and three years old, her speech was very limited, and I was worried about her development. Every night she loved bedtime stories, and now, at four years old, she can speak hundreds of words and can even read sentences. She’s now ready for kindergarten next year! I’m so thankful to the Hub for encouraging us to join community programs. The Imagination Library is such a special gift that fosters a love of reading and brings excitement each time a new story arrives.”

• “Neel takes the initiative to bring books to me and asks me to read to him. He enjoys the stories and asks so many questions. Thank you!”

RI Club Excellence Award for 2025-26

The Rotary Club of Fairy Meadow has been awarded the RI Club Excellence Award for 2025-26 from Rotary International, the highest recognition a Rotary club can receive, for its service, growth, and commitment to the community it calls home.

The award, signed by Rotary International President Francesco Arezzo and Rotary Foundation Trustee Chair Holger Knaack, recognizes the club "for fostering a positive experience for its members and reflecting the values of Rotary."

This recognition from Rotary International celebrates our commitment to achieving our goals, strengthening Rotary, and making a real difference in our community.

Congratulations to all our dedicated members, friends and supporters!

Supporting Divine Mercy School in Kanungu Uganda

The Rotary Club of Fairy Meadow (D9675) Australia has committed to supporting a school, Divine Mercy School in Kanungu in southwestern Uganda, that provides education opportunities to very needy children especially orphans and children from very impoverished households.

Make a one-off donation or set up a regular donation here.

A little bit about Kanungu: