John Rich – Chairperson

John has had 12 years’ experience in the social services sector including counselling and group work in drug and alcohol (Holyoake), domestic violence survivors and perpetrators (Relationships Australia), Family Mental Health (Relationships Australia), Aboriginal emotional wellbeing in Wiluna (Nganganawilli Aboriginal Health Services), CEO of Community Centre Ottey, re-entry and parenting men’s groups and counselling in Perth prisons (Centrecare and Wungening), and Lifeline (volunteer).

John has also had 30 years’ experience in the chemical process industries, environmental management, business and project development, project and engineering management, contracting, consulting, and management systems with companies including Worley Parson, Clough Engineering, Thiess, John Holland, Cleanaway, BHP Engineering, and URS.

Jaxon Ashley – Secretary

Jaxon Ashley serves as the Secretary at Men’s Health and Wellbeing WA, bringing a robust seven-year track record in the men’s health sector. His journey in this field has been marked by pivotal roles, including as a Community Educator, Development Officer, and Senior Project Officer at both the Regional Men’s Health Initiative and Men’s Sheds of WA.

His expertise in this arena is underpinned by a Master of International Development, with a specialisation in non-profit organisations. Jaxon’s unique insights into men’s health issues are deeply influenced by his roots as a farm boy from regional Western Australia, combined with his profound interest and dedication to addressing men’s health and wellbeing challenges. This blend of personal background and professional experience positions Jaxon as a key contributor to advancing the mission of Men’s Health and Wellbeing WA.

George Araj PFIIA, CIA, CRMA, QIAL, CPA, CFE – Board Member

George has 25 years of experience leading governance, risk management and internal audit engagements across 24 countries including the United Arab Emirates, Canada, the Netherlands and Australia. His experience includes over 7 years of experience as a Chief Audit Executive.

George has served as councilor for the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Australia’s WA and NSW Chapters and was a member of the IIA Global’s International Internal Auditing Standards Board. He has also served as an independent audit committee member for small to mid-sized enterprises and currently serves on Audit Committees in WA and the NT.

George has published several research reports and papers on internal audit and risk management including Sawyer’s Internal Auditing 7th Edition, Practice Guide – Demonstrating the Core Principles, research report on Responding to Fraud Risk, and others.

Brad Isbister – Board Member

Bradley Isbister has dedicated his career to community service, with a focus on enriching the lives of individuals across the Goldfields, Pilbara, and Kimberley regions. His extensive experience spans 26 years, during which he has held pivotal community development management roles in Local Government and Mining . These positions have allowed him to make significant contributions to the growth and well-being of these communities.

In the last seven years, Bradley has focused his efforts into suicide prevention working to increase awareness of suicide prevention initiatives, reduce stigma and to support community members and clubs to access mental health training. Bradley is excited to work with Mens Health and Wellbeing WA to support the development of new initiatives to improve the health of men across WA.

Zern Liew – Board Member

Zern has a 30-year multidisciplinary consulting background. His work crosses Psychology, Design, and Business. He works with individuals, businesses, and organisations around Australia and internationally, to solve problems and work more innovatively. He also has experience in suicide prevention/crisis support and alcohol/drugs counselling.

Zern is currently working on his PhD. He holds a Master in Counselling as well as other tertiary qualifications in Design and Business Management. He spends some of his time lecturing and writing books.

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