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What's Happ'nin' at Link Up

This page is dedicated to informing you of what's happening with staff at Link-Up (Qld) in newsletter style.

Link-Up (Qld) Social Club...

Link-Up (Qld) staff celebrated their Christmas Party with a touch of "bling bling" when their newly formed Social Club arranged a Seafood smorgasbord at the Stamford Brasserie on the River. Staff subscriptions throughout the year contributed to a fantastic night of seafood, roasts, hot veges and salads, wine and beer.
Because of the media ban placed on me I cannot divulge if any shenanigans went on....but we all had a fantastic night.
Thanks to the friendly staff at the Stamford and in particular to Emily who catered to our every need.

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Staff Birthdays, Celebrations ...

Linda McBride-Yuke and Elvis Presley celebrated their birthdays on the 8th January with a morning tea of nibblies and Black Forest Cake. (Yum...so I'm told)
Helen Bnads, our new Counsellor also tried to sneak through without mentioning her birthday.
But the staff were right onto her (never want to miss an opportunity for cake) and celebrated her birthday the following day......Yeah! with cake!
Mick Angeles and beautiful wife Karen celebrated their 27th Wedding Anniversary after 14 years of marriage on the 14th March 2008.
Caisley Sinclair celebrated his birthday on the 23rd April whilst on holidays in Samoa. Some people get paid way too much!
Paul Paulson conducted weekend long celebrations for his birthday on the 2nd June down the Gold Coast.
Mick Angeles and Karen celebrate 14 years of marriage with their 28th Wedding Anniversary on the 9th July. (They married twice in the same year....more presents that way).
Celebrations start on the 08/08/08 for Mick Angeles. He and his family are off to Darwin for the first time to meet all his Binbinga/Ngandji mob. He'll be meeting a lot of his relatives for the first time and soaking up the 32 degree heat, dodging crocodiles and water buffalo. Will two weeks be long enough?
The 24th October sees another birthday for Caseworker Amy Atkins. She says she's only 27 years old but we've lost count on how many times now.
Admin Officer, Annie O'Brien celebrated her 40 something birthday on the 4th November at Link-Up (Qld) with some cake and then shared a meal with her Mother at the Irish Club that evening. Probably a few Irish tipples as well!
Mick Angeles celebrated his birthday on the 9th December in hospital but was sure to be out for his party on the 13th December. Mick states his age as being between 35years and Death.

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Pats on the back

The front cover of the 11th Edition of the National Link Up Newsletter out in November 08 depicts Link-Up (Qld) CEO, Ms Delma Roe with members of the Native American Dancers who performed at the Dreaming Festival, Woodford. Better give myself a plug too ..... the photograph was taken by resident LUQ Photographer, Mick Angeles. (Ahhh.... self-appreciation...there's just not enough of it)

NRL Footy Tipping Comp

It's been a great year for the Footy until last week when the Broncos were eliminated from the NRL Finals by the Storm. Results are in for the winners of the LUQ Footy Tipping Competition. Thanks to all the staff for participating in the competition in the spirit it was intended for.......a bit of friendly rivalry (and 'big noting' when you won) between staff members. The results are:

First Place - Mick Angeles 247points
Second Place - Amy Atkins 227points
Third Place - Aunty Kay & Paul Paulson 225points
Last Place - Michell Forster (too shame to put her score in)

Congratulations to all and can't wait for next year's comp.

Staff Movements...

Welcome also to new Caseworkers Paul Paulson and Caisley Sinclair as well as our own Brisbane-based SEWB Counsellor, Helen Bnads who all started employment with us on 7th January 2008.

We would also like to extend a hearty welcome to our new regional Counsellors who have come on board in April. Servicing the Nambour/Sunshine Coast area is Michell Forster, Darcy Bolton in Rockhampton and in Cairns we have Sylvie McGregor.

We would also like to say goodbye and thanks to Barry Jameson, who as Administrator for Link-Up (Qld), was officially retired on 29th April 2008. Thanks for your guidance, input and assistance.

We would like to welcome to the flock, our new Receptionist, Ms Whitney Tatten, who started employment with us on Monday 22nd September 2008. Whitney will be assisting our over-worked Admin Officer, Annie O'Brien with receptionist duties.

Caseworker Linda McBride-Yuke has decided to move on to other pastures and resigned on the 21st November 2008. We wish her all the best in her future endeavours.

Two new Caseworkers have joined our ranks. They are Walter Waia and Clive Martin Adams. They will be sharing duties as a Remote Caseworker as well as being based in the Brisbane office. Welcome guys!

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Staff Retreat, Greenmount

Link-Up (Qld) staff attended a two day retreat at Greenmount on the Gold Coast to recharge their batteries and to strengthen the bonds and ties that make the office a tight, family styled workplace. The weekend was facillitated by Tjanara Goreng-Goreng, who heightened our cultural awareness and spirituality with traditional song, soul-searching and traditional medical practices and Gaye-Brielle Buckingham from the College of Mind, Body & Spirit, who took care of the physical needs with massage, yoga and breathing clinics. Nearly all members of Link-Up (Qld) were present including our remote counsellors from Nambour, Rockhampton and Cairns. Unfortunately, Paul Paulson and Aunty Kay were absent due to sudden illnesses.

Greenmount Retreat

The New Board Meets The Staff...

The new Board of Directors met with the staff after their inaugral Board meeting on Thursday, 24th January 2008 at a luncheon in Link-Up(Qld)'s head office. With the appointment of the new Board, the new Constitution in place and four SEWB Link-Up Counsellors throughout the State, Link-Up(Qld) is forging ahead to provide a better service statewide.


(Back row) Dion Tatow, Lloyd Kyle, Caisley Sinclair, Winston Mi Mi, Ramona Smith, Mick Angeles, Bronwyn Fredericks, Helen Bnads, Cindy Sinclair, Amy Atkins, Linda McBride-Yuke, Paul Paulson. (Seated) Delma Roe CEO, Sam Watson Chairman, Barry Jameson Administrator and Anne O'Brien.

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Visit From Community & Personal Histories Staff

C&PH staff members, Mandy Quadrio, Merinda Thompson and Sandra Delaney paid a visit to Link-Up (Qld) to check out the new offices on Thursday the 16th October 2008. The Queensland Department of Community & Personal Histories assist Link-Up by providing information on birth, deaths and marriages, community histories, biographical profiles and proof of aboriginality. They also provide copies of records that may be used in the determination of Native Title. The Department of Community & Personal Histories is located at the State Library of Queensland and can be contacted through your local Qld public library. For more information about C&PH click here.

C&PH visit 081016

Link Up (Qld) Healing Camp 2 - Ewen Maddock Dam

Thirty seven clients of Link-Up (Qld) were treated to a wonderful healing weekend at the picturesque Ewen Maddock Dam complex. Camp co ordinator, SEWB Counsellor, Helen Bnads, organised a fabulous retreat to help heal the sorrow and mental scars inflicted on our clients. Activities included Yarning Circles, Dadirri, Healthy Eating principles, Yoga and Massage, Herbal Remedies, Bush Tucker, Visual Boarding, Art Workshops, Traditional Dancers, Singalongs and even "Elvis" made an appearance. The changes in the faces and outlooks of the clients from Friday morning to Sunday afternoon were evidence enough to prove the success of the event. They went from "Friday Frowns" to "Sunday Smiles".

Last updated Thursday, 18-Dec-2008