ANNUAL REPORT SHINE for Kids Co-Operative Ltd

ANNUAL REPORT SHINE for Kids Co-operative Ltd

Annual Report 2010 reflects the activities of SHINE for Kids Co-operative Limited for the period 1 July 2009 to 30 June 2010. Acknowledgement of Country

Kempsey DUNGHUTTI

Wellington WIRADJURI Cessnock DARKINJUNG new south walesBathurst WIRADJURI Windsor DHARUG

Parklea Silverwater DHARUG Junee EORA WIRADJURI victoria Footscray WOIWORUNG

SHINE for Kids recognises the Traditional Custodians of Australia and the local Aboriginal communities where SHINE for Kids provides services.

SHINE for Kids locations

street address phone fax Silverwater Silverwater Correctional Complex 02 9714 3000 02 9714 3030 head office 02 9714 3033 Child and Family Centre Parklea Parklea Correctional Complex 02 9933 7900 02 9933 7977 Windsor John Morony Correctional Complex 02 4573 3900 02 4573 3933 Bathurst 64 Vittoria Street (Mitchell Hwy) 02 6328 9900 02 6328 9933 Cessnock Cessnock Correctional Complex 02 4993 6800 02 4993 6888 Wellington 6703 Mudgee Road 02 6845 5000 02 6845 5055 Junee Junee Correctional Centre 02 6924 3105 02 6924 3106 Kempsey 370 Aldavilla Road, Aldavilla 02 6562 5901 02 6562 3718 Footscray Level 1, 38-40 Byron Street 03 9688 2900 03 9688 2977 About SHINE for Kids

Our Vision

For children of parents in the criminal justice system to participate fully in family, cultural and community life.

Our Purpose

SHINE for Kids works in partnership with children and young people with a parent in the criminal justice system to overcome social and educational barriers and realise their individual potential.

Our Core Values Child-focused • We will focus on the best interests of children and young people at all times • We will consult children and young people and consider their issues Integrity • We will treat people consistently and with respect • We will respect confidentiality • We will act lawfully and ethically • We will fulfil commitments we have made Empowerment • We will provide children and young people, their families and carers with the necessary tools to achieve each child’s fullest potential • We will encourage people to accept responsibility and be accountable for their actions • We will celebrate and recognise achievements, innovation and initiative.

www.shineforkids.org.au The SHINE for Kids website provides timely, relevant information to clients, staff and stakeholders, including: • Contact details for and directions to our offices and Child and Family Centres • What We Do, detailing our programs and services • Downloadable PDFs of our publications, including our Directories of Support Services and Information Sheets • Comprehensive donor and volunteer information including volunteer FAQ Contents

1. Patron’s Report – Ann Symonds ...... 1 2. Chairman’s Report – Helen Wiseman ...... 2 3. Chief Executive Officer’s Report – Gloria Larman...... 4 4. Our people – Corporate Services ...... 6 5. Aboriginal Project ...... 9 6. SHINE for Kids Victoria – official launch ...... 12 7. Our supporters ...... 14 8. The Current team at SHINE for Kids ...... 18 8.1 Organisational chart ...... 20 9. SHINE for Kids programs and services ...... 22 9.1 New programs ...... 23 9.1.1 Story Time – commenced March 2010 ...... 23 9.1.2 Belonging to Family – commenced December 2009 ...... 24 9.2 Group Work ...... 25 9.2.1 Children’s Community Groups Program ...... 26 9.2.2 School Groups Program ...... 27 9.2.3 School Holiday Program and Day Trips ...... 28 9.2.4 Central West Carer’s Group ...... 29 9.3 Child and family activities ...... 30 9.3.1 Child and Family Centres – Overview ...... 30 9.3.2 Prison Invisits Program – Overview ...... 32 9.3.3 Child and Family Centre Silverwater (The Cath Gissane Centre) ...... 33 9.3.4 Prison Invisits Program – Silverwater Correctional Complex ...... 34 9.3.5 Child and Family Centre Bathurst (The Winangaay Centre) ...... 35 9.3.6 Child and Family Centre Windsor | Prison Invisits Program – Dillwynia Womens CC ...... 36 9.3.7 Child and Family Centre Wellington | Prison Invisits Program – Wellington CC ...... 38 9.3.8 Child and Family Centre Cessnock | Prison Invisits Program – Cessnock CC ...... 40 9.3.9 Child and Family Centre Parklea | Prison Invisits Program – Parklea CC ...... 42 9.3.10 Prison Invisits Program – Junee Correctional Centre ...... 44 9.4 Contact services ...... 45 9.4.1 Children’s Supported Transport Service ...... 45 9.4.2 Child/Parent Activity Days Program ...... 46 9.4.3 Video Visits Program ...... 48 9.5 Casework services ...... 49 9.5.1 Intake, assessment and referral for children and their families ...... 49 9.5.2 Bathurst Education Program ...... 50 9.5.3 Financial Assistance Program ...... 51 9.6 Mentoring Program ...... 52 9.6.1 Sydney Mentoring Program ...... 54 9.6.2 Central West NSW Mentoring Program ...... 55 9.7 SHINE for Kids Victoria ...... 56 9.7.1 SKY Mentoring Program ...... 57 9.7.2 SHINE for Kids Prison Invisits Program, Victoria ...... 59 10. Treasurer’s Report ...... 60 10.1 SHINE for Kids Consolidated Income 2009–2010 ...... 62 11. Audit Report ...... 63 1. Patron’s Report

Another year of advocacy as the Patron of SHINE for Kids gives me the opportunity to congratulate the Board of SHINE and all the staff and volunteers who are so dedicated to this vulnerable group of children. Thank you. As Patron of the Mothers’ and Children’s’ Program in Corrective Services, I continue to attend the monthly meeting at which submissions are considered for entry into the Jacaranda Cottages for sentenced women and their children. As part of a submission, the committee requires reports on the prisoner’s involvement with psychologists as well as Drug and Alcohol programs. Failure to address drug use or attend counselling programs often means that women’s participation (with children) at Jacaranda, are not supported. There is a great need for therapeutic programs for women in prison who have suffered abuse such as sexual assault or domestic violence. As Chair of the Women’s Advisory Council (WAC) in the Department of Corrective Services, I have entered into correspondence with the Commonwealth Government about women prisoners accessing Medicare to ensure therapy can be undertaken when it is not provided by Justice Health. The WAC has also written to the NSW Attorney General asking that the ‘Fernando principles’, as described by Justice James Wood, be applied when courts are sentencing women. These principles ask that the circumstances of the offender be considered. For example, does the offender have the care and responsibility of dependent children? I will share with the Board any responses to these matters I receive. The Parent Family Association (PFA) is continuing to provide a weekly session of art therapy for mothers and children at Jacaranda Cottages and I attended their AGM to thank them for their important work that the women and kids enjoy so much. As a member of the Association of Child Welfare Agencies (ACWA), I went to their AGM to hear reports on the recent work of the organisation and to hear the guest speaker, Megan Mitchell, who is now the NSW Commissioner for Children and Young People. In her presentation, there were two issues which were of particular interest for us. She said that a new initiative of the Commission is to provide Kid Stats. Will the numbers of children of imprisoned parents be included? We must ask. The Commission is also embarking on a new ‘strategic plan’. In question time, I asked that we be advised as to how to participate in the development of the plan as Justice Wood’s recent report on child protection included ‘children of prisoners’ as a group of ‘children at risk’. This is a great opportunity for SHINE to really have our kids acknowledged in planning and delivery of services. A busy year ahead – I’m looking forward to it!

– Ann Symonds Patron, SHINE for Kids November 2010

1 2. Chairman’s Report

Last year I reported that we continually ask ourselves at SHINE for Kids how we can reach more children and deliver services that support and empower them to reach their potential. In 2010 I am pleased to report that SHINE for Kids reached significantly more children affected by parental incarceration – over 5,400 individual children in 2009–2010 compared to over 2,500 children in 2008–2009, in NSW and Victoria. Of which 297 represents Victorian children participating in programs. The overall increase has been driven by new programs, in particular the Prison Invisits Program. But how do we – and how do you – know that our services are effective in supporting and empowering these children in keeping with our mission? This Annual Report partly addresses this question in terms of: • external evaluations (SKY Mentoring program in 2010), • renewed and new program funding, • feedback from the children, their carers and the communities in which SHINE for Kids operates, • feedback from staff and volunteers, and • feedback from stakeholder organisations who touch the lives of the children we serve. We value and learn from all the feedback we receive but a key goal of the organisation has been greater participation in academic research to enhance our objective evidence base. We are therefore particularly proud to be a partner involved with an upcoming study by Monash University called “The impact of incarceration on children’s care: a strategic framework for good care planning” which was recently awarded an ARC Linkage Projects Scheme grant. Partners in the research include: Department of Human Services (Victoria), The Victorian Association for the Care and Resettlement of Offenders (VACRO), Prison Fellowship Australia, the Victorian Office of Child Safety Commissioner. This project will study best practice for care planning of children whose primary carers are incarcerated within the Australian criminal justice system. It will develop a strategic framework for future policy and practice in Australian care planning with the aim of improving outcomes for both parents and children. SHINE for Kids is also working with the University of Western Sydney to develop an evaluation framework which will be used to evaluate the effectiveness of our mentoring program for young people in the juvenile justice system. Sydney University – waiting on outcome of funding proposals from Ian Potter Foundation. The project will consider young people’s experience of support services during their parent’s imprisonment. But there is still an enormous amount of work to do, an enormous number of children to reach. Having the evidence base and the social measures to demonstrate our impact and effectiveness are critical to our case for support. But even more critical is simply being there when we are needed the most, as this story from Erin Kester, Rosie Proust and Victoria Talbot illustrates: One very hot Saturday in January ‘10 (42 degrees) I saw two ladies and a toddler sitting outside on the grass in front of Dillwynia Women’s Correctional Centre. I approached them and told them to come and wait for their visit at our centre. I was shocked to see that under a little blanket on one of the ladies’ arms was a 6-day-old baby! The ladies were so very thankful that I saw them and for our service. This family now attend our centre to wait for their visit every second week. We operate in complex, difficult and ever changing criminal and social justice environments – against a backdrop of structural sector challenges summarised only too well by the Productivity Commission in their 2010 Report “Contribution of the Not for Profit Sector”. Key recommendations included building the capacity of the sector and workforce sustainability, particularly in the welfare sector. These recommendations are highly relevant to SHINE for Kids and they will form a key part of our comprehensive strategic review that we plan to undertake in the coming months to set our strategic direction for 2012–2015. To help us on this journey, I commend the following individuals appointed to fill casual vacancies of the board in September 2010. They bring extraordinary depth and breadth of expertise to SHINE for Kids:

2 Jonathan Arthur* Associate Professor, Medicine, Sydney Medical School, The University of Sydney. Jonathan brings extensive academic research and governance experience. Samantha Joseph Operations Manager, Aboriginal Child, Family and Community Care State Secretariat (NSW) Inc (AbSec). Sam is a solicitor with extensive experience working in the Aboriginal justice field. Michael Smith Secretary of SHINE for Kids, Michael brings over 20 years of publicly listed company secretarial, governance and compliance experience. Maree Tehan Manager, Community Integration Program, Out-of-Home Care Monitoring Unit, Office of the Child Safety Commissioner, Victoria. Maree has extensive experience working in government departments and community service organisations in child protection and broader social welfare. The Hon. Graham West MP Member for Campbelltown and passionate advocate for children and young people impacted directly or indirectly by the criminal justice system, Graham is a former NSW Minister for Juvenile Justice, NSW Minister for Youth and NSW Minister for Volunteering as well as previously holding other NSW Ministerial and Parliamentary Secretary roles. I wish to acknowledge the significant five-year service of retiring board member and secretary, Mr Monty Parmar. On behalf of all at SHINE for Kids, I warmly thank Monty for his service and for his continuing interest and support. I also wish to acknowledge all of our staff members during the year for their sheer hard work. I cannot emphasise this enough: it is really hard work, and as a community it is vital we stand up and applaud them. Their dedication and passion is exemplary as is their professionalism and commitment. Without our people, we cannot serve the children, we cannot achieve our mission. Along with the children, they will be front and centre of our strategic direction going forward, and I congratulate Gloria Larman, CEO and the management team for leading the delivery of outcomes you will read about in this report. The same can also be said of our volunteers who never cease to amaze us with their commitment, compassion, skills and ingenuity. If you want to be inspired, come along to a SHINE for Kids volunteer awards ceremony and hear the stories. Or better still, be enriched and become a volunteer! I thank the generosity of our funders, our stakeholders, our board and also our patron, Ann Symonds, for her inspiration, wisdom, and determined advocacy for the children and our work. I reserve my final acknowledgement to the Chater family who, in speaking publicly about the impact that incarceration has had on their family, have shown exceptional courage (see Gloria Larman’s CEO Report overleaf). You have given voice for the silent many in a way this Annual Report and we never can. I urge you all to hear their story (http://hungrybeast.abc.net.au/stories/kids-prisoners-extended-cut) and generously support the work of SHINE for Kids. – Helen Wiseman Chairman October 2010

* Deputy Director for Kristy Chambers, currently on maternity leave

3 3. Chief Executive Officer’s Report

A strong focus during the year has been on the continued building of the organisation’s capacity to deliver services to meet the needs of children with a parent in the criminal justice system. This has included: • Building a strong dynamic IT & communications network, including upgrading of client database system across all our locations, funded by the Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation • Renovating our Child and Family Centres; Bathurst received a major upgrade funded by Corrective Services NSW • Development of internal systems and structures to support the work the staff undertake on a daily basis • A new Child and Family Centre at Junee was commenced building work, funded by The GEO Group Australia. This strong focus on organisational capacity has resulted in the following new programs being delivered: • Federal funding being received from Proceeds of Crime, Attorney-General’s Department for the Aboriginal-specific program Belonging to Family, operating from the Kempsey Child and Family Centre • A SHINE for Kids worker being placed at the Junee Correctional Centre whilst the new Child and Family Centre was being built, funded by The GEO Group Australia • Commencement of a new program, Story Time, operating with the support of staff at the Emu Plains Correctional Centre and Gilbert + Tobin, launched by The Hon. Phillip Costa MP at the Correctional Centre on 27th April 2010. During the year SHINE for Kids supported 5434 individual children, an increase of 113% over and above the number last year, with children and families now receiving support from additional locations at: • Kempsey • Junee My Friend This was against a backdrop of working within some major changes occurring in The Bully the prison system throughout the year, with consequences for the operation of our programs. These changes included: • The privatisation of the Parklea Correctional Centre • Changes to the operations of the Silverwater Correctional Centre • The downsizing of Cessnock for a long period of time • The closure of John Morony II Correctional Centre. Staff introduced strategies to continue to provide services to the children and

families who visited their complexes. This included providing more support by Robert Barco within the visiting areas of the correctional centres affected. Illustations by Jared Kailahi At our AGM on 26th November 2009, The Hon. Graham West MP, Minister for Juvenile Justice, Youth and Volunteering, launched My Friend The Bully, a children’s book written by former inmate Robert Barco and illustrated by Jared Kailahi. SHINE for Kids sponsored the layout of the book, which was kindly printed pro bono by Fuji Xerox Australia. A significant highlight for the year was the official launch of SHINE for Kids Victoria on 17th March 2010 by the Governor of Victoria, Professor David de Kretser, AC. Read a full report on the day by Guy Hatfield, Manager Victoria, on page 12. Media coverage for the year included many articles appearing in local newspapers about our Child and Family Centres. Radio interviews were conducted throughout the year on the ABC morning shows, ABC Life Matters and local Melbourne radio. A story on the ABC television show Hungrybeast interviewed the Chater family and highlighted the effects on Above, L–R: Jamie-lee Chater, Claire Hooper, Gloria Larman and families when a father goes to prison. Guy Hatfield at the Victoria launch in March 2010.

4 Many people contribute to the success of SHINE for Kids and they all have one thing in common – PASSION and COMMITMENT to the SHINE for Kids Vision – to provide every opportunity for every child of a parent in the criminal justice system to participate fully in family, cultural and community life. To achieve this, staff at SHINE for Kids work in partnership with children and young people with a parent in the criminal justice system to overcome social and educational barriers and assist them to realise their individual potential. I would like to thank all staff at SHINE for Kids for this passion and commitment; their contributions are making a difference to the lives of children each day. Our Patron Ann Symonds and Board of Directors at SHINE for Kids all share the same passion and commitment, with the Board continuing to be lead by a dynamic leader Helen Wiseman; I thank her for her support and her desire to make a considerable difference in the lives of children we work with. THANK YOU! Volunteers at SHINE for Kids share this passion and commitment and give so much of themselves to support children reach their potential. THANK YOU! To our individual donors, corporate supports, philanthropy and government funders: THANK YOU. Without your financial and in-kind support, the work of SHINE for Kids would not be possible. THANK YOU to Cyberdog Design, Beemz and Yaltech for providing their expertise to support the operations of the organisation through providing effective, efficient and cost-effective solutions to our information technology and phone systems, the design and updating of SHINE for Kids publications and our website, and the client database systems that support the work carried out by SHINE for Kids.

– Gloria Larman Chief Executive Officer November 2010

5 4. Our people – Corporate Services

The Corporate Services Team was established in January 2010 and works closely to provide support to management, staff and volunteers across SHINE for Kids in the following areas: • Human resources and recruitment • Advice on Industrial relations, occupational health & safety and operational matters • Administration support • Cultural advice and policy development regarding the recruitment and support of Aboriginal staff/ volunteers and Aboriginal children and their families. The Corporate Services Team originally consisted of Janet O’Brien, Aboriginal Project Worker and Alexander Maniquis, Manager Corporate Services. During 2009–2010 the team grew with the recruitment in March 2010 of Abbi Bosward, Personal Assistant to the CEO/Receptionist/Administration. Our collective initiatives, listed below, have enabled SHINE for Kids to increase its capacity to support staff and volunteers to help more children and their families across NSW and Victoria. Expanding SHINE for Kids’ human resource capacity

The Corporate Services Team and other staff at SHINE for Kids and key stakeholders have successfully recruited more paid staff across all program areas of SHINE for Kids in NSW and Victoria. Positions include: • Casual Childcare Workers – Metro Sydney • Education Worker – Bathurst • Administration Assistant/ Personal Assistant to the CEO – Silverwater • Team Leader, Regional Child and Family Centres (NSW) • Facilitator, Prison Invisits Program (Victoria) • Two Aboriginal Group Workers for Belonging to Family Project – Kempsey • Mentoring Project Workers (Metro Sydney and Central West NSW) • Transport Visit and Bookings Officer – Silverwater • Child and Family Workers – across NSW and Victoria • Intake & Assessment Caseworker – Silverwater • Team Leader – Case Work • Two Caseworkers – Silverwater I would like to thank our key stakeholders listed below who have given their valuable time as independent interview panel members to assist in the large recruitment drive of new quality staff: • Ron Timbrey, Manager, Aboriginal Planning and Support Unit, Corrective Services NSW • Naida Khan, Welfare Officer, Silverwater Correctional Centre, Corrective Services NSW • Marion Weldon, Welfare Officer, Silverwater Women’s Correctional Centre, Corrective Services NSW • Kathleen Stewart, Services & Programs Officer, Dillwynia Correctional Centre • Angela Webb, Senior Program Manager, Aboriginal Child, Family & Community Care State Secretariat (NSW) Inc • David Buckby, President, Bathurst Men’s Shed • Deborah Morris, Co-ordinator, Kempsey Aboriginal Community Justice Group • Wendy Patterson, Chief Correctional Officer, Mid North Coast Correctional Centre • Percy Raveneau, Aboriginal Welfare Officer, Bathurst Correctional Centre SHINE for Kids’ Volunteer Program across NSW and Victoria

SHINE for Kids has over 300 volunteers across NSW and Victoria. They assist in a variety of areas in our Child and Family Centres, the Mentoring Program, Group Work, Children’s Supported Transport and Child/ Parent Activity Days. There are also many other areas where their work is crucial to the smooth running of our busy organisation such as administration support, fundraising and research. Of the 300 in total, over 130 SHINE volunteers provide regular support on a weekly or monthly basis.

6 The United Nations defines volunteers as “the key element in the leadership of the welfare sector [civil society] both in a formal sense, as well as in terms of the ideas and experiences they bring to the particular organization”. I wish to acknowledge and thank our volunteers, who, together with the staff at SHINE for Kids, promote a civil society where children – the future of our society – are free from discrimination, disadvantage and abuse and therefore able to reach their potential and lead productive and enriched lives. Volunteer Awards

Through their selfless dedication and passion our volunteers are assisting more children and their families across NSW and Victoria. Not only are our volunteers improving the lives of today’s children but they are, in effect, also impacting on the lives of future generations without expecting any thanks or favour in return. As a token of gratitude and recognition of our volunteers efforts, SHINE for Kids is currently holding Volunteer Award and dinner nights. All volunteers receive a general service certificate to recognise their individual and collective contributions. A very difficult task for staff at SHINE for Kids is to nominate a Volunteer of the Year for each of the centres and programs across NSW and Victoria due to the hard work and dedication of all volunteers. The annual Volunteer Awards for the nominated Volunteers of the Year in NSW are named in honour of Deirdre Hyslop, currently the Principal Advisor, Women Offenders, Corrective Services NSW. For over 15 years Deirdre has been a strong supporter of SHINE for Kids as a board member, volunteer and a guiding force for establishing many services and programs provided by SHINE for Kids to the present day. The first annual Volunteer Awards for Victoria on 19 July 2010 was attended by over 30 volunteers, an impressive achievement considering that SHINE for Kids Victoria had their official launch only in March 2010. The award winners for 2009–2010 in each category are: New South Wales • Child and Family Centre Parklea – Melanie Wienke • Child and Family Centre Windsor – Lisa Clarke • Child and Family Centre Wellington – Merilyn Fabar • Mentoring Program Central West NSW – Sue Lowe • Education Program Bathurst – Matthew Watson • Child and Family Centre Bathurst – Julia Boyd • Child and Family Centre Cessnock – Carol McCrohan • Governance and Leadership – Paul Freeman • Child and Family Centre Silverwater – Pattie Allen • Mentoring Program Metro Sydney – Marianne Peterson • Fundraising – Nicole Fielder • Adovacy and Awareness – Helen Westwood AM MLC The Sydney awards for 2009–2010 on 3 November. From top: Victoria Manager Corporate Services, Alex Maniquis MC; Manager • Prison Invisits Program – Jillian Debets Community Programs, Leeann Turley presents Karen Marsden with her award; Fundraising Manager, Victor Ma presents • Mentoring Program – David Hunt Helen Westwood with her award.

7 4. Our people – Corporate Services

Left: Merilyn Fabar receives her award at the Wellington Volunteer Awards in Septemer 2010; right: dinner at the Bathurst awards.

Forging strong links with TAFE, universities and human resources training institutions

There are a number of NSW TAFE colleges, universities and human resources training institutions with whom we continue to forge strong links to enable students to undertake industry relevant field placements and internships at SHINE for Kids. These include: Universities TAFE NSW

• University of Western Sydney • Meadowbank College • Charles Sturt University • Northern Beaches College • Victoria University • Nirimba College • University of Melbourne • Ultimo College

A new initiative was entered into this year with Dream Internships Australia. Sophia Demetriades and her team organised Shannon Walker, a Masters in Social Work student from the University of Illinois, to travel from the USA to complete her internship at SHINE for Kids Silverwater in June/July 2010.

– Alexander Maniquis Manager, Corporate Services

8 5. Aboriginal Project

Aboriginal Project Worker Janet O’Brien continued to enhance the delivery of SHINE for Kids services to Aboriginal children and families of prisoners in 2009–2010. Janet worked in close partnership with the Corrective Services NSW Aboriginal Support and Planning Unit to give Aboriginal children with a parent in the criminal justice system greater access to SHINE for Kids support services by recommending and implementing culturally appropriate initiatives within the organisation. Key initiatives • Networked with key stakeholders, undertook research and consulted with Leonie Wilbow, Fundraising Manager with achieving the successful funding submissions for: • NAIDOC Day celebrations 2009 support - hope - inspire - nurture - empower • Belonging to Family Project – Kempsey NSW • Colourful Dreaming art project – Junee NSW • Co-ordinated and participated in the SHINE for Kids NAIDOC Day celebrations for 2009 • Conducted Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Training of staff Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and volunteers Volunteer Strategy last updated October 2010

• Developed an Aboriginal Employment strategy to attract and ©2010 SHINE for Kids Co-operative Ltd ABN 60 662 072 775 All rights reserved. retain Aboriginal staff at SHINE for Kids • Developed a Staff Employment Handbook to orientate new staff • Developed an Aboriginal Volunteer Strategy to attract and retain Aboriginal volunteers within the SHINE for Kids Volunteer Program • Developed a student placement handbook to orientate all interns and students on placement. Outcomes

The initiatives undertaken by SHINE for Kids have contributed to the following outcomes: • An increase of Aboriginal employees and Aboriginal volunteers at SHINE for Kids • An increase of Aboriginal students undertaking their field placements at SHINE for Kids.

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9 10 5. AboriginalProject Total number individualchildren supported volunteersTotal number of staff Total number of Number of Children Number of Volunteers Number of Staff 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6000 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 500 000 500 000 500 000 500 000 500 000 500 50 00 50 00 50 00 50 00 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 60 65 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 0 0 1724 334 4 2007–2008 2007–2008 2007–2008 4 273 0 0 2547 340 4 2008–2009 2008–2009 2008–2009 6 541 4 1 5434 321 64 2009–2010 2009–2010 2009–2010 1250 7 4 2009–2010 ATSIstaff=4(6%) 2008–2009 ATSIstaff=1(2%) 2007–2008 ATSIstaff=0(0%) 2009–2010 ATSIchildren=1250(23%) 2008–2009 ATSIchildren=541(28%) 2007–2008 ATSIchikdren=273(16%) 2009–2010 ATSIvolunteers=7(2%) 2008–2009 ATSIvolunteers=4(1%) 2007–2008 ATSIvolunteers=0(0%) annual statistics NAIDOC celebrations 2009

SHINE for Kids’ first NAIDOC celebrations were held across all Child and Family Centres on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th July 2009, celebrating and promoting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievements to the wider community. These events were very successful and as an Aboriginal employee it was an honour implementing such a rewarding project with so many people attending and enjoying the day. Activities that were available included: • A jumping castle • Child and Family Centres decorated to reflect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture • A craft table which included colouring sheets, native animal templates to decorate and other Aboriginal arts and crafts • A barbecue, drinks and lollies for the children • Face painting, coloured hair spray and NAIDOC tattoos • A Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony undertaken by an Aboriginal Elder • Platters of game meats, kangaroo, emu and crocodile and a hot crusty damper • Aboriginal dancers and a didgeridoo player • Information table about community services • Aboriginal music. The staff at the Child and Family Centres worked tirelessly to make SHINE for Kids’ first NAIDOC events a success. Staff and volunteers together made the day extra special for all participants.

– Janet O’Brien Aboriginal Project Worker

11 6. SHINE for Kids Victoria – official launch

On 17th March 2010 at the Phoenix Youth Centre in Footscray, Professor David de Kretser AC, Governor of Victoria, officially launched SHINE for Kids as a service provider organisation in Victoria. This wonderful event was a great success with over 100 guests including many representatives from community agencies as well as our key partners in Corrections Victoria and Department of Justice and, importantly, quite a number of local community members and some of our families. The Governor was accompanied by Mrs de Kretser, who has a particular interest in children at risk in our community. The focus of the day was to shine a light on the needs of some of the 4000 children and families who have parents in Victorian prisons and give a face to what is often discussed in terms of statistics as opposed to real young people. This was achieved by the opening of ‘I Draw the Line’, an exhibition of children’s art from our Prison Invisits Program (which ran for a month), together with the participation of young people at the formal launch which was held at the Phoenix Youth Centre, a local hub for community activities close to our office in Footscray. The event was enhanced by our MC, the popular comedian and television presenter Claire Hooper, who presented speakers such as SHINE for Kids Chair, Helen Wiseman; Barwon Prison Programs Manager, Kate Rodda; VACRO Program Director, Jeremy Stone; and Victorian Child Safety Commissioner, Bernie Geary. A pertinent rendition of the Johnny Cash favourite ‘I Walk the Line’ was given by Wembley Primary School Children’s Choir. A number of highlights were consistently mentioned on and after the day. Very popular with the younger audience members was Indigenous singer Dan Sultan, a star of the recent film musical Bran Nue Dae, who provided his unique brand of entertainment. A moving Welcome to Country was given by Wurundjeri Elder Aunty Doreen Garvey-Wandin. Most noted was former SHINE for Kids client Jamie-lee Chater who moved many to tears with the honesty and directness of her story. For some in the audience this was their first exposure to the reality of life for children confronted by parental incarceration and its many challenging impacts on their young lives.

12 The launch marked the first anniversary of SHINE for Kids providing services targeting children in Victoria with a parent in the criminal justice system, operating two programs in the State. The Prison Invisits Program provides an environment for children and families to undertake activities such as painting, drawing, and playing with toys during prison visits with the support of early childhood workers and trained volunteers. This program focuses on strengthening the bond between imprisoned parent and child. The program was initiated at HM Prison Barwon, a men’s prison near Geelong, and then extended to the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison in Melbourne’s west. The other project is the SKY Mentoring Program, a collaboration with VACRO (Victorian Association for the Care and Resettlement of Prisoners) and the RE Ross Trust, which matches children of prisoners with trained adult mentors who provide much-needed, consistent adult guidance and support. The program also includes counselling provided by VACRO. At the launch, 18-year-old Jamie-lee Chater, who participated in the SHINE for Kids Mentoring program in NSW for six years, spoke about the positive effect the program had on her life. “My mum left when I was a baby, and my dad was sent to prison when I was twelve. I was ashamed and afraid, and though Nan took us in, I had to move three hours away from friends to a new school. My SHINE for Kids mentors have made me feel like I’m not alone and helped me talk through my problems. With their support, I feel I’ve achieved a lot in my life.” Jamie-lee recently graduated from high school and is in full-time employment. Finally, we were really thrilled to have the attendance of a number of our children and their carers who helped us celebrate our achievements to date and put their voices or support behind the need for further services targeted directly to the unmet needs of children with parents in the criminal justice system.

– Guy Hatfield Manager, SHINE for Kids Victoria

13 7. Our supporters

Key partners

SHINE for Kids would like to acknowledge the following major financial and in-kind contributions that have been made to enable services to be provided to children, young people and families who are affected by the criminal justice system. SHINE for Kids could not make a difference in the lives of children affected by the criminal justice system without this support. Corrective Services NSW

Contribution towards: • Management & administration of organisation • Children’s Supported Transport Service • Children and adolescent groups • Child and Family Centres – Silverwater, Parklea, Windsor, Bathurst, Wellington, Cessnock, Parklea (July–December 2009) • Child/Parent Activity Days • Video Visits Program • Intake, assessement and referral for children and families In-kind donations: • Staff have provided Christmas presents and donations of toys for children • Food for our Centres provided through Corrective Services Industries • Doonas for children and families • Buildings, electricity – Child and Family Centres • Food for fundraising barbecues Community Services, Department of Human Services NSW

Contribution towards: • Management & administration of the organisation • Casework Services Sydney • Child and Family Centre Bathurst Juvenile Justice, Department of Human Services NSW

• Contribution towards scoping of work in juvenile justice AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT

Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs

• Mentoring Program for young people – Bathurst • Casework – working with children and families to improve parenting • Educational support for children of prisoners Indigenous Co-ordination Centres Coffs Harbour, Sydney, Dubbo, Wagga Wagga: • NAIDOC Day celebrations in 2009 and 2010 Attorney-Generals Department

• Belonging to Family Project – Kempsey The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd

• Establishment and ongoing contribution towards Child and Family Centres at Junee, Parklea (January–June 2010) • Building the Child and Family Centre Junee

14 Corporate support

KPMG In-kind support

Providing both financial and in-kind support. In-kind Many, many organisations and individuals provide support has included: valuable in-kind support throughout the year, providing free entry tickets to a range of venues • Monthly rooms and catering for Board of around Sydney, providing Christmas presents, food Directors and sub-committee meetings or raffle prizes. The following list highlights the range • Staff have contributed toys for Child and of supporters: Family Centres • Staff have become Child and Family Centres • Bridgeclimb and Mentors for young people • Oceanworld Manly • Staff have become involved in the Board of • Australian National Maritime Museum Directors of SHINE for Kids • Joblink Plus • Christmas cards for sale and postage for • Featherdale Wildlife Park fundraising mailouts • Patricia Backhurst • Support from the KPMG Social Club • Australian Reptile Park • Rotary Club of Ryde Middletons • Association of Independent Schools • SkyDive the Beach • Intellectual property legal expertise pro bono • Gai Waterhouse Stables to SHINE for Kids • Bunnings Bathurst Blake Dawson • The Children’s Hospital Westmead • Leukaemia Foundation of Australia • Legal expertise pro bono to SHINE for Kids • Bondi Lions Club • Financial support • IKEA • Janet Newing Gilbert + Tobin • Property Industry Foundation “Women’s PA Group” • Resources and support for Story Time Project • Bangarra Dance Theatre • Jo McApline Special Kids’ Events Pty Ltd • Amber Glanville • Raising funds on behalf of SHINE for Kids • The View Club • The Cubby House Fuji Xerox Australia • Phoenix Youth centre • Victorian Youth Mentoring Alliance • Printing of publications • Puffing Billy • Donation of photocopier • Circus Oz • Woolworths Thomson Reuters • Barkuma Aboriginal Neighbourhood Centre • Claire Hooper • Accounting software and support • Dan Sultan • Marilyn Robinson Microsoft

• Donation of admin software

15 7. Our supporters

Donations & grants received

A variety of grants and donations are received throughout the year which assists to support the range of programs without this additional funding we would not be able to provide the level of programs required to meet the needs of children with a parent in the criminal justice system.

Trusts & foundations

• A.W. Tyree Foundation • The Panel Christmas Wrap Ltd • Anonymous Foundation • The Fairbridge Foundation • ANZ Staff Foundation • Optus Pty Ltd • ASX Thomson Reuters Charity Foundation • Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation Limited • Raymond E Purves Foundation • H.E. Ross Trust – funding received through • James N. Kirby Foundation Victorian Association for the Care and • Property Industry Foundation Resettlement of Offenders (VACRO) • Roth Charitable Foundation • Estate Late James Simpson Love • The Ian Potter Foundation

Business and club donations

• Amdara Pty Ltd • Mounties Group • Association of Independent Schools • Narromine USMC • Auburn RSL Club Co-Op Ltd • North Sydney Leagues Club Ltd • Austen Brothers • Orange City Bowl • Bathurst RSL Club Limited • Outback Vending • Bathurst Truckies Ball • Parramatta Leagues Club • Blacktown Workers Club Limited • Penrith Leagues Club • Bowlers Club • Petersham RSL Club Limited • Brownings Smash Repairs • Port Phillip Prison • City Tattersalls Club • Qantas Staff Credit Union Limited • Club Five Dock • Rooty Hill RSL Club Ltd • Collegians Rugby League Football Club • Slamcam Films Pty Ltd • Dapto Leagues Club Limited • St Georges Basin Country Club • Dooleys Catholic Club Lidcombe • St Marys Band Club • Eastern Suburbs League Club • The Bankstown Trotting Recreational Club • Five Dock RSL Community Club Ltd • The Leo McCarthy Memorial RSL Club • Fridcon Pty Ltd • Uniting Church Fellowship Group • Hawkesbury Physiotherapy • Victoria University • Illawarra Leagues Club • Webfleet Management Services • Lions Club of Burwood • Wellington Correctional Centre • Lions Club of Engadine Incorporated • Wellington Council • Maribyrnong City Council • Wellington Fundraisers • Maroubra Seals Sports & Community Club • Wellington Soldiers Memorial Club • Mental Health Council of Australia • Wests Ashfield Leagues • Windsor & District RSL Sub Branch Club

16 Club 1000 supporters

• Yaltech Pty Ltd • Beemz Pty Ltd • Nu Teck Communications Pty Ltd • Cyberdog Design

Individual donors • Alan Wilcock • Joanne White • Michael O’Halloran • Alex Maniquis • John Stawyskyj • Monty Parmar • Alison and Michael Ryan • Julie Mills • Mrs J Lambie • Andrew Richards • Julie Mitchell • Mrs Jaymee Fabar • Ann Symonds • June Rozen • Mrs Monique Whear • Anne Gregan • Katherine Howard • Nathaniel Sundstrom • Anne Sutherland • Kathy Ostin • Nicole Sullings • Annette Greer • Kathy Polak • Patricia Clark • Arthur Begetis • Kay Valder • Paul Freeman • Cara Armstrong • Kelly Reynolds • Rhonda Booby • D Henderson • Leeann Turley • Robert Palmar • David Pasalich • Liezel Preller • Robyn McNamara • Gerard Maree • Louella Freeman • Roman Rzechowicz • Gloria Larman • Louise Bailey • Rowan Kolasa • Grace Nicholas • Louise Crisp • Sally McLaren • Graeme de Vallance • Margaret Alston • Sandra Nickol • Grant and Merry Sparks • Margaret Kelly • Stephen Purcell • Greg Bayliss • Marian Pool • Stewart Gordon • Guy Hatfield • Mark and Kate Johnson • Susan Plunkett • Heidi Fairhall • Martin Bartlett • Tova Archie • Helen Carroll • Mary Goozee • Trish Wynd • Helen Eyles • Matt OCallaghan • Uldis Clarson • Helen Wiseman • Melanie McQuire • Victoria Talbot • Jenn Shalvey • Melissa Buckley • Wayne Ruckley • Jeremy Hirschhorn • Michael Glover • Wendy Barnert • Joan Lambie • Michael Morgan • Wendy McCarthy

Workplace giving – staff donations

• KPMG • Blake Dawson • Leighton’s Admin. Services • Barclays Global Investor Australia • Macquarie Bank

17 8. The current team at SHINE for Kids*

Our management

Patron Ms Ann Symonds Board of Management Chairman Helen Wiseman Treasurer Arthur Begetis Secretary Michael Smith Director Margaret Alston Director Jonathan Arthur Director Kristy Huxtable (on maternity leave) Director Paul Freeman Director Samantha Joseph Director Helen Nezeritis Director Katherine Shaw Director Maree Tehan Director The Hon. Graham West MP Chief Executive Officer Gloria Larman

*As at 30th November 2010

18 Our staff

NSW Silverwater Gloria Larman Chief Executive Officer head office Wendy Barnert Finance Manager Alexander Maniquis Manager, Corporate Services Janet O’Brien Aboriginal Project Worker (on maternity leave) Abbi Bosward Personal Assistant to the CEO Sharon Mumford Manager, Prison Programs Leeann Turley Manager, Community Programs Victor Ma Fundraising Manager Kathy Polak Systems Manager Robert Palmer Administration + Transport Worker Silverwater Susan Plunkett Child and Family Worker,Team Leader Sydney Melissa Buckley Children’s Transport Worker Tracy McMillan Children’s Transport Worker Scarlet Ballas Children’s Transport Worker Rosemary Proust Child and Family Worker Julie Mitchell Child and Family Worker Fiona Boumelhem Team Leader, Casework Kylie Chemouni Child and Family Worker Sue Thapa Child and Family Worker Ruth Deabill Intake & Assessment Caseworker Lori Suter Caseworker Vacant Caseworker Jasmine Ralston Bookings Officer Transport and Video Visits Parklea Melinda Pale Eli Child and Family Worker (maternity leave) Rosemary Proust Child and Family Worker Sharon Ewins Child and Family Worker Windsor Erin Kester Child and Family Worker (maternity leave) Megan Shepherd Team Leader, Mentoring Kelly Williamson Project Worker, Mentoring Vacant Juvenile Justice Mentor Project Worker Bathurst Rebecca Bucan Project Worker, Mentoring + Transport Worker Cara Armstrong Child and Family Worker Toni Walls Carers Group Facilitator Kelli-ann Buss Team Leader, Regional Child and Family Worker Julia Boyd Educational Support Worker Trish Carr Educational Support Worker Newcastle Helen Gadd Children’s Transport Worker Wellington Maree Thomas Child and Family Worker Michelle Clare Child and Family Worker Julie Gregory Child and Family Worker Cessnock David Fitzgibbon Child and Family Worker Junee Kelly Reynolds Child and Family Worker Karen Westbrook Aboriginal Group Worker Kempsey Karen Rhodes Co-ordinator/Counsellor Barbara Cohen Aboriginal Group Worker Barry Roberts Aboriginal Group Worker Vacant Child and Family Worker Victoria Footscray Guy Hatfield Manager, Victoria Marcelle Nessim Mentoring Project Worker Demelza Clayton Facilitator Prison In-Visits Program Lynda Giles Prison In-Visits Worker Louise Billman Child and Family Worker

19 8. The current team at SHINE for Kids

Manager Victoria 8.1 Our organisational chart Guy Hatﬁ eld Students & Promotion & Project Worker Mentoring Connecting Kids and Dads Prison Invisits Marcelle Nessim Demelza Clayton 28 hours Volunteers Fundraising Program, Barwon Prison 21 hours Louise Billman 21 hours

Volunteers Volunteers Volunteers

Fundraising Manager Victor Ma Fundraiser Grants & Events & Fundraising Database Full-time Vacant Major Donors 21 hours Foundations Corporate Administrator

Direct Mail Campaigns, Volunteers Third-party Events

Manager Community Programs Leeann Turley Team Leader Mentoring Education Support Bathurst Carers Group Bathurst Client Database & Team Leader Casework Full-time Megan Shepherd Trish Carr Toni Walls Program Evaluations Fiona Beumelham Full-time 14 hours 14 hours Full-time

Board of 12 Directors Project Worker Project Worker Project Worker Mentoring Bathurst Mentoring Sydney Mentoring, Juvenile Justice Rebecca Bucan Kelly Willianson Vacant Chair: Helen Wiseman 28 hours 21 hours full-time

Chief Executive Ofﬁ cer Gloria Larman Children’s Children’s Full-time Video Visits Daytrips School Groups Financial Assistance Intensive Support Supported Transport Community Groups

Transport Worker Child & Family Child & Family Child & Family Advocacy Casual Transport Intake Worker Vacant Caseworker Caseworker Caseworker Parklea 28 hours Workers Ruth Deabill 21 hours Vacant Lori Suter Sharon Ewins full-time full-time 21 hours

Research Manager Prison-based Programs Sharon Mumford Team Leader Child & Team Leader Child & Belonging to Family Full-time Family Centres Sydney Family Centres Regional Aboriginal Project Media Susan Plunkett KelliAnn Buss Karen Rhodes 28 hours 28 hours Full-time

PA to the CEO Aboriginal Group Worker – Abbi Bosward Colourful Dreaming Project Child & Family Worker Child & Family Worker Child & Family Worker Child & Family Worker Child & Family Worker Aboriginal Aboriginal Full-time Karen Westbrook Bathurst Wellington Cessnock Junee Kempsey Group Worker Group Worker 21 hours Maree Thomas David Fitzgibbon Kelly Reynolds Vacant Barry Roberts Barbara Cohen KelliAnn Buss 21 hours 21 hours 21 hours 21 hours 14 hours 14 hours

Child & Family Worker Child & Family Worker Child & Family Worker Silverwater Parklea Windsor Story Time Project Susan Plunkett Melinda Pale-Eli Erin Kester – Emu Plains 21 hours 21 hours

Child/Parent Day Child/Parent Day Child/Parent Day Program Program Program

Manager Corporate Services Alex Maniquis Administration Aboriginal Project Worker Bookings Ofﬁ cer, Video Visits Volunteers CALD HR OH&S Full-time Robert Palmer Janet O’Brien and Children’s Transport & Students Full-time Full-time Shai Price 21 hours

Finance Manager Wendy Barnert Systems Manager Payroll Manager Vehicle Fleet 21 hours Kathy Polak Vacant 14 hours 7 hours Organisational Assets

Policies & Procedures

20 Manager Victoria Guy Hatﬁ eld Students & Promotion & Project Worker Mentoring Connecting Kids and Dads Prison Invisits Marcelle Nessim Demelza Clayton 28 hours Volunteers Fundraising Program, Barwon Prison 21 hours Louise Billman 21 hours

Volunteers Volunteers Volunteers

Fundraising Manager Victor Ma Fundraiser Grants & Events & Fundraising Database Full-time Vacant Major Donors 21 hours Foundations Corporate Administrator

Direct Mail Campaigns, Volunteers Third-party Events

Chief Executive Ofﬁ cer Gloria Larman Children’s Children’s Full-time Video Visits Daytrips School Groups Financial Assistance Intensive Support Supported Transport Community Groups

Child & Family Worker Child & Family Worker Child & Family Worker Silverwater Parklea Windsor Story Time Project Susan Plunkett Melinda Pale-Eli Erin Kester – Emu Plains 21 hours 21 hours

Child/Parent Day Child/Parent Day Child/Parent Day Program Program Program

Finance Manager Wendy Barnert Systems Manager Payroll Manager Vehicle Fleet 21 hours Kathy Polak Vacant 14 hours 7 hours Organisational Assets

Policies & Procedures

21 9. SHINE for Kids programs and services

Group Work programs

Group Work focuses on children and young people and their carers by providing opportunities to interact together in structured, fun activities, held in the community, in schools, as outings or as school holiday activites. These help reduce their isolation, build resilience and develop positive communication, as well as learning and applying strategies to effect change. Child and family activities

SHINE for Kids provides a range of initiatives aimed at reducing the isolation that children face due to having a parent in the criminal justice system. We allow children an opportunity to feel supported, have fun and enjoy visiting their mum or dad in prison with projects such as our Child and Family Centres, the Prison Invisits Program, childminding and children’s activities. Contact services

These services focus on building and maintaining positive relationships between the child and their imprisoned parent, and assistance to succeed educationally and reach their potential. Individual support to a child can include • Children’s Supported Transport – to visit their parent in prison • Child/Parent Activity Days held within prisons • Video Visits – keeping families connected • Story Time – audio books for a child read by their mum in prison • Belonging to Family – a 10-week project for Koori dads in custody in Kempsey Casework services

These services are provided to indivduals on a case-by-case basis to counteract the sometimes harsh disadvantage endured by children of prisoners. Casework services include child and family support, educational support for children and young people, and financial support. Mentoring Program

This Program offers a child or young person consistency, stability and healthy options for dealing with life through a supportive, caring and non-judgmental relationship with an adult mentor. These trained volunteers meet fortnightly with the child, enabling them to participate in events and activities which enhance their development and self esteem. Mentoring relationships are ongoing for at least a year.

22 9.1 New programs

9.1.1 Story Time – commenced March 2010

Story Time is a joint initiative between Emu Plains Correctional Centre and SHINE for Kids who are being supported by Gilbert + Tobin Lawyers. This project is to enable parents in custody to still contribute to their child’s education whilst raising their own literacy levels through a simple reading of a children’s story in their own voice and recording it onto CD. Story Time is an activity designed to increase literacy skills and child/parent bonding for incarcerated parents and their children. The activity includes maintaining contact between parent and child/ren in an interactive positive way by having the opportunity to do a very important parenting role and that is, to be able to read a story to their child/ren. To give the offending parents the best chance to succeed in the project they will be assisted by Emu Plains Manager of Services and Programs and a willing volunteer who has a background in children’s literature, who has agreed to facilitate the project for the women. SHINE for Kids liaises with the family of the offending parent to assess the suitability and willingness of the families and children to Above, L–R: Rosemary Caruana, Gloria Larman, Phillip Costa MP and participate in the program. Helen Wiseman at The Story Time launch in March 2010. Story Time involves the parent reading a story from a children’s age-appropriate book which is recorded onto an audio CD. The CD and a copy of the children’s book are forwarded to the child/ren so that the children can read the story and/or listen to their parents reading in their voice. In addition to this, Gilbert + Tobin lawyers are

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he, use tim pie c their growing and learning years through no fault of their own dshe alltim te or ds all t or of yourself d of using w draw a picture ea when a parent goes to prison. Contact between a child and their sendt a picture letter dIn ofs using w sendtea a picture letter Ins draw ofa yourselfpicture imprisoned parent is critical in maintaining a child’s sense of identity and belonging. Maintaining strong, healthy family bonds builds resilience in children by giving them a sense of value and self esteem. When a child loses contact with a parent through imprisonment, the child experiences the loss of family life and relationships which can have a lasting and negative impact. There is a strong positive correlation between maintaining family ties and lower levels of recidivism in prisoners. Maintaining family ties also has a substantial impact on children, reducing the likelihood that they will become the next generation of prisoners themselves – helping to break the cycle of intergenerational offending behaviour. The aim of Story Time is to address this breakdown by encouraging mothers to read stories to their children. This project was launched with Minister Phillip Costa at Emu Plains Correctional Centre on 27th April 2010.

23 9. SHINE for Kids programs and services

9.1.2 Belonging to Family – commenced December 2009

Belonging to Family is a culturally specific program for Aboriginal offenders which links the offender to family and community support during their transition back into the community after release from prison. The program is grounded in Aboriginal cultural values and realities and is focused on building a sense of Aboriginal identity and a sense of belonging. It aims to provide the skills, strategies and support needed to successfully reintegrate the offender back into family and community life. The program is located at the Mid North Coast Correctional Centre in Aldavilla. Offenders, their children and families, and Aboriginal Elders take part in a number pre-release group sessions which address the underlying causes of crime and the impact on the children and families left behind. The program continues post-release for a 12 month period where SHINE for Kids staff responds to the needs of the offenders and their families, while social/family support structures are reinforced. Funded through the Attorney General’s Department, Proceeds of Crime Funding, the program engages with the key issues affecting Aboriginal people who come into contact with the criminal justice system, including: • incarceration as a factor in the life expectancy gap of Aboriginal people • the flow-on impact for families and communities of Aboriginal offenders resulting in a ‘revolving door’ of recidivism and an intergenerational cycle of crime. The program provides: • Aboriginal offenders, children, and families with a culturally appropriate mechanism through which they are able to explore the effects of imprisonment from the perspectives of all participants – building knowledge and understanding in a safe environment • the strengthening of family and community connections and support structures based on mutual understanding of the issues • a focus on the strengths of offenders and Aboriginal culture • the involvement of family and community members in the ongoing support of the prisoner both before and after release. Pamphlet and poster design

An art competition was conducted with Aboriginal inmates at the Mid North Coast Correctional Centre to illustrate the pamphlet and poster for the Belonging to Family program. Local Elders voted on the best design which was Belonging to Family incorporated into the material. A program for Koori Dads inside The winning artist explained the significance of the artwork with and and how it relates to local Do you have...? Aboriginal inmates and non- A family member in custody for • It runs 12 months to serve on his sentence Elders. local Aboriginal inmates and 6 to his release. and • after family and • A partner/carer and children living in before or near Kempsey? extended their families coming to SHINE family his kids, Dad’s carer, for Kids (in the heart shape) the inmate children’s assist or his This program is to can help you! Program his partner Belonging Family to Family to provide assistance to be program Dad, to This with BelongingA program for Koori Dads inside 10 weeks 2440 together as a family. Co-ordinator, NSW Kempsey Rhodes, West Karen 3694, contact: Box 5901 How do form I apply?PO 6562 Staff participating (02) 3718 a referral phone SHINE for Kids recognises For 6562 389 (02) 129 the Traditional Custodians of Australia Barbara Cohen n Greg Holten fax and the local Aboriginal communities 0418 where it provides services. mobile Karen Rhodes n Sharon Mumford

24 9.2 Group Work

Group Work involves the following range of programs: • Children’s Schools Group Program • Children’s Community Group Program • Day Trips & School Holiday Program Aims of Group Work

Use of children’s peer groups in Group Work aims to: • reduce isolation, stigma and shame experienced by children who have a parent in prison • help children better understand imprisonment • help children recognise and discuss their feelings about having a parent in prison • validate and normalise children’s feelings about having a parent in prison • improve children’s ability to cope with having a parent in prison • help children acknowledge and cope with changes following imprisonment. Each child that comes to group is viewed as resourceful with existing resilience and coping skills. The purpose of our program is to help children identify and build on such resources. How the Group Work programs work • The program is 12 weeks in duration – 6 weeks per school term • The program is run separately for different age groups • A minimum of 6 and a maximum of 10 children participate in each group • Group sessions take place weekly for 1–1.5 hours • Groups are facilitated by a trained SHINE for Kids Group Worker, who is generally supported by a school counsellor (where possible), or a SHINE for Kids student or volunteer • Groups are held in a range of community venues and schools A variety of creative media are used to help the children express their feelings and experiences. Just being part of a peer support group is therapeutic as children discover they are not alone, that there are many other children who have similar experiences.

25 9. SHINE for Kids programs and services

9.2.1 Children’s Community Groups Program

Similar to the Schools Group Program, the community-based program has been facilitated in venues such as community centres local to the children. The community-based groups have the added value of being able to link the children into recreational and creative activities provided at the community centres which in turns helps reduce isolation and stigma and increases social competence. Community groups have also provided fun opportunities for children during the after school hours. This has meant they have been involved in meaningful and child-appropriate activities as well as engaging with other children with a parent in prison and having the chance to talk about this in a safe environment. annual statistics Community Groups Program March–June 2009 2009–2010 Number of groups facilitated 2 3 Number of group sessions 9 24 Attendances 48 120

Staff participating Lisa Reddy n Louise Blackburn n Salina Mohamed case studies Teenage Boys Group During September 2009 a group of teenage boys were invited to participate in a Crime Prevention community group at Parklea. The group sessions were facilitated by a variety of guest speakers such as a police officer, solicitor from Legal Aid, a DCS officer and his dog from the K9 unit and workers from the Brain Injury Unit. The highlight of the seven weeks was the boy’s reaction and the interest they showed in the DCS officer and his dog. The boys seemed intimidated by the dogs at first but once the officer gave them more information, they became more comfortable. The boys all asked questions and seemed very interested in the role the dogs play in a correctional centre. There were a few demonstrations inside and outside of the centre. The boys were amazed by what the dogs could do. One boy in particular was asking the officer about his job and what qualifications were needed to get to where he is now. The officer was open and shared information and discussed options for their futures. Teenage Girls Group Over a five-week period a group was held for teenage girls with the aim of helping them to acknowledge their inner strengths, acquire relaxation skills and knowledge to enhance their self esteem, confidence and assist them in coping with the stresses of having a parent in prison. Initially the girls were very shy and didn’t interact; however when the sessions were being concluded with an afternoon tea, some of the girls swapped numbers so they could stay in touch, creating relationships beyond the group.

26 9.2.2 School Groups Program

The program is delivered in primary and high schools mainly in Western and South Western Sydney. Each session ran for approximately 90 minutes, once a week over 8–12 weeks on school premises, during school time. Each group has had a minimum of 6 and maximum of 8 participants. Groups provided an opportunity for children who have parents in prison to have their feelings and experiences acknowledged and validated in a safe environment. Positive communication has been encouraged and children were invited to share their thoughts and join in activities; designed in consultation with them. Group activities and experiences aimed to improve children’s knowledge and understanding of issues relating to imprisonment. Children in group were encouraged to be active members and in most cases new friendships were formed resulting in reduced feelings of isolation. The school group program benefited from the involvement of school counsellors and school staff that help co facilitate they also created a valuable link with the children in their environment. Because of the regular contact and the trusting relationship the children developed with the facilitators the group worker has also been able to identify children’s additional need and made appropriate referrals to the School Counsellor. annual statistics School Groups Program March–June 2009 2009–2010 Number of groups facilitated 3 6 Number of group sessions 15 42 Attendances 76 208

Staff participating Lisa Reddy n Louise Blackburn n Salina Mohamed n Margaret Kelley n Leeann Turley case study One of the boys attending group over terms one and two of 2010 was angry because his father was in prison and frustrated because he felt everything was unfair and everyone was against him. During the first three weeks of group he was a reluctant participant. During the fifth session the group were invited to draw a picture of their family member in prison, the boy withdrew and got cross, his fists clenched, his teeth gritted and he shouted he didn’t want to talk about prison. In the earlier group sessions he showed a particular interest in animals, the group worker used this initiate a guessing game involving breeds of sniffer dogs. As well as having fun, the boy talked about what dogs he had seen on visits and the group facilitators were able to reassure the children that the dogs play an important role in keeping people in prison safe. The boy completed the group program and his involvement improved as he felt confident to express his feelings and ask questions about prison. As a result of his participation in group, the school counsellor who co- facilitated was able to build a bond with the boy and invited him to school counselling sessions to address his feelings of anger and frustration. The boy was also accepted into the SHINE for Kids Mentoring Program and his mother received an assisted referral for family support to help her deal with the change in parenting dynamics. End of group To celebrate the conclusion of two groups and their achievements, participants from the school group program in July 2010 attended an outing to the local bowling centre. The two groups combined and had a fun afternoon bowling, playing on the arcades and enjoying lunch together.

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9.2.3 School Holiday Program and Daytrips

These programs provide free, fun social outings and activities for children during school holidays and at weekends. Children have enjoyed participating in community activities for which their parents/carers may not be available or be able to afford themselves. The provision of these opportunities for children has provided reassurance to parents/carers that children are engaged in child appropriate, beneficial activities and therefore help reduce parental stress during what is consider by many to be an extremely difficult time. The social opportunities these programs have created has meant the children who attended have built trust and made connections with staff and friendships with other children which has helped reduce isolation and improved social competence. Activities included: bowling, Sydney Aquarium, going to the movies, an outing to a local park and lunch, going to McDonalds for lunch. Case study

A memorable outing was in August 2009 to the MacArthur AMF Bowling, while the venue itself provided the entertainment, the actual highlight was seeing the children interact, playing, chatting and get to know each other. The group really seemed to gel and two girls swapped telephone numbers so they could stay in touch. annual statistics Group Work 2007–2008 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of children who participated in the programs 268 57 60 Percentage of children that identified as ATSI 11% 39% 52% Percentage of children that identified as CALD 4% 7% 20% Number of children who participated in the Children’s School 97 25 37 Groups and Children’s Community Groups Programs Number of attendances in groups 419 112 328 Number of different groups held 16 5 8 Number of Day Trips undertaken with children 13 16 7 Number of children that attended Day Trips 45 40 40

Staff participating Lisa Reddy n Louise Blackburn n Salina Mohamed n Margaret Kelley

28 9.2.4 Central West Carers Group

This program is funded under the Commonwealth Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA), through the Local Answers initiative. This group operates at the SHINE for Kids Bathurst Child and Family Centre. The key objectives of the group are to improve the parenting skills of parents who are the outside carer of children/young people with a parent involoved in the criminal justice system. These are accomplished through: • providing an inviting weekly environment that made the carers feel welcome, secure and safe to discuss options for better parenting. • a variety of information and knowledge delivered through varied guest speakers from the local community to the carers of the children • assisting with childcare so the carers are able to attend the session to discuss one on one strategies to cope with change, and children’s behaviour. • lifestyle skills learnt have assisted in a structured family setting promoting healthy parenting skills. Program overview

The Carers Group is designed to offer support to those women who are the primary care giver for children while their partner is involved with the criminal justice system. The main goal of the group is to provide these women with the skills necessary to display effective parenting techniques, and to assist them in making sensible decisions in relation to their lifestyle choices. The women are educated in these areas through guest speakers that represent different organisations and services within the community, and the support networks which are established among all of the group members and the Group Facilitator. Individual consultation is also offered for additional support to these women whilst they are experiencing extenuating circumstances within their lives. Joining with other agencies

A weekly workshop ‘The invisible sentence’ was held for a period of six weeks by SHINE for Kids in conjunction with Central West Women’s Health Centre for the women in carers group. The sessions equipped women with information on support their own lives while having a partner incarcerated. The workshop identified support networks in the greater community, strategies to deal with family incarceration, promoting healthy relationships, enhancing communication and post-release expectations. annual statistics Central West Carer’s Group 2008–2009 2009–2010 Women attending carer’s group 11 17

Staff participating Trish Carr n Paige Eslick n Julia Boyd case study A representative from the South West Tenancy Advisory Service came to discuss housing with the group members (one of their most prevalent issues). Group members learned about their rights and obligations as tenants in the private and government housing markets, and some interesting conversations followed. At the conclusion of this information and training session, each woman received a certificate of attendence which representative suggested that she include with future housing applications to real estate agencies or the Department of Housing. The women were really excited with their certificates as many of them had never obtained a certificate for anything during their lifetime. One woman particularly benefitted, discussing her current housing situation with the representative, and making an appointment with him for further discussions. Since then he has represented this woman at a tenancy tribunal, which has assisted in improving the situation for her family.

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9.3 Child and family activities

9.3.1 Child and Family Centres – overview

Funding and buildings for the Child and Family Centres comes from a range of sources including: • NSW Department of Corrective Services & Corrective Services Industries • NSW Department of Community Services (Contribution to Bathurst Centre) • The GEO Group (Junee, Parklea) • Philanthropic donations SHINE for Kids has eight Child and Family Centres which: • Currently operate at Silverwater, Parklea, Windsor, Bathurst, Cessnock, Wellington • Will be operational by the end of 2010 at Kempsey and Junee All the centres offer a variety of programs and are open Saturday and Sundays with Silverwater, Windsor, and Parklea providing support seven days a week of support for children and families. Programs include: pre- booked child minding, weekend activity and play sessions, a drop-in service for families visiting their family member in prison. The centres provide an important mechanism for raising awareness of, and promoting all the services SHINE for Kids can offer children and young people who have a parent in the prison system.

Why are Child and Family Centres needed?

Visiting mum or dad in prison can be a daunting experience for a child. When looking at the world from the eyes of a child many visit areas are not child friendly or are conducive to relaxed, stress-free visits with Mum or Dad. Our centres are designed to break up the visit for the child and give kids some time out to “just be kids” and play with other kids in the same situation at the centre. Children and young people are able to visit with mum or dad either side of these play sessions, but instead of becoming bored or restless, the visit experience is enjoyable. And while children and young people are visiting our centres, parents and carers remain in the visit area and are able to talk about things their children should not listen to. SHINE for Kids’ reputation ensures parents feel secure in the knowledge that their children are safe whilst in our centres. On weekends our centres offer play, educational and creative activities to children and young people of all ages. At our centres there is no need for secrets and no need to avoid talking about their mum or dad. This peer support helps reduce the sense of isolation and feeling of being alone experienced by many children and young people. Volunteer involvement

SHINE for Kids staff are assisted week after week by a dedicated team of volunteers. The Child and Family Centres only operate when one paid childcare worker and at least one volunteer is present. We rely on our team of volunteers to keep our doors open, with our volunteers offering their time, energy, ideas, play skills and generosity of spirit to enable children with parents in prison to be supported and have a great time.

30 annual statistics Child and Family Centres 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of individual children supported 1329 1163 Children’s attendance at all our Child and Family Centres 2840 3035

Numbers of individual children supported

402 2007–2008 400 2008–2009 363 2009–2010 332 313 299 304 300 296 264

237231 Children

f o 200 r e b

m 150 N u 103 107 100 82 59 36

0 Bathurst Silverwater Windsor Wellington Cessnock Parklea

Numbers of attendances

1200 1155

1050 2007–2008 975 2008–2009 2009–2010 900

698 677 654

Attendances 600

f o

r 476 e b 378 m 370 308 N u 300 244 227

99 90 85 62 0 Bathurst Silverwater Windsor Wellington Cessnock Parklea

Notes: Silverwater – Lower numbers due to Silverwater Men’s Correctional Centre changing status Cessnock – Lower numbers due to correctional changes at end 2009/beginning 2010 Parklea – Privatisation of the correctional facility impacted on service delivery

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9.3.2 Prison Invisits Program – overview

This initiative provides activities within the visiting area of correctional centres to occupy children while on a visit to their parent. This is proving to be a much-needed program which complements the Child and Family Centres provided by SHINE for Kids. In 2009–2010 the program operated in the following correctional centres: • Metropolitan Remand & Reception Centre, NSW • Wellington, NSW • Silverwater Women’s, NSW • Junee, NSW • Parklea, NSW • Barwon, Victoria • Dillwynia, NSW • Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, Victoria • Cessnock, NSW annual statistics Prison Invisits Program 2008–2009 2009–2010 Total number of indivdual children supported 2958 3208 Total number of children’s attendances Not available 5712

Numbers of individual children supported

1200 1112 2009–2010 1000 902 800 Children

600 f 478 o

e 400 b

m 185 192 u 200 157

N 64 94 24 0 Metropolitan Silverwater Parklea Dyllwynia Cessnock Wellington Junee Barwon Dame Remand and Womens (from May 2010) Phyllis Frost Reception

Numbers of children’s attendances

2000 1846 2007–2008 2008–2009 1500 2009–2010 1237

998 1011 Attendances

1000 f 873 872 o

r 724 713 e 658 b m

u 500 443 442 N 250 217 183 46 77 77 70 0 Metropolitan Silverwater Parklea Dyllwynia Cessnock Wellington Junee Barwon Dame Remand and Womens (from May 2010) Phyllis Frost Reception

Notes: Cessnock – Lower numbers due to correctional changes at the end 2009 and beginning 2010 Parklea – Privatisation of the correctional facility impacted on service delivery Dillwynia – Commenced operating in May 2010

32 9.3.3 Child and Family Centre Silverwater (The Cath Gissane Centre)

Booked childcare sessions

The booked childcare sessions have provided an invaluable service for some families, who will phone during the week to book in their children on the weekend. The children have a lot of fun playing and doing craft activities in a happy, safe environment. This is a great comfort to families using this service regularly, praising the staff and being very grateful for their access to this service. The number of children utilising the Child and Family Centre this year decreased due to Silverwater Men’s Correctional Centre reducing in numbers. Focus was then redirected to providing additional Prison Invisits to other correctional centres in the complex. Drop-in service

The Silverwater Child and Family Centre provides a warm and inviting area for families waiting for a visit or collecting themselves before travelling home. This year we have had a huge increase in numbers of people dropping in for information and support, due to volunteers running Prison Invisits at two correctional centres on the Silverwater complex, where they direct families to our Centre for a cuppa and a chat with staff who understand their issues and can provide information on our services and other community support programs. Some families come in very distressed by the alien environment, struggling to cope with what is happening to their incarcerated. They are confused, scared and unsure of who to turn to and which services are available to help them. We have been able to assist many by providing a supportive, non-judgmental environment where they can offload to people that actually understand how they feel. annual statistics Silverwater Child and Family Centre 2007–2008 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of times children attended the centre 378 244 99 Number of individual children who attended the centre 313 103 13 Percentage of children who identified as CALD 46% 23% 6% Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 2% 17% 41% Number of families who attended the centre 84 16 17

Silverwater Child and Family Centre – Drop-in service 2007–2008 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of children who dropped into the centre 58 68 186 Number of adults who dropped in for support 51 150 361 Percentage of children who identified as CALD 5% 66% 37% Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 4% 3% 8%

Special days

• Families Week barbecue for the visitors to the correctional complex • NAIDOC Day 2009 celebrations case study A family found out about our drop-in service on the internet, and spent about two hours with us. Their family member had been placed in the MRRC and they had many questions. Friendly staff provided answers and accompanied them to the MRRC, showing them where to put in the dad’s clothes and how to deposit money into his account. The family were very grateful and said that they felt much less anxious, much better informed now about the processes, about SHINE for Kids and about other available services.

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9.3.4 Prison Invisits Program – Silverwater Correctional Complex

Metropolitan Remand and Reception Centre

Staff and volunteers have given a lot of attention to this program since the change to visits in Silverwater men’s centre. The Prison Invisits Program provides within the visiting area of the prison an area set aside to run the art/ craft and activities for children while visiting a family member, allowing adults to discuss matters to which their children should not be privy. It removes the burden of trying to entertain their children while needing to discuss everyday issues in a one-hour visit. Families are becoming aware of the program operating on the weekends and have commented on how the inmate parent is able to spend quality time with the children knowing that when they go and do activities, it allows the adults to concentrate on other matters. It also provides a child-friendly channel for communication between the inmate and their children. The remand centres can be a very stressful environment for people waiting for sentencing or release. It is a strange, highly emotional time and, again, the children are caught up in a very stressful situation. This program provides assistance in relieving some of the pressure brought to bear on families caught up in it. This year has seen a dramatic increase of families with children attending weekend invisits as the program creates a safe, child-friendly atmosphere in a very sterile environment. Throughout the year we held specially themed activities in which inmates and their children could participate, including Father’s and Mother’s Day cards, plus activities celebrating NAIDOC Day. Aboriginal visitors commented on how wonderful it was to see their culture being celebrated with appropriate cultural activities for the children. annual statistics Prison Invisits Program – MRRC 2007–2008 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of children who attended the program 873 998 1846 Number of individual children who attended the program Not available 580 902 Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 6% 1.5% 8% Percentage of children who identified as CALD 53% 41% 37%

Silverwater Women’s Correctional Centre

The new visit area was opened this year at the Silverwater Women’s Centre which has resulted in an increase in children attending. There is a designated craft area in the new visits section which has attracted more children as it is larger, nicer environment than previously. Focus is to assist families that care for the children to have a happier child friendly visit. The women are very pleased with the program and are telling their families minding their children how it is less stressful and not boring for the children to come and visit. This is reflected in the huge increase in numbers compared to last year. annual statistics Prison Invisits Program – Silverwater Women’s 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of children who attended the program 217 443 Number of individual children who attended the program Not available 185 Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 1% 11% Percentage of children who identified as CALD 7% 14%

Staff participating Susan Plunkett n Rosemary Proust n Victoria Talbot

34 9.3.5 Child and Family Centre Bathurst (The Winangaay Centre)

This year has seen a complete refurbishment of the centre with the extension of a Queensland room (shown below), a new kitchen and new flooring. Unfortunately, this meant that the centre was closed for 4 months of the year, but it will be well worth the wait. The local Truckies Ball raised $6000 which purchased new toys and equipment for the centre. The children will now able to enjoy a wide variety of fun and engaging activities such as table tennis, home corner, outdoor equipment, manipulative games and toys, electronic games, and much more. In May 2010, we welcomed to our Bathurst team the new Child and Family Worker, Kelli-anne Buss, who took over the Child and Family Centre and became the new regional Team Leader. Throughout the year we have celebrated many events such as Fathers Day with the making of photo frames for the dads. We have also celebrated many other special events such as Australia Day, Chinese New Year, Anzac Day, Bathurst 1000, and Halloween that included many special treats and activities for the children and families who attended the centre. The Christmas party was a wonderful success with over 120 people attending and the help of 10 volunteers on the day. Highlights included Santa giving out the presents, a visit from PRIME possum, a big red fire engine, a jumping castle, lucky door prizes and competitions. We had plenty of food, with the help of local volunteers to cook the barbecue and wonderful support from local community members donating pizza, fruit, snacks and bread rolls. Thanks to all the support from local businesses and volunteer donations, the party was able to run at minimal cost. annual statistics Child and Family Centre Bathurst 2007–2008 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of times children attended the centre 698 677 975 Number of individual children who attended the centre 296 332 299 Percentage of children who identified as CALD 38% 1% 6% Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 3% 45% 42% Number of adults who dropped in 24 42 82 Number of children who dropped in 36 76 124

Staff participating Rebecca Bucan n Kelli-anne Buss n Cara Armstrong case study A mother was approached by SHINE for Kids staff in the visits area to see if the children would like to attend the SHINE for Kids Child and Family Centre. The children wanted to come down to the centre for a play, however their mother said that their father had only just come into the visits area and they hadn’t seen him for long enough. The worker informed the mother that she was there every weekend and that she was welcome to relax with a coffee at the end of the visit rather than travelling straight away. After the visit, the mother and her two daughters came down and asked if they could have a look at the centre. As they were leaving the mother asked if she could return after getting the kids some lunch as it would be good to rest before travelling the five hours home. The family came back for the afternoon session and debriefed with the worker, reducing the mother’s stress and allowing the children to have some play time.

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9.3.6 Child and Family Centre Windsor Prison Invisits Program – Dillwynia Women’s Correctional Centre

Since to the opening of the Outer Metropolitan Multi Purpose Centre, the number of families utilising the centre has increased. Our Saturday Drop Ins is especially high between the hours of 11am and 1pm. Towards the end of 2009 we extended our operational hours on a Saturday due to the local bus service changing its timetable to picking up visitors on The Northern Road at 4.15pm. This left a lot of people stranded in extreme weather conditions and the safety of the children waiting on a busy road were of concern. By extending our hours we have been able to provide comfort and safety for visitors and children whilst waiting to catch the bus home. Our childcare attendance numbers have been fluctuating within the last few months of the year getting to be quite low, as there has been a decrease in children visiting the centres. The number of children from John Morony I has dropped, and the number of children from the Outer Metropolitan Multi Purpose Centre fluctuates. However we do have a small number of children that regularly attend our centre for childcare. May 2010 also saw the start of us providing the Prison Invisits Program in Dillwynia Women’s Correctional Centre, with a hugely positive response from the children and carers involved. We have found it difficult to attract volunteers to this centre because of distance and lack of public transport. This of course has a huge impact on how we operate, but we are continuously trying to find ways to rectify this so we can provide quality programs for the children and families that visit. annual statistics Child and Family Centre Windsor 2007–2008 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of times children attended the centre 370 476 654 Number of individual children who attended the centre 237 231 402 Percentage of children who identified as CALD 13% 32% 36% Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 5% 16% 20% Number of times adults dropped in for support 184 98 428 Number of times children dropped in with their carer 181 113 273

Prison Invisits Program – Dillwynia Women’s Correctional Centre 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of children who attended the program Not available 46 Number of individual children who attended the program Not available 24 Percentage of children who identified as ATSI Not available 0% Percentage of children who identified as CALD Not available 5%

Special events

• NAIDOC Week celebrations, July 2009 • Annual Volunteer Awards night • Annual Families Week Celebrations. This year our Child and Family Centre held one Annual Children’s Christmas Party for all the Sydney Child and Family Centres. This day was a wonderful success with over 60 children and their carers in attendance. The volunteers that attended the day did a great job as it was extremely busy and lot of effort went into preparing for the day which paid off and was very successful. As always the highlight is when Santa arrives and every child received a present and went home very happy and exhausted.

Staff participating Erin Kester n Rosie Proust n Victoria Talbot

36 case study One very hot Saturday in January 2010 (42 degrees) I saw there were two ladies and a toddler sitting outside on the grass in front of Dillwynia Women’s Correctional Centre. I approached them and told them to come and wait for their visit at our centre. I was shocked to see that under a little blanket on one of the ladies arms was a 6-day-old baby! The ladies were very thankful that I noticed them and for our service. This family now attends our Centre to wait for their visit every second week.

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9.3.7 Child and Family Centre Wellington Prison Invisits Program, Wellington Correctional Centre

The Wellington Child and Family centre has continued to provide morning and afternoon Childcare sessions for children who are visiting at Wellington Correctional Centre. We are able to provide an environment that is friendly, caring and is child focused allowing children to be themselves and interact with children in similar circumstances as their own. At times when a volunteer is unable to work, In visit activity sessions are held in the visit area of the Correctional centre. July 2009 saw NAIDOC celebrations held at the correctional centre for the families. This was a successful day with face painting, Aboriginal stories and music, a sausage sizzle and giveaways. A very happy night was had by staff, volunteers and their families in August for the annual Deidre Hyslop Volunteer Awards dinner. It was fantastic to see all of the volunteers there on the night, each presented with a certificate of appreciation. Michelle Clare was awarded Volunteer of the Year for her outstanding commitment and all her work for the organisation. In October a stall was held in Dubbo at an event called “Reclaim the Night”, which raised awareness about domestic violence. This was an excellent opportunity to raise the profile of SHINE for Kids in the community. A family day allowed inmates and children to spend some quality time together and to participate in arts and crafts, games outdoor play and to be able to have a meal together. This was a wonderful day and it was fantastic to see the smiles on the childrens’ and parents’ faces. At Christmas time a raffle was organised with some wonderful prizes donated and volunteers and myself were busy selling tickets. The raffle was drawn at our annual Christmas party held on 19th December. It was a very successful Christmas party with approximately 100 people in attendance, raising $1200. A huge attraction was a display of snakes which the children were able to touch and hold. A Bunnings BBQ was held in scorching conditions in January with $481 raised. During January SHINE for Kids promoted itself within the community and more links were made with the Indigenous and non- Indigenous organisations. I went along as guest speaker at various organisations to promote SHINE for Kids and to try to increase our numbers of volunteers. A morning tea was held for Families Week and coincided with an open day. A chocolate fundraiser was held with inmates purchasing chocolates and nearly $2000 being raised. It was a very successful year for SHINE for Kids at Wellington. The volunteers have worked extremely hard on all our fundraising activities and also have kept the Centre open by volunteering their time on weekends. annual statistics Child and Family Centre Wellington 2007–2008 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of times children attended the centre 227 1050 1155 Number of individual children who attended the centre 111 363 304 Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 55% 57% 59% Percentage of children who identified as CALD 5% 1% 4% Number of times adults dropped in for support 28 106 79 Number of times children dropped in with their carer 21 291 75

Prison Invisits Program – Wellington Correctional Centre 2007–2008 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of individual children who attended the program 183 67 64 Number of times children attended the program Not available 77 77 Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 62% 57% 40% Percentage of children who identified as CALD 13% 3% 1%

38 Special activities

• Chocolate fundraiser with inmates purchasing chocolates • NAIDOC Day Celebration • Recognition of Families Week and open day • Annual Christmas party and raffle • Bunnings BBQ • Volunteer awards

Staff participating Maree Thomas n Michelle Clare n Jules Gregory case study One family has been involved in SHINE for kids in Wellington since early 2008. The grandparents have custody of the two grandchildren as their mother and father are both incarcerated. The children have lived with their grandparents since they were aged 2 years and 2 months respectively. The grandparents travel to Wellington to visit their daughter and occasionally bring the children to visit their mother. The grandparents also take the children to visit their father at a different prison on occasions. SHINE for Kids has been assisting this Family by providing Childcare sessions which the children attend. The grandmother is a wonderful person who gives tireless amounts of her time to others. She has helped to organise the raffle prizes, to sell tickets and always volunteers her time to help out when we have events. Sometimes she will bring a bag of fruit, ice blocks or cordial for the centre. The incarcerated mother is always thankful for what SHINE for Kids does for her family and can’t praise the organisation enough. It was wonderful this year when SHINE for kids was able to provide some financial assistance to the family; the young boy is now participating in ten-pin bowling and his sister is receiving tutoring which the family would not have otherwise been able to afford. The children have benefited greatly from these activities and are very willing participants. The mother is very pleased and has commented on how it has helped to strengthen communications between herself and the children.

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9.3.8 Child and Family Centre Cessnock Prison Invisits Program – Cessnock Correctional Centre

SHINE for Kids Child and Family Centre at Cessnock provides support and respite to children and families, who are visiting a family member in the Cessnock Correctional Facility on the weekends. The Centre provides a place for the children to interact with each other without any value judgments while fostering a sense of positive self esteem as they participate in the art/craft activities and other experiences that the Centre offers. Due to the correctional changes at the end of 2009 and beginning of 2010 the numbers of visitors decreased but are slowly starting to pick up again. A Prison Invisits Program operates in the correctional centre visits area for children that want to stay with their family as they do not visit on a regular basis, due to distances. This provides a fun atmosphere for the children and allows the families to have private discussions around issues that children should not hear. Over the past year a major focus has been on establishing links with other community agencies which include: Black Creek Multi Purpose Centre Mayaroo, Barkuma Aboriginal Neighbourhood Centre who kindly donated an Aboriginal print table cloth for our NAIDOC Day celebrations, Koe-Nara Community Centre, New Directions Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mothers and Babies Child and Family Health, and links with an Aboriginal Elder. By joining Cessnock interagency meetings, placing articles in the local paper and encouraging volunteer participation over local radio network, along with distribution of pamphlets to local community agencies and liaising with local high schools and Aboriginal teachers within those schools, SHINE for Kids at Cessnock is establishing itself as a much-needed community resource for children and families with a loved one in the prison system. This is reflected in feedback from members of these community groups or local townspeople. SHINE for Kids Cessnock has also begun this year to establish links outside the local area by developing an ongoing relationship with Newcastle University. annual statistics Child and Family Centre Cessnock 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of times children attended the Centre 308 90 Number of individual children who attended the Centre 264 82 Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 7% 29% Percentage of children who identified as CALD 3% 4% Number of times adults dropped in for support 12 17 Number of times children dropped in with their carer 7 31

Prison Invisits Program – Cessnock Correctional Centre 2007–2008 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of times children attended the program 1011 872 713 Number of individual children who attended the program Not available Not available 192 Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 12% 24% 28% Percentage of children who identified as CALD 19% 21% 4%

Special events

2009 Christmas Party at SHINE for Kids Children and families visiting the Correctional Centre and families from Cessnock local community attended. We supplied a Jumping castle; karaoke, face painting, art/craft activities, and barbecue lunch with salads and fruit platters. Snacks and treats were also a huge success.

40 Santa arrived and handed out presents to all the children and it was wonderful to see the happy faces. All the children had a fun day playing games, joining in the activities, opening up their presents, and lining up to take turns at the piñata, while mums and carers were able to sit have tea, coffee, and a social chat and network with local community agencies. NAIDOC Day 2009 celebrations Activities conducted were face painting, Aboriginal music played on CD, ball games and cultural art and craft. A barbecue lunch with salad was provided. The Black Creek Multi Purpose Centre “Mayaroo” staff attended with their families offering their support. Barkuma Aboriginal Neighbourhood Centre provided cultural art and craft resources and helped with suggestion for other activities and some fantastic ideas on culturally appropriate decorations for the centre. Mothers’ Day For Mothers Day we provided card-making craft for the children so they could make cards and gifts for their mums. The children loved doing this and many made the comment that it was great that they now could give their mum a present for Mothers’ Day.

Staff participating David Fitzgibbon n Marika Carroll case study A regular visitor to the Cessnock correctional facility for two years has been a mother with two children. The children always come into the visits room to do art work for their dad. The children actively talk about their parents in a positive way, and they also like to talk to SHINE for Kids staff about what they have been up to. The children love coming down to the Child and Family Centre after they have spent time with their dad. The children happily engage in the activities and enjoy playing and talking with the other children who attend the centre. The family always attends our special events, NAIDOC celebrations and Christmas parties. At the Christmas party the mother became quite emotional and said, “Thank you for the great toys that SHINE for Kids had arranged for Santa to give the children.” She wanted to know how SHINE for Kids managed to get such exciting gifts for the kids. We explained how we receive many generous gifts from various community groups and through corporate donations as they understand, and want to assist people in a difficult time. The mother and the inmate father have both expressed gratitude for our help and support, and how wonderful it is that SHINE for Kids is at Cessnock to support the families.

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9.3.9 Child and Family Centre Parklea Prison Invisits Program – Parklea Correctional Centre

The GEO Group won the tender to operate the Parklea Correctional Centre and began operating in November 2009. This changeover had a major impact on the operation of the Child and Family Centre. The inmates in Area 4 Works Release were transferred in August to other prisons and therefore there were no children to attend the Child and Family Centre from August 2009 to January 2010. From January 2010 inmates were slowly brought back to Parklea; however due to a lot of the inmates in Area 4 having weekend release, it impacted on the number of children attending our centre. In Parklea Remand Centre, visits also decreased during the changeover from Corrections NSW to GEO; once the transition settled, visit numbers started to increase. Families are always thanking us for supplying craft and activities for the children whilst they are visiting. They comment on how it is easier and not as stressful during the visit with the children happily occupied. They are also grateful for the information supplied by SHINE for Kids staff and volunteers about our services and for the empathy and understanding of what these families are going through. The drop-in service has increased its numbers from none to at least four adults a weekend from May; numbers can be higher corresponding to the visitors on those days. The focus has been on providing the families with information about our services through promotional barbecues and conversations, as well as educating The GEO Group staff about our services and schedules. This has increased referrals coming through to the centre from clients and inmates. As we rely on volunteers to assist us to provide childcare and the Prison Invisits Program, we have been fortunate to increase our volunteer numbers with students from the local TAFE. annual statistics Child and Family Centre Parklea January–June 2009 2009–2010 Number of times children attended the centre 85 62 Number of individual children who attended the centre 36 59 Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 11% 30% Percentage of children who identified as CALD 55% 41%

Drop-In Service – Child and Family Centre Parklea January–June 2009 2009–2010 Number of children who dropped in with their carer 27 33 Number of adults who dropped for support 32 28 Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 19% Not available Percentage of children who identified as CALD 30% Not available

Prison Invisits Program – Parklea Correctional Centre July 2008–June 2009 2009–2010 Number of times children attended the program 724 1237 Number of individual children who attended the program Not available 1112 Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 6% 6% Percentage of children who identified as CALD 45% 31%

42 Special activities

We have held promotional BBQs throughout the year and this has had great feedback from clients as they are able to find out more about SHINE for Kids, and also has increased the drop-in numbers. The Child and Family Centre Parklea has celebrated National Families Week and NAIDOC Week by organising arts and crafts for the childcare visitors and Invisits Program. We conducted barbecue lunches, face painting, free clothes and quilts and an information table. The days were a huge success in informing clients of our services.

Staff participating Melinda Pale Eli n Rosemary Proust n Sharon Ewins case study In an Aboriginal family who use the Child and Family Centre frequently is a grandmother who has custody of the two children aged four and one. Nan asked me if I could understand her 4-year-old grandson when he spoke, to which I replied that I could. After spending some time with the child, I realised he had a speech delay. I approached Nan that afternoon and spoke with her about her grandson’s speech and she shared her concerns. I asked her if the childcare centre where the child attends 4 days a week had picked up on his speech. She said that no, they hadn’t. I was concerned that the child would be attending school the next year and so was his nan. I helped Nan fill out a referral form requesting financial assistance for speech therapy and advised her to discuss our conversation with the director his childcare as they should have been doing something about it. As she is a pensioner, Nan was very thankful as her grandson has been on the public waiting list for over a year now, and she simply cannot afford private therapy. The following weekend, Nan approached me and said that she had spoken with her grandson’s daycare teacher. She told them that I had picked up on the child’s speech delay and asked why they hadn’t. The teacher had made some phone calls and managed to book them straight into an Aboriginal Health Centre to start speech therapy. I also supplied Nan a bag full of girl’s party hats, plates cups etc. as her granddaughter was having her first birthday. These goodies had been donated to me when the centre first opened. Nan was extremely grateful.

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9.3.10 Prison Invisits Program – Junee Correctional Centre

SHINE for Kids Junee is based at the Junee Correctional Centre, a prison privately run by The GEO Group Australia. Our services commenced within the correctional centre in July 2009 and we currently deliver two programs, a Prison Invisits Program and Child/Parent Activity Days. Since our arrival at Junee Correctional Centre SHINE for Kids has also been involved in family days such as Sorry Day and Waitangi Day which are held within the prison’s Cultural Centre. Each weekend SHINE for Kids operates in the two visits locations in the correctional centre, alternating between the main and C Unit locations based on the weather and children attending the centre. Weather permitting, our primary location is in the main visits area as it receives more children and facilities catering for them are otherwise non-existent. During this year The GEO Group have funded the construction of a Child and Family Centre Junee (shown above), which will be operational by the end of 2010. annual statistics Prison Invisits Program – Junee Correctional Centre 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of times children attended the program 533 658 Number of individual children who attended the program 242 478 Percentage of children who identified as CALD 7% 2% Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 36% 20%

Special activities

• Child/Parent Days, 18th December 2009 and 9th April 2010 • Waitangi Day celebrations, 6th February 2010 • Sorry Day, 28th May 2010

Staff participating Kelly Reynolds n Gloria Larman case study A family attending on a regular basis comprised a mother and stepdaughter who once spent thirty minutes on the visits floor waiting for the inmate. During this time the child played with the construction blocks and also made some artwork for her father. When the inmate finally arrived in the visits area, the child ran as fast as she could to him to show him the artwork that she had done for him.

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9.4.1 Children’s Supported Transport Service

The Children’s Supported Transport Service is funded through Corrective Services NSW and the Property Industry Foundation. The service aims to improve the emotional, psychological and physical well-being of children by ensuring that they are able to spend quality time with Mum or Dad. Maintaining a positive relationship between child and parent is extremely important to a child’s self-esteem, self-identity, attachment style, and ‘normal’ child development stages. When a child experiences separation from their parent the consequences can be a feeling of loss, grief, anxiety, depression and abandonment. The child’s experiences are compounded by stigma and discrimination in the community, an added burden on each child and their families. The visits for children are well planned and monitored. The planning includes: liaising with child, family and inmate, confirming date and times, cars are booked, workers and volunteers are booked in and timetabled. SHINE for Kids Children’s Transport Workers assume responsibility for the children from the time they collect the children until they return the children safely home again after the prison visit with Mum or Dad. The long-term nature of the work ensures that the children have an ongoing, intensive support person who understands their unique situation and the issues they face. Whilst transporting children, the Children’s Transport Worker assesses, through casual conversation, each child’s emotional state and attitude to ensure that contact between parent and child is in the child’s best interest. Over time, trust builds between the worker and the child, the parent in prison and the carer. The Children’s Supported Transport service is crucial to children that would otherwise not get to visit their loved one to maintain that much needed child parent bond.

“Many thanks for everything you have done for us throughout the past 10 months. Keep up the wonderful job.” – Family of 4 children “Thank you for bringing my children to visit me, without your assistance I would not get to see my children. I also want to thank you for helping me with giving me parenting information as it is very difficult to understand what your teenager is going through when you’re not around them all the time.” – Inmate, parent of 3 teenage children “Thanks for taking me to see my mum all the time.” – Boy aged 4 years annual statistics Children’s Supported Transport Service 2007–2008 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of individual children transported to visit their mum or 128 114 57 dad in prison Number of visits that were provided to children 170 282 201 Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 32% 26% 19% Percentage of children who identified as CALD 15% 19% 36% Number of kilometres travelled 37,017 35,313 28,519

Staff participating Kerry Hickin n Jeanette Taylor n Tracy McMillian n Melissa Buckley n Pat Clarke n Scarlet Ballas Nathaniel Sundstrom n Helen Gadd n Rosie Proust n Ruth Deabill n Sharon Mumford

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9.4.2 Child/Parent Activity Days Program

Child/Parent Activity Days are funded by Corrective Services NSW and through a range of small philanthropic grants. Child/Parent Activity Days ensure children are able to stay connected to their parent and maintain their essential child-parent bond despite the barriers of prison. This child-focused program emphasises the importance on giving the inmate parents opportunities to have sole responsibility of their children for four hours. The program has been operating in various Correctional Centres throughout NSW for many years with enormous success assisting inmate parents to interact, develop and maintain their relationship/bond with their children. The majority of these days are held within school holidays to enable all children to attend. SHINE for Kids provide craft and a range of age appropriate games to encourage the interactive play between parent and child as well as lending support, encouragement and lessons on how to care for their baby which is crucial to parent/child bonding. annual statistics Child/Parent Activity Days Program 2007–2008 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of children who attended the days 318 250 260 Number of individual children who attended the days Not available Not available 212 Number of inmate parents who attended the days 182 141 109 Number of children who were transported by SHINE for Kids 63 78 75 to the days Percentage of children who identified as ATSI Not available Not available 32 Percentage of children who identified as CALD Not available Not available 12% Percentage of inmates who identified as ATSI 35% 28% 22% Percentage of inmates who identified as CALD 32% 38% 12% Number of volunteers who assisted with the days 6 8 16 case study A young inmate Dad said he was a bit scared to have his 3-month-old baby for four hours without his partner present as his baby was born whilst he was in custody. His partner was also a bit hesitant but really wanted dad to bond with his son. On the day the mother had written out many instructions and SHINE for Kids staff assured her that Dad and bub would be fine. Dad had a nervous start but as the time progressed he learned how to change a nappy and insisted on no instructions for the second nappy and for us to just supervise. So we just watched without comment. He proudly boasted to all present how well he did it. No-one had the heart to tell him the nappy was on back to front. Dad then learned how to give the bottle, burp and cuddle his baby to sleep. Just staring at his baby sleeping as I walked past, he suddenly shouted with a big grin, “Look, I’ve got him asleep!” Which, of course, startled the baby awake. With encouragement and patience dad stopped him crying and got him back to sleep again. When it was time for the child to go, his dad could not stop thanking us, saying that it was “the best day of his life”. case study It was the birthday of a child who’d attended every Child/Parent Activity Day while his dad was in custody. The dad requested to be allowed to bring in a guitar as he had written a song for his son’s birthday. All the children and dads sat around whilst the song was being sung and there was not a dry eye in the place, including a couple of correctional staff present. The song was about his son and how very special he is. His son was so proud and kept telling everyone about his song.

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Christmas Child/Parent Activity Days are always a highlight for the children and inmate parents. Christmas craft is supplied and the children get to enjoy making tree decorations to take home knowing that they did this with their parents. Everyone looks forward to when Santa arrives and gives out toys to the children. It is very special to see the children and parents enjoy a special occasion together that they would normally miss out on. Minister Phillip Costa and Mr Ron Woodham, Commissioner, arrived at our Windsor Child and Family Centre where they were presented with a colourful canvas painting that 20 children had painted at a Child/Parent Activity Day to thank Mr Woodham and show their appreciation on how much it means to them to attend these special Days.

Left, L–R: The Hon. Mr Phillip Costa MP, Megan Shepherd, Gloria Larman and Mr Ron Woodham, Commissioner

Staff participating Melinda Pale Eli n Erin Kester n Susan Plunkett n Kelly Reynolds n Sharon Mumford n Kerry Hickin Scarlett Ballas n Melissa Buckley n Tracy McMillan n Helen Gadd

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9.4.3 Video Visits Program

The Video Visits Program is funded through Corrective Services NSW and the Scully Foundation. The SHINE for Kids Video Visits program offers families an alternative way to stay connected by linking them through video conferencing. The program has allowed children to re-establish and/or maintain positive relationships with their parent or carer while they are in prison. It has given reassurance to children that live too far away from the prison to visit, that there is a way to visually see their parent and gives an opportunity for interaction without a physical visit to the prison. Video Visits have assisted the incarcerated parent in maintaining an active parenting role, whilst the children can show their parent things they have made at school and share stories. This year has seen SHINE for Kids continuing to develop the Video Visits Program and recent success in raising funds to implement video conferencing equipment for each of the SHINE for Kids Centres. This will increase the number of families that are able to access the service as they will be able to drop into one of our centres, therefore putting more children in contact with their family member. In addition, Corrective Services NSW has also invited SHINE for Kids to participate in a new scheduling system. This will greatly assist by speeding up the process and reducing the waiting time between when an inmate submits an application to when SHINE for Kids receives it and is able to facilitate it. annual statistics Video Visits Program 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of times children participated in video visits 30 20 Number of individual children who participated in video visits 34 13 Percentage of children who identified as CALD 0% 0% Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 23% 35% Total number of requested video visits 79 36

Staff participating Louise Blackburn n Sharon Mumford n Kerry Hickin case study A Victorian family who had come to NSW for work purposes had only been settled in their new home for approximately one week when the children’s father was arrested and placed in custody in Junee. The mother and her children at that stage decided to travel back to Melbourne to live, extremely traumatised by the whole event. The children’s father was incarcerated for a period of twelve months in NSW and the mother did not have the funds or the means to get to Junee Correctional Centre for the children to visit. The 2-year-old son missed contact with his father terribly and the other children were concerned that they would forget what their father looked like after no face-to-face contact for a period of twelve months. SHINE for Kids arranged a Video Visit and afterwards the mother reported that throughout the session her toddler son kept kissing and hugging the monitor and trying to climb inside the TV monitor with him. Mum also reported that she felt the children coped a lot better with their father’s return, due solely to being able to maintain audio-visual contact with their father during the incarceration period.

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9.5.1 Intake, assessment and referral for children and their families

Community Services, Department of Human Services NSW and Corrective Services NSW currently fund this service. SHINE for Kids has a centralised intake referral and assessment system across the organisation. This centralised model allows for effective and efficient case management of children and families to occur. This program assists children and families by assessing their needs, identifying risks that may be impacting on the children’s wellbeing and seeking appropriate services that help the children and families reach their goals. These services are largely provided by SHINE for Kids but where a family’s needs are beyond our remit, Intake will source and support other external referrals. A large majority of requests received by Intake are for contact services, SHINE for Kids continues to facilitate these requests where appropriate, therefore assisting children to be able to maintain and/or re establish positive relationships. At the Intake point, clients receive information about the Criminal Justice System and different community agencies that are available to them; they are able to drop into the centre and receive face to face and telephone counselling. annual statistics Intake and Assessment 2008–2009 2009–2010 Total number of family referrals to SHINE for Kids through Intake services 572 831

Note: This excludes referrals for children who attended Child and Family Centres, Prison Invisits Program, Child/Parent Activity days, School Group Work Program, Education Program, Bathurst Carers Group and Victorian Programs. Special activities

Intake sometimes receives requests from inmates for contact with their children where there has been no previous involvement prior to incarceration. Where it has been assessed to be appropriate, Intake has assisted inmates and children to establish contact via letters and pictures by sending out a booklet designed by the Intake worker containing activity ideas designed to open up a dialogue between parents who have been estranged from their children or who are looking for additional ways to maintain a positive relationship alive. Positive feedback has been gained from children and Inmates and some of the ideas have been developed into a published pack used in conjunction with the Story Time program.

Staff participating Louise Blackburn n Sharon Mumford n Leeann Turley case study A young mother with her 18 month old daughter dropped into the Silverwater office following a distressing visit to her partner at the Metropolitan Regional Remand Centre. The intake worker sat with the mother and listened to her; she cried intermittently and explained how she was so confused regarding her partners negative behaviour towards her in the visit. To assist the client the intake worker filled out a referral form and completed an assessment with the mother and identified that providing transport for her youngest daughter would help maintain a better quality contact with her father while the mother herself could re- evaluate the relationship with her partner. Before leaving, the intake worker helped the mother to identify some short, medium and long term goals and discussed ways she may achieve these. The next week the mother dropped in again and while she was still teary she was proud to tell the intake worker what steps she had taken towards achieving her goals. The intake worker stayed in telephone contact with the mother for four more weeks during which time she had achieved many of her short and medium goals and had developed the confidence she needed to resolve the difficulties she was experiencing with her partner. The mother called intake six weeks after she initially dropped into this office to say how much she appreciated someone being there to listen and showing concern for her; that she was in a much better place and was well on her way to achieving her long-term goals.

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9.5.2 Bathurst Education Program

The Department of Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs currently funds this program, which seeks to improve the literacy and numeracy skills of primary school aged children. The Program assists children by having the Education Support Worker and Volunteers work one-on-one with a child each week. The educational content which is covered during this time is directed by the child’s class teacher, or is determined by the Department of Education’s syllabuses and is aided by numerous educational resources. These sessions are conducted within school hours at the child’s school. This enables the program workers to communicate weekly with the child’s teacher, principal, and the school’s counsellor. This communication enables the organisation to manage the child by using a holistic approach while learning and understanding different aspects of the child’s life. annual statistics Bathurst Education Program 2007–2008 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of times children attended the program 53 153 314 Number of individual children who participated 18 20 24 Percentage of children who identified as CALD Not available 0% 0% Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 17% 25% 29%

Special activities At the conclusion of each term the Education Support Worker and Volunteers have conducted an arts and craft session where the children can engage their creative abilities by completing a task that has relevance to the upcoming holiday period i.e. Easter, or winter time activities. Additionally the children enrolled in the Program get together during the school holidays for a social outing, such as a BBQ and games at the Adventure Playground, or going to the movies. The kids love this reward at the end of each school term and this activity allows the SHINE for Kids workers to better get to know the families and other siblings while offering additional assistance from SHINE for Kids.

Staff participating Trish Carr n Julia Boyd n Rebecca Bucan n Leeann Turley case study One child enrolled in the Education Program recently had her pencil case stolen from her at school. This immensely upset the child as she stated that her family would not be able to replace the pencil case (due to financial constraints). The Education Support Worker organised to take her down town and purchase new items for her pencil case. On the same day, this child had presented to the Education Program with a speech that she was required to do in class. This child told the Education Support Worker that she lacked the confidence necessary to do this task. At the conclusion of that day’s session the framework for an excellent speech was constructed, and the child liked the idea of this speech as it was about her favourite topic area-her dog Spot! The child became very excited with her new pencil case, and the palm cards necessary to do her speech the next day at school. Additionally, having the new pencil case enabled her to complete the speech at home that night. This child presented her speech the next day and was very proud of her efforts. The child said that she used the speech techniques that the Education Support Worker had discussed with her and she would like the opportunity to speak in front of a group of people again.

50 9.5.3 Financial Assistance Program

This program is currently funded through an anonymous philanthropic donation. Often children of prisoners may be struggling academically because of the constant change in their lives, while others may be unable to participate in standard social activities because they do not have the financial resources necessary to participate. Under the Financial Assistance Program SHINE for Kids aims to assist to develop educational developmental and therapeutic pathways for individual children to encourage positive belief and social experiences which result in feelings of self-worth and empowerment. Allocation of expenses for financial support include, educational support, camps, sports packages, performing arts and covers special circumstances, such as that special formal dress that seems forever impossible to get family with other overwhelming financial needs. annual statistics Financial Assistance Program 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of times children received assistance 57 106 Number of individual children who received assistance 25 56 Percentage of children who identified as CALD 4% 12% Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 18% 48%

Staff participating Leeann Turley case study A 10-year-old boy who lives with his grandparents and two elder siblings in rural NSW had immense issues socialising and fitting in with a group of peers his own age. His father had passed away when he was a toddler and his mother had been incarcerated for nine years of his life, leaving a void of isolation and in turn problems communicating and connecting on a social level. His grandmother spoke of her despair at witnessing his loneliness and her wish to have him involved with other kids, who could accept him for being himself with all his challenges. Ten pin bowling was something the boy had always wanted to do, so SHINE for Kids supported the boy to be coached in ten-pin bowling as a social interaction and to gain confidence. Several months along it is his weekly passion. He has been equipped with shoes, bowling bag, ‘shiny’ bowling ball and weekly lessons for the last nine months. SHINE for Kids commitment to support financially has been small in comparison to the changes that it has bought about in the boy’s life. The boy is now involved in a team in the bowling league that meet weekly, where new friendships and support have been established with boys his own age. A highlight for him was surely his teams’ journey through the season, through to winning the tournament this year. His smile and attitude of late is as bright as the gold trophy that sits in his bedroom.

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9.6 Mentoring Program

The Sydney Mentoring Program is funded through an anonymous philanthropic foundation. The Bathurst Mentoring Program is funded through the Commonwealth, Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs. Mentoring has proved to be a powerful intervention that has long term positive affect on a child’s life. SHINE for Kids is the only organisation in Australia focused in particular on the needs of children and young people with a parent in the criminal justice system. It offers the opportunity to have a supportive, caring and non-judgmental relationship with an adult mentor. The Mentoring Program is based on providing consistency and stability in the life of a child or young person without intruding into their own family structure. The mentor provides the child or young person with healthy options for dealing with life experience and an opportunity for children to develop a positive relationship with an adult role model. Mentors are trained volunteers who meet with the child on a fortnightly basis. The SHINE for Kids Mentoring Program links a child with a positive adult role model. It is intended to offer children of prisoners a supportive, caring and non-judgmental relationship with an adult mentor. The mentor provides support to the child/young person, enabling them to participate in events and social activities which will enhance their growth, personal development and self esteem and trust. Relationships in the Mentoring Program are ongoing for at least a year, with many relationships now exceeding 3 years. Outcomes of the SHINE for Kids Mentoring Program are:

• Enabling the child/young person to develop new, and improve existing skills and or interests • Building a positive relationship with an adult outside the family, without intruding on the child / young person’s family • Developing positive, personal outlooks and build on self-esteem • Developing communication and interpersonal skills for the child or young person • Increasing knowledge and skill for healthy options for dealing with life experience • Increased optimism in children and young people The volunteer mentors in the program are an astounding group of dynamic people from various backgrounds, bringing with them many differing life experiences and skills they have developed over the years. It is due to the ongoing commitment and support each and every mentor has to the program, that SHINE for Kids to enhance a child’s life for the better, not only today but for many years to come. If it were not for the tireless dedication of the volunteer mentors, the mentoring program at SHINE for Kids would not be possible. As workers in the program we are privileged to witness many stories of positive change in the children and young people that have are being mentored, from the children themselves, to the carers and parents, mentors and school teachers. There are many tales that bring a tear of happiness to the eye. Here are a few comments that come to mind: A mentor in the program comments: “I never realised just how much I would get out of being a mentor – I thought it was all just for the kids. I have grown so much as a person. I thought I had very good communication skills, but when you are matched with a child who lacks communication skills it is about learning new techniques and ways to communicate on a non verbal level. I now am really mindful of the energy I need to expend to communicate both verbally and with body language. Often I use the techniques that I had learnt in the mentor training.

52 “The mentoring program gives me a chance to help a child who is in the same circumstance I was years ago, knowing that I can help support them in times when they need someone like I needed someone, is special to me and to my mentee. “I really enjoy my outings with my mentee; spending quality time with each other is really fulfilling and leaves me with a sense of accomplishment. It also gives me the opportunity to experience many different things that I would not have normally experienced.” Carers of children in Mentoring Program comment: “I think it is good for my child to get out of the house with a mentor because I have many children and they do not get the chance to have alone time away from each other and it can become quite full on at home. It also gives me time for myself, and helps me not to stress. It’s hard having their dad in prison.” “Since my partner has gone it has been really hard for me to take my child to the movies or have lunch and other nice things like that. Since my child has had a mentor they have been able to experience those nice things in life.” Parent inmate of children in the Mentoring Program: “I have spent most of life in and out of prison and at times it’s hard to see if things will ever be different. I want my boy to know that there are other ways besides walking in my footsteps. Having a mentor shows him that not all people do break and enters or need to be on drugs to get by. I feel happy that someone is watching for my boy while I am locked up.” A mentee comments: ‘When I first started in the Mentoring Program I could not believe that my mentor does not get paid for taking me places and being a mentor to me. Most people [who] don’t know you want to get paid to do stuff they don’t have to do. I always thought that it would end soon after it support - hope - inspire - nurture - empower started, as it all seemed too good to be happening for me. We been together for over two years now. “I know my mentor is there for me to talk to when I need them. My mentor really listens to me when no-one else does. “Sometimes the kids at school give me a hard time cause they know my dad’s in prison. When my mentor took me to the live recording Mentoring Program of ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ the other kids didn’t believe me Volunteer Training Manual June 2009 until ... I wore the VIP Entry wristband for the next week and showed ©2009 SHINE for Kids Co-operat ive Ltd them the signed T-shirt!”

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9.6.1 Mentoring Program Metro Sydney

Overview

2009–2010 has been a very exciting year for the Mentoring Program. In Sydney it has seen a new team leader position from January 2010 and a new project worker begin in May 2010. The increase in staff hours has meant that the program has had a significant increase in the number of clients supported bothin mentoring and case management. A mentor recruitment was undertaken in November 2009 which enabled a further eight children/young people to be matched with a supportive mentor throughout 2009–2010. Delivery of the specifically designed ‘SHINE for Kids Mentor Training Package’, written specifically for SHINE for Kids client base, was delivered to the new volunteer mentors. The content gave the mentors a thorough understanding of the issues faced by the SHINE for Kids clients and a sound knowledge of other skills such as effective communication and active listening. Many of the mentors and mentees attended a group outing to the recording of the TV show ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ along with many other great one-on-one outings which included one mentoring pair navigating themselves around the city with a compass to another collecting tadpoles at the mentee’s favourite creek. Significant program growth has been facilitated by the implementation of web-based interaction with mentors. Our online Mentor Itinerary forms offer a much more proficient and timely method for the mentors to seek approval for outings and anticipated expenses; online Mentor Reports of outings have enabled better case management. annual statistics Mentoring Program Metro Sydney 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of children in the program 48 85 Number of children actively matched 22 26 Number of mentor outings attended 181 211 Percentage of children who identified as CALD 6% 5% Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 25% 52%

Special activities

• Outing to the recording of ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ • Mentor recruitment in October 2009 with the delivery of the new 4-day core Mentor Training Package specifically developed for SHINE for Kids • Development of online reporting for mentor itineraries and reports

Staff participating Leeann Turley n Megan Shepherd n Robert Palmer case study Witnessing a ten-year-old boy and his four younger siblings struggle daily with the stigma associated with having a dad in prison, the school counsellor to referred the family to SHINE for Kids. On first contact with the family it was clear that the mother was also struggling to cope with all the changes and adverse behaviours in the children since their father’s incarceration for the third time. The boy’s home life was extremely chaotic and contact with his father was sporadic. After an initial home visit and assessment was completed it was identified that the two eldest boys would benefit from the Mentoring Program along with intensive family support and supported transport for the children to re-establish contact with their father. The ten-year-old boy was matched with a very dedicated mentor and, now in their eighth month, the mentor has been able to create a very positive and supportive relationship with his mentee. One particularly challenging week for the family, the once withdrawn, disengaged boy declared to his mentor with a big sigh, “It’s been a really bad week and I’m just so glad to see you.” The boy has formed an open, trusting relationship with an adult and feels that he now has someone in which he can confide and does not feel judged for his situation.

54 9.6.2 Mentoring Program Central West NSW

Overview

This year has seen continued positive change for the Central West NSW Mentoring Program, based in Bathurst. There was a change of Mentor Project Worker in January 2010, maintaining intensive casework for families. Additionally there has been an increased number of mentor matches, placing the number of matched mentees to 17. The increase in mentor matches, along with support for mentors, has lead to a significant increase in mentor outings. Some popular outings have been to ten-pin bowling, the newly built Adventure Park, Jumbo’s Jungle playground and visiting the Metro Five Cinemas to watch popular films. There have also been extensive renovations to the Bathurst Centre, including a Queensland Room extension, new kitchen and new flooring. When complete, there will be more space for mentoring activities. Increased social networks throughout the year have occurred in the form of regular network meetings. These meetings involve representatives from different organisations in the Bathurst and surrounding areas who also work with children. It allows opportunities to view other children’s services and promote the Mentoring Program, including accessing more referring agencies. annual statistics Central West NSW Mentoring Program 2007–2008 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of children in the program 13 28 68 Number of children actively matched 12 20 Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 28% 45% Percentage of children who identified as CALD 0% 0% Number of mentor outings attended 92 182 Volunteers in mentoring 14 19

Special activities

A highlight for the children in the program this year was a group trip to Sydney with their mentors to watch the taping of the TV show ‘So You Think You Can Dance’. Some of the children located in Central West NSW rarely get to go to Sydney city, and along with meeting the dancers they had followed on TV at home, the mentees were able to see how live television was filmed and to meet some of the guest judges as well as Natalie Bassingthwaighte.

Staff participating Paige Eslick n Rebecca Bucan n Megan Shepherd n Leeann Turley case study With a son in prison, Phillip and Bridget care for four grandchildren as well as their own three children. Three of the son’s children have mentors. All four are also attending the education program, which Phillip and Bridget find very helpful as they do not have the educational knowledge to assist the children. SHINE for Kids provides support to the family and is assisting them with Video Visits so the children can see their brother/father weekly instead monthly when the family can afford to visit. While the children are out with their mentors, Bridget and Phillip are allowed more time with their children and a little rest. The children feel very supported by their mentors, with whom they have developed great rapport. Phillip and Bridget are slowly becoming being engaged with more SHINE programs. Bridget says it is great that an organisation actually does what they say they will, and says she is amazed at the amount of support we are able to offer her and her family. Phillip says that the mentoring has brought out the best in the three mentees; the two girls were quite shy but since they have been on outings with their mentors, they are opening up and are showing excitement about life. Both are extremely grateful that SHINE for Kids are a part of their family’s life.

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9.7 SHINE for Kids Victoria

The past twelve months have been a period of consolidation and growth for our organisation which is newly established in Victoria. There has been a steady growth in the number of children and families accessing our programs and a strengthening in the numbers of dedicated and generous volunteers who give of their time and heart to support children of prisoners. In March we held the formal launch of SHINE for Kids as a new service provider organisation in Victoria by the State Governor Professor David de Kretser. This very successful event marked the first anniversary of SHINE’s operations in Melbourne, being the SKY Mentoring Program and the Prison Invisits Program. Although the service provider community in Victoria has a strong history in supporting disadvantaged young people, the staff at SHINE for Kids are consistently reminded that there is still much advocacy work needed to raise the level of awareness regarding the unique needs of children with parents in Victorian prisons. We are mindful of the stories of isolation many families share with us and their sense of relief in finding a service which immediately has insight In our Victoria office: Guy Hatfield and Marcelle Nessim into their world and speaks their language. This is even true when we are still as yet unable to provide the same broad range of services and networks which exist in NSW. For many carers just being able to talk to someone who acknowledges and validates them and their children’s struggles is enough to make a difference to their perception of self and their daily lives. Often, the stigma of incarceration and the subsequent secrecy engenders a lack of connection with the world outside their immediate family. The need for targeted services is reinforced each time we listen to clients. Moving forward we envisage through Victorian government and philanthropic support, a steady expansion over time of the programs we provide to children who would otherwise fall through the gaps which exists in the services provided in the management of offenders who are parents in Victoria.

– Guy Hatfield Manager, SHINE for Kids Victoria

56 9.7.1 SKY Mentoring Program

Overview

Work undertaken by independent evaluators of the SKY Program (combining counselling undertaken by VACRO and Mentoring by SHINE for Kids) has shown that the SHINE for Kids mentoring model is one which has been a really positive and affirming experience for the young mentees and a valuable service for carers supporting their children and struggling with often very difficult circumstances. The intensity of the SHINE for Kids model combining in-depth training for volunteers, fortnightly outings and activities as well as referral to other services advocacy and casework where required, is definitely filling a gap perceived by our clients and told tous during assessment. As a new mentoring program to Victoria, we are finding there is a great interest in the program from families who have previously not had access to mentoring targeted at children with parents in prison. Given our work only with families engaged in the criminal justice system, carers frequently mention to us the real sense of relief they experience when they realise that our mentors are trained to appreciate their particular issues and that they will be there for their children for a whole year once matched. With a target of 20 matches per year as our component of the program, we do appreciate that a great many young people with a mum or dad in prison in Victoria will miss out on the opportunity to gain the support which a SHINE for Kids mentor can provide. For the 15 children and young people who have been matched during the year, the outings they have participated in have included, but were not limited to visits to the zoo, the movies, going for bike rides, for walks or playing kick-to-kick in the park, dog walking, visiting Science Works, netball games, shopping excursions, coffee shops, breakfast, trips to the Victoria Market as well as going to Circus Oz, swimming and the library. Not all matches continue for a full 12 months and there are a range of circumstances which mean that they cease before time. One family moved interstate to avoid high-profile media scrutiny with the young mentee still remaining in phone contact with the mentor during the transition. In two cases after the hours were put into creating the match – the mentees were not comfortable with the match for reasons ranging from age to cultural differences that were not exposed during the initial intake and assessment process. Other families can undergo the intake and assessment process and have then been unable to commit to the program due to changes in situation and circumstance. Other agencies and services that have been contacted and engaged with to provide additional or alternative support to families referred to the program. These organisations include Prison Fellowship Australia, Child First agencies in various locations across the state, Mirrabel Foundation, Monash Health, Southern Family Life, a number of schools, as well as other various community and outreach services. Free tickets and passes for Mentors to take Mentees have also been generously donated to the program from venues such as the Melbourne Zoos, game parks, Puffing Billy and Circus Oz. annual statistics SKY Mentoring Program 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of children in the program 6 46 Number of children actively matched 2 15 Number of mentor outings attended 4 53 Percentage of inmates that identified as ATSI 0% 5% Percentage of inmates that identified as CALD 0% 10%

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Special activities

Volunteer mentors are also offered volunteer opportunities in our Prison Invisits Program. This allows them insight into the prison environment through initial Prison Induction Training and further casual participation in the Invisits Program. The tickets which were generously donated to SHINE for Kids by Circus Oz resulted in a group outing where some families were able to attend as a family unit where Mentors were unavailable to attend. For one family who enjoyed the event, this was their first opportunity to go out on a family group since the release of their father and was thus seen as a really special occasion for the children to share with dad. Other children had the delight of attending the performance with their Mentors with one couple enjoying this night as their first outing since matching. All attending were met at the front of the Big Top by the SHINE for Kids Mentor Project Worker and a SHINE for Kids staff member was also in attendance during the event. The feedback we received was that all families and mentoring couples had a wonderful shared experience on the night.

Staff participating Marcelle Nessim n Guy Hatfield case study: ‘James, 16 years old James was referred by a community housing organisation in the north-eastern suburbs. He had shared a DHS house with his father for four years. On dad’s sentencing, it was discovered by the Office of Housing that he was living alone and therefore ineligible to remain in the 3-bedroom dwelling. He was asked to leave but no suitable dwelling was found or provided to him. He was referred to the SKY Program as he had been couch surfing for over four months at friend’s homes while attempting to remain in school. His legal guardians were his grandparents who had basically told him that they had no interest in supporting him or interest in contact regarding him. He had not been invited to stay with them nor with his two other siblings both of whom had small children. The community organisation had been providing excellent and very hands-on support to James, advocating on his behalf with various government departments in attempts to secure appropriate housing and other services for him. During our early intervention, a very nice flat was found for him in Heidelberg as opposed to the Department’s first offer of a dwelling in a notoriously dangerous part of Broadmeadows. James presented as a very polite and intelligent young man. An indication of his demeanour is seen in the fact that he had not only been allowed to stay with friends and invited on holidays with them but new-quality clothing had been provided to him by the parents of the friends he had been staying with. Given James had so few people in his life, SHINE for Kids was very keen to provide a suitable mentor for him. The issue for us was that our protocols require our mentors receive guardian/carer sign-off before and after outings to minimise risk for all parties. Legal advice was sought from our pro bono lawyers in Sydney who advised that with the significant agency support for James and the fact that he lived independently, he could act as his own guardian in this case. A visit to discuss the program with dad in prison was undertaken together with James with a very positive response. It was requested that a male mentor with good life experience be selected. James was matching with a mature-aged mentor with SHINE for Kids mentoring experience. James said his interests included ‘chilling out, chatting, listening to music and enjoying a coffee’. Our mentor, though active and engaged, is quietly spoken and enjoys good conversation, and lives 30 minutes away from James. In the matching session at the Fairfield Boathouse, participants included James, the mentor, his case worker from the community agency and two SHINE for Kids representatives. The pair has been meeting frequently with the last outing occurring just prior to Easter. Being so young, it is very difficult for James to travel to Lara to visit his father. He has travelled down with SHINE for Kids when we have visited the prison for other purposes. We have supported James’ applications to visit his father out of regular visiting hours and will support another visit soon. This case study demonstrates the level of intervention of SHINE for Kids not only in providing mentoring support but in case management.

58 9.7.2 Prison Invisits Program, Victoria

SHINE for Kids’ services have become so vital and relied upon as our numbers on Sundays have increased. Yesterday was extremely busy in the Visit Centre due to Father’s Day – we had over 50 children! – Programs staff member, Barwon Prison SHINE for Kids has become an integral part of keeping children connected with their parents serving time. When we began the implementation of this program (Barwon Prison in April 2009 and Dame Phyllis Frost Centre in September 2009) our focus was on facilitating a space to encourage a natural connection between children and their parents in an unnatural environment. In early days numbers were low as prior to this parents and carers were reluctant to bring children into prison on these days, when they would often have nothing to do, becoming bored and restless, leading to a stressful visit for all. Volunteer numbers have consistently grown and we now have a group who have continued to contribute to the program since its inception. Our team of 29 volunteers who work alongside our qualified Early Childhood professionals spend a regular Saturday or Sunday every month or six weeks facilitating the program space. Beginning at about 11.30am, our team set up the space to ensure it is warm and inviting and then welcome children and families in a non-invasive way. They encourage families to utilise the activities and so maximise their bonding time with each other. At about 4.30pm the team clear away the space and prepare artwork for distribution to prisoners or to take out of the prison so that a tidy, clean environment is maintained until the next time. Volunteers have been the backbone of our program. They often participate at other events held for prisoner families such throughout the year in addition to their regular commitment to the program. Feedback from the families and Corrections Victoria staff has consistently praised the work of the SHINE for Kids team working each weekend. Strong working relationships with both prisons have supported the continued growth of the program and there is keen interest from staff and demand from families to expand days in these prisons as well as open the program in other facilities. These children were asked by SHINE for Kids to create artwork which with their permission became the ‘I Draw the Line’ exhibition. Some of these young artists attended the launch and were proud to see their work on display. This artwork now graces the walls of the Melbourne office of SHINE for Kids and provides enjoyment to both our staff and visitors. annual statistics Prison Invisits Program – Barwon Prison 2008–2009 2009–2010 Number of times children attended the program 70 442 Number of individual children who attended the program 43 157 Percentage of children who identified as ATSI Not available 3% Percentage of children who identified as CALD Not available 26%

Prison Invisits Program – Dame Phyllis Frost Centre commenced Sept 2009 September 2009–June 2010 Number of times children attended the program 250 Number of individual children who attended the program 94 Percentage of children who identified as ATSI 0% Percentage of children who identified as CALD 24%

Staff participating Marcelle Nessim n Demelza Clayton

59 10. Treasurer’s Report

It is with great pleasure that I present my fifth Treasurer’s Report for SHINE for Kids (SHINE). The 2009–2010 year has been an exciting one in which SHINE continued to prosper. The Global Financial Crisis (GFC) has been a key challenge during this period, but SHINE has continued to grow, with expansion into Melbourne being a key focus. This has required a great level of commitment from the Board of Directors and the senior organisational staff in connection with the following two key financial management strategies: • Strengthening of the budgeting process, including: • Greater precision in forecasting funding. • Vigilant cost control. • Quarterly finance subcommittee meetings. • Extensive scenario planning to ensure that SHINE can withstand unexpected adverse financial conditions. This has included: • A financial evaluation of potential worst-case scenarios. • Strategies to deal with adverse financial outcomes. • Adopting a longer-term horizon when conducting financial analysis and planning. Although the worst of the global financial crisis now appears to be over, the Board of Directors and senior organisational staff remain heavily focused on financial strategies that strengthen SHINE. The financial strategies developed over the past few years have proven to be effective as SHINE continues to remain a financially viable enterprise. With the continued support of our funders, SHINE has continued to operate and expand our existing programs as well as establish a new Child and Family Centre and new programs. The Junee Child Family Centre has been operating a Prison Invisits Program until the building is completed. 2009–2010 saw SHINE commence the Belonging to Family program in Kempsey and 2010–2011 will see the Kempsey area services expanded to include a Child and Family Centre. A summary of the financial performance of the main programs: • Funding from Corrective Services NSW increased by 2% in line with CPI and budget. • Funding from Community Services, Human Services increased by 2% in line with CPI and budget. • Funding for the Mentoring Program increased by 46%. This funding has been secured for a further 3-year period by an anonymous philanthropic donor. • Funding from the Department of Families, Housing Community Services and Indigenous Affairs has continued again and has increased by 36% due to prior year timing of funding received. This funding helps support the Bathurst programs including Mentoring, Educational Support and Carers Group. • New funding was secured for a three-year period from the Attorney-General’s Department to commence the Belonging to Family Program operating from Kempsey. • Funding from The GEO Group has continued and increased to help maintain the Child and Family Centres in both Junee and Parklea. • Funding for Victorian programs has increased by 42% with successful proposals enabling SHINE to expand and replicate NSW programs into Victoria. All other programs have remained constant and expenses have been in line with budget expectations. The fundraisers’ success at raising the profile of SHINE for Kids has resulted in an increase of 14% for untied fundraising income. These much-needed donations provide many valuable services to children of prisoners. The fundraisers wrote many successful applications for Community Development Support Expenditure (CDSE) funding and have run many fundraising appeals within the community, ranging from barbecues and chocolate drives to direct mailouts. The full Auditor’s report is published in this Annual Report and our auditors Myers & Naumberger have issued an unqualified report.

60 On behalf of the Board of Directors, I wish to thank the funding bodies, corporate bodies and individuals for their continued support and financial contributions to SHINE. With your support, SHINE is able to provide many valuable services to children of prisoners. We hope to be able to continue offering our high level of services into the future.

– Arthur Begetis Treasurer

61 10. Treasurer’s Report

10.1 SHINE for Kids Consolidated Income 2009–2010

14%

28% 2% 2% 4%

5% 29% 3%

n Corrective Services NSW $758,394 (28%) n Community Services, Department of Human Services NSW $117,434 (4%) n Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs $114,457 (4%) n Attorney General’s Department $119,419 (5%) n Other non-government funding $66,910 (3%) n Funding from trusts and foundations $759,479 (29%) n Corporate funding $144,334 (5%) n SHINE for Kids fundraising $106,800 (4%) n Donations received from individuals and corporate supporters $50,322 (2%) n Other monies received: interest, profit on motor vehicles $56,545 (2%) n Project management service fees $370,157 (14%) TOTAL $2,664,251

Income comparison 2008–2009 and 2009–2010 financial years

Project management service fees n 2008–2009 Other monies received: interest, profit on motor vehicles n 2009–2010 Donations received from individuals and corporate supporters SHINE for Kids fundraising Corporate funding Funding from trusts and foundations Other non-government funding Attorney General’s Department NSW Department of Education and Training Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs Community Services, Department of Human Services NSW Corrective Services NSW

$0 $100 $200 $300 $400 $500 $600 $700 $800 Thousands

62 11. Audit Report

SHINE for Kids Co-operative Limited 2010 Audit Report is contained in the following 34 pages.

SHINE FOR KIDS CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED ABN 60 662 072 775

FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

CONTENTS Directors' Report 1

Statement of Comprehensive Income 5

Balance Sheet 6

Statement of Changes in Equity 7

Cash Flow Statement 8

Notes to the Financial Statements 9

Auditors' Report 18

Declaration by the Directors 20

Consolidated Profit & Loss Statement 22

Other Information Disclaimer 24

Divisional Profit & Loss Statement & Fundraising Information 28

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DIRECTORS' REPORT

Your committee members submit the financial report of the SHINE For Kids Co-operative Limited for the financial year ended 30 June 2010. Directors The names of the directors throughout the year and at the date of this report are:

Helen Wiseman

Arthur Begetis

Katherine Shaw

Monty Parmar

Paul Freeman

Kristy Chambers

Helen Nezeritis

Margaret Alston

Secretary Monty Parmar has been secretary of the Co-operative through out the year Principal Activities The principal activities of the Co-operative during the financial year were to work in partnership with children and young people with a parent in the criminal justice system to overcome social and educational barriers and realise their individual potential.

Significant Changes No significant change in the nature of these activities occurred during the year. Operating Result The net surplus for the year amounted to $148,124.00. Events Subsequent to Balance Date No events have arisen since the end of the financial year, which may significantly affect the operation of the Co-operative, its results, or the state of its affairs in subsequent financial years. Likely Developments The Co-operative will continue its objectives of working with children and young people with a parent in the criminal justice system to overcome social and educational barriers and realise their individual potential.

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DIRECTORS' REPORT Tax Concession The Co-operative is endorsed as a Public Benevolent Institution and continues to receive Australian Taxation Office exemption from income tax and fringe benefits tax. Gifts of $2 and over are allowable income tax deductions for donors to the Co-Operative.

Directors' Benefit Since the end of the previous financial year, no director has received or become entitled to receive a benefit (other than a benefit included in the aggregate amount of emoluments received or due and receivable by directors shown in the Accounts, or the fixed salary of a full-time employee of the Co-operative) by reason of a contract made by the Co-operative or a Related Corporation with the Director or with a firm of which he is a member, or with a entity in which he has a substantial financial interest. Legal Proceedings No person has applied for leave of Court to bring proceedings on behalf of the Co-operative, or intervene in any proceedings to which the Co-operative is a party, for the purpose of taking responsibility on behalf of the Co-operative for all, or any part of those proceedings. The Co-operative was not a party to any such proceedings during the year.

Information on Directors Helen Wiseman Chairman of the Board Qualifications BSc in European Studies, BSc in Psychology, AICD Company Directors Diploma, Chartered Accountant since 1992 Experience Director since 17 November 2004 Arthur Begetis Treasurer Qualifications Master of Economics, Director KPMG Experience Director since 3 May 2005 Katherine Shaw Qualifications Associate Director KPMG, BA Honours, Master of Business Administration Experience Director since 3 May 2005 Monty Parmar Qualifications Business Manager, BA Law & Applied Finance Experience Director since 15 November 2005 Paul Freeman Qualifications Director, Community Relations & Fundraising Royal Institute for Deaf & Blind Children Experience Director since 15 November 2005 Kristy Chambers Qualifications Diploma in Applied Corporate Governance & Human Resources Management Experience Director since 31 July 2007 Helen Nezeritis Qualifications Bachelor of Economics (Social Science) Experience Director since 29 April 2008 Margaret Alston Qualifications Degree in Law and Diploma of Education Experience Director since 2 February 2009

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DIRECTORS' REPORT During the financial year 10 meetings of directors were held. Attendances by each director were as follows:

Directors' Meetings Number eligible to attend Number Attended

Helen Wiseman 10 10 Arthur Begetis 10 8 Katherine Shaw 10 9 Monty Parmar 10 2 Paul Freeman 10 10 Kristy Chambers 10 9 Helen Nezeritis 10 9 Margaret Alston 10 9

Auditor's Independence Declaration A copy of the auditor's independence declaration as required under section 307C of the Corporations Act 2001 is set out on page 4. Signed in accordance with a resolution of the Members of the Committee.

Director: ______Helen Wiseman

Director: ______Arthur Begetis

Dated this 28th d ay o f September 2010

Page 3 AUDITORS' INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION UNDER SECTION 307C OF THE CORPORATIONS ACT 2001 TO THE DIRECTORS OF SHINE FOR KIDS CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED

We hereby declare, that to the best of our knowledge and belief, during the financial year ended 30 June 2010 there have been no: (i) contraventions of the auditor independence requirements as set out in the Corporations Act 2001 in relation to the audit; and (ii) contraventions of any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the audit.

Name of Firm: Myers & Naumburger Chartered Accountants

Name of Partner: ______Sharon Myers B.Bus. ACA 25888 Registered Company Auditor 4547

Dated this day of

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STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME BALANCE SHEET FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 AS AT 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 2010 2009 Note $ $ Note $ $

Revenue 2,664,251 2,071,447 CURRENT ASSETS Advertising expenses (5,379) (12,854) Cash and Cash Equivalents 3 849,369 311,812 Auditors' remuneration 2 (21,050) (22,000) Trade and Other Receivables 4 66,074 36,943 Depreciation and amortisation expenses (60,623) (64,285) TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 915,443 348,755 Employee benefits expenses (1,431,303) (1,210,117) Finance costs (12,932) (8,000) NON-CURRENT ASSETS Other expenses (984,840) (682,027) Financial Assets 5 674 674 Surplus for the year 148,124 72,164 Motor Vehicles, Equipment & Fixtures 6 199,290 170,030 TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 199,964 170,704 Total comprehensive income for the year 148,124 72,164 TOTAL ASSETS 1,115,407 519,459 Total comprehensive income attributable to members of the entity 148,124 72,164 CURRENT LIABILITIES Trade and Other Payables 7 449,038 160,418 Provisions 8 135,750 82,496 TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 584,788 242,914

NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES Long Term Borrowings 7 105,950 - TOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES 105,950 - TOTAL LIABILITIES 690,738 242,914 NET ASSETS 424,669 276,545

EQUITY Reserves 9 328 328 Retained Earnings 10 424,341 276,217 TOTAL EQUITY 424,669 276,545

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Page 5 Page 6 SHINE FOR KIDS CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED ABN 60 662 072 775

BALANCE SHEET AS AT 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 Note $ $

CURRENT ASSETS Cash and Cash Equivalents 3 849,369 311,812 Trade and Other Receivables 4 66,074 36,943 TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 915,443 348,755

NON-CURRENT ASSETS Financial Assets 5 674 674 Motor Vehicles, Equipment & Fixtures 6 199,290 170,030 TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 199,964 170,704 TOTAL ASSETS 1,115,407 519,459

CURRENT LIABILITIES Trade and Other Payables 7 449,038 160,418 Provisions 8 135,750 82,496 TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 584,788 242,914

NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES Long Term Borrowings 7 105,950 - TOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES 105,950 - TOTAL LIABILITIES 690,738 242,914 NET ASSETS 424,669 276,545

EQUITY Reserves 9 328 328 Retained Earnings 10 424,341 276,217 TOTAL EQUITY 424,669 276,545

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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 2010 2009 Asset $ $ Retained Revaluation Note earnings Reserve Total CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES $ $ $ Receipts Balance at 1 July 2008 204,053 328 204,381 Donations 50,047 26,440 Surplus / (Loss) attributable to members 72,164 72,164 Grants - Government & Private 2,335,700 1,699,621 Balance at 30 June 2009 276,217 328 276,545 Interest Received 22,852 15,959 Surplus / (Loss) attributable to members 148,124 148,124 Other 480,402 319,425 Balance at 30 June 2010 424,341 328 424,669 Total 2,889,001 2,061,445

Less Payments Employment Costs - Salaries & Superannuation (1,396,095) (1,184,284) Suppliers (895,989) (814,389) Total (2,292,084) (1,998,673)

Net cash used in operating activities 13 596,917 62,772

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES

Proceeds from sale of property, plant & equipment 129,215 - Payments for property, plant & equipment (188,575) (20,597) Net cash used in investing activities (59,360) (20,597)

Total cash provided operating & investing activities 537,557 42,175

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES

Proceeds from Borrowing - - Net increase/(decrease) in cash 537,557 42,175 Cash at 1 July 2009 311,812 269,637

Cash at 30 June 2010 3 849,369 311,812

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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 $ $

CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES Receipts Donations 50,047 26,440 Grants - Government & Private 2,335,700 1,699,621 Interest Received 22,852 15,959 Other 480,402 319,425 Total 2,889,001 2,061,445

Less Payments Employment Costs - Salaries & Superannuation (1,396,095) (1,184,284) Suppliers (895,989) (814,389) Total (2,292,084) (1,998,673)

Net cash used in operating activities 13 596,917 62,772

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES

Proceeds from sale of property, plant & equipment 129,215 - Payments for property, plant & equipment (188,575) (20,597) Net cash used in investing activities (59,360) (20,597)

Total cash provided operating & investing activities 537,557 42,175

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES

Proceeds from Borrowing - - Net increase/(decrease) in cash 537,557 42,175 Cash at 1 July 2009 311,812 269,637

Cash at 30 June 2010 3 849,369 311,812

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

1 Statement of Significant Accounting Policies Depreciation

SHINE For Kids Co-operative Limited is an individual entity incorporated in NSW under the Motor vehicles, equipment & fixtures are depreciated on a straight line basis at rates calculated to Co-operatives Act 1992. allocate the cost less the estimated residual value over the estimated useful life of each asset. Basis of Preparation The assets' carrying values are reviewed for impairment when events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying value may not be recoverable. An asset's carrying account is written down The financial report is a general purpose financial report that has been prepared in accordance with immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset's carrying amount is greater than its estimated Australian Accounting Standards, Australian Accounting Interpretations and other authoritative recoverable amount. pronouncements of the Australian Accounting Standards Board and the requirements of the Co-operatives Act 1992 NSW. Profit and loss on disposal are determined by comparing proceeds with the carrying amount. These amounts are included in the income statement. The Co-operative is recognised as a reporting entity and accordingly is required to provide a detailed comprehensive financial report together with compliance notes and a detailed cash flow report. The depreciation rates used for each class of depreciable assets are: Australian Accounting Standards set out accounting policies that the AASB has concluded would result in a financial report containing relevant and reliable information about transactions, events and conditions to which they apply. Compliance with Australian Accounting Standards ensures that the Class of Fixed Asset Depreciation Rate financial statements and notes also comply with International Financial Reporting Standards. Material Equipment & Fixtures 11.25% - 50% accounting policies adopted in the preparation of this financial report are presented below. They have Motor Vehicle 25% been consistently applied unless otherwise stated. The financial report has been prepared on an accruals basis and is based on historical costs, modified, Financial Instruments where applicable, by the measurement at fair value of selected non-current assets, financial assets and financial liabilities. Recognition Accounting Policies Financial instruments are initially recognised at cost on the trade date, which includes transaction costs, when the contractual rights or obligations exist. After initial recognition, financial instruments are Income Tax measured as set out below:

The Co-operative is operated as a non-profit organisation with income and any surplus being applied Investments solely toward the promotion of the objects of the Co-operative. All investments are initially recognised at cost, being the fair value of the consideration given and The income of the Co-operative is exempt from Australian Income Tax under Subdivision 50-5 of the including acquisition charges associated with the investment. Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 item 1.1 charitable institution. After initial recognition, investments, which are classified as held for trading and available-for-sale, are Motor Vehicles, Equipment & Fixtures measured at fair value. Gains or losses on investments held for trading are recognised in the income statement. Each class of property, motor vehicles equipment & fixtures is carried at fair value or cost less any Gains or losses on available-for-sale investments are recognised as a separate component of equity accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, where applicable. until the investment is sold, collected or otherwise disposed of, or until the investment is determined to The carrying amounts of motor vehicles, equipment & fixtures are reviewed annually by the be impaired, at which time the cumulative gain or loss previously reported in equity is included in the Co-operative to ensure the carrying amounts are not in excess of the recoverable amount from those income statement. assets'. The recoverable amount is assessed on the basis of the expected net cash flows which will be Shares in listed companies are recorded at market value with changes in fair value recorded directly in received from the assets employment and subsequent disposal. The expected net cash flows have equity. been discounted to their present values in determining recoverable amounts.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

Depreciation

Motor vehicles, equipment & fixtures are depreciated on a straight line basis at rates calculated to allocate the cost less the estimated residual value over the estimated useful life of each asset. The assets' carrying values are reviewed for impairment when events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying value may not be recoverable. An asset's carrying account is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset's carrying amount is greater than its estimated recoverable amount. Profit and loss on disposal are determined by comparing proceeds with the carrying amount. These amounts are included in the income statement.

The depreciation rates used for each class of depreciable assets are:

Class of Fixed Asset Depreciation Rate Equipment & Fixtures 11.25% - 50% Motor Vehicle 25%

Financial Instruments

Recognition

Financial instruments are initially recognised at cost on the trade date, which includes transaction costs, when the contractual rights or obligations exist. After initial recognition, financial instruments are measured as set out below:

Investments

All investments are initially recognised at cost, being the fair value of the consideration given and including acquisition charges associated with the investment. After initial recognition, investments, which are classified as held for trading and available-for-sale, are measured at fair value. Gains or losses on investments held for trading are recognised in the income statement. Gains or losses on available-for-sale investments are recognised as a separate component of equity until the investment is sold, collected or otherwise disposed of, or until the investment is determined to be impaired, at which time the cumulative gain or loss previously reported in equity is included in the income statement. Shares in listed companies are recorded at market value with changes in fair value recorded directly in equity.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

Revenue

Impairment of Assets Interest revenue is recognised on a cash basis taking into account the interest rates relevant to the financial assets. At each reporting date, the Co-operative reviews the carrying amounts of its assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such Dividend revenue is recognised when the right to receive a dividend has been established. indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of Revenue from Fundraising is recognised when received. Government Grants are recognised on a cash the impairment loss. basis in accordance with AAB1004. Where the recognition criteria under AASB1004 are not satisfied, than grants are rolled over to the following financial year. If the recoverable amount of a cash generating unit is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, the carrying amount of the cash generating unit is reduced to its recoverable amount. Borrowing Costs An impairment loss is recognised immediately in the income statement. Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised estimate of its Under AIFRS, the Co-operative has the option of either capitalising or expensing borrowing costs in recoverable amount, but only to the extent that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the respect of qualifying assets. The entity will continue with its normal policy of capitalising borrowing carrying amount that would have been determined had no impairment loss been recognised for the costs in respect of qualifying assets. asset. The reversal of an impairment loss is recognised immediately in income. Goods and Services Tax (GST) Employee Benefits Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST, except where the amount of Provision is made for the liability due to employee benefits arising from services rendered by GST incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Tax Office. In these circumstances the GST is employees to the reporting date. Employee benefits expected to be settled within two years have recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of the expense. been measured at their nominal amount. Other employee benefits payable later than two years have Receivables and payables in the balance sheet are shown inclusive of GST. been measured at the present value of the estimated future cash outflows to be made for those benefits. Cash flows are presented in the cash flow statement on a gross basis, except for the GST component of investing and financing activities, which are disclosed as operating cash flows. The Co-operative recognises a liability for maternity/ paternity leave for employees based on an agreed nine week period. The liability is recognised only when the obligation to pay is readily measurable and payable within the next twelve months. Critical Accounting Estimates and Judgements

Contributions are made to employee superannuation funds and are charged as expenses when In preparing this financial report, the directors were required to make estimates and assumptions. incurred. All employees are entitled to varying levels of benefits on retirement, disability or death. The These estimates and assumptions are based on historical experience and various other factors that are superannuation plans or equivalent provide accumulated benefits. Contributions are made in believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results may differ from these estimates. The accordance with the statutory requirements of each jurisdiction. estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Provisions

Provisions are recognised when the Co-operative has a legal or constructive obligation, as a result of past events, for which it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will result and that outflow can be reliably measured.

Cash and Cash Equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, deposits held at-call with banks, other short-term highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

Revenue

Interest revenue is recognised on a cash basis taking into account the interest rates relevant to the financial assets.

Dividend revenue is recognised when the right to receive a dividend has been established. Revenue from Fundraising is recognised when received. Government Grants are recognised on a cash basis in accordance with AAB1004. Where the recognition criteria under AASB1004 are not satisfied, than grants are rolled over to the following financial year.

Borrowing Costs

Under AIFRS, the Co-operative has the option of either capitalising or expensing borrowing costs in respect of qualifying assets. The entity will continue with its normal policy of capitalising borrowing costs in respect of qualifying assets.

Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST, except where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Tax Office. In these circumstances the GST is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of the expense. Receivables and payables in the balance sheet are shown inclusive of GST.

Cash flows are presented in the cash flow statement on a gross basis, except for the GST component of investing and financing activities, which are disclosed as operating cash flows.

Critical Accounting Estimates and Judgements

In preparing this financial report, the directors were required to make estimates and assumptions. These estimates and assumptions are based on historical experience and various other factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results may differ from these estimates. The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 2010 2009 $ $ $ $

2 Auditors' Remuneration 6 Motor Vehicles, Equipment & Fixtures Amounts received or due and receivable by the auditors for:- Motor Vehicles, Equipment & Fixtures: At cost 351,451 345,240 Auditing the accounts 14,000 15,000 Accumulated depreciation (152,161) (175,210) Other services 7,050 7,000 199,290 170,030 21,050 22,000

3 Cash and Cash Equivalents 7 Trade and Other Payables

Reconciliation of cash Current Cash at the end of the financial year as shown in the Grants in Advance 255,273 - statement of cash flows is reconciled to the related items Creditors & Accruals 120,468 77,090 in the balance sheet as follows: Goods & Services Tax Liability 36,537 15,568 Finance Contracts Amounts payable within 12 months 36,760 67,760 Cash at Bank 201,712 18,636 449,038 160,418 Fundraise Traders Account 37,294 26,529 Non-Current Raffles Account 12,720 12,656 Finance Contracts 105,950 - ING Direct 595,693 252,841 Petty Cash Float 1,950 1,150 849,369 311,812 8 Provisions

4 Trade and Other Receivables Provision for Long Service leave 48,235 46,388 Provision for Annual Leave 55,877 36,108 Current Provision for Maternity Leave 31,638 - Sundry Debtors 38,420 32,800 Total provisions 135,750 82,496 Deferred Interest Finance Contracts 25,154 1,643 Rental Bond 2,500 2,500 Analysis of Total Provisions 66,074 36,943 Current 135,750 82,496 135,750 82,496 5 Financial Assets 9 Reserves

Non-Current Asset Revaluation Reserve Shares in Public Companies at market value 674 674 Shares in Insurance Australia Group Ltd 328 328

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 $ $

6 Motor Vehicles, Equipment & Fixtures

Motor Vehicles, Equipment & Fixtures: At cost 351,451 345,240 Accumulated depreciation (152,161) (175,210) 199,290 170,030

7 Trade and Other Payables

Current Grants in Advance 255,273 - Creditors & Accruals 120,468 77,090 Goods & Services Tax Liability 36,537 15,568 Finance Contracts Amounts payable within 12 months 36,760 67,760 449,038 160,418 Non-Current Finance Contracts 105,950 -

8 Provisions

Provision for Long Service leave 48,235 46,388 Provision for Annual Leave 55,877 36,108 Provision for Maternity Leave 31,638 - Total provisions 135,750 82,496

Analysis of Total Provisions Current 135,750 82,496 135,750 82,496 9 Reserves

Asset Revaluation Reserve Shares in Insurance Australia Group Ltd 328 328

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 2010 2009 $ $ $ $

10 Retained Earnings 13 Cash Flow Information Retained surplus at the beginning of the financial year 276,217 204,053 Net surplus attributable to members of the Co-operative 148,124 72,164 1. Reconciliation of Cash Retained Surplus at the end of the financial year 424,341 276,217 For the purposes of the Statement of Cash Flows, cash includes cash on hand, cash at banks and investments in money market instruments. Cash at the end of the financial year as shown in the 11 Financial Instruments Statement of Cash Flows is reconciled to the related items in the Statement of Financial Position as follows:

Financial Risk Management Cash The Co-operative's financial instruments consists primarily of deposits with banks, local money market Cash Floats 1,950 1,150 instruments, short-term investments, accounts receivable and payable, and leases. Cash at Bank 847,419 310,662 849,369 311,812 The Co-operative does not have any derivative instruments at 30 June 2010. 2. Reconciliation of Net Cash Provided 12 Key Management Personnel Compensation Operating results 148,124 72,164 Post employment Short-term benefits benefit Non-Operating cash flows in operating surplus Salary Super Bonus Non-cash Other Long-term Total Depreciation 60,623 64,285 Benefits benefits 2009 Loss on sale of assets - - Total Profit on sale of assets (30,523) - remuneration 81,986 7,378 - 6,184 - - - Change in Assets and Liabilities 2010 Total Decrease / (Increase) in receivables (5,621) (32,055) remuneration 103,016 9,271 - 6,184 - - - Increase / (Decrease) in payables 94,819 (47,791) Increase / (Decrease) in GST liabilities 20,968 (6,582) Increase / (Decrease) in provisions 53,254 22,751 Decrease/(Increase) Grants in advance 255,273 (10,000)

Net Cash Provided 596,917 62,772

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 $ $

13 Cash Flow Information

1. Reconciliation of Cash

For the purposes of the Statement of Cash Flows, cash includes cash on hand, cash at banks and investments in money market instruments. Cash at the end of the financial year as shown in the Statement of Cash Flows is reconciled to the related items in the Statement of Financial Position as follows:

Cash Cash Floats 1,950 1,150 Cash at Bank 847,419 310,662 849,369 311,812

2. Reconciliation of Net Cash Provided

Operating results 148,124 72,164

Non-Operating cash flows in operating surplus Depreciation 60,623 64,285 Loss on sale of assets - - Profit on sale of assets (30,523) - Change in Assets and Liabilities Decrease / (Increase) in receivables (5,621) (32,055) Increase / (Decrease) in payables 94,819 (47,791) Increase / (Decrease) in GST liabilities 20,968 (6,582) Increase / (Decrease) in provisions 53,254 22,751 Decrease/(Increase) Grants in advance 255,273 (10,000)

Net Cash Provided 596,917 62,772

Page 16 SHINE FOR KIDS CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED ABN 60 662 072 775 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF SHINE FOR KIDS CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ABN 60 662 072 775 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 Scope

The Financial Report and Committee's Responsibility The financial report comprises the balance sheet, statement of comprehensive income, statement of changes in equity, accompanying notes to the financial statements, and the statement by members of the 14 Co-operative Details committee for SHINE For Kids Co-operative Limited (the Co-operative), for the year ended 30 June 2010. The committee of the Co-operative is responsible for the preparation and true and fair presentation of the The registered office of the Co-operative is: financial report in accordance with the Co-operatives Act NSW. This includes responsibility for the maintenance of adequate accounting records and internal controls that are designed to prevent and detect SHINE For Kids Co-operative Limited fraud and error, and for the accounting policies and accounting estimates inherent in the financial report.

The Cottage Audit Approach Holker Street SILVERWATER NSW 2128 We conducted an independent audit in order to express an opinion to the members of the Co-operative. Our audit was conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards, in order to provide reasonable The principal place of business is: assurance as to whether the financial report is free of material misstatement. The nature of an audit is influenced by factors such as the use of professional judgment, selective testing, the inherent limitations of The Cottage internal control, and the availability of persuasive rather than conclusive evidence. Therefore, an audit Holker Street cannot guarantee that all material misstatements have been detected. SILVERWATER NSW 2128 We performed procedures to assess whether in all material respects the financial report presents fairly, in accordance with the Co-operatives Act NSW, including compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and other mandatory financial reporting requirements in Australia, a view which is consistent with our 15 Funding understanding of the association's financial position, and of its performance as represented by the results of its operations and cash flows.

During the year, SHINE for Kids Co-operative Limited received funding from the following Federal & We formed our audit opinion on the basis of these procedures, which included: NSW Government Departments:- - examining, on a test basis, information to provide evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial report, and Federal Department of Families, Housing, Community Services, & Indigenous Affairs ( FaHCSIA) - assessing the appropriateness of the accounting policies and disclosures used and the Community Services, Department of Human Services reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by the committee. Corrective Services NSW While we considered the effectiveness of management's internal controls over financial reporting when Attorney - General's Department determining the nature and extent of our procedures, our audit was not designed to provide assurance on internal controls.

Independence

In conducting our audit, we followed applicable independence requirements of Australian professional ethical pronouncements.

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Scope

The Financial Report and Committee's Responsibility The financial report comprises the balance sheet, statement of comprehensive income, statement of changes in equity, accompanying notes to the financial statements, and the statement by members of the committee for SHINE For Kids Co-operative Limited (the Co-operative), for the year ended 30 June 2010. The committee of the Co-operative is responsible for the preparation and true and fair presentation of the financial report in accordance with the Co-operatives Act NSW. This includes responsibility for the maintenance of adequate accounting records and internal controls that are designed to prevent and detect fraud and error, and for the accounting policies and accounting estimates inherent in the financial report.

Audit Approach

We conducted an independent audit in order to express an opinion to the members of the Co-operative. Our audit was conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards, in order to provide reasonable assurance as to whether the financial report is free of material misstatement. The nature of an audit is influenced by factors such as the use of professional judgment, selective testing, the inherent limitations of internal control, and the availability of persuasive rather than conclusive evidence. Therefore, an audit cannot guarantee that all material misstatements have been detected. We performed procedures to assess whether in all material respects the financial report presents fairly, in accordance with the Co-operatives Act NSW, including compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and other mandatory financial reporting requirements in Australia, a view which is consistent with our understanding of the association's financial position, and of its performance as represented by the results of its operations and cash flows.

We formed our audit opinion on the basis of these procedures, which included: - examining, on a test basis, information to provide evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial report, and - assessing the appropriateness of the accounting policies and disclosures used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by the committee. While we considered the effectiveness of management's internal controls over financial reporting when determining the nature and extent of our procedures, our audit was not designed to provide assurance on internal controls.

Independence

In conducting our audit, we followed applicable independence requirements of Australian professional ethical pronouncements.

Page 18 SHINE FOR KIDS CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT ABN 60 662 072 775 TO THE MEMBERS OF SHINE FOR KIDS CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED ABN 60 662 072 775 DECLARATION BY THE DIRECTORS

Audit Opinion The directors have determined that the Co-operative is a reporting entity as defined in Statement of Accounting Concepts 1: Definition of a Reporting Entity, The financial statements have therefore been prepared having regard to applicable accounting standards, urgent issues & group concenus views as specified by the In our opinion, the financial report of SHINE For Kids Co-operative Limited presents a true and fair view in accounting profession. accordance with applicable Australian Accounting Standards and other mandatory professional reporting requirements in Australia, the financial position of SHINE For Kids Co-operative Limited as at 30 June 2010 The directors have determined that this general purpose financial report should be prepared in accordance with and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year then ended. those accounting standards and the basis of accounting outlined in Note 1 to the accounts. In the opinion of the directors of the Co-operative the financial report as set out of pages 1 to 23 Name of Firm: Myers & Naumburger Chartered Accountants 1. Presents a true view of the financial position of the Co-operative as at 30 June 2010, and its performance for the year ended on that date in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards Name of Partner : ______(including Australian Accounting Interpretations) of the Australian Accounting Standards Board. Sharon Myers B.Bus. ACA 25888 Registered Company Auditor 4547 2. At the date of this statement, there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Co-operative will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due. Address: Suite 8, 50 Great North Road, Five Dock NSW 2046 3. (a) The Co-operative has kept such accounting records as correctly explain the transactions and financial position of the Co-operative. Dated this day of (b) The Co-operative has kept its accounting records in such a manner as would enable true and fair accounts of the co-operative to be prepared from time to time. (c) The Co-operative has kept its accounting records in such a manner as would enable the accounts to be conveniently and properly audited in accordance with the Co-operatives Act 1992.

(d) The accounts have been properly prepared by a competent person. 4. (a) The accounts give a true and fair view of all income and expenditure with respect to fundraising appeals; (b) The Balance Sheet gives a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Co-operative with respect to fundraising appeals; and (c) The provisions of the Charitable Fundraising Act 1992, the regulations under the Act and the conditions attached to the fundraising authority have been complied with by the Co-operative; and (d) The internal controls exercised by the Co-operative are appropriate and effective in accounting for all income received and applied by the Co-operative from any of its fundraising appeals.

I, Helen Wiseman C/- 95 Larkin Place, East Kurrajong NSW 2758 and I, Arthur Begetis C/- KPMG 10 Shelley Street, Sydney NSW 2000 certify that:

(a) We are members of the committee of SHINE For Kids Co-operative Limited. (b) We attended the annual general meeting of the Co-operative. (c) We are authorised by the attached resolution of the board to sign this certificate. (d) This annual statement was submitted to the members of the Co-operative at its annual general meeting.

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DECLARATION BY THE DIRECTORS

The directors have determined that the Co-operative is a reporting entity as defined in Statement of Accounting Concepts 1: Definition of a Reporting Entity, The financial statements have therefore been prepared having regard to applicable accounting standards, urgent issues & group concenus views as specified by the accounting profession. The directors have determined that this general purpose financial report should be prepared in accordance with those accounting standards and the basis of accounting outlined in Note 1 to the accounts.

In the opinion of the directors of the Co-operative the financial report as set out of pages 1 to 23 1. Presents a true view of the financial position of the Co-operative as at 30 June 2010, and its performance for the year ended on that date in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards (including Australian Accounting Interpretations) of the Australian Accounting Standards Board.

2. At the date of this statement, there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Co-operative will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due. 3. (a) The Co-operative has kept such accounting records as correctly explain the transactions and financial position of the Co-operative. (b) The Co-operative has kept its accounting records in such a manner as would enable true and fair accounts of the co-operative to be prepared from time to time. (c) The Co-operative has kept its accounting records in such a manner as would enable the accounts to be conveniently and properly audited in accordance with the Co-operatives Act 1992.

I, Helen Wiseman C/- 95 Larkin Place, East Kurrajong NSW 2758 and I, Arthur Begetis C/- KPMG 10 Shelley Street, Sydney NSW 2000 certify that:

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DECLARATION BY THE DIRECTORS CONSOLIDATED PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Board of Directors and is signed for and on behalf FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 of the directors by: 2010 2009 $ $ Director: ______Helen Wiseman INCOME Funding - Trust & Foundations 358,354 328,841 NSW Department of Education & Training - 49,662 Donations Received 50,047 25,631 Director: ______Brighter Futures Grant 357,325 244,404 Arthur Begetis Corrective Services NSW Victims of Violent Crime - 11,979 Corrective Services NSW 758,394 743,037 Community Services, Department of Human Services 117,434 114,659 Dated this 28th d ay o f September 2010 Property Industry Foundation 30,000 15,000 Service Fees 370,157 204,650 Community Development Support Expenditure 78,011 36,247 Department Family & Indigenous Affairs 114,457 84,000 Membership Fees - 10 Interest Received 22,851 15,958 Fundraising Income 23,890 22,017 Profit on Sale of Fixed Assets 30,523 - Funding - Attorney General's Department 119,419 - Dividends Public Companies 38 49 Funding - Corporate 144,334 25,000 Funding - Non Government 2,700 56,792 Merchandise Income 1,364 3,579 Third Party Traders 75,226 82,782 Workplace & Regular Giving 6,595 7,150 Sundry Income 3,132 -

2,664,251 2,071,447

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Page 21 Page 22 SHINE FOR KIDS CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED ABN 60 662 072 775

CONSOLIDATED PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 $ $

INCOME Funding - Trust & Foundations 358,354 328,841 NSW Department of Education & Training - 49,662 Donations Received 50,047 25,631 Brighter Futures Grant 357,325 244,404 Corrective Services NSW Victims of Violent Crime - 11,979 Corrective Services NSW 758,394 743,037 Community Services, Department of Human Services 117,434 114,659 Property Industry Foundation 30,000 15,000 Service Fees 370,157 204,650 Community Development Support Expenditure 78,011 36,247 Department Family & Indigenous Affairs 114,457 84,000 Membership Fees - 10 Interest Received 22,851 15,958 Fundraising Income 23,890 22,017 Profit on Sale of Fixed Assets 30,523 - Funding - Attorney General's Department 119,419 - Dividends Public Companies 38 49 Funding - Corporate 144,334 25,000 Funding - Non Government 2,700 56,792 Merchandise Income 1,364 3,579 Third Party Traders 75,226 82,782 Workplace & Regular Giving 6,595 7,150 Sundry Income 3,132 -

2,664,251 2,071,447

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Page 22 SHINE FOR KIDS CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED ABN 60 662 072 775

CONSOLIDATED PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 $ $

EXPENSES Advertising & Recruitment 5,379 12,854 Audit & Accountancy Fee 21,050 22,000 Campaign Expenses 12,595 1,838 Consultants Fees 26,686 4,758 Child & Family Centre Costs 23,606 19,953 Computer Network & Support Expenses 131,170 104,500 Depreciation 60,623 64,285 Event Expenses 19,203 21,000 Holiday Pay Provision 19,769 3,444 Insurance 37,346 33,364 Group Expenses 1,964 1,866 Interest on Finance Loans 12,932 8,000 Long Service Leave Provision 10,268 25,096 Maternity Leave Provision 31,637 - Mentoring Expenses 10,765 7,288 Motor Vehicle Expenses 52,713 32,317 Office Expenses 49,945 64,273 Office Equipment 55,555 20,964 Project Management 370,157 200,583 Rent 15,004 5,144 Resources 1,090 15,217 School Assistance Educational & Sports 21,695 21,659 Salaries & Wages 1,274,170 1,083,468 Staff Training 13,590 5,581 Subscriptions & Memberships 4,388 5,399 Superannuation 113,506 92,528 Telephone 43,545 33,341 Travelling & Accommodation 20,804 27,998 Third Party Traders Expenses 54,972 60,565 2,516,127 1,999,283 Surplus for the year 148,124 72,164

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Page 23 SHINE FOR KIDS CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED ABN 60 662 072 775

OTHER INFORMATION DISCLAIMER OF OPINON ON THE 2009 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTS

Disclaimer The additional financial data presented in the following pages is in accordance with the books and records of SHINE for Kids Co-operative Limited which have been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in our statutory audit of the Co-operative for the period ended 30 June 2010. It will be appreciated that our statutory audit did not cover all details of the additional financial data. Accordingly, we do not express an opinion on such financial data and no warranty of accuracy or reliability is given. Neither the firm nor any member or employee of the firm undertakes responsibility in any way whatsoever to any person (other than our client) in respect of such data, including any errors or omissions therein however caused.

Name of Firm: Myers & Naumburger Chartered Accountants

Name of Partner ______Sharon Myers B.Bus. ACA 25888 Registered Company Auditor 4547

Dated this day of

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO BE FURNISHED UNDER THE CHARITABLE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO BE FURNISHED UNDER THE CHARITABLE FUNDRAISING ACT 1991 FUNDRAISING ACT 1991

Summary of Fundraising appeals conducted during the year 2010 2009 The Co-Operative holds an authority to fundraise under the NSW Charitable Fundraising Act of 1991. $ % $ % During the year, the Co-Operative engaged in fundraising activities as defined by the NSW Charitable Total cost of fundraising / gross income from Fundraising Act. The total income from these activities amounted to $996,954. Of this amount, $160,254 fundraising 0 / 357,325 0 0 / 244,404 0 was derived from fundraising appeals, and gifts from individuals and businesses, and $806,340 raised Net surplus from fundraising / gross income from trusts and foundations. Income from trusts and foundations is shown against the program stream to from fundraising 7,843 / 357,325 2% 8,280 / 249,447 3% which the funding relates, and not in the Divisional Profit and Loss Statement - SHINE Fundraising. Total direct cost of service / total expenditure 236,897 / 349,492 92% 192,594 / 257,727 75% 2010 2009 $ % $ % Property Industry Foundation Consolidated Fundraising Efforts During the year, the Co-Operative received gross income of $30,000 from the Property Industry Foundation. The amount was allocated towards the direct costs of running the Supported Transport Total cost of Fundraising / gross income from program. The funding supplemented the grants of $113,721 received from Corrective Services NSW and fundraising 191,532 / 996,594 19% 168,610 / 847,440 20% $38,292 from other trust and foundations. Net surplus from Fundraising / gross income from fundraising 805,062 / 996,594 81% 678,830 / 847,440 80% Total cost of fundraising/ gross income from Fundraising conducted jointly with traders fundraising 0 / 30,000 0% 0 / 15,000 0% Net surplus from fundraising / gross income Revenue 75,226 82,185 from fundraising 0 / 30,000 0% 0 / 15,000 0% Less payments to trader 54,972 60,565 Total cost of service / total expenditure 30,000 / 30,000 100% 15,000 / 15,000 100% Gross Contribution 20,254 21,620 During the year, the Co-operative received recurrent funding from the following trusts and foundations: Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation Limited During the year, the Co-Operative received gross income of $100,000 from the Vincent Fairfax Family Private foundation Funding Foundation. This amount was used in expanding the information and technology and business systems During the year, the Co-Operative received gross income of $357,325 for our Brighter Futures project to enhance our ability to operate effectively. This is a three year project. from a private foundation that wishes to remain anonymous.

The cost of service in respect of the funds received, is noted as follows: Total cost of fundraising / gross income from fundraising 0 / 100,000 0% 0 / 100,000 0% Salary, telephone, and other overhead costs 37,531 31,004 Net surplus from fundraising / gross income General Administration 75,054 34,129 from fundraising 59,618 / 100,000 60% 38,035 / 100,000 38% Total Administration Overhead 112,585 65,133 Total cost of service / total expenditure 34,375 / 34,375 100% 75,000 / 75,000 100%

Direct Salary & employment costs 175,903 145,625 Educational Grants 21,695 21,659 Travel and associated costs 39,299 25,310

Direct Costs 236,897 192,594

Total Costs 349,482 257,727

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO BE FURNISHED UNDER THE CHARITABLE FUNDRAISING ACT 1991

2010 2009 $ % $ % Total cost of fundraising / gross income from fundraising 0 / 357,325 0 0 / 244,404 0 Net surplus from fundraising / gross income from fundraising 7,843 / 357,325 2% 8,280 / 249,447 3% Total direct cost of service / total expenditure 236,897 / 349,492 92% 192,594 / 257,727 75%

Property Industry Foundation During the year, the Co-Operative received gross income of $30,000 from the Property Industry Foundation. The amount was allocated towards the direct costs of running the Supported Transport program. The funding supplemented the grants of $113,721 received from Corrective Services NSW and $38,292 from other trust and foundations.

Total cost of fundraising/ gross income from fundraising 0 / 30,000 0% 0 / 15,000 0% Net surplus from fundraising / gross income from fundraising 0 / 30,000 0% 0 / 15,000 0% Total cost of service / total expenditure 30,000 / 30,000 100% 15,000 / 15,000 100%

Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation Limited During the year, the Co-Operative received gross income of $100,000 from the Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation. This amount was used in expanding the information and technology and business systems to enhance our ability to operate effectively. This is a three year project.

Total cost of fundraising / gross income from fundraising 0 / 100,000 0% 0 / 100,000 0% Net surplus from fundraising / gross income from fundraising 59,618 / 100,000 60% 38,035 / 100,000 38% Total cost of service / total expenditure 34,375 / 34,375 100% 75,000 / 75,000 100%

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DIVISIONAL PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT DIVISIONAL PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 2010 2009 $ $ $ $

SHINE PROJECT MANAGEMENT SHINE FUNDRAISING

INCOME INCOME Funding - Non Government - 20,000 Dividends Public Companies 38 49 Funding - Trust & Foundations 146,000 100,000 Funding - Non Government 200 5,576 Corrective Services NSW 173,798 115,755 Donations Received 41,869 25,525 Community Services, Department of Human Services 27,630 28,997 Service Fees 118,965 60,810 Service Fees 251,192 139,828 Membership Fees - 10 Interest Received 5,532 2,698 Interest Received 2,064 1,300 604,152 407,278 Fundraising Income 16,776 9,700 EXPENSES Profit on Sale of Fixed Assets 30,523 - Advertising & Recruitment 1,088 2,116 Merchandise Income 1,364 3,579 Audit & Accountancy Fee 6,250 6,417 Third Party Traders 75,226 82,782 Consultants Fees 4,546 - Workplace & Regular Giving 6,595 7,150 Computer Network & Support Expenses 47,986 58,015 Sundry Income 2,514 - Depreciation 19,192 15,694 296,134 196,481 Holiday Pay Provision 1,969 2,382 EXPENSES Insurance 9,345 6,046 Advertising & Recruitment 389 2,599 Interest on Finance Loans - 1,067 Audit & Accountancy Fee 1,233 1,177 Long Service Leave Provision 10,359 3,572 Campaign Expenses 12,595 1,838 Maternity Leave Provision 9,642 - Computer Network & Support Expenses 2,261 - Motor Vehicle Expenses 12,520 9,333 Holiday Pay Provision - 2,145 Office Expenses 18,749 14,047 Insurance 2,235 2,003 Office Equipment 9,703 5,688 Office Expenses 2,447 2,289 Project Management - 3,000 Project Management 15,000 17,158 Resources 466 484 Resources 580 570 Salaries & Wages 319,434 178,130 Salaries & Wages 90,348 68,412 Staff Training 1,763 1,945 Staff Training 209 336 Subscriptions & Memberships 1,233 1,482 Subscriptions & Memberships 490 1,386 Superannuation 28,278 15,155 Superannuation 8,038 5,934 Telephone 11,697 8,999 Telephone 692 913 Travelling & Accommodation 2,635 6,174 Travelling & Accommodation 44 1,282 516,855 339,746 Third Party Traders Expenses 54,972 60,565 NET SURPLUS 87,297 67,532 191,533 168,607 NET SURPLUS 104,601 27,874

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Page 27 Page 28 SHINE FOR KIDS CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED ABN 60 662 072 775

DIVISIONAL PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 $ $

SHINE FUNDRAISING

INCOME Dividends Public Companies 38 49 Funding - Non Government 200 5,576 Donations Received 41,869 25,525 Service Fees 118,965 60,810 Membership Fees - 10 Interest Received 2,064 1,300 Fundraising Income 16,776 9,700 Profit on Sale of Fixed Assets 30,523 - Merchandise Income 1,364 3,579 Third Party Traders 75,226 82,782 Workplace & Regular Giving 6,595 7,150 Sundry Income 2,514 - 296,134 196,481 EXPENSES Advertising & Recruitment 389 2,599 Audit & Accountancy Fee 1,233 1,177 Campaign Expenses 12,595 1,838 Computer Network & Support Expenses 2,261 - Holiday Pay Provision - 2,145 Insurance 2,235 2,003 Office Expenses 2,447 2,289 Project Management 15,000 17,158 Resources 580 570 Salaries & Wages 90,348 68,412 Staff Training 209 336 Subscriptions & Memberships 490 1,386 Superannuation 8,038 5,934 Telephone 692 913 Travelling & Accommodation 44 1,282 Third Party Traders Expenses 54,972 60,565 191,533 168,607 NET SURPLUS 104,601 27,874

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Page 28 SHINE FOR KIDS CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED SHINE FOR KIDS CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED ABN 60 662 072 775 ABN 60 662 072 775

DIVISIONAL PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT DIVISIONAL PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 2010 2009 $ $ $ $

NSW CHILD & FAMILY CENTRES “Located at Silverwater, Bathurst, Windsor, Wellington, Cessnock, NSW GROUPWORK PROGRAMS “Includes Carers Group – Bathurst, Schools & Community Parklea, & Junee.” Groups, Outing Program - Sydney Metropolitan”

INCOME I NCOME Funding - Corporate 144,334 25,000 Funding - Trust & Foundations 26,443 5,000 Funding - Trust & Foundations 5,500 34,000 NSW Department of Education & Training - 9,062 NSW Department of Education & Training - 16,308 Brighter Futures Grant - 83,531 Donations Received 6,270 - Corrective Services NSW Victims of Violent Crime - 2,737 Corrective Services NSW Victims of Violent Crime - 4,925 Corrective Services NSW 46,066 41,985 Corrective Services NSW 368,636 256,288 Community Development Support Expenditure 9,792 - Community Services, Department of Human Services 17,370 16,959 Department Family & Indigenous Affairs 22,954 19,131 Community Development Support Expenditure 33,192 18,775 Interest Received 898 1,350 Department Family & Indigenous Affairs 7,150 - 106,153 162,796 Interest Received 5,322 2,960 EXPENSES Fundraising Income 1,731 6,820 Audit & Accountancy Fee 706 2,537 589,505 382,035 Consultants Fees 1,985 4,146 EXPENSES Computer Network & Support Expenses 4,326 7,135 Advertising & Recruitment 1,093 2,880 Depreciation 3,507 10,191 Audit & Accountancy Fee 4,280 4,566 Holiday Pay Provision - 167 Consultants Fees 1,463 - Insurance 1,639 3,023 Child & Family Centre Costs 22,018 19,768 Group Expenses 1,964 1,866 Computer Network & Support Expenses 26,774 13,722 Interest on Finance Loans 929 1,589 Depreciation 1,627 5,329 Motor Vehicle Expenses 3,861 4,909 Holiday Pay Provision 9,004 (750) Office Expenses 1,446 5,697 Insurance 9,224 8,093 Office Equipment 1,005 842 Long Service Leave Provision - 3,920 Project Management 23,372 14,615 Maternity Leave Provision 12,329 - Resources 44 14,163 Motor Vehicle Expenses 4,840 2,226 Salaries & Wages 46,799 90,757 Office Expenses 8,311 10,486 Staff Training 225 484 Office Equipment 10,095 1,722 Subscriptions & Memberships 228 694 Project Management 120,636 59,568 Superannuation 4,266 7,545 Salaries & Wages 294,950 262,510 Telephone 1,890 4,230 Staff Training - 1,359 Travelling & Accommodation 77 2,238 Superannuation 26,623 22,782 98,269 176,828 Telephone 10,075 7,547 NET SURPLUS (DEFICIT) 7,884 (14,032) Travelling & Accommodation 1,483 3,358 564,825 429,086 NET SURPLUS (DEFICIT) 24,680 (47,051)

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DIVISIONAL PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 $ $

NSW GROUPWORK PROGRAMS “Includes Carers Group – Bathurst, Schools & Community Groups, Outing Program - Sydney Metropolitan” I NCOME Funding - Trust & Foundations 26,443 5,000 NSW Department of Education & Training - 9,062 Brighter Futures Grant - 83,531 Corrective Services NSW Victims of Violent Crime - 2,737 Corrective Services NSW 46,066 41,985 Community Development Support Expenditure 9,792 - Department Family & Indigenous Affairs 22,954 19,131 Interest Received 898 1,350 106,153 162,796 EXPENSES Audit & Accountancy Fee 706 2,537 Consultants Fees 1,985 4,146 Computer Network & Support Expenses 4,326 7,135 Depreciation 3,507 10,191 Holiday Pay Provision - 167 Insurance 1,639 3,023 Group Expenses 1,964 1,866 Interest on Finance Loans 929 1,589 Motor Vehicle Expenses 3,861 4,909 Office Expenses 1,446 5,697 Office Equipment 1,005 842 Project Management 23,372 14,615 Resources 44 14,163 Salaries & Wages 46,799 90,757 Staff Training 225 484 Subscriptions & Memberships 228 694 Superannuation 4,266 7,545 Telephone 1,890 4,230 Travelling & Accommodation 77 2,238 98,269 176,828 NET SURPLUS (DEFICIT) 7,884 (14,032)

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DIVISIONAL PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT DIVISIONAL PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 2010 2009 $ $ $ $

NSW MENTORING PROGRAMS “Incorporates the Sydney Metropolitan & Bathurst Regions” NSW CONTACT SERVICES “Incorporates Children’s Transport Services, Child & Parent Activity Days, Video Visits Program & Kempsey Aboriginal Program” INCOME I NCOME Funding - Trust & Foundations - 49,341 Funding - Attorney General's Department 119,419 - NSW Department of Education & Training - 5,625 Funding - Trust & Foundations 40,000 45,500 Donations Received 1,358 106 NSW Department of Education & Training - 10,000 Brighter Futures Grant 332,325 92,202 Corrective Services NSW 158,064 274,915 Corrective Services NSW Victims of Violent Crime - 1,699 Property Industry Foundation 30,000 15,000 Department Family & Indigenous Affairs 39,329 45,121 Service Fees - 4,012 Interest Received 3,182 1,622 Community Development Support Expenditure 35,027 17,472 376,194 195,716 Department Family & Indigenous Affairs 2,800 - EXPENSES Interest Received 3,332 3,113 Advertising & Recruitment 1,255 551 Fundraising Income 5,368 5,497 Audit & Accountancy Fee 3,908 1,482 394,010 375,509 Consultants Fees 3,356 - EXPENSES Computer Network & Support Expenses 18,437 4,384 Advertising & Recruitment 952 1,044 Depreciation 14,684 4,070 Audit & Accountancy Fee 2,439 2,799 Holiday Pay Provision 1,174 844 Consultants Fees 11,708 - Insurance 3,938 3,202 Computer Network & Support Expenses 19,532 7,911 Interest on Finance Loans 4,761 634 Depreciation 16,216 19,557 Long Service Leave Provision 2,701 4,214 Event Expenses 19,203 21,000 Mentoring Expenses 8,190 6,837 Holiday Pay Provision 4,098 (2,787) Motor Vehicle Expenses 10,893 1,943 Insurance 6,229 5,806 Office Expenses 4,733 2,523 Interest on Finance Loans 5,541 3,237 Office Equipment 21,792 491 Long Service Leave Provision (2,792) 12,378 Project Management 85,620 28,596 Motor Vehicle Expenses 14,510 9,288 Salaries & Wages 152,606 101,406 Office Expenses 7,592 6,298 Staff Training 6,130 196 Office Equipment 9,442 928 Subscriptions & Memberships 951 301 Project Management 68,193 34,317 Superannuation 13,492 9,175 Salaries & Wages 195,665 201,372 Telephone 7,379 1,796 Staff Training 4,267 504 Travelling & Accommodation 837 1,044 Subscriptions & Memberships 743 788 366,837 173,689 Superannuation 18,039 17,078 NET SURPLUS 9,357 22,027 Telephone 5,660 4,689 Travelling & Accommodation 7,065 4,422 414,302 350,629 NET SURPLUS (DEFICIT) (20,292) 24,880

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2010 2009 $ $

NSW CONTACT SERVICES “Incorporates Children’s Transport Services, Child & Parent Activity Days, Video Visits Program & Kempsey Aboriginal Program” I NCOME Funding - Attorney General's Department 119,419 - Funding - Trust & Foundations 40,000 45,500 NSW Department of Education & Training - 10,000 Corrective Services NSW 158,064 274,915 Property Industry Foundation 30,000 15,000 Service Fees - 4,012 Community Development Support Expenditure 35,027 17,472 Department Family & Indigenous Affairs 2,800 - Interest Received 3,332 3,113 Fundraising Income 5,368 5,497 394,010 375,509 EXPENSES Advertising & Recruitment 952 1,044 Audit & Accountancy Fee 2,439 2,799 Consultants Fees 11,708 - Computer Network & Support Expenses 19,532 7,911 Depreciation 16,216 19,557 Event Expenses 19,203 21,000 Holiday Pay Provision 4,098 (2,787) Insurance 6,229 5,806 Interest on Finance Loans 5,541 3,237 Long Service Leave Provision (2,792) 12,378 Motor Vehicle Expenses 14,510 9,288 Office Expenses 7,592 6,298 Office Equipment 9,442 928 Project Management 68,193 34,317 Salaries & Wages 195,665 201,372 Staff Training 4,267 504 Subscriptions & Memberships 743 788 Superannuation 18,039 17,078 Telephone 5,660 4,689 Travelling & Accommodation 7,065 4,422 414,302 350,629 NET SURPLUS (DEFICIT) (20,292) 24,880

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DIVISIONAL PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT DIVISIONAL PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2010

2010 2009 2010 2009 $ $ $ $

NSW CASEWORK SERVICES “Incorporates Intensive Children’s Support, Intake & VICTORIAN PROGRAMS “Includes: Mentoring and Prison In-Visits Program” Referrals, Educational and Financial Support” I NCOME INCOME Funding - Trust & Foundations - 25,000 Funding - Non Government 2,500 31,216 NSW Department of Education & Training - 8,667 Funding - Trust & Foundations 140,411 70,000 Brighter Futures Grant 25,000 68,671 Donations Received 550 - Corrective Services NSW Victims of Violent Crime - 2,618 Interest Received 1,229 846 Corrective Services NSW 11,830 54,094 Fundraising Income 15 - Community Services, Department of Human Services 72,434 68,703 Sundry Income 618 - Department Family & Indigenous Affairs 42,224 19,748 145,323 102,062 Interest Received 1,292 2,069 EXPENSES 152,780 249,570 Advertising & Recruitment 360 2,800 EXPENSES Audit & Accountancy Fee 1,000 613 Advertising & Recruitment 242 864 Consultants Fees 3,628 612 Audit & Accountancy Fee 1,234 2,409 Child & Family Centre Costs 1,588 185 Computer Network & Support Expenses 6,383 7,073 Computer Network & Support Expenses 5,471 6,260 Depreciation 4,771 9,444 Depreciation 626 - Holiday Pay Provision 2,508 (1,312) Holiday Pay Provision 1,016 2,755 Insurance 1,693 4,032 Insurance 3,043 1,159 Interest on Finance Loans 1,701 1,473 Maternity Leave Provision 9,666 - Long Service Leave Provision - 1,012 Mentoring Expenses 2,575 451 Motor Vehicle Expenses 3,780 4,541 Motor Vehicle Expenses 2,309 77 Office Expenses 2,217 4,866 Office Expenses 4,450 18,067 Office Equipment 2,057 799 Office Equipment 1,461 10,494 Project Management 28,772 28,679 Project Management 28,564 14,650 School Assistance Educational & Sports 21,695 21,659 Rent 15,004 5,144 Salaries & Wages 74,986 135,572 Salaries & Wages 99,382 45,309 Staff Training 523 457 Staff Training 473 300 Subscriptions & Memberships 316 666 Subscriptions & Memberships 427 82 Superannuation 5,869 10,993 Superannuation 8,901 3,866 Telephone 2,585 3,871 Telephone 3,567 1,296 Travelling & Accommodation 82 2,329 Travelling & Accommodation 8,581 7,151 161,414 239,427 202,092 121,271 NET SURPLUS (DEFICIT) (8,634) 10,143 NET DEFICIT (56,769) (19,209)

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2010 2009 $ $

VICTORIAN PROGRAMS “Includes: Mentoring and Prison In-Visits Program”

INCOME Funding - Non Government 2,500 31,216 Funding - Trust & Foundations 140,411 70,000 Donations Received 550 - Interest Received 1,229 846 Fundraising Income 15 - Sundry Income 618 - 145,323 102,062 EXPENSES Advertising & Recruitment 360 2,800 Audit & Accountancy Fee 1,000 613 Consultants Fees 3,628 612 Child & Family Centre Costs 1,588 185 Computer Network & Support Expenses 5,471 6,260 Depreciation 626 - Holiday Pay Provision 1,016 2,755 Insurance 3,043 1,159 Maternity Leave Provision 9,666 - Mentoring Expenses 2,575 451 Motor Vehicle Expenses 2,309 77 Office Expenses 4,450 18,067 Office Equipment 1,461 10,494 Project Management 28,564 14,650 Rent 15,004 5,144 Salaries & Wages 99,382 45,309 Staff Training 473 300 Subscriptions & Memberships 427 82 Superannuation 8,901 3,866 Telephone 3,567 1,296 Travelling & Accommodation 8,581 7,151 202,092 121,271 NET DEFICIT (56,769) (19,209)

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