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Annual Report 2014-15 Partners
Contents
Our Mission 3 AAA Play 18 About Reclink Australia 3 Art Programs 20 Why We Exist 4 Work Readiness – What We Do 5 A pathway to employment 22 Responding, Rebuilding, Transforming 6 Events, Fundraising and Volunteers 23 Community Partners 7 Our Activities 26 Corporate Governance 7 Our Members 28 Reflections from the Founder 8 Gratitude 32 Research and Evaluation 9 Our National Footprint 34 Transformational Links, Training Reclink Australia Staff 35 and Education 9 Contact Us 35 State Reports 10
Notice of 2015 Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting for Members 1. Confirmation of the Minutes of the last Annual of Reclink Australia will be held at General Meeting held in November, 2014. Reclink, South Melbourne at 9am 2. To receive the Report and Financial Statements on Wednesday 18 November, 2015. for the year that ended 30 June, 2015. 3. General business.
2 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS Our Mission Respond. Rebuild. Reconnect. We seek to give all participants the power of purpose. About Reclink Australia Reclink Australia is a not-for-profit organisation whose aim is to enhance the lives of people experiencing disadvantage or facing significant barriers to participation, through providing new and unique sports and arts opportunities and specialist recreation programs.
We target some of the community’s most vulnerable and with a membership of 360 community, government and private isolated people; at risk youth, those experiencing mental illness, organisations. people with a disability, the homeless, people tackling alcohol Our member agencies are committed to encouraging our target and other drug issues and social and economic hardship. population group, under-represented in mainstream sport and recreational programs, to take that step towards improved As part of our unique hub and spoke network model, health and self-esteem, and use Reclink Australia’s activities as Reclink Australia has facilitated cooperative partnerships a means for engagement of hard to reach population groups.
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 3 Why We Exist From the streets of St Kilda Building resilience and a sense of community, Reclink Australia believes and Kings Cross, to the that sport and the arts are the perfect public housing estates of vehicles to improve the lives of those Adelaide and Canberra and experiencing complex disadvantage and the remote communities social exclusion. of the Northern Territory, We believe that everyone has the right to positive identity and a social Reclink Australia champions network. This can be achieved through participation in physical active participation in sport and the and artistic activity for all arts. It revives, nurtures and sustains an Australians. We believe that individual and improves their mental sport, recreation, music and and physical health. art are powerful tools to For 25 years, we have led a network of member organisations and engage and support those acted as a facilitator in the support most hard to reach within of disadvantaged communities the community. and individuals.
“Reclink exists to give life changing opportunity to where it doesn’t exist.”
1988 1997 2000 2004 2006 Peter Cullen uses recreation Peter Cullen tours Australia Reclink Australia Super 8s 10 teams compete in the The Reclink Raiders are as street outreach. presenting the Reclink played on the MCG. Victorian Reclink Australia the first cricket team to Australia model. Football League. compete in a community cricket league. 1989 Reclink Australia travels to 2003 Kick-to-kick commences NSW – football and the Reclink Australia partners 2005 Reclink Australia established – seven social games of Reclink Australia Olympics. with the Victorian Peter Cullen appointed in Alice Springs. Australian football (AFL). Government. as Reclink Australia Reclink Australia PCYC is Development Manager. The Choir of Hard Knocks established in Hobart. Reclink Australia employs is formed. 1990 first staff member. Reclink Australia ‘All Stars’ First Reclink Australia Funding is secured to game held at the MCG. 2007 network meeting is held. establish Reclink Australia in South Yarra FC is the first South Australia. community football club The first Frank Galbally Reclink Australia partners 1991 to accept Reclink Australia Cup is played between with VicHealth. participants. Melbourne’s barristers 1998 Reclink Australia established Four teams play Australian and solicitors. football (AFL) in an Reclink Victoria v Reclink SA Reclink Australia is a finalist in Brisbane. at Punt Road Oval. for the Premier’s Award for organised competition. Federal Government Community Participation. VicSafe Crime Prevention announces partnership to 1992 and Community Safety launch Reclink Australia Former Victoria Police Award. nationally. Commissioner, Mick Miller, appointed as first Reclink Australia Patron. 4 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS What We Do
Reclink Australia delivers High Density Housing Safety and subsidise access to facilities, manage Security Project in the ACT continues customised programs and competitions services across the country, to deliver improved outcomes for within existing facilities and coordinate with participation at the core residents and a Victorian Government transitional programs to enable Reclink funded information and referral service Australia participants to move into the of everything we do. ‘AAA Play’ is connecting people with mainstream community. a disability to sport and recreation From running, basketball and football, Underpinning all our programs is the participation opportunities. to painting, instrument making and principle of respect that recognises and singing, we promote and deliver the Our programs have expanded to include rewards participation and a willingness health, social and economic benefits of a range of work readiness programs to support others above all else. Skill activity to an otherwise largely inactive in South East Queensland and a development and event days feature population group. targeted cycling program for people strongly in our annual calendar and Our national program of team sports with disability developed in partnership are used to develop life skills rather have the ability to bring together Cycling Victoria. than separate winners from losers. Our ultimate aim is to empower people from diverse communities. As a unique voice in the sports participants to sustain an enhanced level The Reclink Australia Football Series participation space, we act as an of health, wellbeing and involvement in is a flagship program that engages advocate and conduit between the community. over 650 men and women, while disadvantaged communities, sports the Reclink Tasmanian Youth League clubs and state sporting associations, By assisting with the development of continues to engage young people recreation facilities and programs where fundamental social skills, participants from geographically disadvantaged physical activity can be undertaken. are supported and encouraged to communities. Our National Crime and Using our extensive experience and our transition to mainstream sports and arts Violence Prevention Award winning established networks we negotiate or programs, education and employment.
2008 2010 2012 2014 2015 Appointment of the first Networks established in The Transformers Choir Reclink Australia becomes Rebranded Access for All CEO, Adrian Panozzo. Sydney and Logan. sings with His Holiness the provider of Australia’s first Abilities First Point of Call Dalai Lama. State funded information Service to AAA Play. IOOF Foundation became Appointment of new staff and support service, a major community partner. members in Adelaide, Australia Day Community Seven Work Readiness sites assisting people with a Brisbane and Fremantle. Event of the Year. established across South Reclink Australia established disability to link with sports East Queensland. in Western Australia. Strategic plan for 2010 to and active recreation. 2015 approved by the Board. 2013 Joint partnership with Staff members appointed in Australia Post announces Record membership (588), Cycling Victoria to establish Brisbane and Alice Springs. Reclink Australia as 2011 networks (22), the TryCycling initiative. Women’s football league events (10,856) and a National ‘Our 2009 commenced in Alice Springs. participation (111,409). Neighbourhood’ Strategic plan 2015 – 2017 Staff members appointed community partner. approved by the Board. Transition to Public Reclink Australia wins ACT in Hobart and Canberra. Company Limited by Health Promotion Award. Guarantee. Friends of Alice launched.
“It keeps me alive really, it’s opened a door inside me and it’s given me my spirit back.”
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 5 Responding, Rebuilding, Transforming
In 2014-15 Reclink while enabling social inclusion and A special thanks to our dedicated, strengthening social cohesion. committed and enthusiastic staff who Australia delivered 58,602 continue to work tirelessly to deliver We firmly believe, Reclink Australia’s sport, recreation and arts a diverse range of accessible sport, unique culture, focusing on personal recreation and arts activities. participation opportunities outcomes, respecting individual choice and supporting people experiencing Reclink Australia continues to be very in partnership with over disadvantage to exercise their human well served by our skilled and committed 360 member organisations rights and enjoy valued roles in their Board of Directors. All our Board communities, positions us well to members make an extremely important across Australia, whilst contribute to such improvements. contribution to the sound governance of achieving a budget surplus Reclink Australia and the achievement Reclink Australia is grateful for the of our strategic objectives and we thank of $172K. outstanding support from Federal, State them for their commitment. and Territory Members of Parliament Reclink Australia has risen to all the across Australia. We welcome the On behalf of the Board it is with great financial challenges the year has Senate passing a motion calling pleasure that we present our annual brought and through innovation, for the immediate reinstatement of report for the 2014-2015 financial year. collaboration and a strategic approach Commonwealth funding for the Reclink we have grasped the opportunities National Program. offered to establish a stronger operational footprint across Australia. We sincerely thank our hundreds of loyal volunteers across Australia who People experiencing disadvantage, continue to offer their talents and skills their families and carers and member to Reclink Australia with large-scale organisations continue to call on public events and smaller endeavours. David O’Halloran Reclink Australia as a peak national We are undoubtedly a better and Chairman organisation to advocate for funding of stronger organisation as a result of their sports, recreation and arts participation work and we acknowledge their efforts. opportunities for disadvantaged Reclink Australia is also fortunate to Australians. The ability to connect with have the support of our widely respected others is what makes us feel alive. For Ambassadors. people with mental illness, or a disability, or struggling with homelessness, or drug We would like to take this opportunity addiction, and living in social isolation, to express our gratitude for the finding a way back into mainstream support Reclink Australia has society can be extraordinarily hard. received from Local, State, Territory Participation in sport, recreation and and Commonwealth Governments, arts programs is one of the most community partners, donors and the effective means of engaging the most many communities across Australia with John Ballis marginalised people in our community whom we are privileged to work closely with. Chief Executive Officer
6 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS Community Partners
Collingwood Football Club Reclink Australia wishes In 2014, Reclink Australia was proudly to acknowledge the Talbot Family Foundation has been a announced as one of seven national considerable contribution supporter of Reclink Australia since community partners of Australia Post. that Collingwood FC has provided in 2009 and is one of the primary As part of Australia Post’s ‘Our the last year and for many years prior. supporters of our Queensland choir, Neighbourhood’ initiative, Reclink Australia Collingwood FC has been an event known as The Transformers. Reclink will receive financial and organisational partner for a number of years and Australia is grateful for the ongoing support and the opportunity to work continues to support organisations support that the Talbot Family collaboratively with one of the country’s participating in our Victorian football Foundation continues to provide, most respected and trusted organisations. competition. in supporting those who participate Australia Post’s employees will also have in the Transformers Choir. the opportunity to enrich our programs across Australia with their organisational Friends of Alice commitment to volunteerism. The Friends of Alice tour continues to support Reclink Australia’s work in Alice Springs and provide a unique opportunity for greater cultural awareness and understanding of the social challenges. As part of the tour students undertake a cultural immersion program, reflecting on the experience a student wrote “Painting with someone like Amelia was amazing, Reclink Australia has had a long it was a great experience for such a knowledgeable person to teach us and share standing relationship with GE Capital. experiences. Hearing about their different skin colour references and names for each other - it’s amazing their respect for each other”. GE Capital have been strong supporters of Reclink Australia through their Each year the Friends of Alice tour is a powerful opportunity to share, experience corporate volunteering program. and learn.
Corporate Governance The Reclink Australia Board is responsible for Reclink Australia’s overall strategic direction, performance and compliance and providing effective governance and leadership.
David O’Halloran Rod Butterss Sean Winder Board Member since 2005. Board Member since November 2010. Board Member since November 2014. Chairman since January 2013. Bachelor of Financial Administration. President from 2007 – November 2011. Peter Cullen, AM Diploma of Community Services (AOD); Founder; President 1992-2005; Tanya Baini Diploma of Management. Member of the Order of Australia 2000; Board Member since November 2014. Centenary Medal 2003. Master of Arts (History) and Grad Dip Mary Delahunty Industrial Relations. Board Member since 2010. Karla Harman Chair from 2011-2012. Board Member since June 2014. Theresa Sgambaro Board Member since February 2015. Financial Planner; Graduate Diploma Bachelor of Business Masters of Laws, Legal Practice, Skills Advanced Finance. (Economics and Finance) and a Master of Applied Finance. and Ethics. Bachelor of Business, Resigned August 2014. Accounting. Diploma of Financial Services, Financial Planning. Sam Newton Donna Gross Board Member since 2006. Board Member since June 2014. John Ballis Licensed Estate Agent. Bachelor of Creative Arts. Chief Executive Officer.
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 7 Reflections from the Founder In 1989, I was working It was in those early years of working health, reducing health care costs, and on the street that I quickly understood providing pathways to training and at Sacred Heart Mission the power of involving people through employment. the informality of recreation, where supporting some of the most Over the years I have listened to many individuals could get involved, enjoy disadvantaged people talk about their disadvantaged and at risk each other’s company, be part of a life journey and the following comments young people living in the sporting team and use recreation as a are only but a few from participants: backstreets of St Kilda. vehicle to rebuild trust, rebuild lives and help young people reconnect once more • “It keeps me alive really, it’s opened On the street I saw people living in a with the community. a door inside me and it’s given me lost world, where there seemed to be It was through this understanding that my spirit back”; no clear pathways to opportunity, no Reclink Australia was born. positive way for them to be involved • “It’s taken away my suicidal feelings in the world. There was a hidden crisis A simple kick to kick at the Peanut Farm and I feel welcomed - a part of behind the challenges that people on Reserve in St Kilda on a sunny Sunday community and valued”; the street dealt with. afternoon. This simple activity had a • “What do I get out of it? Life!” transformational effect on the lives of “Boredom is a terrible emotion and individuals that played that day, and a Reclink Australia is uniquely placed to can be deadly” another street person transformational experience for me in engage some of the most isolated and said to me. Not meaning the normal taking the decision to make this my life’s work. disadvantaged people in our community boredom we experience, but having by bringing all parts of the community Back then, as it is now, the premise no goals, no vision, and no sense of together to create participation the future. A scenario which I witnessed was simple, provide individuals with something to do that is positive, opportunities and pool collective over and over again was that boredom resources to deliver an activity that will led to frustration, frustration led to drug something that would act as circuit breaker of destructive behaviour and break the downward spiral of self- use, drug use deteriorated to crime and something that would reconnect them destructive behaviours. crime to prison. back into the community. Since its inception Reclink Australia I soon realised that more needed to Since our modest beginning Reclink with this simple cost effective model be done to help our disadvantaged Australia has grown to become a has reached more than 60,000 Australians, not in an office environment national organisation working in disadvantaged people and has but on the street, at the source of the partnership with over 360 community transformed the lives of many problems people were experiencing. organisations to deliver hundreds participants. “What if we could provide an of sport and recreation and arts I firmly believe the Reclink model is a opportunity that was immediate and participation opportunities to thousands gateway to transition and transformation could move people into another world, of disadvantaged Australians. for those most at risk in our community; a world that could be caring and It is a proven model that has great reach and through this model we create safer compassionate, something clearly life- and presents an enormous opportunity and more inclusiveness communities. giving, ongoing and structured? What if for governments, the community and people could be creative together and the corporate community to all be part Reclink Australia fulfils these goals experience working in a team? What if of efficiently delivering social impact and we look forward to responding, we could find something that mobilises and addressing community issues rebuilding and reconnecting thousands people and helps them start a new such as; reducing crime, reducing of disadvantaged Australians for a beginning?” substance abuse, improving mental further 25 years.
Peter Cullen AM Reclink Australia Founder
8 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS Research and Evaluation Reclink Australia is In particular the report found: There was a number of significant benefits of a formal cycling program for There was little in the way of appropriate committed to continuous people with disabilities: existing programs: improvement and • 79% of respondents believed a formal • 84% of respondents indicated they cycling program for people with demonstrating the were unaware of any existing formal disabilities would be beneficial within cycling programs for people with impact of our programs their local area; and through evaluation and disabilities. • Respondents believed the proposed That uptake of the program would be targeted research. cycling program would be effective strong: in providing people with disabilities In October 2014 Reclink Australia • 60.5% of respondents believed with additional activities to participate prepared a questionnaire designed to people with a disability would be in within their local community and collect both quantitative and qualitative likely to participate in a formal cycling would provide benefits of inclusion, data, in order to provide an in-depth program with accredited teachers. opportunity and participation. analysis of the current environment of cycling opportunities for people with disabilities within Victoria, as well opinions and recommendations on the design and delivery of a new cycling program. Survey responses were collected from 146 stakeholders including disability organisations, non-profit organisations, local council representatives, state government representative, state sporting associations, and individuals and parents/carers of people with a disability. The report found that there was a significant need for this type of program and that if developed the program would address a number of challenges that are faced by people with disability, their carers and other stakeholders. Transformational Links, Training and Education Reclink Australia believes in The Transformational Links program In conjunction with Sports Medicine identifies suitable Reclink Australia Australia, Reclink Australia broadened its the power of opening doors participants that may benefit from educational training programs to include for people experiencing assistance in the pursuits of a normal life. an AFL Level 1 Sports Trainer course These can be educational, vocational or for participants in the Reclink Football disadvantage, establishing coaching, or simply to assist in obtaining Program, allowing participants to gain a transformational links that some part-time employment. valuable qualification and improve their football training skills. can lead to life-long change. This year Reclink Australia continued with Whether it be mentorship, our Transitional Links program by providing education or employment, a Certificate IV in AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs) training course in partnership with Reclink continues to grow the Australian Institute of Flexible Learning, the range of available a registered training organisation and opportunities to those part of Upper Murray Community Health Services. The course is being conducted participants who are ready in Port Melbourne and currently 15 to take the next step. participants will be accredited this year.
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 9 positive engagement with families, carers Once again throughout the year, we Australian Capital Territory and students. have had strong participation from Our nomination for this award comes organisations supporting people about through our continued support in alcohol and other drug recovery of the Ainslie School via our Monday programs and mental health service workshop program. This year the providers. Our March Community Cup workshop program donated a restored event was attended by over one hundred garden seat and handmade chess board participants represented by seventeen which was raffled at the annual school organisations. fete with the proceeds allocated to the Our community garden programs ‘kids doing it tough’ equity program. continue to provide inner north residents Prior to the seat being transported to with a sense of purpose and great pride the school, workshop participants and in their local neighbourhoods. The Mark Ransome Reclink Australia were congratulated for gardens provide a source of fresh food their efforts by ACT Minister and Attorney despite the unseasonably cold weather General, Mr. Simon Corbell when he conditions encountered early in 2015. Reclink Australia’s outreach programs visited the workshop site in November. and events in the Australian Capital Reclink Australia is extremely grateful for Territory focus on high density housing Minister Corbell commented on the the support of the Australian Red Cross sites in Canberra’s Inner North. The positive impact the workshop program and its participation at our outreach had on participants and on the broader program design is aimed at improving programs and our Run, Roll or Walk ACT community and was extremely personal safety, enhance housing and events. impressed with art works that were physical environment, integrate access produced by our women’s outreach art We extend our thanks to our outreach to services and promote health and well programs. facilitator Rhondda Bell for her being. dedication, creativity, sense of humour We are currently operating the program This year our work in the community has at a temporary location in the ACT Inner and genuine support for people in need been recognised at a number of levels. North. It is Reclink Australia’s vision to in sometimes incredibly challenging situations. We were a finalist in the Family and establish a new and more permanent Community Partnerships Award at the workshop site by October 2015. Reclink Australia is grateful for the 2014 ACT Public Education Excellence Reclink Australia continues to engage support from our key funding body Awards presentation ceremony. This the broader ACT community via our the Justice and Community Safety new category recognises schools monthly Run, Roll and Walk event, held Directorate/ACT Government which and organisations that are achieving at Lake Burley Griffin. Over the previous allows us to deliver the High Density outstanding success through effective five years, we have had over 35 different Housing Safety and Security Project in partnerships with the community and organisations participate in the event. the Australian Capital Territory.
Rebecca irrigation systems on all the garden Management strengthening beds where she lives and has Rebecca’s long term goals regarding Rebecca has been assisted Bega Court residents in the permanent employment. Rebecca is homeless from age 14 and has faced a construction and planting out their now operating her own gardening myriad of challenges garden beds. business. throughout childhood Flow on effects have included Rebecca It is important to note that Rebecca and her adult life. becoming employed part time which is currently assisting teachers and Rebecca, now over 20 years old has has included working at Canberra’s primary age students at the Ainslie become an ACT inner north resident premier gardening event “Floriade” School with their garden project which and engaged with Reclink Australia and recently enrolling and completing is supported by Reclink Australia. a Certificate III Course in Horticulture via one of our neighbourhood garden When approached regarding this at CIT. projects. profile, Rebecca stated “Things are Rebecca’s passion and skills for Ongoing achievements have really falling into place which makes gardening were obvious immediately included achieving her driver’s me stronger and more determined to and with a little support and licence; enrolling and completing achieve my goals, a big thank you to instruction, she has upgraded the a Certificate IV in Small Business Reclink Australia”.
“Things are really falling into place which makes me stronger and more determined to achieve my goals.” – Rebecca, Reclink Australia Participant
10 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS One of the players from the Mental Reclink NT has been supporting the Northern Territory Health Association of Central Australia women’s softball at Yulara since the (MHACA) stated he was inspired by commencement of the championships the Imparja Cup and by Reclink’s TV in 2014. The Southern NT Indigenous advertisement, ‘Raele’s Story’. He has Softball Championships is an important now volunteered to coach beginner’s competition for women and their families cricket and designed a cricket booklet involving five communities across the specifically for Imparja Cup which has NPY region including Docker River, been distributed to other organisations. Yulara, Mutitijulu, Imanpa and Apatula. The annual CAAMA Reclink Grand Final Traditionally Reclink in Alice Springs Series was held at Traeger Park where six has focused primarily on sport and Indigenous football teams took centre recreation programs however with Cathy Farrer stage to play with skill and exceptional support from one of the Elders of ability. A special thanks is extended Ginger Porter we have now established to local radio personality ‘G Man’ for a Cultural Awareness and Arts program It’s been an exciting and rewarding year broadcasting the series live on CAAMA which has gained popularity since its for Reclink Australia and our participants radio to deliver a great day for the introduction. in the Northern Territory. players, spectators and volunteers. Reclink Australia is committed to The Reclink Rebels, our cricket team, Once again we are grateful for the improving and strengthen our programs started off the year by winning the support from students and teachers from in partnership with Indigenous Elders Imparja Men’s Community Cup contest to the benefit of the Indigenous with sheer determination, an amazing Emmanuelle College in Melbourne and communities in which we are privileged result as they had just missed out on Indigenous players from Collingwood to work with. winning the previous year. The player’s Knights Team who travelled to Alice skill shone throughout the competition Springs as part of the Friends of Alice I would like to acknowledge and thank and their win was a testament to their tour, to play against the Clontarf Eagles, everyone who have supported us this commitment to their training over the Corrections All Stars v Reclink Roos and year. Reclink Australia’s work continues course of the year. Amoonguna v Cottage All Stars. as a direct result of your assistance.
Jimmy Jimmy is an initiated Indigenous Jimmy was introduced to Reclink For Jimmy the Reclink program person who grew up in a remote Australia’s activities through a sport “makes my time easy...just community. Jimmy left school at a and recreation officer in gaol. For the concentrating on what you’re doing very young age and now works as a last three years the participant has in here”. The football activity helped stockman sporadically; however, due been regularly involved in a supported to problems with alcohol, he has spent football program. Jimmy remains him to focus on something different, long periods of time incarcerated, he involved with the football program rather than focusing on not being able thinks up to 15 years. even when he has not been gaol. to see his daughter.
“It reassured me that the people aren’t like the stereotypes; that they’re good people. What I heard, on TV, in the newspapers etc, was not reality.” – George, Friends of Alice Participant
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 11 service delivery and build on resources Welcoming new participants regularly, Queensland and infrastructure for the community the Transformers Choir’s weekly in which they provide services. Some rehearsal has been rewarded with the examples of these include: Choir performing at a number of high profile events this year. • Community garden projects predominantly located at services The partnership with Lend Lease which provide emergency relief for continues to evolve with Reclink Australia developing and implementing events people experiencing socio-economic across five development sites in South disadvantage; East Queensland. • Building disability access to gym The Reclink Touch Football and Futsal facilities at a YMCA site; programs continue to operate with Steve Hutchinson • Assisting Police Citizens Youth Club support from our member agencies sites to create new facilities for and the success of our carnival days demonstrate the value of these community use including building Drawing on the inspiration that so many initiatives, with 15 teams participating new playground facilities, refurbishing of our participants provide, Reclink in an Indoor Soccer program and Australia’s Queensland operations have a drop in youth space and building a 22 teams involved in a Touch Football moved in a new direction over the past recording studio; and carnival day. year, a journey that has proven to be • Establishing a purpose built play area We extend our thanks for the successful. for children and young people at a outstanding support we received from The Work Readiness project that disability service and childcare centre. our stakeholders and member agencies. commenced in 2014 has continued to develop beyond all expectations. From humble beginnings under a community hall in inner city Brisbane building musical instruments from recycled materials, creating garden beds from old pallets and rebuilding bicycles Reclink Australia is now operating 9 projects across 7 locations between the across South East Queensland.
The effectiveness of the Reclink Work Readiness model has consistently proven positive employment outcomes for people who often have significant barriers to obtaining work. Whilst the projects are diverse in their deliverable outcomes, all of these initiatives have a core focus of assisting community organisations to build capacity, improve
Zane Through my job provider I needed I got the opportunity to apply for a to attend a work readiness program Bricklaying position and because I had five days a week for five hours a day. completed the certificate III concreting and had the concreting CERT III I got I participated in Reclink’s the job. Certificate III in Concreting at the PCYC Deception Bay. I am now looking at getting an apprenticeship with the company. I loved the course because I had a background in labouring This would never have happened if I and bricklaying. had not done the Cert III through Reclink.
12 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS community connections and support for South Australia individuals seeking employment.
Once again our work would not be possible without the support of our funding organisations: • The Office of Recreation and Sport; • Adelaide City Council; • Mid Murray Council; • Port Adelaide/Enfield Council;
Andy Asser • Murray Bridge Council; and • Mount Barker Council. Reclink in South Australia continues to This year, as in previous years, Reclink look at innovative ways to deliver cost Australia is privileged to have had the effective sport and recreation participation assistance and support of a dedicated opportunities to the most marginalised and band of volunteers. disadvantaged in our community.
The support from our member agencies and community groups is greatly appreciated and has ensured the continued delivery of valued programs. This year Reclink Australia has been able to deliver sport and recreation opportunities that have included; Football, Ten Pin, Golf, Cricket, Fishing, Snorkelling, Surfing, Scuba diving and Swimming. We have also continued Lawn Bowls, Yoga, Self Defence, and Art Therapy in the Hills/Murraylands, Gym and Aqua Aerobics in the South, Fencing in Murray Bridge, 8 Ball Challenge in the north and Yoga in the city. Reclink South Australia began planning for the introduction of a number of Work Readiness programs and we are looking forward to developing stronger
Lorenzo I have been involved in Reclink activities associated with and I can’t thank you for the past 5 years. I first connected enough for all the help and friendship with Reclink when I joined the football you have given me. competition as a member of the Archway Lions, a team that competed in From the footie I became part of the the first Reclink Grand Final. Watersports program and did surfing and also joined the snorkel program. Since then I have dealt with confronting my personal issues and I completed my training as an open have rebuilt my life through the support water scuba diver. I am currently and engagement with Reclink. Reclink working as the head chef for a large are the best bunch of people I have Adelaide retirement home and have ever been lucky enough to have been re-established my career.
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 13 Sydney
The Resilience Film Challenge and the Reclink Kaleidoscope Art Festival are growing from strength to strength, annually showcasing the artistic talents of over 100 people experiencing disadvantage. Each piece of art work and film clip portrayed the observations, stories and life experiences of those living on the street and were exhibited to the general public.
The delivery of our sport and recreation programs as well as our high profile arts programs could not have occurred if it were not for the outstanding support from our many talented volunteers and our dedicated member agencies. Reclink Australia extends our sincere appreciation to all those who contributed to making our Sydney events and programs a success.
The annual Beat-the-Blues Walk and Festival of Sport events was well attended thanks to the enthusiasm and passion from our volunteer coordinators. A range of other programs were also conducted including water aerobics, ten pin bowling, bush walking, eight ball, swimming and a touch football tournament.
14 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS following sport and recreation programs Tasmania for people experiencing disadvantage: • Swimming at the Hobart Aquatic Centre; • Weekly Golf at Rosny Park; • Sailing at King Pier Marina; and • Accessing tickets through the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra. Reclink Australia extends our sincere appreciation to Mr Andrew Wilkie Peter Cullen AM MP, Independent Federal Member for Denison, calling for the reinstatement of Thanks to the ongoing support from our Commonwealth funding for the Reclink committed volunteers and our enduring National Program. partnerships with member organisations Reclink Australia’s sport and recreation programs have had a continued presence in Tasmania.
The annual Reclink Tasmanian Youth Football League is a highlight bringing together football teams from four schools across South East Tasmania to play in a grand final series at the North Hobart Football Oval. Commentated by local personality, Knocker Knowles, the event with all its thrills is an amazing day where boys and girls combined to play in mixed gender teams. Interest in this grass roots competition is growing and it is encouraging that the profile of this program is increasing with community support.
The Southern Midland Council continues to be a valued supporter since the league’s inception eight years ago. Greg Hunt, a staff member from the Southern Midland Council has been the driving force but sadly passed away. To honour Greg’s outstanding support and leadership in coordinating the Reclink Tasmanian Youth Football League, Reclink Australia has named the medal for the Best Player in the Grand Final in Greg Hunt’s honour.
In addition, Relink Australia in partnership with member agencies delivers the
“Reclink Australia helps give me structure and I know my team there for me if I am hurting.”
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 15 The AAA Play services has made Our volunteers have been an integral Victoria substantial gains in increasing part of our sport, recreation and awareness of sport and recreation arts programs and to strengthen our participation opportunities and currently engagement of volunteers Reclink the AAA play website is registering 700 Australia has become member of to 800 unique visitors per month. An Volunteering Victoria to ensure policies evaluation report of the AAA Play service and practices are consistent best is being finalised by Victoria University. practice standards. Reclink Australia has introduced Reclink has a well-developed volunteer sport activities such as Skateboarding engagement program for corporates, and Football in both the Eastern including Holden GMH, GE Money, Australia Post and Bendigo Bank, and Southern Metropolitan areas in education institutions Swinburne partnership with member agencies University, Victoria University and local and various service providers. Joe Rotella community. The number of volunteer Reclink activities aim to have people enquiries for Reclink Australia programs experiencing disadvantage transition into in Victoria has increased in the period During the 2014-15 year Reclink mainstream services and to this end we 1 January 2015-June 2015. Annually Australia has successfully achieved our continue to promote and support people Reclink engages over 400 active participation targets in the majority of to become involved with mainstream volunteers in a range of sport and planned sport and recreation activities sporting clubs, associations and leisure recreation activities in Victoria. by introducing targeted activities in facilities including Maribyrnong Aquatic Melbourne CDB such as Aussie Rules Centre, Melbourne City Baths, and and skateboarding as well as identifying Fitzroy Bowls Club. sports clubs and facilities in Dandenong and Frankston areas. Reclink Australia extends our sincere appreciation to all State Sporting To progress of our commitment to Associations [SSA’s], Sports Club and creating participation opportunities for Leisure Centres for their continued people with a disability Reclink Australia support. Our strong working has undertaken a comprehensive relationships with SSA’s including AFL, consultation process and a sample Cycling Victoria, Cricket Victoria, Netball survey of people with disability and Victoria, Surfing Victoria, and Basketball services provides in the development Victoria to name but few has provided of the TryCycling initiate, a partnership numerous opportunities for people with Cycling Victoria to introduce cycling experiencing disadvantage to gain the participation opportunities to people benefits of participation in a sport which with a disability across Victoria. they value. We are also grateful to all the Local Government Councils in the In 2014-15 Reclink became member greater Melbourne Metropolitan area of National Disability Services and has for promoting the Access for All Abilities been meeting on a regular basis with First Point of Call Service through their the NDS State Manager to promote AAA websites and simplifying the pathway for Play initiative. In late 2014 AAA Play people with disability to gain access to held an information/display stand at the information regarding the Access for All annual Victorian NDS State Conference. Abilities program.
Raeles It’s just like I know I can hit you, come on give me a faster ball. I didn’t actually have any family around me when I was a young girl. It’s just a sense of pride that you’ve worked hard for your whole team. It’s I was a state ward child and all I not about you, it’s about your whole wanted to do was to just get out there team. It’s the only day I look forward and enjoy life and have a bit of fun to in the week is to come down here and feel like I belonged to something. and just be able to play cricket and Reclink is a supportive organisation be accepted. aimed at people with disabilities Reclink’s programs provide Raeles or mental health issues, drug and with a sense of belonging, the alcohol problems, things like that. chance to prove to herself and her For me facing a ball, it’s just heaven. commitment to her team.
16 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS because they may be experiencing Reclink Basketball and Reclink Volleyball Western Australia or recovering from substance abuse, programs which were held over a 10 addictions, homelessness, domestic week period. violence and also those who have been clinically diagnosed with a mental illness, While the results for year have been living in supported accommodation. outstanding, it is disappointing to note that combined the loss of Federal funding In the past twelve months Reclink for the Reclink National Program and Australia: the loss of funding from the WA Sport • Established partnerships with SSA’s and Recreation Department has reduced and local sport and recreation the number of Reclink programs offered facilities to increase participation to people experiencing disadvantage of the target group in a range and our member agencies. Reclink will of inclusive sport and recreation continue work with member agencies Andrew Joske services, programs and competitions; and WA Sport and Recreation to develop a sustainable program for Western • Increased the number and range Australia. In 2014-15 Reclink achieved improved of sport and recreation programs participation rates for each sport over inclusive of the target group; We extend our gratitude to WA Sport the 12 month period. A total of 1497 and Recreation for the funding provided • Increased the number of Reclink participations were achieved across the through the Headstart into Activity five newly introduced sports, more than participants transitioning to community sport and recreation project. Reclink Australia thanks Andrew triple the target of 300 set in the key Joske for his commitment, enthusiasm results schedule. programs/clubs through Reclink’s transformational links model; and and drive in delivering Reclink programs Reclink Australia worked closely with in partnership with member organisations over 70 communities agencies to • Established partnerships with and wish him all the best for his future deliver targeted sport and recreation universities to develop volunteering endeavours. participation opportunities to people who opportunities for students in program are at risk of mental health problems delivery. We extended our sincere appreciation to State Sporting Associations and mental health service providers who worked with Reclink Australia to identify sport and recreation opportunities for participants who are ready to make the transition from Reclink competitions to community sport and recreation programs or clubs in the metropolitan area. We are privileged to have the support of our 23 volunteers who assist in delivering the Reclink programs, including the State Reports
State Members Activities Participants
ACT 2 381 3282
NSW 12 186 1680
NT 18 559 5181
QLD 75 468 25565
SA 44 1052 9562
TAS 24 316 840
VIC 120 699 10995
WA 65 194 1497
TOTAL 360 3855 58602
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 17 AAA Play continues to play a crucial role in connecting people with Disability with sporting and recreation opportunities.
After rebranding in 2014, Access for All Abilities Play (AAA Play) continues to improve the image of the service to the public, increase awareness and enhance performance outcomes. As a result of the implementation of an effective marketing strategy, AAA Play has improved the image of the service to the public, continued to increase awareness of AAA Play and AAA funded organisations, and enhanced performance outcomes. Targeted marketing activities have directly engaged individuals with disabilities (young people), the carers and parents of people with disabilities, and professionals within the disability sector to enhance performance outcomes, particularly specialist schools and rehabilitation centres/hospitals.
In summary, AAA Play has individually assisted over 274 (120 in June 2014) people via telephone and email enquiries, and lists over 356 (168 in June 2014) participation opportunities across Melbourne. The AAA Play website has had 12,319 unique individuals’ access information directly from the aaavic.org.au website since the website launch, 20,197 total visits to the website and 46,341 page views since the website launch in December 2013; we have witnessed increasing trends across all website analytics overtime, a trend that is expected to continue. This indicates that the rebranding strategy that was implemented in mid-2014, along with activities conducted during the 2014-2015 financial year regarding marketing, promotions and relationship building, have been successful, reflecting AAA Play’s aims and objectives.
18 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS Figure 1: Monthly website visits
5000
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3000 Page Views
2000 Total Visits
1000 Unique Visitors
0 Jul-14 Jun-14 Jun-15 Apr-14 Apr-15 Jan-14 Jan-15 Oct-14 Feb-14 Feb-15 Sep-14 Dec-13 Dec-14 Mar-14 Mar-15 Aug-14 Nov-14 May-14 May-15
Figure 2: Users of AAA Play website
24%
76%
Returning visitor New visitor
Figure 3: Gender of AAA Play website users
38% 62%
Male Female
Figure 4: Enquirer Type
11%
44%44% 45%
Parent/Carer Case Manager/Support Worker Individual
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 19 Art Programs
Together We Are The Transformers This year we saw the culmination One pleasant episode during the year February and through natural attrition of months of preparation for the was a visit from Mark who is involved we had lost a few members and had a Queensland Choral sound in which the in a similar choir in England, the Choir group of brand new members. So we all Transformers preformed as headliners With No Name. He was very impressed had to work together to be up to speed. at the Courier-Mail Piazza, performing with the way our choir operated and we The event was a big success and the three new original songs with a 60 piece exchanged recording. choir was once again very well received. choir of volunteers. The end of the year saw our musical With a new conductor and an almost We welcomed a few new members conductor, Kiri leaving to pursue other new choir much of the first half of 2015 and set our sights on the International endeavours. Luckily Kiri suggested was spent consolidating the new line-up Disability Day celebrations at the State Rosalind Perry who was available, and working towards new songs and Library of Queensland in December. enthusiastic and has proven to be a new arrangements in the lead up to Although well prepared and looking wonderful choice. performances in September (Brisbane forward to this event it was sadly Starting the New Year was quite a Square Library as part of Disability postponed after freak storms damaged challenge for Rosalind as the Library Week) and October (Sanity Fair as part the building. event was re-scheduled for early of Mental Health Week).
20 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS Reclink Art Therapy Program The Reclink Art Therapy remains a A variety of art mediums are explored engage and assist individuals to get popular program for people aged 16 by participants including paints, pastels, started, while being encouraged by a and over. Facilitated by a qualified Art clay, sand, collage, writing, music, sense of wellbeing within the group. Therapist the program runs throughout sound and movement. The program is People attending the Reclink Art Therapy the school terms. an open group where participants are welcome to drop in once initial contact program have commented the sessions Delivered in Hastings, the Reclink Art has been made with the facilitator and are engaging and relaxing, a time to Therapy program offers participants registered as an attendee. breathe out, get in touch with oneself, opportunities to explore a sense of be spontaneous, explore mediums of The therapeutic process works on wellbeing through creative expression themes raised by the participants and/ the arts without judgement and discover and provides a stimulating, nurturing or facilitator on the day or from the shape form and colour. A time of free and spontaneous environment that previous week. Through a person expression, creatively, emotionally, promotes understanding, relaxation centred approach the Art Therapist physically, socially, personally in a safe and social connection. facilitates the processes of arts to and friendly space.
Showcasing Hidden Stories of Disadvantage Reclink in collaboration with St Vincent The project showcases the hidden engagement for early intervention and de Paul Society NSW presented talent and stories of those within as a referral point for individuals at risk the City of Sydney, seen from the the Resilience Film Challenge. The of falling into homelessness or further perspective of those most at risk who project aims to assist people from disadvantage within the community. disadvantaged backgrounds to may be experiencing homelessness, disadvantage or marginalisation. creatively engage in the community by Reclink Australia is proud to be involved participating in a filmmaking course that It provides a recovery focus to promote in such a creative and innovative teaches them how to tell a story, shoot social inclusion, and acts as a tool of program. footage, and edit a movie to create a short film. The project is a 5 day challenge concluding with a screening and awards night at Dendy Cinema, Sydney. Each film must present the specified subject, word or theme, and is no longer than 5 minutes duration.
“I enjoy the group environment. I find it relaxing time to work through my thoughts.”
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 21 Work Readiness – A pathway to employment In 2014, Reclink piloted The programs, now operating across a work readiness project 7 sites in South-East Queensland enables participants to learn general based at our Spring Hill woodworking skills, basic carpentry, Shed program in Brisbane. furniture building and restoration, This project was funded as building musical instruments, rebuilding a work experience program bicycles, in addition to having access through the Department of to a computer lab for job seeking, basketball and tennis court. Employment as part of the Australian Government The future vision of this project Work for the Dole initiative. is to establish social enterprises providing gardening, landscaping Reclink Australia is committed to and mowing services at affordable delivering work readiness programs prices to community organisations and that focus on assisting participants to individuals, particularly targeted towards develop work skills which contribute to pensioners and people on a disability each job seeker’s future employability. support payment. The Reclink work readiness program incorporates structure and routine to This will create sustainable employment emulate a workplace and activities are pathways for people engaged in this conducted in a group environment to program whilst also making a positive enable participants to develop positive contribution to regions in which these interpersonal interactions. programs operate.
22 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS Events, Fundraising and Volunteers To generate revenue to support the organisation’s sports and arts programs, Reclink Australia delivers a number of community events throughout the year.
Melbourne Reclink together to play their form of Aussie difference to lives of the neediest in our rules football. community; programs that foster self- Community Cup confidence, fight isolation, develop skills Families, music fans, half-time kick-to- “celebrating 21 years kick, and theatrics galore including two and establish connections and lasting of grass roots football skydivers who delivered the ball pre friendships. and live music”. coin-toss to Hon Anthony Albanese MP This year the public were entertained who then handed it onto Umpire Brian by Ally Spazzy’s Kiddyrock & The Cool Nankervis to kick the game off, made for Bananas with loads of children enjoying After 21 years the Reclink Community a very colourful day. their performance and local acts Pearls, Cup continues to capture our Reclink Australia is privileged to have Adalita, The Public Opinion Afro imagination, and for die-hard fans it’s the support from local members of Orchestra. Post-match saw Graveyard the match that stops the city. parliament, Hon Michael Danby MP, Train perform a blistering live set. This iconic Melbourne event with its Member for Melbourne Ports for his It is with great thanks that Reclink unique blend of grass roots footy, half outstanding contribution to the event Australia acknowledges the support time kick-to-kick on the oval and live over many years, Hon Martin Foley MP, of our partners including Triple R performances by some of Melbourne’s for tossing the coin, and Senator Janet 102.7FM, PBS 106.7 FM, the Cup’s most talented bands and musicians is Rice for presenting the Cup. Organising Committee, the Cup’s without peer. The Reclink Community For Reclink it’s the one day in the founder Jason “Evo” Evans and all our Cup its rules and culture are made by year when community radio sector generous sponsors and suppliers. To the people, strongly embedded in its early and local musicians band together Megahertz, Rockdogs and artists and beginnings all those years ago when to help raise much needed funds to bands who donate their time, thanks for a band of friends, local musicians and enable us to deliver sport, recreation “Feelin Kinda Sporty” and turning up to radio football wannabees gathered and arts programs that make a huge play your best.
Key Events Reclink Community Cup – Melbourne and Sydney Reclink National Paddle Series – Sorrento, Geelong, Sydney Frank Galbally Cup – Melbourne and Brisbane Reclink Australia Football Series Reclink CAAMA Football Finals – Alice Springs Peter Cullen Medal – Melbourne Kaleidoscope Art Festival – Sydney Reclink Tasmanian Youth Football Series Resilience Film Challenge – Sydney
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 23 Sydney Reclink Community Cup Under ominous grey Sydney skies, 2014 proved once again that the Sydney Reclink Community Cup is continuing to become a feature in the Sydney social calendar with over 900 people attending the event to see a colourful grass roots football match and in the process raise funds for Reclink programs in Sydney. The Western Walers, joined this year by the Hon Anthony Albanese MP, took on the Sydney Sailors who continued their winning streak to overcome the gallant Walers. Our sincere gratitude goes to Adam Yee, 2SER 107.3, FBi Radio, the Music, our generous sponsors and supporters and all our loyal volunteers for supporting this annual event.
Frank Galbally Cup Annually the legal fraternity in Melbourne continue to support Reclink Australia through participation in the Frank Galbally Cup, a football match between Solicitors and Barristers. Now in its ninth year, the Frank Galbally Cup was once again a triumph of enthusiasm over skill. The winner on the day was clearly Reclink Australia with much needed funds being raised for the organisation. Reclink Australia would like to thank the tireless efforts of the Frank Galbally organising committee and in particular Hayden Legro who’s support is integral to the success of the day.
24 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS Peter Cullen Medal The Peter Cullen Medal, named in honour of Reclink Australia’s founder, is a celebration of the skill, commitment and camaraderie displayed throughout the Reclink Football Series program. The series engages over 650 participants from disadvantaged backgrounds. This year more than 200 players and coaches attended the lunch, which was hosted by the Collingwood Football Club. With 1116 SEN radio personality Graham ‘Smokey’ Dawson as Master of Ceremonies, Collingwood coach and Brownlow Medallist, Nathan Buckley attended the event to acknowledge everyone involved in the program.
Reclink National Paddle Series Held at four idyllic beachside locations across Australia, the Reclink National Paddle Series is an opportunity to participate in water activity using a range of water craft whilst raising funds to support Reclink Australia’s sport and art programs. Each event has a unique course distance suitable for both the novice and experienced paddler and all types of paddle craft are welcome. This year we welcomed Heath Meldrum as the series ambassador. Over 248 entrants took part in the series, held at Sorrento and Eastern Beach Geelong, Spit Bridge Sydney and Suttons Beach Redcliffe, on various craft including canoes, kayaks, double kayaks, stand up paddle boards and surf skis. We extend our sincere appreciation to Nick and Virginia Cable for their outstanding support and the many volunteers across Australia who assist in the events.
Reclink Volunteers The work that Reclink Australia With over 700 active volunteers Reclink undertakes would simply not be Australia is grateful for their combined possible without the support of our assistance in helping deliver our major hundreds of loyal and talented events and support the diverse range volunteers. From administrative of sport, recreation and arts programs support, to assisting with events and across Australia. programs and acting as ambassadors Reclink Australia would also like to and advocates of Reclink Australia, acknowledge the invaluable contribution volunteers are vital to the success of Rose Cicero, Membership through corporate volunteering made our programs across Australia. and Administration (volunteer) by GE Capital and General Motors.
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 25 Our Activities Reclink Australia, in partnership with our member agencies and support from our strategic partners and supporters, has offered the following activities to disadvantaged communities throughout Australia. The ‘whole of community’ approach empowers our member agencies to determine which activities are needed in their community. Local knowledge drives our response to local needs.
Activities Aerobics Croquet Mini golf Snorkelling Archery Darts Outdoor adventure Soccer Aqua aerobics Diving Rage Cage Soccer Squash Aqua program Fishing Resistance training Steady steps classes Badminton Futsal Rock climbing Supa golf Ballroom dancing Go carting Roller blading Surfing Basketball Golf Run, Walk, Roll Swimming Bike riding Group fitness Running Table tennis Blind soccer Gym Salsa and Taekwondo BMX Hip hop dance Latin dancing Tennis Bocce Horse riding Sailing Tenpin bowling Boxing In Skateboarding Scooter competitions Volleyball Bush walking Indoor beach volleyball Scooters Walking group Cardio fitness and weights Indoor cricket Scuba diving Wheelchair basketball Circuit Kayaking Skating Wheelchair dancing
26 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS Social, Cultural and Educational Arts Aquarium outing Airbrush art Avenue Community Art therapy – neighbourhood chats Art workshops Ballroom dancing Book club Christmas in July Contemporary dance Circus Oz Contemporary Visual Community BBQ Art Workshop Community Christmas Party Crochet Community gardening Down the Avenue Craft group – Over 55s Art Exhibition Deadly Outdoor Drama group Adventure Group Drumming Easter community BBQ Guitar course Environmental park outing Instrument making Furniture making Knit and yarn International Rules match Knitting Kids day out Sports Leagues Music group Line dancing 8 Ball Photography Masters Exhibition – National Australian football (AFL) Public arts Gallery Victoria Ainslie Basketball Samba Drumming Circle Men’s shed program Cricket Sewing and craft Movie day Lawn bowls Storytelling Muldark theatre production League tag (touch football) Street art National Gallery Victoria Soccer Street orchestra Picnic in the Park Softball Urban Encounters (Aboriginal Observation Deck visit Tenpin bowling Arts and Music Group) Wii Volleyball Writers circle Zoo trip
Women’s Activities Baking Beading Health and Wellbeing Choirs Belly dancing Boot camp Central Australian Acupuncture Indigenous Women’s Choir Chiropractic Boxing and self defence – Alice Springs Cooking club Car Maintenance Choice Voices – Bendigo Kanangra Court Gardening Circus workshops Project Choir of High Hopes Creative arts – Hobart Massage High Tea luncheon Starlight Hotel Choir Planting for pizzas Jewellery making workshops – Fremantle Qigong The Big Sing – Melbourne Sahaja meditation Make up session The Rocky Road Choir Self defence Music therapy – Outer East Nutrition The Transformers – Brisbane Stretch and relaxation Under the Lamp Post Tai Chi Pamper day – Adelaide Yoga Zumba
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 27 Queensland Our Members Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander With 360 health, welfare and community organisations currently Community Health Service Brisbane Ltd – Healing Centre engaged with Reclink Australia’s program, Reclink Australia ACCES Services Inc. continues to play a critical role in the community sector in Access Community Services ensuring that individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds are Alara Association provided with participation opportunities. Anam Cara – Centacare Membership to Reclink Australia provides community ARAFMI – KUI organisations with the following benefits: Australian Red Cross – Jeay’s Street Community Centre • Low cost access to sport and arts activities; Bayside Initiatives Group Inc. • Opportunities to introduce new sport and arts activities for – Recovery and Recreation Centre disadvantaged communities where there is an identified need; Beenleigh Special School • Networking with other organisations targeting people Boystown – Youth Connections experiencing disadvantage; and Carers Link Caxton Legal Centre • Assisting disadvantaged communities to integrate into – Generalist Social Work mainstream community based activities through our Cays Connect Transformational Links program. Centacare – Amelia House Services – Belmont Respite We would like to acknowledge the contribution of the following Centacare Community Support Services organisations: – Resident Support Program Centacare South West Brisbane Australian Capital Territory Northern Territory – Community Options Project ACT Health – Health Promotion Branch Anglicare Cerebral Palsy League – Support in the – Healthy Communities Initiative Bushmob Inc. Community – Metro North Canberra Mens Centre Casa Central Australia Inc. Communify QLD Central Australian Aboriginal Alcohol Community Learning Ltd New South Wales Programs Unit (CAAAPU) – Jabiru Community College Crestmead PCYC Anglicare – PHaMs Central Australian Aboriginal Congress – Healthy Lifestyle and Smoking Deception Bay PCYC CatholicCare – Personal Helpers and Cessation Program Mentors Program Drug Arm Australasia Central Australian Aboriginal Congress Mission Australia – Sydney Centre – Ingkintja FIRST (Foundation for Independence, Recreation and Social Training) Neami Pagewood Centralian Middle School – Learning Footprints in Brisbane Inc. New Horizons – Thornleigh Mental Hub Health Respite Program Centralian Senior College Fortitude Valley PCYC New Horizons Enterprises Limited Clontarf Foundation – Central Region HAND – Centacare Learning and Leisure – PHaMs DASA – Drug and Alcohol Services Hands on Art Richmond PRA – Buckingham House Association – Alcohol and Drug Detox Hills District PCYC and Rehab St. Vincent de Paul Society House With No Steps – Ozanam Learning Centre Gap Youth Centre – Post School Services and Respite – Matthew Talbot Hostel Life Without Barriers HYPAR Ptd Ltd The Haymarket Centre Mental Health Association of Central Inner North Brisbane Mental Health Australia (MHACA) – Day to Day Living Pro-Social Activities Service – Resource Team Program The Salvation Army – Foster House Intercept Youth and Family Service Mission Australia – PHaM’s Program The Salvation Army – Samaritan Services Ipswich City Council Ngaanyatjarra Pitjantjatjarra The Wayside Chapel Yankunytjatjara (NPY) Women’s Council Ipswich PCYC – Day-To-Day Living – Youth Program Jabiru Community Services Vincentian House Team Health – Breakway Jacaranda Clubhouse – Matthew Talbot Homeless Services The Salvation Army Kingfisher Adult Learning Programs Wesley Mission – Edward Eager Lodge The Smith Family – Girls at the Centre (KALP)
28 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS Kingston East Neighbourhood Group The Salvation Army Youth Outreach Life Without Barriers Inc. (KENG) Service – Homelessness and Disability Lands Community Services – Outreach The Spot Community Services Mental Illness Fellowship of SA Logan City Council – Sport and W.W.I.L.D-SVP Association Inc. – Activity Program – Panangga Recreation West End Family Care Services Inc. Mental Illness Fellowship SA Inc. Logan East Community Neighbourhood Workscope Inc. Mind Australia – Burnside HASP Association Inc. YMCA of Brisbane Mount Barker Uniting Church Logan-Beaudesert Mental Health Service – Hungry No More Youth and Family Service (Logan City) Mental Illness Fellowship of Queensland Inc. – YFS Murray Mallee GP Network – – Hub House and other Brisbane Murraylands Headspace Youth Housing Project Association Inc. Services (YHP) Neami Ltd – Health and Fitness Mercy Disability Services Neami Ltd – IPRSS – Community Respite South Australia Northern Mental Health – The Gully Mercy Family Services ACH Group – Social Links East OARS Community Transitions, Micah Projects Inc. Supportive Accommodation Services – Forgotten Australian Support Services ACH Group, Health and Community Services, Social Links North Snorkel Safari Adelaide Micah Projects Inc. St. John’s Youth Services – The Hive Social Inclusion Team Aged Homeless Assistance Program – Homelessness Strategy Housing SA – Ladder St. Vincent Street Micah Projects Inc. St. Vincent de Paul Society Inc. – Forgotten Australian Support Services Anglicare – Regency, SRF/Boarding House – Vincentian Centre Multicultural Development Association Anglicare SA – Site 197 Uniting Care Wesley Adelaide Multilink Community Services Inc. – Kuitpo Community Baptist Care Murri Watch ATSI Corporation – Westcare Karpandi Arts Centre Uniting Care Wesley Port Adelaide – Bowman Johnson Hostel – Family and Support Services Baptist Care – Refugee Services Neami – PHaMS Uniting Communities – Byron Place British Sub Aqua Club (BSAC) New Farm Neighbourhood Centre Unity Housing Company Catherine House Inc. – Sagamartha North East Community Support Group YMCA Adelaide Hills Recreation Centre Centacare – Murray Bridge Inc. City of Onkaparinga Northside Mental Health Service – Care and Share and Happy Wanderers Tasmania – Queensland Health – Recovery and Able Australia Rehabilitation Service City of Port Adelaide, Enfield – SRF Project Anglicare Tasmania – Personal Helpers Nundah Community Support Group Inc. CLASS – Day Options South Coast and Mentors Program (PHaMs) Orana Youth Shelter Aspire – A Pathway to Mental Health Inc. – Queensland Baptist Care Coastlands Care – Love Adelaide Common Ground Adelaide Bethlehem House – Homeless Men’s Ostara Assistance Centre Incorporated Ozcare – Mozart Community Bridging Services – Jobnet Employment Program Brighton Council Pine Rivers PCYC – Sport and Recreation Community Living and Support Services Queensland Health – Bayside Mental (CLASS) – Southern Metro Day Options Choir of High Hopes, Hobart Inc. Health: Metro South Community Living and Support Services Colony 47 – Eureka Clubhouse Queensland Health Inc. (CLASS) – Day Services Common Ground Tasmania (CGT) – Transitional Housing Team Disability Services – Central Adelaide Community Corrections Queensland Injectors Health Network District Council of Mount Barker Cosmos Inc. Red Cross Employment Services Drug and Alcohol Services – Department of Health and Human – Disability Employment Network The Woolshed Services – Pulse Youth Health Centre Redcliffe PCYC – QPCYWA Eastern Mental Health Service Department of Health and Human Royal Children’s Hospital, Child and Youth – Club 68 – Clinical Psychosocial Services – Alcohol and Drug Service Mental Health Service – Nundah Cottages Rehabilitation Program (South) SeQual Association Inc. Hills Community Options Inc. Glamorgan Spring Bay Council The Chermside and District Senior – Disability Support Service Goodwood Community Centre Citizens Centre Inc. – Burnie Brae Hutt Street Centre Hobart City Council – Youth Programs Centre Ink Pot Arts Inc. Jordan River Learning Federation The Community Place Life Without Barriers – Support, Advice and Mentoring (SAM) The Lodge Youth Support Service Inc. – Country South Services Project
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 29 Jordan River Services Inc. Department of Human Services Ngwala Willumbong Co-op. Ltd. – Gagebrook and Bridgewater – Disability Services – Grampians Region – Galiamble and Winja Uhupna Community Centres Doutta Galla CHS North Western Mental Health Kingborough Council – Arion Prevention and Recovery Centre – Adult Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit Mental Health Services EACH North Yarra Community Health Migrant Resource Centre (Southern Eastern Access Community Health – Innerspace – Next Door Primary Health Tasmania) Inc. – Frail Aged Programs – Halcyon PDRSS Odyssey House Victoria Migrant Resource Centre (Southern Eastern Access Community Health Tasmanian) Inc. – Youth Program – Lifeworks OZ Child – Counselling and Family Solutions Montrose Bay High School Eastern Access Community Health – Big Picture, Department of Education – Rivendell Peninsula Health – PenDAP – SHARPS NSP Moonah Arts Centre (Glenorchy City Eastern Access Community Health Council) – Supporting Connections Port Melbourne Neighbourhood House New Town High School Eastern Health – Canterbury Rd CCU Preston Reservoir Adult Community – Learning Centre Education – Youth Programs Eastern Health – Maroondah CCU/ Oak Enterprises (T/A Oak Tasmania) MSTS Rehab Shore Program Radius Pittwater Community Centre Eastern Regions Mental Health Rosebud Police Special Olympics Australia Association – Southern Peninsula Swans Tasman District School Golden City Support Services Inc. Sacred Heart Mission – CreateAbility Events Network Tasmanian Association of Police and Scope Loddon Mallee (Golden North) Community Youth Clubs Inc. Homeground Services – Adult Services – Hobart Police and Community Youth – Recreation Program Scottsdale P.D.R.S.S. Club Inc. Impact Support Services – Opening Doors/Prahran Mission Teen Challenge Tasmania Inc. Inner East Community Health Service Self Help for Addiction Resource Centre – Live Free Tassie – Boroondara Centre (SHARC) – Recovery Support Services The Parkside Foundation Inner South Community Health Service St. John of God Hospital, Ballarat – Community Access – Bloomsbury House Dual Diagnosis Inner West Area Mental Health Service The Salvation Army Support and – Mobile Support Treatment Team Housing – Re-Integration for Ex (MSTT) St. Luke’s Anglicare Offenders (REO) – Mental Health Program Inner West Area Mental Health Service – The Smith Family – Learning for Life Norfolk Terrace – Community Care Unit St. Luke’s Anglicare – Youth Central Tolosa St. Respite and Rehab Services ISIS Primary Care St. Luke’s Anglicare, Castlemaine – Group Program Veranto – Oakdale Lodge Karingal – KABLE St. Mark’s Community Centre Veranto Lifestyle Assistance Kew Neighbourhood Learning Centre – Transition to Retirement – Sport and Rec. – Inclusive Communities Program Whitelion – Mentoring South St. Mary’s House of Welcome Latitude St. Vincent de Paul Aged Care and – Directions for Young People Inc. Community Services – Ozanam Victoria Malmsbury Youth Justice Centre Community Centre (OCC) ACSO – Australian Community Support Melbourne City Mission St. Vincent de Paul – Quin House Organisation – Specialist Mental Health – Melbourne Academy Services (SS) St. Vincent’s Prague House Mental Illness Fellowship of Victoria Stewart Lodge SRS Alfred Psychiatry – PARC (Prevention and Recovery Care) Taskforce Community Agency arbias – Community Programs Mental Illness Fellowship Victoria – ASTERIA Services Inc. Carer Respite – Specialist Family Support The Big Issue – Community Street Soccer Program Ballarat and District Aboriginal Mental Illness Fellowship Victoria Co‑operative Ltd – Mulberry House Day Program The Salvation Army – Adult Services – The Open Door – Adult Service Network – Innovations/No Quick Fix Mental Illness Fellowship Victoria Bayview House – Mental Health Clinic – TJ’s Day Program The Salvation Army – Brunswick Community Program Blind Sports Victoria Neami – Blackburn The Salvation Army Brotherhood of St. Laurence – Coolibah Neami – Fairfield – Community Aged Care Program CHSA Sports Central Neami – Neami North East The Salvation Army CREATE Wyndham Neami (Whittlesea) – Community Outreach Services Dame Pattie Menzies Centre Inc. Neami Briar Hill The Salvation Army – Eastcare
30 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS The Salvation Army City of Cockburn Ruah Community Services – Flagstaff Crisis Accommodation – Rec Development Office – Independent Supported – Recreation Program Explore Leisure Accommodation ISASO The Salvation Army – Flagstaff Outreach Fremantle Multicultural Centre Inc. Ruah Community Services The Salvation Army – Foley House Graylands Hospital – North Metro Area – Inreach North The Salvation Army Health Service, Mental Health – SANS Intensive Outreach Support Ruah Community Services Inclusion WA – Inreach Program The Salvation Army – Support in Public Housing Program Interchange – Gosnells Ruah Community Services The Salvation Army – The Anchorage Interchange Inc. – Intensive The Salvation Army – The Basin Centre June O’Connor Centre – Activity Ruah Community Services Program The Salvation Army Bridge Program – Ruah Inreach – Inner City – Bendigo (Alcohol and Other Drug June O’Connor Centre Inc. Subiaco Ruah Community Services Services) Life Without Barriers – Ruah Inreach, Fremantle The Salvation Army Crisis Services – Disability and Mental Health Respite Southern Cross Care – Youth and Family Services Life Without Barriers The Wellington Collingwood Inc. – ICLS Community Living Strategy – Community Options UB Tec (University of Ballarat) – VCAL Life Without Barriers – Migration Services St. Bartholomew’s House Vincentcare, Victoria – Ozanam House Life Without Barriers – Ngaiti House – Aged Care Program VISTA Community Support Mental Illness Fellowship of WA Inc. St. Bartholomew’s House WEAC – Tandana Place (MIFWA) – Appleton Support Services Werribee Mercy Mental Health Mental Illness Fellowship of WA Inc. St. Bartholomew’s House – CSRU – Community Care Unit (MIFWA) – Early Intervention Recovery Sunflower Villas Program (EIRP) Whitelion Inc. – Bundji Bundji St. Bartholomew’s House, Mental Health Mental Illness Fellowship of WA Inc. Windana Support Services – Arnott Villas (MIFWA) – Lorikeet Centre Rehabilitation Wintringham Program St. Bartholomew’s House, Mental Health Wintringham – Dandenong Mental Illness Fellowship of WA Inc. Support Services – Bentley Villas Wintringham (MIFWA) – Parent Peer Support Program St. Bartholomew’s House, Mental Health – Housing and Rooming House Program Mental Illness Fellowship of WA Inc. Support Services – Swan Villas Wintringham – McLean Lodge Hostel (MIFWA) – Well Ways and Carer Support The Centre for Cerebral Palsy Wintringham – PAG Central City Program – Community Access Wintringham – Williamstown Hostel Mission Australia – DAYS – Detox Unit The Halo Leadership Development Youth Substance Abuse Service Mission Australia Agency Inc. (YSAS) – City North West – Drug and Alcohol Youth Service Youth Substance Abuse Service – DAYS The Salvation Army (YSAS) – Bendigo Mission Australia – YASS – Crossroads West, TSS – Rec Program Youth Substance Abuse Services Osborne Adult Community Mental The Salvation Army (YSAS) – Birribi Health Services – Men’s Homelessness Services Passages Transition and Integration Services Western Australia Perth Home Care Services Uniting Care West 55 Central Inc. Port School – Homeless Accommodation and Alma Street Centre (ASC) Fremantle Richmond Fellowship – East Fremantle Hospital – Adult Mental Health Service, Transitional Accommodation Occupational Therapy Program Richmond Fellowship – Healthy Lifestyle Uniting Care West Anglicare WA – Foyer Richmond Fellowship – Personal Helpers – Homeless Accommodation Support Arafmi – Recreation/Youth Services and Mentors Services – South Association for Services to Torture and Rise Community Support Network Uniting Care West – Mental Health Service Trauma Survivors (ASeTTS) – Personal Helpers and Mentors Australian Red Cross Rise Community Support Network Vincentcare – Migration Support – Open Options Balga Detached Youth Work Project Inc. Rocky Bay – Getabout WA AIDS Council (WAAC) – Support Services Caversham Training and Education Ruah Community Services Centre – Early Episode Psychosis Womens Health and Family Services
ANNUAL REPORT 2014-15 31 Gratitude
Life Members Glen McIver Nick Cable Our 700+ Reclink Volunteers Allan Jeans (deceased) Glen Omodei Nick Cooper Greg Hunt (deceased) Glenn Hester Pat Ward Organisations Hayden Legro Glenn Simmonds Paul Ryan 97.7 3SER-FM Mick Miller Glenn Watts Peter Burke ACT Justice and Community Safety Directorate Individuals Graham ‘Smokey’ Dawson Peter Cates Able Australia Adam Yee Greg Barnes Peter Crofts ACT Health Directorate Adrian Cloonan Greg Tickner Peter Diacos Adelaide City Council Adrian Crawley Hank Hubers Peter Hession Adelaide FC Alan Pascoe Helen Cusack Peter Monangle Adelaide Police Alan Quaife Jacko Peter Ryan Adelaide Symphony Alice Springs Correctional James Tunstall Peter Seal Orchestra Centre Jason Evans Peter Schwab AFL Central Australia Andrew Brackman Jay Hynes Phil Cox AFL Tasmania Anthony Koutoufides Jeremy Dickson Phillip Douzel AFL Victoria Barry Oates Jo Cusack Phillip Giallo Alice Springs Bowls Club Barry Silvester Joanne Rockwell Ray Salao Allens Linklaters Bedri Sainovski Joffa Corfe Reece Homfray Australia Post Brian Millett John Dever Rhan Harris Australian Federal Police Brian Presnell John Nichol Rob Heath Australian Football League Brian Procopis Judith A Robert ‘Dipper’ Australian Government Bruce Hill Kel Bryant Di Pierdomenico Australian Institute of Flexible Cam Butler Ken Wilson Ronald Learning Crackers Keenan Leanne Smith Rose Cicero Australian Performing Rights Craig Lynch Association (APRA) Lesley Hurley Shane Cassidy Damien Taylor Australian Red Cross Liam O’Shannessy Shane Cox Dave Barrett Australian Trade Commission Liddy Dixon Shaun Pearce Dave Hughes Basketball Tasmania Lincoln Harris Stacey Klomp David Eadie Basketball Victoria Liz Kirk Stephen J. Peak David Rhys Jones Bayside City Council Luke Waters Steve Howald Dermott Brereton Beam Global Australia Lynne Gardiner Steve Sinn Department of Prime Minister Bendigo Bank and Cabinet Mark Whiteman Tracey Seach – South Melbourne Don Hume Mark Fine Terry O’Brien BJ Ball Papers Doug Hawkins Mary Meldrum Terry O’Donnell Bowls NSW Dyson Heppell Matt Fisher Tim Costello Bowls WA Douglas Holmes Matt Lee Virginia Cable Bridgewater PCYC Edward Sinn Matthew Richardson Wayne Frith Brisbane City Council Father Bob Maguire Morris Stuart Wayne Carey Camp Australia Gary Epple Myrtle Jeffs Wayne Henwood Canoeing WA
32 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS Carlton Football Club JPJ Audio Rosenthal The Heart Foundation Central Australia Aboriginal King Performance Rosny Golf Club The Marquee People Media Association (CAAMA) Kingsborough Council Rotary Club of Albert Park The Salvation Army Central Australia Football Lance Rock Publicity Rotary Club of Fremantle League The Vic, Newtown Lifeline Community Care, Rotary Club of Melbourne Canberra City City of Fremantle QLD South Theatre Royal, TAS City of Maribyrnong Lion Nathan Rotary Club of North Balwyn City of Melbourne Tony Leggart Dive Co. Logan City Council Rotary Club of Werribee City of Sydney Lord Taverners Rotary Club of Wyndham Triple R FM 102.7 City of Port Phillip Mac ‘n’ Me Graphics Rough Edges Troy Horse Clarence PCYC Melbourne Cricket Club Royal Adelaide Show Victoria Police Clontarf AFL Academy (MCC) Rural Press Australia Victorian Amateur Football Coastline Church Mid Murray District Council Ryan Commercial Lawyers Association (VAFA) Cockburn Council Midway Print Solutions Saltwater Media Solutions Voyages, NT Corporate Traveller Miller Foundation Scubacom Werribee Football Club Cycle Australia Momentum Builders SecondBite Wesley Church Adelaide Cycle Education ACT Mornington Shire Council SEN 1116 Wesley Mission Department of Transport, Moreton Bay Regional Shulu Foundation West Coast Eagles Planning and Local Council Infrastructure, VIC Snorkel Safari Motor Accident Insurance Western Australia Cricket Department of Sport and Board South Australian Cricket Association Recreation, WA Association (SACA) Mount Barker Council Winnunga Nimmityjah DO Consulting South Australian Government Mount Barker Lawn Bowls Aboriginal Health Service, Department of Environment, East Fremantle Football Club Club ACT Water and Natural Resources Etihad Stadium Mountain Goat Woodstock Folk Festival South Australian National Eventpower Solutions Murray Bridge Council Football League (SANFL) YMCA – Mount Barker Eview Real Estate Ozenham House South Yarra Football Club Committees and Executive Security Pathwayz – Cerebral Palsy Sport 927 Advisory Groups League FBi Radio Sport Education Development Sydney and Melbourne Fishing NSW PBS 106.7FM Australia (SEDA) Reclink Community Cup Committees Football West Peninsula Stand Up Paddle Sports Chaplaincy School Fremantle Football Club St John’s Maroubra Frank Galbally Cup Port Adelaide/Enfield Council Committee GE St Vincent’s Hospital Port Power FC The Transformers Choir Government of South Stage Two Lighting Portsea Surf Life Saving Club Organising Team Australia Street Press Australia Queensland Canoeing Greek Welfare, SA Surfing NSW Schools Queensland Government Health Directorate – Surf Lifesaving Queensland De La Salle College – Department of National ACT Government. Parks, Recreation, Sport and Sweeney Estate Agents Emmanuel College Hobart Aquatic Centre Racing Talbot Family Foundation Mary MacKillop College Hobart City Council Queensland Health Tasman Meats Mount Lilydale Mercy College Hobart PCYC Queensland Police Citizens Tasmanian Symphony Pulteney Grammar Hydro Tasmania Youth Welfare Association Orchestra Redcliffe Surf Life Saving Club The Hutchins School Injury Prevention and Theatre Royal, TAS Management Foundation Red Scarf Photography Wesley College The District Council of Mount Ipswich City Council Rockstar Management Barker Xavier College
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Networks AFL Programs Awards
Adelaide City, SA Adelaide, SA 2014 Spirit of Reclink Awards Alice Springs, NT Adelaide Hills/Murraylands, SA Jai Johnston, Frances Addabbo, Perth/Fremantle, WA Alice Springs, NT Greg Hunt, Ruah Community Services, Victoria Ballarat, VIC SEN 116 – Radio, GE Capital, Youth Football, TAS Bendigo, VIC Elle Steele, Matt Lewis, Yulara, NT Brisbane North, QLD St Joseph’s Flexible Learning Centre, Brisbane South, QLD Odyssey House Victoria, Canberra, ACT Sports Programs Gymnastics Victoria, DASA, Fremantle, WA Cricket Northern Territory, Hobart, TAS Adelaide, SA; Melbourne, VIC; Leaping Larry L, Tony Biggs, Ipswich, QLD Perth/Fremantle, WA; Alice Springs, NT Dave Barrett, Troy Shoesmith, Kwinana, WA League Tag Rosemary Walton. Logan, QLD Brisbane, Ipswich, Moreton Bay QLD Peter Cullen Medal Melbourne, VIC Soccer 2014 Winner Melbourne – East, VIC Brisbane, Logan, QLD; Adelaide, SA; Perth, WA Rory Gilbert Melbourne – North, VIC Pool Melbourne – South, VIC Melbourne, VIC Peter Cullen Medal Melbourne – West, VIC 2014 Runner Up Basketball Midland, WA Melbourne, VIC Anthony Ryan Moreton Bay, QLD Lawn Bowls Peter Cullen Medal Perth, WA Clearview, Adelaide, SA 2014 Female Player of the Year Sydney, NSW Volleyball Ipswich, Moreton Bay, QLD Pauline Hedger
NT Cricket, Alice Springs Alice Springs League Tag, Brisbane/ Alice Springs Ipswich/ Moreton Bay QLD Soccer, Brisbane/ Yulara Logan WA Volleyball, Ipswich/ Moreton Bay Brisbane North Brisbane South SA Moreton Bay Cricket, Perth/ Logan Fremantle Ipswich Soccer, Perth Perth/Fremantle NSW Sydney Fremantle Lawn Bowls, Clearview Perth CanberraACT Midland Bendigo Kwinana Cricket, Adelaide Ballarat Lawn Bowls, Adelaide Melbourne Soccer, Adelaide VIC Melbourne East Adelaide City Melbourne North Sports Leagues Adelaide Melbourne South AFL Leagues Adelaide/Murraylands Melbourne West Networks Victoria Youth Football Basketball, Melbourne Hobart TAS Cricket, Melbourne Pool, Melbourne Soccer, Melbourne 34 RECLINK AUSTRALIA – REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH SPORT AND ARTS Photographer: Kuni Takahashi Reclink Australia Staff
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