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ARIEL TATE
RESUME & PORTFOLIO
Career ObjectiveTo design artwork for print and online, as part of a team that contributes to the growth and development of a company. To one day be able to lead a team as an Art Director or Creative Director.
Employment HistoryConnections Community Development 2014 - Graphic Designer, Casual Duties include: • designing promotional material for community events• creating and publishing community newsletters• building and maintaining community websites• designing reports and large scale proposals for various stakeholders• copy writing and editing• liaising with printers and manufacturers
Gloria Jean’s Coffees 2013 - 2014Graphic Designer, Full-time fixed contract Duties include: • designing community marketing material for individual Australian franchises• final art and supporting material for National campaigns• designing digital marketing material• work on brand projects and campaigns• liaising with printers, manufacturers and publishers• photography and retouching
Connections Community Development 2009 - 2013Graphic Designer / Communications Manager, Permanent Full-time Duties include: • designing promotional material for community events• creating and publishing community newsletters• building and maintaining community websites• establishment & management of social media• designing reports and large scale proposals for various stakeholders• copy writing and editing• liaising with printers and manufacturers• email and text message campaigns
Alphacrucis College 2008 - 2009Accommodation Officer, Permanent Part-time
Bible Society In Australia 2007 - 2008Proof-reader, Casual
Freelance Clients• The Next Pair (Sydney, Australia) 2015 - Present• Nordic Building Group (Canberra, Australia) 2010 - Present• Kiddy Kolour (Sydney, Australia) 2015 - Present• David Schaeffer / High Endeavours (Sydney, Australia) 2012 - Present• Inzpira (Helisnki, Finland) 2014 - Present• Sweet Latte (Sydney, Australia) 2014• Feather Fascination (Sydney, Australia) 2015 - Present• Story Banquet (London, UK) 2015 - Present• Dream Home Finder (Sydney, Australia) 2014 - Present• Environmental Enterprises (Sydney, Australia) 2011 - 2012• FreeChurch (Linkoping, Sweden) 2014
StudiesMartin College 2010 – 2011 Diploma of Graphic Design (Advertising & Marketing)
Alphacrucis College 2007 – 2009 Bachelor of Theology
Macarthur Anglican School 1997 – 2006 Higher School Certificate
Relevant Skills• Adobe Creative Suite• Microsoft Office• Photography and retouching• Interpret creative and design briefs• Asset Management
Hobbies And Interests• Art• Architecture and interior design• Social media and technology• Sociology• Coffee• Health and fitness• Travel
RefereesReferees available upon request.
Connections Community Development Logo redesign (2011)
Logos & Branding
North West Community Care
T/A Providential
ABN 25 975 190 161
P 1300 364 701 F 02 9625 9009
A PO Box 339 Kellyville NSW 2155
providential.org.au
homes + assist + freshstart
Providential Logo redesign (2013)
Environmental Enterprises New logo (2011)
Sweet Latte New logo (2014)
Inzpira Logo redesign (2014)
FreeChurch New logo (2014)
Bella Vista Waters Community Association New logo (2012)
Walking Bus Logo redesign (2011)
Story Banquet New logo (2015)
Dream Home Finder New logo (2015)
Playgroup is a great opportunity for you and your children to get to know other families within the estate
Held 10am to 12noon on the 1st Monday and 3rd Wednesday of the month
Monday: 5 August, 2 September, 7 October, 4 November, 2 December Wednesday: 21 August, 18 September, 16 October, 20 November
For more information please contact:Monday: Simone Sundstrom on 0429 462 128 or [email protected] Wednesday: Kellie Plenty on 0414 687 274 or [email protected]
A great free event for the whole community with sumo wrestling, gladiator duals, tug-o-war and a sausage sizzle! Register today to take place in the grand slam of the “Battle of the Fathers” title.
Sunday 15 September 2pm-4pm at Bristol Park, Donn Street
RSVP your family and register your dad to Claire by 10 September on 0432 385 266 or at [email protected]
Gold coin donation for sausage sizzle. Free water, with drinks available for purchase. All money raised goes to a local charity.
Playgroup
FREE EVENTWINE AND CANAPÉS
LIVE JAZZ MUSICNEW AND OLD FRIENDS
saturday 29 june 6pm - 8pm st magdelen’s chapel
PLEASE RSVP TO NATASHA BY 24 JUNE ON 0477 002 473 OR AT
JAZZ+WINE
PLEASE RSVP TO NATASHA BY 24 JUNE ON 0477 002 473 OR AT [email protected]
free event
new and old friends
live jazz music
wine and canapés
SATURDAY 29 JUNE
6PM - 8PM
ST MAGDELEN’S CHAPEL
Flyers
JAZZ+WINEin the chapel
Thursday 1 August, 7pm - 9pmHarvest Cafe @ Bonnyrigg Garden Centre
Corner of Elizabeth Drive & Wilson Drive, entrance through the top gate
Gift shop will be open exclusively to Elizabeth Hills guests. This event is not suitable for children under the age of 12 years old.
Please RSVP names & address by 30 July to [email protected]
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Have you ever wondered which colours complement each other, which furniture style would look best, or how to create an attractive and cohesive look in your home?
We have the perfect night for you, with Interior Designer Anita Tyler and complementary coffee and dessert!
and
BATTLE OF THE
FATHERS
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Guest speaker Linda from Apple Blossom Florist will be showing you how to create beautiful floral arrangement from your very own
garden. Please bring flowers or foliage from your garden.Date: Thursday 9 May
Time: 7pm -9pm Location: Hidden Waters Sales Office, Kingfisher Drive, Fletcher
RSVP: By 6 May to Rebecca at 0421 793 761 or to [email protected] note: This event is for mothers only. Newborns are allowed
mother’s daychocolate, wine and
all things divine
Connections Community Development Community event flyers (2013-2015)
Carols at The Ponds Bring the whole family for an unforgettable Christmas experience with food stalls, rides, ‘Carols by Candlelight’ program, a special visit from Santa and a spectacular fireworks finale!
“The Gifts of Christmas”
When: Sunday 16 December, 2012
Where: Eastern Playing Fields, The Ponds Boulevard, The Ponds
5.00pm: Gates Open. Food stalls and rides available. Camel rides $5 per person
8.00pm: Carols by Candlelight
9.30pm: Spectacular Fireworks Display
Parking: Free shuttle bus from 5pm to 8pm and return after event. Map on reverse side. No parking available at venue. We encourage you to walk or ride to the event. Limited disabled parking available
Note: This is an alcohol free event
Organised by The Ponds Community Development Program and Connections Community Development. Visit www.carolsattheponds.com.au for up to date event information.
Giving Tree:
There will be a Giving Tree to help those in need this Christmas. Please bring non-perishable food items and leave them under the Christmas tree at the main entrance. Our charity Providential Assist will be making Christmas hampers and distributing them to those in need.
Sponsors:
Blacktown RSL, LJ Hooker, Western Earth Moving, Traffic Technologies, Bullet Bus
www.carolsattheponds.com.au 8824 8967
Carols at The Ponds • Carols by Candlelight
• Food Stalls & Rides
• Fireworks Spectacular
Posters, Documents & Booklets
Connections Community Development Various documents and booklets (2012-2015)
Mount Olympus Tree Removal
We would like to advise our residents that approval by Rockdale Council has been granted for the removal of the decaying tree located in the Mount Olympus Garden area. If you would like to comment or ask any questions in relation to this, please email the Australand Customer Relations Department at [email protected]
Cocktail Making/Wine Tasting
We are hoping to set up a cocktail making class and/or a wine tasting class in the near future. There will be a cost associated. Please email me at [email protected] if interested and state your preference.
Playgroup/Parent’s Group
It would be great to set up a parent’s group/playgroup at Discovery Point, meeting in the cafe and at the playground. Please let me know if you are interested, and your child/children’s name, age and when you are available. Email me at natasha.wilson@connections .com.au
Winter Walking Group
We have started a Discovery Point Winter Walking Group. We meet at the Discovery Point Cafe every Sunday morning at 9am. Please email me at [email protected] if you are interested.
There were fresh disbud chrysanthemums and coffees as a giveaway to any resident who brought along their letterbox voucher at the Discovery Point Café over the Mother’s Day weekend. The flowers looked beautiful and brightened up the café and many people’s day.
On a sunny Saturday morning in April, the residents of Discovery Point came to the Discovery Point Café for coffee and morning tea together. It was great to meet everyone and gather useful information about what people would like to see as part of the community program.
Connections Morning Tea - April
Mother’s Day
The talented Leichhardt Celebrity Brass band was playing outside our very own Tempe House recently in July to celebrate the opening of the St George Art Society exhibition, which was held 13-19 July.
Leichhardt Celebrity Brass band
Winter 2013
Dear Residents,
My name is Natasha, your new Community Facilitator engaged by Australand to implement a Community Program at Discovery Point.
I am here to help you develop strong relationships with your neighbours by facilitating some exciting events and interest groups throughout the year.
We hope that you will be encouraged to become actively engaged in the new groups within Discovery Point such as:• Playgroups/Parent Groups• Social committees• Walking/cycling Clubs• Fitness Groups• Environment Protection
Groups• Coffee Clubs
Natasha Wilson Community Facilitator
On Saturday 29 June, despite the terrible weather, over 100 members of our community came to the Jazz and Wine in the Chapel event in June. It was a fantastic night and a wonderful opportunity to mingle with fellow residents.
Discovery Point Cafe owners Peter and Josie did an amazing job catering for the event and we’re pretty sure no one went home hungry. The food was amazing! The Jazz band, “Sounds Great” got everyone in the mood to enjoy the evening.
Jazz & Wine in the Chapel
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Community News and EventsFamily Fun DayOn Sunday 28 July our community enjoyed a wonderful afternoon when Deputy Mayor of Gold Coast City Council - Local Councillor Donna Gates joined Gainsborough Greens in officially opening Green Grove Park. Teale Jakubenko and the students from Pimpama State Secondary College entertained our community.
Thank you to all the people that made the afternoon possible and especially the volunteers for helping out in countless ways. You can view the Gallery of photos online at gainsboroughcommunity.com.au
Children’s Movie NightOn Tuesday 2 July, we held our first Movie Night with the children enjoying popcorn and hanging out as they watched a DVD in the Mirvac Sales Office. Thank you so much to the parents that stayed back and helped with the clean up. We welcome volunteers to help run this event to co-ordinate the food, drinks and clean up, we will be holding another movie or disco night in the Term 3 holidays so please keep your email address updated for further information.
Happy Birthday Greetings!We hope you all had a wonderful birthday and have enjoyed the little gift! Birthdays that we have celebrated and will be celebrating:Ella, Xavier, Emmanuel, Hudson, Jaidan, Grace, Delilah, Arielle, Beavdy, Hollie, Brayden, Benjamin, Xavier, Natalia, Ella-Rose, Ashlyn, Tynan, Heidi, Tian & Scott
Father’s Day Competition Tell us what you love about being a Dad and go in the draw to win a $100 Voucher. Maybe you love kicking the footy around, watching your children perform at school, teaching your little one how to ride a bike. Share with us your proud moments and the best entry will be well rewarded to enjoy some blokey shopping at Masters.
Email your entry to Suzanne by Sunday 25 August at [email protected]
School Holiday Nature WalkDuring the Term 3 holidays on Friday 4 October we have planned a fun morning of exploring the natural wetlands in Gainsborough Greens. Bring your children along, where they will receive a nature passport to guide them on this informative walk which will be conducted by Steve Bell our very own Environmental Scientist.
Please RSVP by Wednesday 2 October 2013 via phone 0403 698 595 or via email [email protected]. Morning Tea will be provided at Green Grove Park at the end of the walk. Please meet at 9.45am at Davenport Place (Green Park side of Gainsborough Greens off Millstream Place).
Outlet Shopping TourWe are pleased to announce that in late October we will be holding our first ever Gainsborough Greens shopping outlet tour to Brisbane. Come along with your neighbours for a fun day of shopping. A great opportunity for Christmas Shopping! The details will be sent out in coming weeks. Register early, seats are limited!
Development NewsDespite the unseasonably wet winter, work is continuing on the next residential precinct at the northern end of Swan Road. Please be reminded that this area remains a construction site and care should be taken around the area and Swan Road. If you would like any more information, please visit the Gainsborough Greens Land Sales Office.
Contact Suzanne, your Community FacilitatorGainsborough Greens Community Newsletter is prepared quarterly for the residents and friends of Gainsborough Greens by our Community Facilitator, Suzanne Angara, from Connections Community Development. If you have any feedback, news or enquiries, please contact Suzanne:
Phone: 0403 698 595 Email: [email protected]
Gainsborough Greens Community Newsletter ©2013 North West Community Care T/A Connections Community Development (ABN 25 975 190 161)
Welcome new residents to Gainsborough Greens and all our existing friends within the community, I hope you enjoy reading and learning more through this Community Newsletter where you will find information about upcoming and past events, ongoing special interest groups and development information. I hope to see you at one of our next events or groups.
Suzanne Angara
Sports Equipment available to borrowWe have launched our “Community Share Program” kicking off with the opportunity for you to borrow Sports Equipment. The sports equipment was donated by Julie & Bill who won the Park Naming Competition on the 28 July 2013. Their $500 prize has allowed us to purchase some great resources which you can borrow for FREE including badminton sets, soccer balls, ride in golf buggy, scooters, frisbees, volleyballs, footy’s and more. We have equipment for all ages. Pick up the sports gear for the daily loan at the Mirvac Sales Office. Visit gainsboroughcommunity.com.au for more info.
Neighbourhood Watch @ Green ParkExpressions of Interest for Green Park Closed Friday 10th August. If you did not get the opportunity to register your interest please do so asap to join us at the first meeting (date to be advised).
Join us online!At gainsboroughcommunity.com.au you have access to a resourceful community website which includes upcoming event information, photo galleries, special interest and social group information, a local community business and services directory, and much more! Join us on Facebook at facebook.com/gainsboroughgreenscommunity and stay tuned for the latest information about your new community.
Upcoming Events
Trivia NightThursday 22 August, 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Father’s Day Writing Competition Entries due Sunday 25 August
Astronomy NightFriday 13 September
Dates subject to change so please check our website closer to the event: gainsboroughcommunity.com.au or call 0403 698 595
Community Newsletter
Spring 2013
From Suzanne
gainsboroughcommunity.com.au
Social Groups
Coffee Club We had our first Coffee Club meeting in June, and it was a great turn out. Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday 21 August at 10am at Luv-A-Coffee, City Centre Drive, Upper Coomera.
Raw Fitness Program Our Raw Fitness Program will recommence in November. For more information please contact Suzanne Angara.
Mums n Bubs Fortnightly GroupFor young families at Gainsborough Greens, join others at our fortnightly relaxing get together ‘Mums and Bubs’ for a lovely chat and play time for the little ones. With toys, music, movies and reading time all part of the fun, your little one will have chances to make new friends and play.
Location: Mirvac Sales Office from 9.30am to 11am. It’s a great time to meet other families in the neighbourhood whilst the little one’s play and learn.
Upcoming Dates: 22 August, 5 & 19 September, 17 & 31 October.
Social Monthly Golf GroupGainsborough Greens Social Golf for residents & friends. Meet some new golfing buddies on the 1st Sunday of each month for the 11.30am tee-off:
Upcoming 2013 Dates: 8 September, 6 October, 3 November & 1 December
Kids Golf Lessons are held every Sunday at Gainsborough Greens Golf Club. Call the Pro Shop on 5546 6003 for more details.
Keeping Crace beautifulWith a humid end to summer, the weeds have been popping up in parks and open spaces, verges and gardens throughout Crace and across Canberra. The ACT Government is reminding residents that it is their responsibility to maintain their nature strips (verges). “It is accepted practice in the ACT that maintenance of the nature strip (verge), excluding street trees, is undertaken by the resident or lessee of the adjoining leased land,” TaMS Northside Operations Manager Patrick Nolan said. So with autumn here, now is a good opportunity to spend a little time weeding, mowing your verge and making your home looking its best.
When working on your verge please be on the lookout for Madagascan Fireweed, a small multi-stemmed
daisy-like plant with bright yellow flowers that have 13 petals. The weed is highly invasive and is toxic to horses and grazing livestock. Residents are urged to report Fireweed to Canberra Connect on 13 22 81 or by logging on to Fix My Street website at https://www.canberraconnect.act.gov.au/app/forms/fixmystreet. Residents may remove this weed themselves but should wear gloves as it can irritate the skin. Also double bag the weed when disposing of it to ensure it is not spread further.
The Crace Study 2014 survey resultsThe 2014 survey for The Crace Study has closed and last year over 330 people participated. Crace residents were positive about how Crace is turning out and 86.7% use the new shops in Crace Central often or very often. Satisfaction with Crace Central
was generally high (it had an average score of 8.6 out of 10 with 10 being completely satisfied), and the most common suggest for improvement was a post-box or post-office. The University of Canberra would like to thank everyone who took part in the study this year, helping to create an in-depth picture of lifestyle and health in a growing suburb, and congratulations to the sixteen prize winners from this year’s prize draw.
Fireweed Senecio madagascariensis - Photo by John Tan, via Flickr.
Upcoming events & local groups
The Crace Community Newsletter is prepared for the residents and friends of Crace by our Community Facilitator Sally Skuse. We use this newsletter to let you know about activities, events and news in the area. If you have any news or feedback you would like to share, please contact us - Phone 0431 220 935 or email [email protected]
Crace Parents Walking GroupWhen: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8:30amWhere: Meet at the front of Crace SupabarnCrace mothers with little ones are welcome to join this friendly group for regular walks around the suburb. The group usually follow their walk with a cuppa and a chat at Coffee Guru from about 9.30am. To join the group on Facebook see www.facebook.com/groups/CraceMumsWalk/
New Social GroupsGet fit in 2015 - would you like to get fit this year and lose those extra kilos in a fun and friendly environment? Some residents of Crace are keen to start up some early morning fitness groups. If you are interested in participating in a ‘Jogging Group’, or a ‘Walking Group’ before work please email [email protected].
Summer BBQ FunSummer is the perfect time to have a BBQ, catch up and meet the neighbours and local residents in your area. We will be giving away $50.00 vouchers for the local Supabarn to Crace residents who are wanting to host their own BBQ in March at their house or local public outdoor parkland. All you need to do is send an email to [email protected] and include the date, time, and location you would like to host your BBQ and then invite your neighbours and local residents. Sally will drop in and say high on the day and hopefully grab a few snapshots.
Parties at the Shops Crace Easter EventWhen: 28th March 2015Time: 2:00pm - 6:00pmWhere: Crace Central Shopping Centre Forecourt
Easter at Crace this year will be celebrated with Parties at the Shops on the 28th of March at the Crace Central shopping centre. If you would like to be involved as a stall holder, a performer or volunteer to help run the event, please email [email protected].
community newsletter
Welcome SallyWe wanted to take this opportunity to welcome Sally our newly appointed Crace Facilitator to the team. Sally moved here from Adelaide 5 years ago and has been a resident of Crace for the past three years. She is family orientated with two young kids of her own. She can’t wait to get out there and help the Crace community establish fun, educational and interactive opportunities to get involved and create a friendly neighbourhood that you are proud to call home.
If you would like to get in touch you can email her at [email protected] or visit her at the Crace Connections office on the corner of Abena and Galore Streets, diagonally across from the Coffee Guru at Crace Central.
Sally SkuseCrace Community Facilitator Phone: 0431 220 935 Email: [email protected]
cracecommunity.com.au
Crace Community Association UpdateThe Association has also been involved in many community events over the past few months, with members volunteering their time to help at Spring Into Fitness, the Community Garden Open Day, the launch of the Landcare Group, and the Crace Christmas Market (which was cancelled due to wet and stormy weather). A big thank you to all individuals, clubs and businesses who were a part of these events - you are what makes this community so great!
Do you love living in Crace and want to meet your local residents and have a say in future events? We are looking for volunteers who want to form a part
of the Crace Community Association and take on valuable roles to help their community flourish. The next meeting is being held on Wednesday 11th of March at the Crace Connections office at 7:00pm. Please email [email protected] if you want to come along and find out more on how you can be involved.
Community Association members volunteering at the Spring Into Fitness event
Crace Aboriginal Heritage WalkHave you ever thought about what was here in Crace before it became another suburb of Canberra? Those who attended the Aboriginal Heritage Walk on 23 November had the chance to find out more about the history of this area, as Ngunawal man Wally Bell led a guided walk around Crace. Wally explained that the natural features of this area including the Ginninderra Creek and the ridge line which was used as a lookout made this a well used area. Evidence of
Aboriginal camps and use of the area remains today; in the lower part of the Hilltop Reserve near Thadoona Street there is a large scar tree which has been preserved for its cultural heritage values. Scar trees were created when Aboriginal people removed bark to make canoes, shields and containers. Wally also discussed the uses of locally grown native plants, and how ‘bush tucker’ was gathered.
Thanks to Wally Bell for sharing your knowledge with us and answering our many questions with patience and good humour!
Autumn 2015
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SADDLERS RIDGE
This quarter at Saddlers Ridge has been a great time to further develop relations with residents through the Welcome Visits, as well as through the Mother’s Day Champagne & Canapés evening that was held, providing a chance to spoil all the mothers at Saddler’s Ridge. This event also provided a great opportunity to further develop wonderful business partnerships within the estate.
Welcome Visits have been going well and the response from residents has been very positive. More than ninety percent of residents visited have completed the community survey. The last quarter has seen the number of active residents doubled in the community database, bringing not only more effective means of communicating with residents but also a better understanding of the demographics of the community. These statistics assist connections to create a more tailored community development program for the estate. It has been an absolute pleasure to complete my first full quarter for Saddlers Ridge and I’m looking forward to the next quarter.
Rebecca WalkerCommunity Facilitator
WELCOME VISITSSTAGE NO.
PREVIOUS TOTAL NO.
VISITS
PREVIOUS NO.
OCCUPIED HOMES
CURRENT REPORTING PERIOD VISITSTOTAL
VISITS TO DATE
OCCUPIED HOMES
TOTAL NO. OF LOTS
VISITS REMAINING
VISITS HOUSE CALLS
RENTALS (NEW TENANTS)
RE-SALES TOTAL VISITS
1 54 54 0 0 0 0 0 54 54 54 0
2 25 26 0 0 0 0 0 25 26 26 1
3 13 25 3 0 0 0 3 16 25 25 9
4 16 45 25 7 0 1 25 41 45 50 4
5 2 8 2 0 0 0 2 4 8 23 4
5A 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 27 5
5B 0 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 11 8
6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 51 0
TOTAL ESTATE VISITS = 30 140 171 267 31
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Children & Families Community Environment
Issues •Child obesity
•Stranger danger
• Time-poor parents
• Traffic congestion
• Isolation of families
•Risk of car accidents
•Air pollution
•Carbon footprint
•Global warming
Walking Bus
solutions
•Get regular physical activity and exercise
•Get to school safely, conveniently, on time
•Gain a sense of independence
•Grow in confidence
•Develop road safety skills
•Become more familiar with the neighbourhood
•Build friendships
•Have fun getting to and from school
•Arrive alert, ready to learn
•Parents save petrol money
•More time in the morning
•Parent-drivers also get regular exercise
•Reduce traffic congestion
• Improve safety around schools
•Establish a safe, non-polluting, transport alternative
•Build a sense of community among volunteers
•Build relationships between children, and between adults and children on the bus
•Educate in areas of safety and security for the community
•Provide sustainable community solutions
•Build positive connections between community, schools, council and the police
•Reduce air pollution
•Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
•Provide best-practice models
•Contribute to meeting greenhouse gas emission reduction targets
•Make it easy for everyone of all ages to be involved in the initiative
•Sustainable for the long-term
•Build awareness of the value of our environment
•Empower children, adults, and the community to work together for positive environmental change
What we do.The Walking Bus program is tailored to meet the needs of local children, parents, schools, communities and councils. Our outcomes also serve state and national businesses, governments, planners and policymakers.
We are passionate about protecting Australia’s precious children and our unique environment.Every child on the Walking Bus is potentially one less car on the road.
Increase Physical Activity
Ensure Child Safety
Develop Life Skills
Build Community
Reduce Carbon Emissions
Page 2 Walking Bus Snapshot
snapshotEmpowering every Australian child to get fit, have fun, stay safe and preserve the environment – all on the way to school.
The Walking Bus is made up of people, rather than metal and a motor, who use their feet as the “wheels”, their eyes as the “windows” and their legs as the “engine” that takes them to and from school.
It provides a safe, supervised way for primary school children to get to and from school, incorporating healthy activity into their daily routines. Children arrive at school energised and ready to learn. And because the Walking Bus directly contributes to fewer cars on the road, it significantly reduces pollution, traffic congestion and the risk of car accidents, especially around schools.
Each “bus” walks a set 1.5km route with at least one driver, usually a parent or grandparent, and picks up children at designated stops. Routes are chosen in consultation with local council safety officers and/or police. The Walking Bus is free for all children and all are welcome to jump on board, once their road safety training is complete.
Key facts.Walking Bus is managed by Connections Community Development: www.connections.com.au
Buses in operation Six schools running a total of 15 buses*
Children impacted 750 children have boarded the Walking Bus*
Carbon footprint reduction 82.67 tonnes to date*
Manager Lynda Hobden: www.walkingbus.com.au
Head Office Cnr Stanhope Parkway & Majestic Drive, Stanhope Gardens NSW 2768
2002Warren and Cheryle Weir establish Connections Community Development
Our journey.Our model enables local school communities to operate and service the Walking Bus.
Our mission is to promote child heath and safety, facilitate community connections, and protect the environment for generations to come.
2008Launch at Baulkham Hills North Public School, in partnership with The Hills Shire Council
2011Kellyville Ridge Public School joins the program
2007The first Walking Bus hits the pavement on route to Parklea Public School
2009Matthew Pearce Public School and John Palmer Public School start their engines
2012Dapto Public School joins in partnership with Stockland
*As of May 2012
Sponsorship Opportunities Bronze$2,000
Silver$5,000
Gold$10,000
Platinum$15,000
Your company’s recognition on sponsors banner at entrance Name Name Logo Logo
Your company’s recognition displayed on big screen on stage Name Name Logo Logo
Your company’s recognition by MC during the event Name Name Name + blurb Name + blurb
Your company’s recognition on advertisement flyers reaching up to 10,000 people Name Name Logo Logo + blurb
Your company mentioned in Carols web advertising Name Name Logo + web link Logo + web link
Exclusivity in your business category
Your company’s recognition in media releases Name Name Name
Passes for VIP Seating Area with gift pack presented on evening 2 Tickets 4 tickets 8 Tickets
Your company’s recognition within on-site banner prior to event Name Logo Logo
Promotion of your company on Carols posters, distributed for display in your business, local shopping centres, schools, etc
Name Logo Logo
Your company’s recognition incorporated into local newspaper advertising Name Logo
Your company’s recognition on public shuttle buses running for the event Name Logo
On-site Parking 1 car 3 Cars
Your company’s recognition on sponsors tower next to stage Logo Logo
Distribution of promotional material and merchandise at the event (company to supply)
VIP Backstage Passes to meet cast and crew 8 Passes
Dedicated Host for the evening in VIP area
Your company’s recognition printed on organisers t-shirts Logo
Dedicated area for Company banner / flag Logo
Your company’s recognition in sponsoring the Fireworks Extravaganza in all published material & verbally on stage
Logo
Carols at The Ponds
The largest community Christmas celebration in Sydney's North West attracting thousands of people annuallyPlans are already underway for the 14th running of the largest Christmas presentation staged in Sydney’s North West region - an event which attracts thousands of people of all ages.
Carols at The Ponds is coordinated by not-for-profit organisation, Connections Community Development, which provides innovative community development programs for more than 40,000 residents living in new and evolving suburban areas throughout Australia.
Since 2000 the Carols at The Ponds musical spectacular has featured such entertainers as Kamahl, Erin James (Fiddler On The Roof, Cats, Wicked), Female Artist of the Year Felicity Urquhart, celebrated opera singer Warren Fisher, winner of the McDonalds ARIA competition Angela Brun, and British comedian Johnny Pace as Santa Claus.The kids are enthralled by child vocal ensembles, the Monique Selwood Dance Academy, Santa’s always-spectacular entrance and Frosty the Snowman.
Masters of Ceremony have included media personalities Ron Wilson (10), Mark Ferguson (7) and Leigh Hatcher (Sky) and more recently former Australian test cricketer Gavin Robertson.
Carols at The Ponds is a festival atmosphere with food stalls and fun activities for children operating during the afternoon before the evening concert. The big finale is created by Australia’s best-known pyrotechnics experts, Howard & Son’s, who produce the New Years Eve fireworks celebrations on Sydney Harbour each year and staged the Commonwealth Games opening and closing ceremonies.
The 2013 Carols at The Ponds will be held on Sunday 15 December at Jonas Bradley Oval, The Ponds Boulevard, The Ponds.
This is an ideal opportunity for you to support the community and place your brand in front of many thousands of people. Take advantage of the range of sponsorship packages designed to suit every budget.
Connections Community DevelopmentPhone 02 8824 8967 Fax 02 8824 8793 Email [email protected] Address PO Box 339 Kellyville NSW 2155 All sponsorship is considered monetary, unless otherwise agreed upon with Connections. Sponsorship payments required by 4 December 2013. ©2013 North West Community Care T/A Connections Community Development
Carols at The Ponds
Will you join us in 2013?
Phone 02 8824 8967 Fax 02 8824 8793 Email [email protected] Address PO Box 339 Kellyville NSW 2155
Facebook facebook.com/ConnectionsCD Twitter twitter.com/ConnectionsCD Instagram instagram.com/ConnectionsCD
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Gloria Jean’s Coffees National and local campaign posters (2013-2014)
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Wishing you a Happy Birthday full of sugar and spice and all things nice!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
©2013 North West Community Care T/A Connections Community Development
Connections Birthday Card (2013)
Gloria Jean’s Coffees Individual franchise menus (2013-2014)
Gloria Jean’s Coffees Christmas Card (2013)
The Next Pair Thank You Cards (2015)
From Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Kuwait, to Bahrain, Qatar and Oman, coffee lovers know they’re going to get a great tasting coffee every time they step
into Gloria Jean’s Coffees. Australia’s largest specialty coffee house now has 77 coffee houses throughout the region, with plans to expand even further.
We’re continuously evolving our products to reflect the tastes of our guests too. From Caffé Latte and Iced Teas to Zaatar Manakish and delicious cakes,
it’s what keeps our guests coming back for more.
So if you haven’t had the pleasure of meeting one of our world-class baristas yet or tasted our range of coffee or tea blends, we welcome you to
drop by and say hello – and sample a little taste of Australia.
To find out more visit gloriajeanscoffees.com
A LITTLE TASTE OF
IN EVERY CUPAUSTRALIA
Miscellaneous
Gloria Jean’s Coffees Gulf News press advertisement (2013)
Connections Community Development Banner (2013)
Shell Cove Public School
Shell Cove Public School
GREEN AMDunk Ave & Magnetic Ridge 8:35Start of Dunk Ave 8:38Arrive at school 8:41
ORANGE AMEnd of Killalea Dr 8:30Vacant block next to #44 8:33End of Huntingdale 8:38Arrive at school 8:45
YELLOW AMMelville and Hinchinbrook 8:30Brampton and Hayman 8:33Arrive at school 8:38
GREEN PMLeave school 3:00Start of Dunk Ave 3:03Dunk Ave & Magnetic Ridge 3:06
ORANGE PMLeave school 3:00End of Huntingdale 3:03Vacant block next to #44 3:08End of Killalea Dr 3:15
YELLOW PMLeave School 3:00Brampton and Hayman 3:03Melville and Hinchinbrook 3:08
BLUE AMJames Cook Pwy 8:30Solander Ave meets park 8:33Surf sign on Sth Cross Bvd 8:38Arrive at school 8:45
BLUE PMJames Cook Pwy 3:05Solander Ave meets park 3:08Surf sign on Sth Cross Bvd 3:13Arrive at school 3:20
RED AMGore Ave 8:30Southern Cross Blvd 8:32Opp 11 Gabo 8:37Arrive at school 8:41
RED PMLeave school 3:05Opp 11 Gabo 3:09Southern Cross Blvd 3:14Gore Ave 3:16
PURPLE AMBrindabella Drive 8:20Cove Boulevard 8:30Tasman Drive 8:35Arrive at school 8:45
PURPLE PMLeave school 3:00Tasman Drive 3:10Cove Boulevard 3:15Brindabella Drive 3:25
Connections Walking Bus map (2015)
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Gloria Jean’s Coffees ‘With Heart’ donation box card (2013)
Connections Community Development Stickers (2013)
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Social Media and Direct Marketing
Connections Community Development Introduction and management of email campaigns and text message campaigns (2013)
Connections Community Development Establishment and management of Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts
Connections Community Development Web banners (2013)
Gloria Jean’s Coffees Social media advertisement (2013)
Dream Home Finder Website advertisement (2015)
Grieve UpwardsDavid Schaeffer
Coming soon!“The best book I have ever read
about dealing with grief.”Mark Ramsey - Senior Pastor, Citipointe Church
Grieve Upwards deals with questions often wrestled with during grief. This book contains valuable keys on pre-grieving, navigating the journey with a God who promises healing, guarantees death and illustrates how nothing takes our all-knowing Father by surprise.
How do males grieve different to females?How do you avoid falling into temptation?
How can you find love second time around?When are you ready for a new relationship?
How can you trust God again?
It concludes with the encouragement to begin writing the next chapter of your life.
“This book is both hopeful and helpful. I know you'll be blessed as you read it.”
Phil Pringle – Founder, President, C3i Global
A NOTE FROM DAVID
By the end of November 2014, CHI Books are making available my book “GRIEVE UPWARDS”. This has been a project 12 months in the making and we are excited to make it available in both hard copy and eBook format and
on multiple platforms around the world
I have given it to a wide group of people to critique, and they have been supportive, encouraging and extremely helpful with their comments. Possibly none have been so supportive as my wonderful son-in-law, Rohan, who
married my daughter Belinda and loved her brilliantly for 15 months before having to say a painful yet temporary goodbye.
After reading it he said 1. I couldn’t put it down 2. It was well written 3. It was full of hope
You may like to make a pre distribution order for yourself or for others who need encouragement and insight for their season of grief.
You can email your order to me personally and we will invoice you for the books you require. As soon as the first run is printed we will forward them to you
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
Grief is an “every person” experience; some are emotionally set back for life if they have no recovery pathway. I am available through 2015 to speak on this topic in any variety of formats; seminars, public meetings, workshops etc. Please contact me well in advance to arrange this. I will help people understand how to move forwards and
inspire them to rise again with courage.
Below is the introduction to the book, which I hope will inspire you to begin believing in its value.
INTRODUCTION
“One day we will understand why this is the best thing that could have happened to us.”
Those were the first words that came from my mouth. Where did they come from?
Unscripted.
Unexpected.
Unrehearsed.
I looked into the eyes of my two daughters who, with me, had just helplessly watched on as their mother and my wife, ceased breathing with one laboured, exhaling sigh.
In that moment, Marilyn’s body had surrendered to death, and her spirit surrendered to life.... into the safe arms of Jesus, and away from ours.
Fast–forward approximately ten years.
Belinda, one of the two daughters who, a decade previously, had stood at her mother’s bedside, now lay in the intensive care section in Sydney’s Royal Prince Alfred hospital. Four years earlier, this had been the very place
where she had received the gift of a liver transplant.
A grieving family somewhere in Australia had given permission for that organ to be taken from the dying body of their loved one and placed into Belinda’s dying body to give it life.
Now a rare and aggressive cancer was sweeping through her body like a firestorm. Its rapid advance had been made possible by an immune system, purposefully lowered to prevent her body from rejecting the new liver.
Rohan had been my son–in–law for an agonisingly brief fifteen months. Together, we watched numbly as the life support machines were turned off one by one. At 32 years of age, Belinda took the same safe passage into
eternity her mother had taken ten years earlier.
How does one go through experiences like this and rise again to a new normal, richer and stronger for the
experience?
Read on...
KIND REGARDS, DAVID SCHAEFFER
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