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Deadline for the June 2015 issue of Queensland on the Go issue is Monday 18 May. Email articles to qotg@guidesqld.org or mail to PO Box 739, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006.

Front Cover: Girl Guides from all over South-East Queensland participating in annual 2015 ANZAC Day march in Brisbane.

Queensland on the Go is the official newsletter of Girl Guides Queensland. Articles of interest are sought from Guiding members. Late items will not be accepted. Editor: Alison Whitehead

Girl Guides Queensland P: (07) 3357 1266 F: (07) 3357 1066 E: reception@guidesqld.org W: www.guidesqld.org

Girl Guides Queensland shall not be liable for any typographical errors, misspellings, or other inadvertent errors that appear in Queensland on the Go. Statements and opinions expressed in the magazine are those of the by-lined contributors or of the editorial staff, and do not necessarily represent the official position of Girl Guides Queensland.

All articles are subject to editing by the editor. The final decision on changes to articles belongs to the editor. Unless otherwise indicated in the text, reproduction of material in Queensland on the Go is authorised for not-for-profit Guiding use, provided that each copy contains full acknowledgement of the source. Any other reproduction in whole or in part without prior written consent of the Girl Guides Queensland Board is prohibited.

SUPPORTERS OF GIRL GUIDES QUEENSLAND

CONTENTSState Commissioner. ................................... 3National Team Report. ................................ 5

GGA News Update ...................................... 6

Noticeboard ................................................ 7

Feature: National Volunteer Week ............. 8

Around Queensland .................................. 10

Spotlight On ............................................... 11

Manager Reports ...................................... 12

Program ................................................12

Learning and Development .................13

Outdoors ............................................. 14

Resources: State Good Turn . ....................15

Olave .................................................... 19

Adviser Reports ........................................20

Arts .......................................................20

Awards ..................................................21

International ........................................ 22

Support Group ..................................... 23

Trefoil Guild .........................................24

Kindilan OECC .......................................... 25

Uplift Project ............................................. 26

Events and Trainings. ............................... 27

Great Bunya Gathering .............................30

Guide Supplies........................................... 32

Queenslandon the Go

ISSUE 166 | MAY 2015

PatronPatron of Girl Guides Queensland, Mrs Kaye de Jersey

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April was a short action packed month. It’s hard to believe April was my anniversary month. I found that preparing the Annual Report allowed me to reflect on all that has been achieved. With the induction of the new Board, I am very excited at the strategic planning and direction that has been set for the next couple of years.

First of all, I want to speak about our very successful Annual General Meeting (AGM). We had attendance of 92 members and interested community supporters. I wish to acknowledge Shannon Fentiman MP and Minister for Communities, Women and Youth, Child Safety, Multicultural Affairs and thank her for her words of encouragement and support. Our other special guests included Brisbane City Councillor Vicki Howard, Bronwyn Sheehan CEO Pyjama Foundation, Murray Stuart of QORF, Jennifer Tutin of GFS Anglican Ministry (Queensland Youth Alliance member), Scouts Queensland’s Chief Commissioner Kirsty Brown, and Scout Safe and Insurance Officer Bryan Brown.

I was most pleased that a group of our youth members were present to entertain and that the noticeable presence of many of our young women Leaders—the future of Guiding—was prominent. Special thanks to:

ʞ Elaine Callick, Southern Cross Region and your beautiful choir

ʞ 8 year old presenter, Jordan-Lee Meredith, of Aspley District (and fourth generation Guide)

ʞ Borneo Service Patrol for its excellent presentation ʞ Bronte Snowdon, Commonwealth Award recipient ʞ Specially trained Aides for their work in ensuring our

traditions were honoured with our Colour Party

At our AGM, I acknowledged the tremendous amount of work that has been achieved in 2014 working together from a platform of courage and strength. I spoke about my vision and goals coming into the role:1. Developing strong connections2. Building our membership3. Developing a strong organisational structure

It was a most enjoyable and informative night. Thanks to the many Guides who have provided positive feedback on both the AGM and the Annual Review. This Review is now available at www.guidesqld.org/annualreports for all to read.

Our first Region Managers’ Conference for the year was both a productive and entertaining weekend. The Circus theme was a great reminder of the need to work and support each other as we undertake the many roles to successfully deliver the required outcomes under the “Big Top”.

April was the month where we finalised our plans for the next three years. It is critical that Girl Guides Queensland establishes its direction through sensible strategies and develops achievable operational goals to ensure we strengthen and grow Guiding in our State! I have endeavoured to give you a brief overview of our progress to date.

Much work has been completed by the Board (previous and current) to develop the direction (Strategic Plan) for GGQ for the next 3-5 years with a particular focus on 2015-2016. I am thrilled that, as a National Organisation, we have a united strategic focus. Our strategies are specifically and intentionally aligned to the GGA strategic framework.

The next piece of work is the development of the Operational Plans and goals by the various areas within GGQ to ensure we achieve the carefully developed strategies.

I was especially pleased at the excellent work completed by the Region Managers in forming the Operational Plans for Regions. These will be rolled out to Districts and Unit Leaders. This will enable every leadership area within Guiding to understand what’s required (i.e., their contribution) to support our overall goals. Other areas are also completing the same activity. I look forward to sharing the completed plans at our next State Council meeting.

I welcome all members to join us at our State Council meetings to hear the progress and updates on the various work and projects underway in our State.The GGQ Board, in consultation with the Kindilan Management Committee (KMC), has supported a review of Kindilan.

A MESSAGE FROM OUR

STATE COMMISSIONER

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STATE COMMISSIONER

This provides the GGQ Board with a great opportunity to stop and reflect after ‘same way of working’ for over a decade to establish the direction forward and consequently recruit a new manager. Kerryn Rolley, Assistant Kindilan Manager, has agreed to step into the Manager’s role in the interim. Thanks, Kerryn, you are doing a great job! We are most fortunate to have contracted Donna Little (well known in the Outdoors sector including Guiding) to undertake the review for us. We look forward to the results.

April also saw us enjoying our Annual Awards at Government House. We are very fortunate to have such an interested and sincere Patron in Kaye de Jersey. It was a very enjoyable evening and Girl Guides Queensland once again can feel very proud of our Award recipients—eleven Queen’s

Guides, one OBP Award and eight Adult Service Awards.

Our new Board members have already attended two Board meetings plus a very productive and informative Board Induction. Considerable time was invested to ensure our Board members were clear on their roles and responsibilities and, most importantly, understand what is required of them in their roles.

I thought you might like a snapshot of the key pieces of work and projects being undertaken at both National and State levels (below).

The ANZAC Day March in Brisbane was amazing and was charged with all sorts of emotions. We had a record 250 members proudly march – 38% more than last year. This made GGQ the largest youth contingent on the day. Congratulations to all involved.

I know there were so many ANZAC activities happening in every Region. Please send in photos!

Finally, I want to say a special thank you to my little sisters (members of Charleville Lone Guides) for allowing me to join them for their weekly Unit meeting. What a great webinar was enjoyed by all—especially me! The singing was sensational as were your questions! Bravo to you!I will leave you with this quote:

“Grown-ups never understand anything by themselves, and it is tiresome for children to be always and forever explaining things to them.”- Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Yours in Guiding Velia Nicholls “Thalera”

GIRL GUIDES QUEENSLAND GIRL GUIDES AUSTRALIA

Development of GGQ Strategic Plan and supporting Operational Plans Learning and Development Review (implementation stage)

Constitution Review Olave Review

Establishment of Board-appointed Committees Australian Guiding Program (AGP) Review

Development of Terms of Reference (ToR) for all Committees to ensure consistency and clarity Awards Review

Consolidation of Regions Free Being Me Project (implementation stage)

Development of partnerships with community, corporate and government Voices against Violence Project

Development of improved reporting processes within our database Policy and Procedure Review

Development of an improved structure to increase visibility and support to our disabled and special needs Guiding community Changes to Constitution

Kindilan Review - approximately 3 months External consultant—highly consultative

Positioning Statement “Empowering Girls and Women—Empowering Humanity”

Human Resource (HR) activity - development of consistent recruitment, review and other processes Uniform Review (will commence 2015)

Development of consistent promotional material National Code of Conduct (implementation stage)

Establish a Property Committee to manage all GGQ property assets Review and update Risk Management Policy and Procedures

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As the colours of autumn fill our lives, we are led to think about the red of the poppies which were worn by many of us as we marked the 100th Anniversary of the landing on the Gallipoli peninsula in 1915. We want to take this opportunity to acknowledge all the Leaders and girls who have so ably and proudly represented Girl Guides Australia at the ceremonies held in the many town and country venues across Australia.

We are looking forward to hearing how you or your Patrol/Unit represented this special day and the work you did in completing the ANZAC Centenary Challenge. What did you learn about the Guide International Service (GIS) or perhaps you had a cooking night and made some ANZAC Biscuits? Robinette shared a special and moving ceremony in the Victorian country town of Warragul. The Guides and Scouts held a joint ceremony with special guest speaker Michael Baden Powell who shared some of his stories of his grandfather and our Founder, Lord Baden Powell.

Following on the family tradition, Susan marched in the Melbourne ANZAC Day Parade, where Guides play an important part assisting with carrying name boards and banners. In many parts of the country, Guides provided service to the ‘diggers’ cooking sausages and serving tea and coffee after the March.

All the members of all the National Department Teams (Outdoors, Program, International, Learning and Development, and Olave Program) came together in Melbourne recently for a weekend of meetings, and we would like to thank all who attended for their dedication and commitment. The weekend meeting was a great success, the benefits of which will be seen in the States and nationally in the future.

In particular, we hope that many of you have taken the opportunity to have your say in the AGP Review, whether by completing the survey, participating in a caravan or running the relevant youth member activity in your Guide Unit.

Kit and Robinette headed off during April to a rather grey and chilly Pax Lodge in London, where they met with the Chief Guides and Chief Executive Officers of Girl Guiding in Canada, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. The ‘WAGGGS Springboard Group’ formed by these four countries, have many commonalities in the way they Guide and the sharing of the great things and the opportunities was most valuable for all.

The long days of meetings were chaired and facilitated by WAGGGS Board Chair Nicola Grinstead and Acting CEO Katheryn Packer. The group was very excited to spend some time with the newly appointed CEO Anita Tiessen. Anita was looking forward to starting her role and interested to know how these Member Organisations believed WAGGGS could best support each of them in the future. A report of the outcomes of the meeting will be presented to the GGA Board at its May meeting.

Robinette also proudly represented GGA at a dinner at Admiralty House in Sydney, with the Governor General Sir Peter Cosgrove and Lady Cosgrove. The dinner recognised 10 of the leading youth organisations patronised by the Cosgroves and included the Royal Life Saving Society, the Young Endeavour Project and Life Education.

Together, the Scouts Australia Chief Commissioner Chris Bates and Robinette represented the largest group of youth in Australia and were very humbled by the honour.

Robinette Emonson Chief Commissioner

Susan Campbell and Miranda Cummings Assistant Chief Commissioners

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NATIONAL TEAM REPORT

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GGA NEWS UPDATE

ALQP AND OUTDOOR MODULESGirl Guides Australia has released new information sheets about the ALQP Outdoors Leadership Qualification and Outdoors Modules.

These are available from http://www.girlguides.org.au/leaders-and-volunteers under ALQP and Outdoor Modules.

If you have any specific questions regarding Outdoors Leaders or Outdoors Modules, contact your State Learning and Development Manager.

There is also a new summary of the current minimum First Aid requirements for Leaders, Managers, and those holding Outdoors modules in the Australian Learning and Qualification Program.

Jane Boroky National Learning and Development Manager

MISSION AUSTRALIA YOUTH SURVEYMission Australia has just launched its 2015 Youth Survey. Young people aged 15-19 years across Australia are asked to participate.

The Youth Survey asks young Australians in the survey age group what they value, where they turn for support, what issues concern them, how they are involved with their community, and their feelings about their future. In 2015, the survey focuses on community and housing as well as barriers to further education and employment.

We encourage all 15-19 year olds to participate at www.missionaustralia.com.au/youthsurvey using the unique code created for Girl Guides Australia members, 91102.

The closing date for all responses is Friday 31 July.

Kit McMahon National Executive Officer

Outdoors Leader or Outdoor Modules??? Which one is for me?

Did you know? Outdoors Leaders can also gain Outdoors modules once qualified, (eg in kayaking or camping etc.) but this is not essential to their role.

Conduct Rowing Activities For youth and adult activities Instruct & Assess Rowing Skills For youth and adult activities

Outdoors Leader is a new (primary) Leadership Role. The Outdoors Leader (OL) is a qualified member of the District or

Region Team focussing on delivering outdoor skills to the Guides. In GuideLines, there is a Position Description for this primary role. There is a Passport to complete to become a qualified Outdoors

Leader.

Outdoor Modules (Camps, Expeditions, Boating) For specialised outdoor skills with an element of risk, GGA requires those conducting the activities to complete an outdoor module. Some, but not all, require a Leadership or Management Qualification

Assessed by an Outdoor Skills Assessor Endorsed every three years Conduct a Camp Booklet Indoor Camps Outdoor Camps at Established Sites Outdoor Camps at Bush Sites Conduct an Expedition Booklet Controlled Environments Wilderness Environments

Camp Leader Training is required for each module

Conduct Canoe / Kayak Activities for youth and adult activities Instruct & Assess Canoe / Kayak Skills For youth and adult activities

Mythbusters – Check the Facts Those already appointed as a Unit or Assistant Unit Leader, as a District or Region Manager or Assistant Manager cannot also be appointed as an Outdoors Leader. TRUE UL, AUL, DM/ADM, RM/ARM and Outdoors Leaders with relevant camping or boating modules can conduct activities for their Guides and adults. TRUE

Outdoor Skills Assessors can assess Outdoor Modules that they currently hold. Must be appointed by State Outdoors Manager. See Guide Lines for the requirements of this supplementary position. TRUE More Frequently Asked Questions are available on the GGA website here: http://www.girlguides.org.au/leaders-and-volunteers/australian-learning-qualification-program/outdoor-modules.html and http://www.girlguides.org.au/leaders-and-volunteers/australian-learning-qualification-program/outdoors-leadership-qualification.html

New in 2015

Here is your chance to...

Talk to Australia Youth survey findings are widely reported in national, state and local media - often sparking

debate within the community, government and corporate sectors.

Inform Government

Youth Survey findings have contributed to recent parliamentary inquiries and federal

government research programs. Briefings have been actively sought by federal and state

government agencies. A number of policy and service briefings are given each year in order

to make sure survey findings are disseminated widely.

Stand together with us

Mission Australia and other community service organisations use the survey findings to

inform their service delivery and practice. The survey data offers a unique understanding of

the issues and concerns of young people and assists in formulating program priorities.

Take part now

missionaustralia.com.au/youthsurvey

The code below is specific to Girl Guides Australia

Please enter this code on the introduction page of the online survey

91102

About Mission Australia Mission Australia helps people regain their independence - by standing together with

Australians in need, until they can stand for themselves. We work in partnership with

vulnerable young people to steer their lives in a positive direction and make a smooth

transition into an independent adulthood. In 2013-14, we helped over 20,000 young people

through our youth services across Australia.

About the survey Mission Australia has conducted the Youth Survey every year since 2002, asking hundreds

of thousands of young people to share their concerns, values and thoughts about the

future. The Youth Survey asks young Australians aged 15-19 years what they value, where they

turn for support, what issues concern them, how they are involved with their community

and their feelings about their future. In 2015, the survey focuses on community and

housing as well as barriers to further education and employment. How to take part Please distribute the survey information and link to young people aged 15 to 19 years.

The survey is available at: missionaustralia.com.au/youthsurvey. We also have the

capacity to create individual reports based on regional or organisation-level data. These

reports are generated through the distribution of a code unique to a region, organisation

or service, which is then promoted to young people within these networks. If a minimum

of 100 young people use this code when they complete the survey, we can create an

individual report.

How the survey information is used The information gathered will be used to produce a national report, which is distributed

widely to schools, community organisations and policy makers. Each year, Mission

Australia’s Youth Survey receives a high level of media interest and is used as a key

resource across all levels of government, as well as by NGOs and youth organisations,

schools, communities and parents.

Key dates and further information The closing date for responses is Friday 31 July 2015. A full report of the findings will be

released later this year. For further information please contact Leah Cave at

youthsurvey@missionaustralia.com.au or on (02) 9219 2022.

GIRL GUIDES AUSTRALIA

NEWS UPDATE

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GIRL GUIDES QUEENSLANDInternational AdviserPurpose: To act as a liaison between all levels of GGQ on international matters including events.

Criteria: Interest and experience in International Guiding would be preferable.

A detailed job description is available by emailing hrchair@guidesqld.org. Applications close at 5.00 pm on Friday 15 May 2015.

Women of Substance AdviserPurpose: The Women of Substance Adviser is responsible for promoting Guiding to professional women to encourage them to support our programs and provide mentoring opportunities for professional and young women.

A detailed job description is available by emailing hrchair@guidesqld.org. Applications close at 5.00 pm on Friday 29 May 2015.

NOTICEBOARD

POSITIONS VACANT

Girl Guides Queensland thanks businesses and government departments who have supported Guiding by providing the following grants in March 2015:

ʞ Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport & Racing - $43 712.35 to Garradunga ʞ Brisbane City Council - $3 570.60 to Moreton Bay

Gerni For HireHelp raise funds for the Guide Archive.

We need money for pay for electricity. The dehumidifiers run 24/7 to prevent mould and the risk of any breakdown of precious archives.

Clean up around home or your Guide Hut with the use of our Gerni high pressure water cleaner. Easy to use. Donation accepted for hire of the machine.

Contact Archives by leaving a message with the Support Centre on 3357 1266 or email Jill Hogrefe at hogrefehj@hotmail.com.

Be Part of Windsor State School 150th CelebrationsWindsor State School will celebrate its 150th anniversary on 10 October 2015. The Girl Guide Archive will display past activities and historical photos. It will be an opportunity to show all aspects of Guiding to interested visitors and this will include today’s current membership.

To make this a success, we need some help on the day. Loan of memorabilia would also be appreciated.

Contact Archives by leaving a message with the Support Centre on 3357 1266 or email Jill Hogrefe at hogrefehj@hotmail.com.

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Established in 1989, National Volunteer Week is the largest celebration of volunteers and volunteerism in Australia. It provides an opportunity to highlight the role of volunteers in society and say thank you to your volunteers.

More than six million Australian volunteers give happiness to others each year. Research shows that those volunteers are happier as a result. This National Volunteer Week (11-17 May 2015), help make Australia the happiest place on earth! Whether it’s one hour of your time or an ongoing commitment, it’s easy to share your skills and interests to give happy and live happy.

Let’s do our part this month and say THANK YOU to all the volunteers that work leading and supporting Girl Guides Queensland.

Give your local volunteers a smile, a pat on the back, a thank you card, a cup of coffee . . . you will feel better for it.

Girl Guides Queensland would like to take this opportunity to stay a BRAVO-O-O to our fantastic volunteers who continue to provide 1 minute to many hours of time to our Organisation.

Source: www.volunteeringaustralia.org

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FUN FACTS ʞ Volunteers are happier, healthier and sleep

better than those who don’t volunteer — doctors should recommend it.

ʞ 96% of volunteers say that it “makes people happier”.

ʞ 95% of volunteers say that volunteering is related to feelings of wellbeing.

ʞ Volunteering results in a “helper’s high”, a powerful physical and emotional feeling experienced when directly helping others.

ʞ Just a few hours of volunteer work makes a difference in happiness and mood.

ʞ Sustained volunteering is associated with better mental health.

ʞ Altruistic emotions and behaviours are associated with greater well-being, health, and longevity.

ʞ A strong correlation exists between the well-being, happiness, health, and longevity of people who are emotionally kind and compassionate in their charitable helping activities.

ʞ The experience of helping others provides meaning, a sense of self-worth, a social role and health enhancement.

ʞ Volunteering is highly associated with greater health and happiness.

ʞ Volunteers contribute $200 billion to the Australian economy annually.

ʞ The number of volunteers in Australia has doubled from 1995 (3.2 million) to 2010 (6.1 million).

ʞ The rate of volunteering by young people in Australia increased from 16% in 1995 to 27.1% in 2010.

ʞ Of the 600 000 not for profit organisations in Australia only 60 000 have paid staff.

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AROUND QUEENSLAND

1st Imbil Guide Unit has increased its membership by 300% since 2014.

Around Queensland

Check out what Girl Guides have been doing

locally right across our great state!

www.guidesqld.org/AroundQueensland

Members of Goodna/Redbank Plains District at a recent Bunnings BBQ fundraiser.

Four Generations of Girl Guides Joanne Cowie, Shekira Smith, Anne Cowie, and Mavis Townsend - Townsville 2014

Mavis Townsend 1963 Mavis was an acting Commissioner and one of the original members of 1st Uralla Company

Anne Cowie 1963 1st Uralla Guide Company - Attending a Guide rally in Armidale, NSW.

Joanne Cowie (Flinders Region) 2nd Ross Brownies 1987 2nd Ross Guides 1990

Shekira Smith (Flinders Region) 2nd Aitkenvale Brownies 2013 2nd Aitkenvale Guides 2014

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Spotlight On...Would you like your Unit or District showcased on this page? Send an article (no more than 300 words) on your recent activities along with 2-3 photographs to qotg@guidesqld.org.

SPOTLIGHT ON

TOOWOOMBA OLAVE PROGRAM

The Olave Unit in Toowoomba is a vibrant group of young ladies who meet once a week. The Unit of 15 women engage in a large amount of personal development and social activities.

The active group is interested in immersing themselves in all Toowoomba has to offer, including attending an open-mic night at Bon Amici, soaring at Kloud9ine Trampoline Park, organising a fundraiser for a local soup van in the form of a Chain of Cardboard Cities event, hiking in local parks, and attending movie nights. The Toowoomba Olaves are slowly eating their way through the city in outlandish happy pants dining at restaurants as varied as Cioccolato, Guzman y Gomez, Hog’s Breath and Gelatissimo.

Earlier in the year, a number of members attended the incredible Alive Alert Awake Conference which was a refreshing outlook on all the program has to offer. The Unit is planning the rapidly approaching Romp on the Range, to be held over the weekend of 8-10 May, exploring the Cobb and Co. trail with other Olaves.

The Toowoomba Olave Unit is an incredibly energetic collection of ladies who are focused on bettering themselves and the community.

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By now all Leaders, Region and District Managers and parents of girls should have received an email inviting them to participate in the AGP Review.

Leaders/Managers, encourage everyone to have their say as this is our chance to be heard regarding any changes that may be made.

The next step is to give your girls the chance to have their say!

As you already know, your Unit is made up of an amazing group of unique, intelligent and passionate girls. Along with the hundreds of other Guide Units around the country, they will be the future of Guiding in Australia. This is why it is so important for your girls to have the opportunity to let Girl Guides Australia know what they would like their perfect Guiding journey to be.

We have put together a toolkit at http://bit.ly/1wYsFt0 with all the information required to organise an activity with the girls in your Unit. The Girl Consultation Kit has instructions on how you can empower your girls to give their dreams and hopes a voice. Allocate one of your regular Unit meeting times for this consultation which will ensure Girl Guides Australia hears from the girls in your Unit. Don’t forget that findings need to be sent to Girl Guides Australia no later than 31 May 2015.

STATE GOOD TURN 2015Our State Good Turn is Walking together for a healthier Queensland. This can be done at a Unit, District or Region Level. The GGQ Region Managers will supply a challenge for every month and this will be published in Queensland on the Go each month. Program Committee has been working on an internet/web-based challenge to walk around Queensland and visit each of the Regions but it is not quite ready yet.

Have a look at the resource pages in this issue of Queensland on the Go to see how this challenge will look and make a start.

Record your steps taken and submit them to Program Committee—this can be done as a Unit, District or Region. At the end of the year, we will publish how many steps Girl Guides Queensland have taken to make us all healthier.

There is also a webpage at www.healthykids.nsw.gov.au/kids-teens/kids-activities/healthy-kids-quiz.aspx which could be used as a kickstarter to see where your girls are at regarding health and fitness.

The Go Girl Badge syllabus from the Centenary packs is an excellent resource with lots of ideas that could be used in the Unit to increase activity levels. You can find this pack on the GGA website in the Leader Resources area and the badge is available for purchase through Guide Supplies.

By participating in this challenge, girls will be able to complete various challenges in all of the Gem Awards, Junior BP and BP Awards and earn badges in the Achieve, Create and Explorer Challenges.

I look forward to hearing how everyone is participating in this challenge. Remember to take lots of photos while you are out and about walking, and send them in to the Support Centre so we can publish them in Queensland on the Go. Most importantly, have lots of fun while doing this challenge.

Glenys (Rusty) Tredoux program@guidesqld.org

MANAGER REPORTS

PROGRAM

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I am writing my article this month having just returned from a weekend training in Charleville. Major Mitchell Region is the most geographically diverse Region in Queensland, reaching from 1-2 hours west of Toowoomba all the way out to Charleville and up to Longreach.

To watch this Region at work over the weekend was nothing short of inspiring. They tackled the challenge of planning a Region camp and will be doing it over the web with satellite camps in 4 or 5 locations across the Region, sharing the same program and menu at each location.

They planned a pre-GBG camp overcoming the 8 hours separating two of the Districts wanting to come together—they are meeting halfway so that the girls can get to know each other before the Jamboree. What are you doing in your Region to bring people together?

ALQP ENDORSED BY WAGGGSIn late March, the Australian Learning and Qualification Program was officially endorsed by WAGGGS. This is a huge achievement for all who have contributed to the review, design, trial and implementation of the ALQP over the past 31/2 years. Thank you!

The endorsement also allowed those training team members who have been appointed to the position of Trainer and who have not received their WAGGGS Trainer pins to be presented with these at the GGQ AGM. Congratulations to Cathy Crittenden, Tanya McPherson, Caitlin O’Keeffe, Lynne Price and Donna Thompson.

UPDATED PASSPORTSUpdated Unit Leadership, Outdoors Leadership, Region Management and District Management passports and associated documents have been released and are available at www.girlguides.org.au/leaders-and-volunteers/australian-learning-qualification-program.html.

Each Passport has a one page summary of the Qualifications, designed to be used as a recruiting tool when discussing the requirements with potential Leaders and Managers. Also included are:

ʞ Induction (Leadership roles) which may be useful for inducting Unit Helpers

ʞ Learning Plan and Records for use by the Learning Partner to help her keep track of the progress of those she is supporting

Leaders and Managers currently working on their ALQP qualification can continue to use their printed Passport. However, all other Leaders and Managers, Learning Partners and State Office staff are to refer to the updated documents from now on, and discard any previous versions.

Robyn Gibbs Learning and Development Manager training@guidesqld.org

MANAGER REPORTS

LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT

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ADVISER REPORTS

When camping, remember the Leader-to-girl ratios. Check out Guide Lines for more information.

A girl running a Patrol camp for Trefoil 3 needs to be 14 years old. A Patrol consists of approximately 6 people. A Leader also needs to be within calling distance of where the girls are camping. Multiple Patrols can camp, cook, etc. in Patrols, but the Leader-to-girl ratio must still be followed.

When at camp, the LiC should have a copy of her Risk Management Plan at camp. She should also have all participants’ ADM27 forms, First Aid forms to record medications and incident forms. These can be found on the GGQ website. It is recommended that all these forms be kept in a folder at camp.

Duke of Edinburgh registrations are now online. (Answer ‘Girl Guides Queensland’ to the question ‘Who is your award Unit?’ in the box.)

Forward your confirmation email to outdoors@guidesqld.org. It will be forwarded to the GGQ Duke of Edinburgh Liaison so that we can let you know when practice journeys occur.

Donna Thompson Outdoors Manager outdoors@guidesqld.org

All Adventurous Activities must be ratified by Girl Guides Queensland prior to any activity taking place.A current list of ratified instructors and venues for Adventurous Activities is held by the AA or Outdoors Consultant in each Region or the Region Manager where there is no Consultant. She must be consulted before you take your Guides to participate in an Adventurous Activity. If you are unable to contact the relevant Consultant in your Region, contact the State Adventurous Activities Adviser to ensure that the venue or person you want to use is still ratified. If no ratification is held by GGQ, complete a QF.AA.02 form and submit to the GGQ Outdoors Committee.This is a must.Sandra Mackie Adventurous Activities Adviser adventurousactivities@guidesqld.org

OUTDOORS

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RESOURCES

MAY BISCUIT WALKM AKE A PLANA RRANGE A SUITABLE TIME TO WALKY OU AND A PARTNER B ISCUIT SELLING CAN BE FUNI NVOLVE YOUR PATROLS UNSCREEN/HATC OUNT YOUR STEPS AS YOU GOU P AND DOWN HILLS TOOI MPROVE YOUR PACE AND TIMET HANKS WITH A SMILE W ATER BOTTLEA LWAYS KEEP PARENTS INFORMEDL EAP INTO THE CHALLENGEK EEP A RECORD OF DISTANCE, TIME AND NUMBER OF STEPS

RESOURCES

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Our State Good Turn for 2015 is Walking together for a healthier Queensland. This can be done at a Unit, District or Region Level. This issue’s monthly Challenge is from Brisbane North and Capricorn Regions.

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WALKING TOGETHER FOR A HEALTHIER QUEENSLAND

RESOURCES

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We made it and what an adventure!

15 minutes = 1km

= 1,312 steps

Activity could include:Running, walking, cycling, active game, yoga, zumba, dance, participate in the Region Challenges and the Go Girl Challenge.

Have a look at each Region and find an interesting item/event/food that happens in that Region. Run an activity in the Unit that celebrates this—girls could then earn the Region badge for that region

Have weekly updates to show progress and celebrate when each Region is reached—send the results into Program Committee and we will publish in Queensland on the Go.

9,207.71Total kilometres

walked throughout Queensland.

REGION TRAVEL DISTANCE

Brisbane North Region GGQ Support Centre to Ferny Hills 14.13km

Ferny Hills to Bracken Ridge 18.69km

Andrew Petrie Region Bracken Ridge to Clontarf 11.29km

Clontarf to Burpengary 18.79km

Sunshine Coast Region Burpengary to Landsborough 44.18km

Landsborough to Cooroy 56.71km

Wide Bay Region Cooroy to Maryborough 132.62km

Maryborough to Bundaberg 109.56km

Curtis Region Bundaberg to Biloela 208.33km

Biloela to Gladstone 118.5km

Capricorn Region Gladstone to Emerald 371.26km

Emerald to Rockhampton 274.16km

Dalrymple Rockhampton to Moranbah 405.85km

Moranbah to Mackay 190.84km

Tropical North Region Mackay to Innisfail 656.81km

Innisfail to Weipa 894.08km

Flinders Region Weipa to Mount Isa 1884.57km

Mount Isa to Charters Towers 771.82km

Major Mitchell Region Charters Towers to Longreach 642.17km

Longreach to Charleville 516.37km

Southern Border Region Charleville to Goondiwindi 587.62km

Goondiwindi to Warwick 201.31km

Darling Downs Region Warwick to Murgon 281.98km

Murgon to Toowoomba 198.99km

Moogerah Region Toowoomba to Ipswich 89.54km

Ipswich to Beaudesert 73.08km

Gold Coast Region Beaudesert to Tugun 82.03km

Tugun to Logan Village 80.48km

Moreton Region Logan Village to Victoria Point 41.87km

Victoria Point to Bulimba 32.64km

Southern Cross Region Bulimba to Shailer Park 54.06km

Shailer Park to Springfield Lakes 33.79km

John Oxley Region Springfield Lakes to Sherwood 19km

Sherwood to Moggill 18.13km

Moggill to GGQ Support Centre 23.46km

RESOURCES

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RESOURCES

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QUEENSLAND OLAVE COMMITTEEWe need you! Did you know that there is a Queensland Olave Program Committee? It’s a rather small hard working Committee that frequently works behind the scenes on lots of different and interesting Olave things! Recently, we have been working on exciting things such as the new Olave Program Framework, Olave Program Ignite, and other secret squirrel business we can’t reveal yet! If you would like to get involved in the Queensland Olave Program Committee, email olave@guidesqld.org and tell us a little about yourself.

STATE AWARDSAchievement of the OBP Award is an outstanding effort, with Caitlin McGrath showing strong sedulous commitment to self-development, service and personal challenge. The Olave Baden Powell Award, for adult members within the Olave Program, is the peak achievement. Caitlin’s hard work and diligence was recognised at the recent State Awards Presentation held at Government House on Friday 17 April 2015.

Mrs de Jersey presented the Awards and it was a wonderful opportunity to acknowledge Caitlin and other State awardees. Reflecting on the completion of her OBP, Caitlin says,

“When I started my OBP I didn’t realise what a journey it would be! In completing my challenges, I was able to learn new skills, visit new places and make new friends from all over the world. A highlight for me was completing a four-day canoeing trip along the St Croix River between America and Canada (without capsizing

once—I couldn’t believe it!). I have had a great time completing my OBP and would love to hear from other Olaves taking up the challenge”.

Any Olaves interested in the amazing opportunity that is the OBP Award are encouraged to visit the Olave Awards page on the Girl Guide Queensland website, or email olave@guidesqld.org for further information.

OLAVE IGNITEBig thanks to all who completed the survey about our priorities for Olave Program Ignite! We know you are keen for us to focus on revising the Olave Program Framework, as well as increasing the visibility and awareness of the Olave Program throughout Guiding, so watch this space!

Rebecca Atkins Olave Manager olave@guidesqld.org

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Olave Baden Powell Award Recipient Caitlin McGrath (left) and State Olave Manager Rebecca Atkins.

MANAGER REPORTS

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ADVISERS REPORTS

Craft of the MonthYou will need:• Pattern template• Different colours of felt

• Pin or brooch clip• Buttons and beads, to decorate

What to do:1. Use the pattern (available at www.guidesqld.org/library and cut

out a bird and its wing using different coloured felt.2. Attach a pin or brooch clip on the back behind the wing.3. Decorate the bird with felt circles, buttons and beads.4. Sew a small bead on for the eye.5. You have a present for Mother’s Day!6. If you want to be really clever, cut out two body pieces, blanket

stitch around, and stuff the body before you finish sewing it up!

BIRD BROOCH FOR MOTHER’S DAY

Instructions for all ‘Crafts of the Month’ can be found on the GGQ website at www.guidesqld.org/craft

Carr Cup Carr Cup forms are due in by 31 May. These must be in hardcopy format so that they can be judged. Ask your District Manager for the form (it should be in the District Mail) or contact me for a copy. All Units in the District need to submit a form—regardless of how little they have done—so that the District can be in the competition. The CUP is waiting for you!

MACADAMIA (Music, Arts, Craft And Drama, And Merriment In Action), an arts camp specifically for the 14+ age group, will be held over the weekend of 17-19 July. Cost for this camp is $90. Encourage your Guides to apply online as soon as possible as numbers are limited to around 24 Guides.

Song of the MonthThe Song of the Month for May is an old campfire favourite, Softly Falls The Light Of Day. It is number 233 in Let’s Sing, and can be found on page 90 in the out of print blue book Around the Campfire. It is traditionally sung at the end of a Campfire and is also known as Canadian Vespers. Let me know if you would like the music.

Dorami Keyt arts@guidesqld.org

“MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE” CHALLENGE

This is a Challenge set by the Arts Committee (based on a similar challenge from Kent East UK) and has a beautiful badge that you can earn. Download the syllabus at www.guidesqld.org/arts or contact your Region Arts Consultant. Once the syllabus is completed, order the badge by completing the form on the back of the syllabus. Cost of the badge is $1.75 plus postage.

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FRIDAY 17 APRIL 2015

GOVERNMENT HOUSE AWARDS PRESENTATION

On 17 April, the Annual Awards presentation was held at Government House. Once again, it was an exciting and memorable occasion.

The evening was hosted by our Patron, Mrs Kay de Jersey, together with her husband, the Governor of Queensland, Mr Paul de Jersey. Mrs de Jersey commented on her continued involvement with Girl Guides Queensland and the relevance of Guiding in today’s society.

Mrs De Jersey presented Queen’s Guide Awards to some amazing young women and Good Service Awards to a number of dedicated Leaders.

The Awards Committee congratulates the recipients and acknowledges the high level of achievements of the Queen’s Guide awardees as well as the continuous commitment of the adult members.

Several of the Queen’s Guide awardees have already made a further commitment to adult leadership and proudly wore the adult uniform.

Siegrid Matheve Awards Adviser awards@guidesqld.org

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Sangam, Pax Lodge, Our Chalet and Our Cabana—these are our four World Centres—and they offer a variety of programs for everyone:

ʞ WAGGGS selected events such as Helen Storrow, Juliette Lowe, and World Centre seminars which require completion of all sections of the online application, reference checks, an interview and selection by either GGA or WAGGGS or both.

ʞ World Centre volunteers whose interview may be conducted by the World Centre or by GGA if requested to do so by the World Centre. GGA online application (but not the personal statement/state assessment sections) and the World Centre application are to be completed.

ʞ World Centre programs which are available to all members and for which there is no interview, no personal statement and no selection process. You are still required to register details on the GGA online application/database and to complete the World Centre booking.

ʞ Individual/group independent visits where groups complete INT 14 Application for Group to camp or holiday overseas. Contingent Leader/individuals make all arrangements with the World Centre. Individuals inform the State International Adviser of World Centre travel arrangements.

ʞ Details of the different programs on offer can be found by visiting the websites of each World Centre or by contacting the State International Adviser or your Region International

Consultant. Sangam is currently advertising Essence of India 2 and 3, Arts 4 Exchange (very popular—books out almost a year in advance), and Be the Change MDG 6. Further World Centre programs are due to be released shortly. Rover Week at Our Chalet is also very popular.

How can you support the World Centres?

Become a member of Friends of the World Centres. GGQ currently has 56 FOWC members.

Annual fees for email membership are: ʞ $5 per youth member ʞ $10 per adult members ʞ $15 per Unit / Trefoil Guild

You will receive four newsletters per year, filled with the latest news from the World Centres, as well as program and fundraising ideas. Your contribution will also help to provide life changing international experiences to girls and women from around the world.

The application form is available on the GGQ website at www.guidesqld.org/forms.

Joy Ord International Adviser international@guidesqld.org

ADVISERS REPORTS

INTERNATIONAL Our Cabana is a beautiful Girl Guiding World Centre and I was honoured to represent Australia in Mexico. If I could do it again, I definitely would like to. Our Cabana is having an event in November this year to do a Turtle Conservation project which I would love to go to, but unfortunately do not have the funds for. I highly recommend Our Cabana to anyone. I have made friends to last a lifetime, and I have memories that will last forever.

- Tara Witney, participant at a New Year event

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I have continued to be busy visiting Districts for Annual General Meetings of Support Groups and District Support Teams.

Hervey Bay District AGM (top left) was held on Sunday 22 March with a good attendance of parents, Leaders and community representatives. The District has approximately 60 girls in several Units who have had a busy year of Guiding with an ANZAC Parade, abseiling, making and sailing boats for the Recycle Regatta, completing Junior BP and BP badges as well as attendance at the Youth Leadership weekend. District Manager Sharon Hay thanked the Leaders and Support Group members for their help over the past year.

Deception Bay District AGM was held on Wednesday 25 March with good attendance. Reports were given by the President, Acting District Manager and Leaders. The Units all had a busy year of activities and working on badges, and the Support Group kept the Guide hut in good order and did fundraising for several projects.

The Assistant State Commissioners and the Support Group Adviser attended. Thanks were given for the contributions that had been given by Leaders and Support Group members during the year.

Photo (top right) President Peter Harris, Treasurer Narelle Litster, Secretary Gavin Dale, Acting District Manager Sandra White, and Support Group Adviser Joy Millett at the Deception Bay District AGM.

In her report for 2014, Melinda Stack, President of the Bundaberg Support Group, said that the small and dedicated Support Group had a very active year supporting Guiding. It catered at Agrotrend, sold Guide biscuits and organised a pie drive. With the proceeds, they purchased a full-sized refrigerator for the Guide room and new camping equipment. They are currently working on installing donated kitchen cupboards.

As well as fundraising, members of the Support Group have helped at weekly meetings, District camps,Regions camps, Thinking Day activities and the ANZAC Day Parade. Melinda thanked Ann Vautin, District Manager, and the other Leaders for all they do for the girls.

Thanks to all the Districts that have sent their Annual General Meeting forms and reports to their Region Manager. If your District hasn’t done so, attend to this as soon as possible.

Joy Millett Support Group Adviser supportgroup@guidesqld.org

ADVISERS REPORTS

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Sue Hawkins TrefoilGuild@guidesqld.org

The State Trefoil Biennial Gathering will be held over the weekend of 2-4 October 2015 at Kindilan. Application forms have recently been sent to Guilds all over Queensland. Members are asked to send in ideas for the State Good Turn for the next two years as well as Agenda and Discussion items.

The Jessie Bailey Memorial Fund Grant is again available for guides going to camps or events in 2015 who may require some assistance with travel costs or camp fees. Guides must apply in writing to the State Trefoil Guild Adviser stating

the reason for requesting funding including the benefits this funding will create, the applicant’s details including GGQ membership number, and their Unit, District or Region. The application should also be supported by a letter from the girl’s Leader. The Guide should also provide a report to the State Trefoil Guild Adviser after the camp or event.

Congratulations to Wendy Leabeater from Centenary Trefoil Guild who received the Emu Award at the GGQ AGM in March.

Margie Reid Chatter Editor

Longest serving member of Aspley Guild, Lois Roberts, with the newest member, Dot Stephens, cutting the 36th birthday cake.

TREFOIL GUILD

Emily NollerLeader in Training - 2nd Jindalee Junior Guide Unit, John Oxley Region

Emily commenced Guiding 10 years ago as a Junior Guide and has progressed through the Movement. She loves being with the younger girls sharing her love of Guiding. She became a Junior Leader and, on turning 18 years, commenced Leader training.

She has grown from a shy girl into a confident young Leader and the girls love her. She is enthusiastic and reliable, and shows very good leadership skills. She has introduced new games and skills to the Unit.

Emily has a love of animals and implemented a service project in the Unit where the girl collected socks for injured guinea pigs so they don’t scratch themselves. She also volunteers at the RSPCA.

The GEM Award is awarded to an adult member of GGQ who “Goes the Extra Mile”. Nominate a Guide Leader today by completing a GEM Nomination form (QF.AW.05) available on the GGQ website.

ADVISERS REPORTS

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STAFF UPDATESKerryn Rolley is the Acting Manager until a new Manager is appointed.

UPDATES AND REMINDERS: ʞ There are a number of additional park

benches in the beautified picnic area near the Canoe Shed.

ʞ Payment of Kindilan invoices by the due date is appreciated.

ʞ With the cooler months fast approaching, campfire areas will be utilised. Ensure that fires are extinguished fully and that the campfire pits are clear and tidy upon departure.

ʞ When arranging ratified instructors for facilitating activities at Kindilan, advise us of the instructor’s name, phone number and whether the instructor is a Guide or Scout member. This is important to ensure that keys are left out for the instructor to collect. Previously when Guide groups have booked activities and are using a ratified instructor, we have left the activity keys with the paperwork for the group leader. We will now leave the activity keys for the instructor rather than the group leader. Keys for activity areas will be left in the pigeon hole boxes at the front of the office with the instructor’s name outlined for collection.

ʞ Upon departure, ensure that you have left behind your paperwork including the report on facility use form, accurate guest attendance on the guest register, temperature report and the self-catering schedule.

ʞ When camping outdoors, be careful where you set up your tents in the campgrounds. Remember to look up and not camp directly under trees for your safety.

KINDILAN’S FAMILY ADVENTURE FUN DAYKindilan’s Family Adventure Fun Day is locked in for Saturday 22 August. Save this date in your calendar for a fun-filled day out and about with friends and family.

USING OPEN SPACES, FACILITIES AND ACTIVITY AREASContact us to advise if you would like to use specific areas such as the shelters, campfire circles and parade area or BBQs. These are communal spaces and facilities; however, this assists with identifying use so that we can notify others booked at the same time. Contact us to book activity spaces as soon as possible as often there are numerous programs running over weekends and limited sessions are available.

Yolande Sur Client Services Manager cst@kindilan.net.au

Kindilan OECCCnr Days Rd and German Church Rd, Redland Bay P: 3206 7291 F: 3829 0026 E: cst@kindilan.net.au www.kindilan.net.au

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EVENTS& TRAININGS

Many women live without one

RECYCLE YOUR BRA

In many regions second hand bras are cheap enough, but rarely available. A new bra, if available at all, can cost 10-30 hours wages.

Shooting Stars Trefoil Guild is organising this Guiding collection of bras and new underpants on behalf of Uplift Bras.

How your bra helps: ʞ Bras allow the dignity of a dry shirt and the comfort of

support for nursing mums. ʞ Women and girls prefer to have a bra for social and work

situations. ʞ A mastectomy bra offers a boost in self-confidence. ʞ Bras control breast swing when women bend to ground

level to farm or cook. ʞ In humid climates rashes, fungal infections and abscesses

occur between the breast and the chest wall. Bras help by allowing air flow.

We collect second hand: ʞ 8-16 A-D cup, good condition ʞ 18+, any conditions ʞ E+ cup, any size. ʞ Nursing bras/crop tops ʞ Mastectomy bras and Prostheses Swimwear ʞ New underpants, ages 8+

Uplift bras have supplied to many countries including Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Solomon Islands, Cook Islands and Botswana.

Collections occurring in May and June.

Drop off at:Girl Guides Queensland Support Centre Unit 1, 132 Lutwyche Road Cnr Nicholas Street, Windsor QLD

ORBrisbane City Councillor Victoria Newton’s office 61 Cliff Street, Sandgate

OR Contact Katrina on 0412 522 927

The bra she receives from Uplift Project is

often the only bra that woman owns.

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FOLLOW US TODAY ON OUR SOCIAL

NETWORK @GirlGuidesQueensland @guidesqld

UPLIFT PROJECT

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QUICK GUIDEMay (Biscuit Month)2 Canoe Roster Day, Kindilan2 Archery Roster Day, Kindilan2-3 Advanced Youth Leadership3 Abseil Roster Day, Kindilan9 Guiding Orientation Webinar13 Guiding Orientation Webinar16 National Biscuit Day17 Guiding Orientation Webinar22-23 Introduction to Abseiling22-24 Girls Arts Camp, Kindilan22-24 Canoe Skills Training, Cairns22-24 Abseiling Level 1, near Maryborough27 Guiding Orientation Webinar30 Canoe Roster Day, Kindilan30 Learning Partner Training, Kindilan30 Archery Roster Day, Kindilan30 Low Ropes Roster Day, Kindilan30-31 Leadership Qualification Training30-31 Leadership Insights Training

June3 Guiding Orientation Webinar 5 World Environment Day9 Guiding Orientation Webinar9 Keeping Children Safe Webinar12-14 Capricorn Region Training20-21 Gold Coast Region Training21 Guiding Orientation Webinar27 Expedition Leader Training27-28 Camp Leader Training27-28 Archery Course, Burrum Heads28 Guiding Orientation Webinar30 Food Safety Training

UPCOMING TRAININGSThe following trainings are now open for registration on the GGQ website. For details, login at www.guidesqld.org/whatson. Instructions detailing how to register for a training are available at www.guidesqld.org/library. For further enquiries, contact Carla on 3357 1266 or email CarlaB@guidesqld.org.

Browns Plains Girl Guides attending the Great Bunya Gathering invite you to

AFTERNOON TEA AND CENT AUCTION

Date: Sunday 31 MayTime: 2.00 pm-4.00 pmVenue: Browns Plains Guide Hut 5 Berkley Drive, Browns PlainsCost: $10 per person (includes afternoon tea, 1 sheet of tickets for the cent auction, and a lucky door ticket)RSVP: essential by Friday 22 May to Debbie Frost by emailing kiwa.debbie@gmail.com

22-24 May Canoe Skills Training, Barrabadeen Scout Camp, Cairns

30 May Learning Partner Training Kindilan

30-31 May Leadership Qualification Training Kindilan

30-31 May Leadership Insights Training Kindilan

9 June Keeping Children Safe Webinar

12-14 June Capricorn Region Training Rockhampton

20-21 June Gold Coast Region Training Gold Coast

27 June Expedition Leader Training Brisbane

27-28 June Camp Leader Training Sunshine Coast

30 June Implementing Food Safety Webinar

EVENTS& TRAININGS

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EVENTS & TRAININGS

OUTDOORSAbseil Roster Days

Date: 19 JulyVenue: KindilanCost: $15Open to: Ages 12+ onlyContact: Contact Mary Belward on 0409 846 040 or email abseiling@guidesqld.org for more information.

Introduction to Abseiling on an Artificial SurfaceDate: 22-23 May (training finishes at 4.00 pm on 23 May)Venue: Aldershot Scout Campgrounds, near MaryboroughCost: $80 (includes accommodation and food)Transport: To be organised by the individual Locals are willing to collect those from out of town from Maryborough Train StationOpen to: Guides aged 12-14 years oldContact: Lysbeth Corney by emailing lysbethcorney@bigpond.com

Abseiling Level 1VET Modules covered:• Demonstrate abseiling skills on artificial surfaces• Safeguard an abseiler using a single rope belay

system• Minimal Impact (not in Scouts Level 1)• Follow occupational health and safety policies (not

in Scouts Level 1) Date: Commencing 7.30 pm on 22 May and finishing at 2.00 pm on 24 MayVenue: Aldershot Scout Campsite, near MaryboroughCost: $150 (includes accommodation, food, VET accredited trainer and Certificate)Open to: Guides aged 14+ yearsContact: Lysbeth Corney by emailing lysbethcorney@bigpond.com

Tinbeerwah and Ngun Ngun ExpeditionDate: 15-16 AugustVenue: Saturday 15 August at Mt Ngun Ngun Sunday 16 August at Mt TinbeerwahCost: $35 per day plus accommodation at Glasshouse Guide hut ($10 per person per night) plus food (self-cater weekend)Transport: To be organised by participantsOpen to: Any Guide or adult who has attended an Introduction to Abseiling CourseContact: Lysbeth Corney by emailing lysbethcorney@bigpond.com

Archery CourseDate: 27-28 JuneVenue: Burrum Heads Guide hut, north-west of Hervey BayCost: $230 plus accommodation (available at Burrum Heads for $10 per person per night) plus food (self-cater weekend) Cost includes VET trainer, use of equipment, booklets, Certificates and postage. Dinner on Saturday night at local hotel at participant’s own expenseTransport: To be organised by participant Locals are willing to collect those from out of town from Maryborough or Howard Train StationsOpen to: Guides aged 15+ years Guides under 18 years will not be able to lead archery sessions until they are 18 years old and are assessed as able to lead a sessionContact: Lysbeth Corney by emailing lysbethcorney@bigpond.com

Archery Roster DaysDates: 30 May, 12 September, 17 October, 14 NovemberVenue: KindilanCost: $8 per participant per session (length of session depends on group size)Open to: All membersContact: Robyn Hulbert by emailing robynhulbert@bigpond.com

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EVENTS & TRAININGS

Canoe Roster DaysCanoe Roster Days are provided to allow youth and adult members to try canoeing with an emphasis on having fun rather than serious instruction. Each day has 3 x 2-hour sessions. For those members who hold an FDO12 module, this is an excellent way of working up hours for your log book.

At times we may not be able to have GGQ Canoe Activity Leaders taking the sessions and the people who have booked these sessions will be advised. They will have an opportunity to book Kindilan Outdoor Education instructors for these sessions and pay the relevant rates.

Dates: 30 May, 12 September, 17 October, 14 NovemberVenue: Lake Lowanna, KindilanCost: $8 per participant, with a minimum payment of $30RSVP: At least one month before the required date. If there are no bookings or enquiries are late, canoe roster dates will be cancelled.Contact: Caitlin O’Keeffe by emailing canoeroster@guidesqld.org

Low Ropes Roster DaysDates: 30 May, 12 September, 17 October, 14 NovemberVenue: KindilanCost: $8Open to: All membersContact: Donna Thompson by emailing outdoors@guidesqld.org

THINGS TO DOVisit kokodachallenge.com and check this Junior Games Challenge.

Guiding Orientation Webinar

Saturday 9 May 5.00 pm

Wednesday 13 May 8.00 pm

Sunday 17 May 2.30 pm

Wednesday 27 May 8.00 pm

Wednesday 3 June 8.00 pm

Tuesday 9 June 8.00 pm

Sunday 21 June 3.00 pm

Sunday 28 June 3.00 pm

Friday 3 July 9.00 pm

Sunday 12 July 4.00 pm

Monday 20 July 9.00 pm

Tuesday 28 July 8.00 pm

This free webinar is designed to introduce new Leaders to Guiding. Login and visit www.guidesqld.org/LandD for detailed instructions of how to join the webinar.

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Welcome to all the Girl Guides and Leaders who have elected to come to the Great Bunya Gathering this coming September … you are among over 2 500 other Girl Guides and Leaders from more than 10 nations attending!

Woo hoo! What FUN we have in store for you all! More on that later …Firstly a few reminders now registration has closed:

ʞ Have you uploaded your photo to the GBG website at www.greatbunyagathering.com.au using your unique registration number?

ʞ Have you made your initial $200 deposit payment? Remember the balance of payment is due on 30 July 2015!

ʞ Have you looked at the kit list at www.greatbunyagathering.com.au/girls-information and started thinking about what equipment you need to get?

ʞ You will be given a unique code to label your kit so don’t start until this is allocated. All information coming by the end of July.

ʞ Have you completed the Pre-Camp Challenge?

Welcome GBG CAMPERS

VISIT www.greatbunyagathering.com

If mention of the Pre Camp Challenge is new to you, go to www.greatbunyagather.com.au/pre-camp-challenge and have a look at the requirements. The Jamboree Committee would like to see all girls have a go at the Challenge as it is designed to get you ready for ‘bush camping’ conditions. This is especially important for girls moving to older age groups mid-year, or who are inexperienced campers. You can get a fabulous badge for completing the challenge, available through Guide Suppliesat shop.guidesqld.org (Product code #105).

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25th SEPTEMBER - 3rd OCTOBER 2015GREAT BUNYA GATHERING

CostGuides $995AUD

Leaders $720AUD

www.greatbunyagathering.com.au

AUSTRALIAN GIRL GUIDE INTERNATIONAL JAMBOREE

LocationLake Somerset South East QLD

SQUIRM

Mud Bush Obstacle Course

SQUISH

Croquet, Swimming,

Aqua Balls, Messy Area, Water Guns,

Wet Volley Ball, Frisbie Golf

SPLINTER

Spray Paint, Making Musical Instruments,

Pottery, Running of the Colours

SPLAT

Circus Skills, Clowns, Face

Painting

SPLASHCanoeing, Kayaking, Rafting, Water Toys,

Water Obstacle Course, Coracles, Paddle

BoardingHigh

Ropes, Low Ropes, Abseiling, Rock Wall and

Crate Climbing.

SWING

A camp where everyone is gathered to share the..

Guiding Spirit

WHOLE DAY OFFSITE ACTIVITIES (for all attendees)

Dreamworld, Australia Zoo, Brisbane City & South Bank fun.

OVERNIGHT ACTIVITIES (14+ only)

Surfing & Paddleboarding, Abseiling-Glasshouse Mountains, Kayaking, Photography and Bush walking… more coming soon!

Many Regions and Districts are organising camps in the next few months specifically to equip those less experienced campers with skills, with their own Leaders on hand to guide them. It can be daunting for less confident, younger girls to come to a big international camp without some prior knowledge of outdoor camping. By far, our biggest registration age has been the 10-12 year olds and we want them to have a great experience as well as the older girls! If you haven’t organised a camp yet Leaders—get going, time is running out!

Very soon webinars will be released for Leaders attending to complete. You will be notified by email when these are available. All can be completed in the comfort of your own home and will be concise.

Start thinking about what Worlds you would like to visit on camp. And what overnight (14+ years only) and full day adventures you would like to try! All these choices will be notified soon by email.

Guide Supplies

OPENING HOURS Tuesday - Friday 10.00 am to 4.00 pm Closed Monday, Weekends and Public Holidays

Phone (07) 3357 1099 Fax (07) 3357 1066Email guidesupplies@guidesqld.orgLocation Unit 1, 132 Lutwyche Road, Windsor

How to Order

SELECTED STYLES AND SIZES ONLY626 Junior ¾ blue shirt sizes 8, 10, 18 was $35 NOW $27

627 Girls Hoodie sizes A18, A20 was $35 NOW $25

630 Girls Fleece jacket C20, C22 was $30 NOW $20

630 Girls Fleece jacket A16-A22 was $35 NOW $25

629 Leaders hoodie size A6-A8 was $35 NOW $25

629 Leaders hoodie size A24-A32 was $39 NOW $29

632 Leaders fleece jacket size A22-A32 was $40 NOW $30

622-623 Leaders ¾ stripe dress shirt size A20 was $50 NOW $35

622-623 Leaders ¾ stripe dress shirt size A22-A32 was $55 NOW $40

624-625 Leaders S/S stripe dress shirt size A20 was $48 NOW $35

624-625 Leaders S/S stripe dress shirt size A22-A28 was $53 NOW $40

617 Girls polo size C20 was $26 NOW $18

618 Tweens polo size A16-A20 was $32 NOW $20

619 Teens polo size A20 was $32 NOW $22

619 Teens polo size A22-A24 was $36 NOW $26

620-621 Leaders polo size A28-A34 was $36 NOW $25

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