Our versatile vollies This week€¦ · couple of weeks looking after the Robbie Robbins Rodeo where Warren Purse's son, Terry, took out a trophy for hanging onto a bull longer than

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Our versatile vollies – Frank Dunstan

Last Sunday morning very early there was a lot of radio traffic over the

Bushfires NT network about what seemed to be a small wildfire at Berry

Springs. Knowing the area and all the gamba grass in that country it was no

real surprise to have that small wildfire become a major event with the

Territory Wildlife Park and Berry Springs Nature Park evacuated and closed,

both being downwind of the fire and under potential threat.

St John volunteers were there, albeit in different uniforms. Sue-Ellen Skinner

of Humpty Doo Division was there as crew on the Lambells Lagoon Medium

Attack Vehicle and later on traffic control at the Cox Peninsular & Hopewell

Roads junction.

I had gone along with my camera for the opportunity to take photos without

having to worry about fire fighting – big mistake. I ended up running a drip

torch and on the back of a Grass Fire Unit (GFU) manning a fire hose for the

rest of the day, at wildfires south of Batchelor on Monday, back there Tuesday

for the mop up and currently have a GFU parked outside my back door.

Sue-Ellen Skinner and Steve Solomon of Lambells Lagoon Volunteer Bushfire Brigade

on mop up duty

St John Ambulance Australia (NT)

Weekly Newsletter Thursday 01 October 2009

This week:

Our versatile vollies

Humpty Doo

Kit List subcommittee

Mental Health Carers NT

Cellarbrations Sports

Charity Lunch

Cadet First Aid

Competitions

First Responder Assessors

Young Achiever Awards

Coming events

From the Volunteer Office

Training

Contacts:

Volunteer Coordinator

Gwyn Balch 08 8922 6205

[email protected]

Vollie News editor

Frank Dunstan 08 8988 6751

0429 886751

[email protected]

Links:

St John Ambulance Australia (NT)

www.stjohnnt.org.au/

St John Ambulance Australia

Members’ website

www.stjohn.org.au/

Order of St John

www.orderofstjohn.org

Contact Gwyn to subscribe to an

email copy of this newsletter

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Thursday 1st October 2009

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Humpty Doo – Greg Payne

Humpty Doo have been quite busy over the last

couple of weeks looking after the Robbie Robbins

Rodeo where Warren Purse's son, Terry, took out a

trophy for hanging onto a bull longer than the others

in his class. His winning ride happened 5 minutes after

we patched up his head laceration.

Palmerston Adults and Humpty Doo looked after the

Gymnastic Championships. Karina and I had a couple

of Darwin cadets who were very well behaved and

enjoyed themselves.

Darcy, Emily, Yasmin & Karina

Prior to the Gymnastics, Karina and I attended the

Darwin Runners Club 10Km road race at Lake

Alexander.

Karina also attended the Drags on the previous Friday

evening and has the pictures to prove it.

I hear Lee, Angie (Palmerston) and Barbara have been

creating OB12 records (numbers of) at the BMX in

Palmerston. Lee thought it a bit improper that the

responding ambo to an abdo addressed her as

“mum”.

Of late, whenever I have needed a hand Karina was

available; it is good to have so much youthful energy

at hand. We did two days at Adelaide River with the

help of Batchelor Division, at the 2 day 180Km

Boulerdash Motorcycle Enduro.

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We must have been so well prepared that we had to

fight for two OB12's over the weekend with about 70

riders taking part. It was hot and we listened to the

Grand Final of the AFL without interruption.

Special thanks to Batchelor with Bruce, Russell, Ros

and >(Jan?)>> for giving us a bit of a sleep in. On the

way back we were asked by comms to detour via

Batchelor to pick up some equipment left over from a

previous job.

We visited Christine and Geraldine at Mindil for tea

before heading back to Humpty Doo and sleep.

Kit list subcommittee - Brian Ch'ng, Territory Nursing Officer

At a recent meeting it was decided that a

subcommittee would be formed to help develop and

choose a new standard first aid kit and kit list that

will be slowly phased into the volunteer service. I

have been appointed to chair this committee and to

ensure we obtain the best kit and devise the best

content list possible we would like to have the

opinions of a cross section of members from divisional

level right up to Territory Staff Officers. Should you

want to participate in this please indicate your

interest by emailing [email protected] We

would like to have representation from all centres and

regions across the territory. Meetings and

correspondence will take place via email with the odd

phone conference call where necessary.

This is your chance to have a say in the kits and their

contents so please voice your opinion.

Mental Health Carers Northern Territory

Notice of Annual General Meeting

The AGM will be held on 28th October 2009 at 5 pm

Venue: Engineers Australia, 14 Shepherd Street, Darwin

Those members wishing to join the Committee for nibbles following the AGM are asked to RSVP to Beverley on 8948

1051

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Cellarbrations Sports Charity Lunch

We would like to give our sincere thanks to David Bruhn, Promotions Manager / Group Co-Ordinator Independent

Brands Australia – NT and Amy Picone, Business Development Manager, Australian Liquor Marketers for choosing St

John Ambulance Volunteers as the recipients of money raised at the Sports Charity Lunch. Special guests at the

lunch were former test cricketer, Darren Lehmann and AFL high flyer, Russell Robertson. The lunch and auction of

sporting memorabilia raised over $20,000 for the volunteers.

Below is an email from David Bruhn

thanking the many people involved in

making the event such a success.

This is just a quick note to all, to say

a big THANK YOU for your help,

support and participation in the

inaugural SPORTS CHARITY LUNCH

2009.

I believe the day was a great success,

raising over $20,000 for the St John

Ambulance Volunteers NT!

A lot of work was put into the day to pull it all

together in just over 3 weeks and it would not

have been possible if it wasn't for the great

sponsors, the support of The Bottle-O and

Cellarbrations stores, and the many people that

worked hard in various areas to make the event a

success.

I would like also to make a special mention of

some key people for their huge efforts involved

with this event

Amy Picone from The Bottle-O and Cellarbrations

team for her work in helping arrange the function

and ensuring smoothing sailing on the day

The Darwin Convention Centre team for their

superb effort with great food, service and setting

Some of the sporting memorabilia at the auction

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The Lab Creative team who arranged the

entertainment as hosted Brad Elliot on the day,

they were very professional to deal with in all the

lead up work and the performances yesterday

were fantastic and I would highly recommend The

Lab Creative for any entertainment / function

needs.

We fully intend to run this as an annual event and

make it bigger and better next year!

Cheers to all for a great day!

David Bruhn.

Promotions Manager / Group Co-Ordinator

Independent Brands Australia – NT

Cadet First Aid Competition

ALICE SPRINGS

SUNDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER, 2009

Congratulations to all the competitors and thank you to competition manager, Paul Berry and his team of helpers.

We have had some terrific feedback about the Drill Competition, how smart all the cadets looked in their uniforms

and how well behaved everyone was. Congratulations to all involved. More information and photos about the

competitions and the cadet camp in next week’s edition.

Team

1st Alice Springs 2 – Kristy Janssen, Jaime Janssen, Ben Janssen

Individual

1st – Sarah McLaughlin – Band

Cadet Leader

1st – Amy McKay – Band

Drill

1st – Combined team (Darwin and Band)

Coming events

What Relay For Life What Darwin Adult Xmas Party

Where Wills Terrace, Alice Springs Where Monsoons in Mitchell Street

When Fri 9th – Sat 10th Oct 2009 When Friday 20th November 2009

Time TBA Time 7.00pm to midnight

Contact Garry Silk Contact Debbie Downs

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It’s that time of the year for you to nominate a Young Achiever- Nominate Now!

The Northern Territory Young Achiever Awards recognises the achievements of young Territorians in nine categories, do you know of an individual, group or organisation aged between 14-26 who deserve to be rewarded for all their hard work; we are urging your local achievers not to miss out!

It is free to nominate and every nominee will receive a certificate of recognition and could have the chance to win $2,000 thanks to TIO. Nominations are now open in the following nine categories.

The Charles Darwin University Arts Award

The Perkins Shipping Sports Award

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The Somerville Community Services Award

The ConocoPhillips Environment Award

The Northern Territory Government Career Achievement Award

The Power & Water Science & Engineering Award

The McArthur River Mining Regional & Rural Initiative Award

The Northern Territory Government Young Carers Award

The Minister for Young Territorians Excellence in Youth Leadership Award

Some important information to remember: nominations close Friday 27th November, so be sure to get your nomination in before then.

Nominate online at our website: http://www.awardsaustralia.com.au/YAA_nt.html

From the Volunteer Office – Gwyn Balch

VOLUNTEERS RECOGNITION & PRESENTATION WEEKEND 13TH / 14TH /15TH NOVEMBER, 2009

PROGRAM

Friday 13th Award Presentation Night 5.30pm to 7.30pm Novotel Atrium Hotel

By Invitation only Guests will include: His Honour The Administrator, Members of St John Council, Territory Officers, Superintendents, Divisional Officers

Representatives of the winning divisions Winners of the Commissioners Awards Cadets receiving awards Sponsors

Saturday 14th 9.00am – 4.00pm Meeting Day –Territory Officers & Superintendents.

Suggested Items for Agenda Mentoring Program Marketing and Promotion 2010 Business Planning Session Special Invited Guest: Peter LeCornu 7.00pm Dinner & Dancing for all adult members Kantillas, Marrara No charge for meal for members

Small charge for partners / guest Sunday 15th

09.00am Church Service - Anglican Church

2.00pm – 6.00pm Cadet BBQ / Family Fun Day Venue to be confirmed

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Nominations Required

Peter Falkland Youth Leader of the Year

The Peter Falkland Youth Leader Award is open to members of Operations Branch between the age of 16 and 25 years. The essential selection guidelines for candidates for the Award are as follows must:

- be of a minimum age of 16 years; - have completed three years of membership; - minimum of six proficiency certificates achieved (or equivalent demonstration of learning and skills

development); - minimum of 150 hours of service (public duty, other volunteer, meeting hours training hours); - completed a leadership course (Cadet NCO, CMDP or equivalent); - not previously won this award; - well developed leadership, inter-personal and communication skills and ability to represent the cadet

movement; Nominations close on 9th October, 2009

The Commissioners Awards – Cadet of the Year The Commissioners Awards – Cadet of the Year is open to all cadets and will be made each year to the person considered the most exceptional cadet from among those nominated for the award. Superintendents will nominate one cadet from their division. The successful nominee for the trophy will:

- for the period of one year following the announcement, be known as the ‘Cadet of the Year’ as appropriate;

- receive the Commissioners Awards – Cadet of the Year Trophy; - receive and wear a distinctive blue shoulder lanyard when in uniform for the year of the award; - receive and wear a silver aiguillette when attending ceremonial occasions. - act as relieving Aide-de-Camp to the Commissioner when the Peter Falkland Youth Leader is unavailable

on ceremonial occasions (such as the annual award ceremony, church parades, investiture and inspections).

Nominations close on 9th October, 2009

NT Cadet Ambassador for 2010 Young Endeavour Voyage

We are excited to announce that the St John Ambulance (NT) Council has approved sponsorship for one deserving NT Cadet to attend participate in the 2010 YOUNG ENDEAVOUR VOYAGE. The value of this sponsorship is approximately $4,000. To apply for this opportunity, you must be aged between 16 and 23 years and, if under 18 years of age, have parental permission to attend. Applications must be received by Friday 9th October, 2009 and are to be submitted via email to Kimberlee McKay, Territory Officer Cadets at [email protected] or send to Kimberlee McKay, c/- Volunteer Office. Contact the Volunteer Office for more details.

Nominations close on 9th October, 2009

National Conference

The 2010 National Conference will be held in Melbourne from Thursday 24th June 2010 until Sunday 27th June 2010.

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Training

MDP Course Dates

Kelly will be facilitating another MDP course in Darwin

Stage 1 9th - 11th October

Stage 2 5th & 6th December

The course is open to all adult members including cadet leaders and senior cadets.

Upon successful completion of the course a Certificate III in Frontline Management will be issued.

Email [email protected]

Beyondblue Training Opportunity

Session details:

Thursday 8 October

9.00 - 10.30am

Casuarina Shopping Square, 247 Trower Road, Casuarina

Session Overview

This Youthbeyondblue Training Program is designed specifically for Youth Workers, Mental Health workers, Social

workers and professionals working in the youth sector, aiming to increase awareness and understanding of the most

common mental health problems in Australia. The session runs for 90 minutes and raises awareness of the signs and

symptoms of depression, anxiety and related disorders, associated risk and protective factors, and how to adopt a

progressive approach to mental health.

Training aims and objectives

The training aims to:

Provide support to persons working within the Youth sector

Increase understanding on mental health issues, specifically depression and anxiety, as they apply to the

youth demographic

Support people working with youth in how to better identify mental health issues, how to approach this

topic and what services are available to them

Provide information on the unique position of young people and the risk factors that can apply

Promote strategies to support protective factors and positive mental health.

Training Outcomes

At the end of the session, participants will have:

1. Increased awareness and understanding about the most common mental health problems as they apply to

the youth demographic

2. Greater understanding of the impact of these disorders on the lives of people affected

3. Increased confidence in adopting a positive mental health approach and assisting someone they may be

concerned about.

To register your interest in attending this session please contact NT Mental Health Coalition on 8948 2665.