QJA Journal Winter 2018

VOLUME VOLUME 12 15 •• NUMBER NUMBER 22 •• WINTER WINTER 2015 2018

QJA - ESTABLISHED IN 1918 Official Magazine of the Queensland Justices Association

INSIDE

FROM THE 1950s

THIS ISSUE 2 COMPANY INFORMATION 3

PRESIDENT’S PAGE

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1957 EDITORIAL

5 INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY TOOWOOMBA SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM 6

BAYSIDE QPS

7 BEHIND THE SCENES AT QJA 8 THE FIRST PRESIDENT 9 CONFERENCE NEWS GALA DINNER NEWS 10 REDLAND CITY WORKSHOP REPORT 11 ROLL OF HONOUR 12 Q & A 14 REGIONAL ROUNDUP 16 REGIONAL CONTACTS INSERTS A 2018 AGM NOTICE & PROXY FORM B 2018 AWARDS NOMINATION FORM & GUIDELINES C 2019 CONFERENCE HOSTING NOMINATION

This image is the front cover of the November 1957 edition of the J.P. which was the title and style of QJA’s journal from 1956-1983.

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Board of Directors

PRESIDENT & CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD The Honourable Chief Justice

Patron

Mr Ray Burrows JP (Qual) Catherine E Holmes

Board of Directors President

Vice President

Telephone (07) 3822 1366 Mobile 0409 499 016 Email ray.burrows@qja.com.au

VICE PRESIDENTS

John Carpendale JP (Qual)

M: 0419 683 325 Telephone (07) 3812 1865 Mr Bob Pilkington JP (Qual) E: john.carpendale@qja.com.au Immediate Past President Mobile 0438 121 865 Email bob.pilkington@qja.com

Marian Vierveyzer JP(Qual) M: 0415 418 320

Telephone (07) 3389 2481 Mrs Marian E: Vierveyzer JP (Qual) marian.vierveyzer@qja.com.au Mobile 0415 418 320 Email marian.vierveyzer@qja.c Directors

Glenyce Hull JP(Qual)

M: 0439 746 219 Mr Raymond Young OAM E: glenyce.hull@qja.com.au

Joan Kennedy JP(Qual) M: 0477 510 517

Telephone (07) 4927 4155 JP (Qual) E: joan.kennedy@qja.com.au Mobile 0405 624 648 Email ray.young@qja.com.au Bronwyn McEntee JP(Qual)

Chris Lancaster OAM JP(Qual) M: 0448 504 404 E: chris.lancaster@qja.com.au

M: 0424 338 381

DIRECTORS E: bronwyn.mcentee@qja.com.au

Mr David Re Mr John Gordon JP (Qual) Telephone: (0 Mobile: 0415 589 047 Graeme Moorhouse JP(Qual) Carmelo Pasquale JP(Qual) Mobile: 0405 Email: john.gordon@qja.com.au M: 0439 964 899 M: 0408 879 182 E: carmelo.pasquale@qja.com.auEmail: dave.r E: Graeme.moorhouse@qja.com.au

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FROM THE PRESIDENT Fellow QJA members, Centenary Year QJA’s centenary year is now well and truly under way. As shown in the photos and stories within this edition of the Journal, several Branches and Contact Groups have already organised functions to present ceremonial centenary badges to those QJA members residing within their district. Many more similar functions will be held during the rest of the year at other centres throughout the State.

Of course, the culmination of this year’s celebrations will be the Centennial Conference and Gala Dinner at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on Saturday 3 November.

On the preceding evening (Friday, 2 November) a meet-and-greet function is being organised for both visitors and locals who would like to mix and socialise with colleagues, friends and partners in the lead up to Saturday’s big events. The conference eve activities include an opportunity to reserve a QJA special sunset ride on the Brisbane Wheel (at Southbank) – with a glass of bubbly included in the price. After that, participants will adjourn to a nearby restaurant for more socialising over complementary nibbles (and beverages at our own cost).

Invitations to attend the Centennial Conference and Gala Dinner have been issued to several high-profile personalities and, as we receive confirmation of these attendees, we will let you know. Confirmed attendees to this time include the Chief Justice (The Honourable Catherine Holmes) and the Lord Mayor of Brisbane (Graham Quirk).

More conference information (including a summary of the business program) is contained within this edition of the Journal. If you haven’t already registered for the QJA Centennial events, I encourage you to so without delay – because of venue restrictions, registrations will be capped at 400. This will be your only chance to attend a QJA event of this magnitude. Significant savings can be achieved by making an early-bird registration – simply visit the QJA website (www.qja.com.au) to access all the details.

Volunteer Week: 21-27 May 2018 The annual Volunteer Week provides us with an opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the outstanding work performed by all the volunteers within our community. A special congratulations and thank you to all QJA members for your ongoing volunteering efforts.

Regardless of how, when and where you volunteer your services as an honorary justice, the Queensland justice administration system could not function without the high-quality certifying, witnessing and adjudicating services you provide. So, well done!

Congratulations and thank you also to those many QJA

members who also perform volunteering roles other than as honorary justices. The exceptional efforts of the Games Shaper volunteers (including many QJA members) at the recent (and very successful) Gold Coast Commonwealth Games again reinforces the intrinsic value and satisfaction added by friendly, attentive, helpful and well-prepared volunteers. QJA directors Keith Revell and Joan Kennedy were both Gold Coast Games Shapers – perhaps you crossed their path if you were at the Gold Coast in April.

Branch Leadership Program It is with much regret that the QJA Board made the decision in late April to suspend, for the duration of 2018, the Branch Leadership Forums – an initiative which proved to be so successful and popular when introduced throughout the State in 2017. The Board remains fully committed to this ongoing program but realises that, for it to be meaningful and successful, it demands the application of a level of Board and Office resources that we are unable to commit in 2018.

The magnitude of work associated with properly organising and delivering quality centenary year events for our members (centenary badge presentation functions for each Branch regions plus the centenary conference and gala dinner) has meant that some QJA discretionary activities need to be deferred for the meantime. The Board has resolved that the Branch Leadership program will be re-activated in 2019.

Professional Development initiatives QJA prides itself in being at the forefront of professional development for our members. The QJA website includes a Member Portal (accessible only by QJA financial members) which contains a unique and comprehensive array of resources to assist members to become the best honorary justice they can be. These resources include the Professional Development section containing quizzes, PD videos (on a range of topics) and self-refresh-courses.

Many QJA members have visited the Member Portal and will be familiar with this content. If you haven’t yet done so, why not try it out now. Simply go to the QJA home page (www.qja.com.au), click on the Members tab and, when requested, enter your QJA membership number and your password.

The Member Portal professional development resources are constantly being improved, updated and supplemented. Right at the present time, QJA is developing a series of role-play videos to demonstrate the best-practice procedure for the full spectrum of activities that honorary justices are authorised to perform.

Best regards

John Carpendale, QJA President Serving Queensland’s Honorary Justices since 1918

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JOURNAL EDITORIAL - NOVEMBER 1957

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NEWS November 1957 Journal Editorial The editorial of the JP Journal in November 1957, depicted on the preivous page, reminds us of the world view at the time. This was just 12 years after the end of the second world war, and in the middle of what was commonly known as ‘the cold war’. Friction between the east and the west was heightened as the space race was in full swing. It reminds us that the more things change the more they stay the same.

We recently had the incident in the United Kingdom where two Russian citizens were alledgedly poisoned by ‘the Russians’ resulting in strained relations between the two countries. Scientists, of course, are still gravitating to richer pastuers in places such as Silicon Valley to reap the rich rewards suggested in the editorial.

International Women’s Day

The day’s events concluded with the drawing of the gala raffle for which the event organisers (Lucia Forman, Judith John and Wendy La Macchia - pictured) had secured the donation of multiple valuable prizes.

Once again, the holding of this IWD event raised funds to allow QJA to make a donation to the United Nations Fund for Women. To view a slideshow of photos from this event, eJournal readers should click here.

Toowoomba – Student Sponsorship Bruce Birtwell, Chairman, Toowoomba Branch keeps us up to date about the progress of the student sponsorship program launched last year.

At last year’s State Conference in Toowoomba we announced the sponsorship of 3 people as part of our efforts to train Justices of the Peace from Toowoomba’s diverse cultural community. The Branch Program Coordinator Gary Fagg advised that the first of sponsored students Aguer Bior has been formally appointment as a JP (Qual). He has taken his Oath of Office and was invited to begin his mentoring with Gary.

Gary is happy that the first of the three have begun the mentored process on the road to being an active JP. The other two sponsorship students are finalising the documentation for their applications and will be up and running in the next couple of months. The Branch has begun the process for selection of this year’s candidates.

At the Sherwood Services Club on the morning of Sunday 11 March 2018, QJA conducted its seventh (7th) International Women’s Day event. An audience of about fifty (50) QJA members and companions were present to participate in proceedings.

Aguer Bior, the first of our sponsorship students commenced his mentoring with Gary Fagg on Saturday 24th March at the Clifford Gardens Signing Centre.

Speakers on the program included Julie-Ann Campbell (State Secretary, Queensland Labor), Judith John (White Lady Funerals), Peter Russo MP (Member for Toohey), Dr Kerri Mellifont QC and Jessica Pugh MP (Member for Mount Ommaney).

The theme for the event was Progress through Justice and each of the presenters provided their own perspective on how the status of women has evolved over the ages, particularly in the Justice sector. The roles played by many inspirational and trend-setting women, including Matilda Hennessey (first female Justice of the Peace appointed in Queensland in 1918) and the Honourable Catherine E Holmes (first female Queensland Chief Justice - also QJA Patron) were highlighted and celebrated.

The Justice of the Peace Branch has released a new Technical Bulletin: 01/18, which supersedes bulletin 01/09.

This bulletin aims to clarify what personal information is and what can and cannot recorded in your log book.

The bulletin outlines the risks associated with recording personal information and strongly advises JPs and CDecs to be aware of their responsibilities in this regard and to ensure safe keeping of their log books and associated records. The bulletin can be accessed via the link here.

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QUEENSLAND POLICE SERVICE – BAYSIDE PATROL GROUP Reflections on the Queensland Police Service Redlands City Branch held a workshop on 24 March 2018 (also see page 10) where they heard from Inspector Anthony Ridge about the role of the Queensland Police Service (QPS) in their District. JPs and CDecs have a close working relationship with the QPS so understanding the role and needs of the QPS in your local area will assist you to discharge your responsibilities. This is what it looks like in Bayside.

The Bayside Patrol Group and area of responsibility is part of the Brisbane Region and the South Brisbane District and encompasses the areas south of the Brisbane River, East of the Gateway Motorway, south to the Logan River. The area also includes all of the Redlands City Area, parts of the Brisbane City Council area namely Wynnum, Manly, Lota, Tingalpa, Belmont, Chandler, Hemmant and the Port of Brisbane. It also includes Port of Brisbane, the Southern Moreton Bay Islands including Stradbroke Island and sparsely populated islands Macleay and Russell.

He said ‘no other Patrol Group Area in Queensland has metropolitan areas, heavy industry, major transport structure, residential, semi-rural, and agricultural island communities’. The Patrol group consists of 256 sworn officers, 22 unsworn, Watch House Officers, Admin Support and Property Officers.

It has 7 Police Divisions, namely Wynnum, Cleveland, Capalaba, Redland Bay, Dunwich, Russell Island and Macleay Island. Within these divisions there are: • Three Police Beats at Tingalpa, Hemmant and Point Lookout; • One shop front, Cleveland; • Two school-based police officers; • Crime Prevention Unit; • Vulnerable Persons Unit • Tactical Crime Squad; • Criminal Investigation Branch; • Police Liaison Officer Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander; • Support by Water Police, Port of Brisbane, Redland Bay; • Road Policing Unit, • Prosecution Sections; • Railway Squad, Manly and PSRT; • PolAir; • Dog Squad.

A Police Officer in the Bayside Patrol Group can expect to respond to the full gambit of calls for service, namely: • investigate crimes of assault, stealing, burglary and damage, traffic crashes, domestic violence, missing persons and mental illness.

• First response to disturbances, mental health crisis intervention, sudden deaths, suspicious and not and provide reports for the coroner.

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Watch House Officers are responsible for all aspects of keeping remand and sentenced prisoners in custody pending transfer to correctional centres, many having significant health issues. Charging and releasing other offenders on bail.

• Detectives investigate property crime, sexual offences, robberies, drug trafficking and recently a homicide at Wynnum.

• Child Protection and Investigation Unit Officers investigate all offences committed by and against young people under 18 years. Includes cautioning and restorative justice programs, curfew and bail checks of young offenders.

Two officer stations have been established on Macleay and Russell Islands because of the islands isolation, and have the busiest workload in the Brisbane Region. Three other small islands Lamb, Karagarra and Coochiemudlo, are policed from the Redland Bay Station.

The island stations are supported by the Water Police Vessel “Kerlin” which can bring resources and extra officers as required. In conclusion, the inspector gave praise to the justices who support the police during afterhours when they require warrants and affidavits to be processed.

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OUR MAN IN HONG KONG One of our long serving JPs and Hong Kong contact, Capt.

Luca Ferrerio, was the proud recipient of a Centennial badge from Director Bronwyn McEntee during her recent visit to Hong Kong.

Born in Italy, Luca emigrated to Australia in 1980 and settled in Gladstone where he provided JP services to the community. Luca’s career as a ship’s captain took him around the world, and he eventually settled in Hong Kong where he has lived and worked for 20 years. Luca told Bronwyn he enjoys reading the QJA Journal, especially the Q&A section and quizzes.

Captain Luca Ferrerio at the Hong Kong Maritime Museum with Victoria Harbour in the background.

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BEHIND THE SCENES Management Strategy One of the important roles that the Board of Directors are charged with is managing the functions of the Queensland Justices Association in accordance with commonwealth legislation under the provisions of the Corporations Act 2001. To do this, Directors must be satisfied that the business is being managed appropriately and that risks to the organisation are being identified and controlled effectively.

By understanding and managing risks, the organisation is better positioned to utilise its members’ resources effectively and efficiently. By taking a proactive approach, the Board will improve confidence and trust in its ability to deliver the organisation’s objectives and improve organisations resilience.

Organisations of all types and sizes face internal and external influences that make it uncertain whether and when they will achieve their objectives.

To ensure a comprehensive evaluation of the QJA’s risk profile, the Board of Directors and the Registrar undertook training in risk management strategies and began working on establishing a risk register. QJA Vice President Marian Vierveyzer, an experienced risk manager, guided the progress so that all Directors undertook the same training and actively participated in the workshop. At the end of the day all Directors had developed a much clearer understanding of their responsibilities and have agreed to take a leadership role in aspects of the risk register.

Going forward, members can be confident that adequate oversight of the organisation’s risks are being proactively managed and that control measures are in place to ensure compliance with mandatory reporting, legal and regulatory requirements.

These strategies will improve governance and trust.

V-P Marian Vierveyzer keeping the Directors on track

Trainers’ Moderation Day The QJA is a member organisation as well as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and must comply with the rules and regulations of the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). QJA maintains the standards set by this regulatory body.

All QJA trainers and assessors undergo professional development activities on a regular basis. Seventeen trainers and assessors attended the most recent Moderation Day held on Saturday 21st April at the Hotel Jen in Brisbane. Also in attendance were a number of the QJA Directors.

The day commenced with a self-evaluation exercise entitled “Are we top-notch trainers?” which enabled all present to evaluate themselves as to the quality of their training and then continued on for the rest of the day with a number of interesting and relevant topics.

QJA Director Keith Revell gave a presentation of the revised online courses which included a demonstration of some of the role play training videos that have been recently produced and will be in used in future training.

The guest speaker was Caron Menashe from the AntiDiscrimination Commission who spoke with regard to the Anti-Discrimination Act and how we all can have unconscious bias. Her presentation was very interesting and well received by all present.

QJA trainer and assessor Brooke Batley spoke in relation to language barriers with multicultural and diverse groups in our society. Brooke also demonstrated the newly published activity books to be used in training. An interview with Brooke about his experience is featured in the Q&A section on page 12.

Participants at the Moderation Day training sessions listen to Brooke Batley.

QJA Registrar, Wendy Le Macchia, presented the training and assessment strategy as well as the training team site which is now available on SharePoint for all trainers.

QJA Director, Chris Lancaster, gave a presentation in relation to Branch-hosted training and the best methods of organising training courses, including how to choose venues, and utilize the media for promoting a course.

The day was enjoyable and beneficial to all of our trainers and also enabled an opportunity for networking and sharing experiences.

QJA remains the largest provider of the Justice of the Peace and Commissioner for Declarations Course in Queensland, and will continue to support and enhance training activities for our valued trainers and assessors.

Merchandise: Queensland Justices Association has a wide range of merchandise for purchase.

Simply go on line at www.qja.com.au to see the range.

High quality Log Books help you to keep a consistent record of your activities.

Member prince only $12.50 (including postage) Non-members price $15.00

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THE FIRST PRESIDENT OF QJA As we celebrate our centennial year it is timely to reflect on our founders. Our first President was John William Hetherington, who, by all accounts, was a force to be reckoned with.

Born in Durham England in 1860, J.W. Hetherington started work at the tender age of 9 years as a trapper in the coal mines of Northumberland. From these humble working class beginnings, he rose to be an Alderman elected to the Brisbane Council in 1905 and went on to be Mayor of Brisbane, not once, but three times, first in 1910 then again, in 1915 and 1916.

John immigrated with his parents and siblings in 1878 and found work in the Ipswich coal mines. Despite being untrained and uneducated he possessed natural ingenuity as he patented a new design in mine-cage safety hooks in 1895.

Australia at that time presented ambitious men like John with enormous opportunities, such that by the time he was in his mid-twenties, he had established himself as a coal merchant with offices in Brisbane where he later built himself an impressive house in Kangaroo Point. Through hard work and natural ability he fought his way up the ladder becoming General Manager of a mining company by the time he was 38 years of age.

By 1907 he was lauded for his negotiating skills as he prevented a protracted miners’ strike when many other industries were facing chaotic industrial unrest and strikes.

Miners and proprietors were at logger heads about pay and conditions. Hetherington stepped in and took over as President of the Owners association and was able to negotiate a deal to satisfy both parties.

Hetherington’s masterly handling of the negotiations was a major step in his career and he was soon in demand.

In 1909 the government appointed him to Queensland’s first Coal Mining Industry Wages Board and many similar appointments followed.

By 1906 he had moved into local politics by winning a seat on the Brisbane Council. He had gained the respect of his fellow Aldermen and in 1910 was appointed to the office of Mayor of Brisbane and Official Chief Magistrate. This was a very popular appointment with the citizens of Brisbane as he and his wife (pictured) were well in with the social set of the day. He cut a very imposing figure as was described as “having a massive physique, commanding air, abundant energy and a fair but forthright style” He was a tireless worker and continued life at a hectic pace, taking on leadership roles in the coal industry, he was a member of the Brisbane Stock Exchange and even had a cross river ferry named after him.

In 1918 he was elected as the first President of the Queensland Justices Association, a professional body for Justices of the Peace, many of whom at that time performed occasional bench duties as honorary magistrates within Queensland’s justice administration system.

Life in the fast lane of the day took its toll on Hetherington, and he suffered a series of heart ailments and withdrew from public office of Alderman in 1925. In 1928, upon medical advice which recommended that he “slow down and take a holiday” he set sail and returned to England fifty years after he had departed.

Hetherington came home to a quieter life, but his retirement was cut short as he died in In July 1929 at home from a heart condition.

Centennial Conference Welcome Reception When: Friday 2 November 2018

Where:The Wheel of Brisbane: Southbank Parklands & No1 William Street Join us for a fabulous trip on the Wheel of Brisbane at dusk.

Arrive at 5:55 pm receive a glass of ‘bubbly’ as you step into the carriage. Enjoy Brisbane as it lights up for the night. This will be followed by a Welcome Reception at Public Quarters, one of Brisbane’s newest restaurants, just a short CityCat ride across the Brisbane River.

Places are limited for the Wheel of Brisbane so don’t miss out.

Register now at www.qja.com.au

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VOLUME 15 • NUMBER 2 • WINTER 2018 1. How re-framing can help you deal with an angry person.

CENTENNIAL CONFERENCE

Tense situations can escalate due to miscommunication.

The Justices turns 100 isyears SoQueensland once the person hasAssociation told you why he/she angry oldthen in September 2018. and join us“You for the confirm what youCome have heard. e.g. saybiggest you are celebration of thethis Century present annualto angry because is the as thirdwe time it has the happened conference in the Brisbane on the theme of ‘Justice across the you. Is this problem?” generations’

Conference Program Dress Standard: Smart casual or QJA branded apparel To celebrate this centennial anniversary the Conference Organising Committee has planned an ambitious and stimulating program that allows members and guests to participate in interactive professional development sessions.

The program will include three plenary sessions focusing on the Past, the Present and the Future. All delegates will come together in the main auditorium for each of these sessions.

Following each plenary session there will be three concurrent 2. Remain calm. sessions for members to choose from under the headings of; Meet the Leaders, Technical Issues, and Emerging Issues.

Speak in a calm tone or voice. Do not raise your voice or Topics undertoconsideration yell currently in response the angry include: person. Use calm but assertive body language.

Try to avoid slouching or Meet the Leaders crossing your arms. gestures can communicate • Queensland’s JPThese Program boredom or that you are closed to communication with • QCAT JP program them. Keep your body relaxed but be assertive.

• JP Membership Associations If you are seated, invite the person to take a seat. If Technical Issues standing, plant your feet firmly on the floor and stand with • shoulders Wills and Enduring Documents your back and chest out. Make eye contact with the other person.

Your body language will • Police and Court Documents demonstrate whether you are calm and in control of • Family Law Documents yourself and of the situation.

Emerging Issues By this, acting • doing Developing roles calmly for JPsand with empathy and in a professional and courteous manner you may well defuse • Tools and resources the situation. Responding well to angry people is likely to • Managing the client interface build positive relationships and the person may end up thanking you and appreciating that you gave them time to Annual General Meeting listen and showed that you cared. It will also create a In response to member feedback, the QJA Annual General less stressful experience for you.

Meeting will be held earlier in the day during the lunch break.

Safety Tips and Stranger Danger This will allow more members to participate and give people plenty of time to change for dinner.

Many of our members volunteer at public signing sites and Dinner are less inclined to see clients in their homes.

Gala Despite being in a public place, security can be an issue Dress Standard: Ladies: Evening & Cocktail Dress if you are confronted with the ‘angry person’ at one of Gentlemen: Black Tie or Lounge Suit these sites.

Following the Conference a Gala Dinner will be held in So you need to consider your own personal safety. Here theare Boulevard Ballroom at the Brisbane some points you might like toConvention consider and when Exhibition Centre. choosing to volunteer in public places:

Commencing at 7:15pm members and guests will be • Does facilityof provide security? Police Pipe welcomed to thethe sounds the Queensland • Do you have easy access to the security number Band. and is it keyed into your phone (which you should A sumptuous 3 course meal will be enjoyed with one of keep handy)?

Brisbane’s best Jazz Bands ‘Midnight Grove’ providing the • Is the area well lit? music.

• Could you attract the attention of others if you QJA Annualfound Awards will beinpresented yourself an unsafeto: situation?

Is there • • Member of an theescape Year route?

• those Community of theown Yearhomes personal For seeingEngagement clients in their • Branch of the YearIt might be wise to look at your safety is paramount. environment to see how you would deal with an angry client.

Saturday 3 November 2018 QJA Centennial Conference and Gala Dinner

JUSTICE ACROSS THE GENERATIONS Join us at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre for this once in a lifetime event Invited guest presenters include: Governor of Queensland, His Excellency the Honourable Paul De Jersey QJA Patron the Honourable Chief Justice Catherine Holmes and many other prestigious speakers Registrations now open: Conference:

Members $70 (Early Bird $60)

Gala Dinner:

Members $95 (Early Bird $85)

Pay by 31 July to take advantage of the Early Bird discount For more information and to register, visit the QJA website: www.qja.com.au

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REDLANDS WORKSHOP REPORT Redland City Branch held a workshop on Saturday 24th March. The workshop was very popular with 70 Justices of the Peace and Commissioners for Declarations attending.

Guest speakers included Magistrate Deborah Vasta, form the Cleveland Court; Tracey Jackson from the RSPCA; and Inspector Anthony Ridge from the Bayside Patrol Group of the Queensland Police Service. The guest speakers were followed by a series of workshop activities presented by Greg Cuthbert who is a previous QJA Registrar and editor of the QJA “JP Guide”.

Magistrate Deborah Vasta, Cleveland Magistrate’s Court acknowledged the traditional owners of the land, the Quandamooka people. She thanked everyone for their contribution to the community and spoke about the importance and responsibilities of their role.

The Magistrate reiterated the need for justices to be diligent when discharging their witnessing duties, by ensuring that they don’t cut corners, keep records, double check dates, write legibly and use the seal of office as required. She then gave an example where a person forged the signature of his wife on a document and when the document was challenged, the Justice of the Peace who witnessed the wife’s signature could not be found. The case went to court but was dismissed. It is bad enough for fraud but it would be worse if the plaintiff swore under oath that it was his wife’s signature it would become worse than fraud, but perjury. This reinforces the seriousness of the JP role as people can go to jail, lose jobs or have serious consequences.

Tracey Jackson, Prosecutions Officer, RSPCA outlined the responsibilities and services provided by the RSPCA. • The RSCPA have investigated 19,000 animal cruelty complaints across Queensland; • Made 30,000 ambulance rescues of maltreated animals; • Conducted 75 prosecutions.

The organisation has 23 Inspectors in Queensland.

Ownership of pets and other animals imposes a positive duty in providing appropriate facilities such as: • Food and water; • Accommodation or living conditions; • Treat disease or injury in a timely manner; • Ensure appropriate handling of animals.

Under the Queensland Animal Care and Protection Act, 2001 and in particular Section S18 - Cruelty; • there is a maximum penalty of $100,000 or 2 Years imprisonment; • Sets out acts which are cruel but the offence of cruelty is not limited to those acts; • Wide Variety of acts of cruelty and precedents, custodial sentences have been awarded.

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the Peace may be required to witness: • A Complaint- Sworn and Summons, • An Oath of Service; • An Affidavit for the purpose of forfeiture applications in court.

Under S126, an inspector can make a warrant Application to a Magistrate or Justice of the Peace (Qualified). The warrant could be required for: • A “place” or premises, vacant land, vehicle, place in Queensland waters, place held under two or more titles or owners, land or water where building/s or structure/s are situated.

The warrant must state: • That an Inspector may enter and exercise the Inspector’s powers under the Act; and • Either the animal which requires relief, or the offence for which the warrant is sought, and • The evidence that may be seized, and • The hours of the day or night for entry; • The day, within 7 days of issue, warrant ends.

Under S137 of the Animal Care and Protection Act 2001, an Inspector may: • Enter the place using reasonable Force; • Search any part of the place; • Open, using reasonable force, a cage. Container, pen, yard or other structure confining or containing an animal or other thing to examine the structure, animal or other thing; • Take reasonable measures to relieve the pain of an animal at the place; • Examine or inspect or film, photograph, videotape or otherwise record an image of, an animal, document or other thing at the place; • Take a sample of or from an animal or other thing at the place for analysis or testing; • Copy a document at the place; • Take into the place the equipment, materials or persons the Inspector reasonably requires for exercising a power; • Brand, mark, tag or otherwise identify an animal at the place.

Ms Jackson thanked JPs for the assistance they give to Officers of the RSPCA in carrying out their duties.

The workshop closed with thanks to the speakers especially for giving up their time on a Saturday afternoon. Plaques were presented to mark the occasion.

From left to right, Mrs Elaine Housen, Redland City Branch Chairperson, Mr Greg Cuthbert, workshop presenter, Magistrate Debora Vasta, Cleveland Magistrate’s Court, Mr John Carpendale, President QJA, Prosecutions Officer, Ms Tracey Jackson, Inspector Anthony Ridge, Bayside Patrol Group, QPS

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ROLL OF HONOUR Members should note that the Roll of Honour recognises the length of Membership of the QJA. Members wishing to receive the official distinguished service certificate as a Justice of the Peace for the State of Queensland should contact their local State Member of Parliament.

The Board wishes to acknowledge the long service given by the following Members.

60 Years QJA Membership Douglas Campbell OAM QGM JP(Qual)

50 Years QJA Membership

Elizabeth Gilchrist

Ashley Owen

40 Years QJA Membership

Edward Andersen Chisholm Atherton

John Benn Christopher Dooley

Irene Johnson Allan Mullaly

Rodney Palmer Robert Palmer

Dennis Pearn John Shelley

25 Years QJA Membership Valerie Adlem Denise Gibbons

Heather McKeown John Parnell Richard Pengelly Ian Robertson

Welcome to New Members The following have joined the QJA since the last Journal: Hermina Ackerman Roderick Adamson Atif Ali Maxwell Allansen Naseera Ally Alana Anderson Darren Armstrong Susan Assad Melissa Atkinson Tamiana Atu Karla Bayley Faiz Bebawi Helen Bell Keegan Bell Jody Benneche John Bettini Tony Blake Lori Boyle Karen Bradberry Nerida Bradley Kimberley Brand Quentin Brecknell Lauren Brennan Hayden Bridgeman Adriana Brink Darceina Brocket Brie Brown Meryl Brumpton Luellen Burton Jason Bush Michael Carey Nigel James Carmody Debra Carroll Jannit Catchpole James Cavaye Jonathan Chalmers Jade Chapman Elise Charriere Elise Charriere Andrew Cichy Angela Clarke Mary Clowes Ashley Conroy Shannon Cook Robert Cooper Mark Costello Mark Costello Tanya Crabb

Leigh Cremin Camilla Cumming Jennifer Darcy Andrea Davidson Terese Denning Kay Dennis Marianne Di Salvo Brian Duddington Evan Dunster Conrad Dwyer Karen Eagle Siyaguna Ekanayake Tracey Ekeberg Benjamin Ellerston Debra Faint Jessica Faris Emily Flanegan Lisa Follett Tegan Ford Zara Ford Marcus Foster Paul Ganderton June Gangloff Louise Geal Kate Gladman Patricia Gleeson Helen Golden Richard Golden Lynne Goss Tara Hague Matthew Hammond Patricia Harcus Stephen Harris Jason Harrison Christine Harvey Susannah Harvey-Jamieson Tamika Hastie Shakayla Hawker Roschelle Hawton Bronwyn Hayes Ester Hendry Doug Hendry Carmen Henry Jodie Hill Hollie Hill Emma Hill Shannon Hinton Madeleine Hogan

Natasha Holohan Jason Holohan Michelle Hompes Mark Hounslow Melissa Howarth Paul Howlett Sandra Huff Melissa Hulbert Carla Hunt Tammy Hutchins Charmaine Ivey-Nemitz Kevin James Katrina James Jennifer Ji Donna Johnson Katharine Kelly Debra Kennedy Jeffrey Kilgour Janelle King Fiona Knight Lucille Korponay Alexander Kruger Allan Kuskie Douglas Lamb Chelsea Lambert Robert Larkin Pei-Chun (Helen) Lee Janae Leonard Nicola Love Megan Luhrs Natalie Lynch Kate Lyons Erin Macdonald Bradley John MacEwan Bridget MacGregor Elizabeth (Lauren) MacNair Racheal Mannion Daniela Margaoan Sarah Marshman Jessica Martin Alison Mayne David Mazzaferri Kevin McAney Bryan McCartney Kellie McGowran Gregory McHugh Bernadine McKinnon Alan McLaughlan

Lee McLennan Kristy McMillan Robert McPherson Kelly Molloy Kendall Morgan-Chase Joanne Morley Sophie Murphy Arijana Murselovic Jonathan Nash Richard Nash Frances Neilson Ivo Nekvapil Brooke Newell Lynda Nissen Rory OConnor Glen O’Dell Marie O’Loughlin Kerry Parry Douglas Parry Robyn Patterson Jessamyn Plate Adrienne Pollard-Gard David Powell Megan Quakawoot Sally Randell Amanda Rankin Jeffrey Reitano Karen Rety Shelby Richardson Kristine Ridolfi Elise Ridsdill-Kenny Joseph Roberson Caitlin Roberts Dawn Robinson Daniel Robinson Eleanor Rogers Monique Roosen Jennifer Rule Laura Russell Gillian Sabine Natalie Satchwill Georgina Scotchford Averil Scott Sarah Searle Patricia Searle-Hill John Shaw Julia Sheppard Stacey Sinclair

Mark Slingo Trudi Smith Rebekah Smith Tegan Sotheron Brian Stacey Dieter Stahmer Sharon Stolz Sarah Stormborn Codie Street Kesa Strieby Stephen Stringer Erica Sullivan Marek Svarc Karon Swift Fiona Szetu Deborah Taylor Ian Taylor Rachael Terecans Eiver Thetford Paul Thorley Brooke Tice Henriette Van Der Walt Deanna Vea Vea Peta Verdasco Pamela Wadsworth Tammy Walz Melissa Wathen Allie Waugh Jessica Weber James West Graeme White Bradley Williams Brent Williamson Danielle Wilson Angela Windsor Veronica Wingrove John Wood Carol Wood Tracey Wood Nicholas Woodbridge Chao Wu Edward Yabsley Judi Young Jason Zwitser

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Q&A Speaking from experience It is often said that Australia is a successful multicultural society. Therefore, it is not surprising that in our role as Honorary Justices we encounter clients from non-English speaking backgrounds. Many questions to the Journal relate to dealing with such clients, so I sat down with one of our experienced members to get a few answers (Editor).

Brooke Batley is well known to many members, particularly to those residing in the Brisbane to Logan corridor, as a QJA trainer, Chair of the Logan Branch and valued mentor. Brooke volunteers at Logan Courthouse as well as at the Community Access Centre which provides support to migrants and refugees in building their own capacity and independence.

Q1 What would you describe as the most common challenge you deal with for this client group, and of course, how do you proceed?

A1 One of the greatest challenges I encounter is dealing with the clients’ expectations and attitudes. JPs can be seen by some as a rather frightening and authoritarian figures, and these people often present as nervous and unsure. I try to put them at ease by speaking in a reassuring manner, using simple, straight forward language, making sure that I pronounce my words clearly and at a slowed pace.

At the same time I emphasise my ‘helping’ role. I have created a printed sheet with the words “How can I help you?” in a number of languages which helps to set the scene and build rapport. Regarding their expectations, on many occasions, I have found that their understanding on my role is a little distorted, in that they may request services outside my responsibilities or misinterpret my role.

For example, I have been asked to certify that the translation of an academic record is true and correct, where in fact the request is to certify copies of the documents.

Q2 What is the most complex situation you have dealt with and how did you resolve it?

A2 We are beginning to see many Rohingya refugees at the Access Centre, and I have met many with limited education who present ‘messy’ documents with poor spelling and which may include statements that clash with Australian culture. I have glanced at statements that include details of arranged marriages where the bride was sold at 10 years of age into an arranged marriage with a much older man. In these circumstances which involve culturally sensitive information, I find it is very important to put aside prejudice and bias, be patient, and treat the client respectfully.

Q3 What is your experience with using interpreter services?

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A3 I have found that using the telephone interpreter service can be a bit tricky. For example, when witnessing a statutory declaration I have to read out the warning, slowly, a sentence at a time, so that the interpreter can write it down then relay it to the client in their own language. The same process occurs for the oath, making it a very time consuming process. Wherever possible I use a face to face interpreter service, which in my case is organised by the Access Centre. I have created some of my own resources and now have the warning printed in different languages which I provide for the client to read. However, I still use the interpreter to translate the oath. Many documents have provision for interpreter statements, but if not I include the following: Oath of Interpreter I, (full name) swear by Almighty God that I understand the language of the deponent and am able to interpret between the deponent and the witness to this statement and I shall, to the best of my skill and ability, truly and faithfully translate from (Signatory’s language) into the English language, and from the English language onto (Signatory’s language). So help me God. NB. Religious references are removed for the Affirmation of the Interpreter. (Refer to 2.6/2 Duties of the Justices of the Peace (Qualified) handbook for specific wording) When using an interpreter it is important to remember to look at the client, not the interpreter, otherwise the client may feel they have been excluded from the process. Also don’t forget to record the language and dialect used.

Q4 There is a plethora of visa, citizenship, and other immigration documents which can be complex and quite taxing. Drawing on experience from colleagues, I understand that clients are often confused about what is required and JPs can find themselves in a situation where they are tempted to ‘provide advice’. Do you have any helpful hints where these documents are concerned?

A4 With these types of documents, for example, where clients request that you certify passport photos, but the application requires the witness to have known the applicant for 12 months, I politely explain that I am unable to certify the photo and suggest that they review the list of eligible witnesses and approach someone from that list.

Thanks very much to Brooke for his valued input. We would like to hear your views on this style of Q&A. Please send your comments to Editor@qja.com.

VOLUME 15 • NUMBER 1 • AUTUMN 2018 Q1 I have been volunteering in a country Courthouse for over five years and was recently asked to witness a document that was a typed conversation of a mobile phone call. I took the person into a vacant office and listened to the conversation on his mobile phone which was between him and his friend. The document to witness and the conversation on the mobile phone was “word for word”. I used my ‘Certified Copy’ stamp noting that it had been an “Audio” download of the document. Is this the correct procedure or are there other ways of dealing with this specific situation?

A1 Regarding certifying documents, the duties of the JP (Qual) as described in the Duties of the Justices of the Peace (Qualified) Handbook p2.3/1 include: ‘certifying copies of documents as true copies, copies of a copy, or copy of a download.’

It goes on to say, ‘Certifying a copy is stating that, in your opinion, the document is a true copy of what you sighed. It is a statement saying a particular document is an identical copy of the original.’ There is no mention of audio files and infers that you will have sighted both documents.

Perhaps a better approach would have been to ask the client to photocopy the transcript, then you could have certified it as a copy. If this did not satisfy the client’s needs, he could have made a statutory declaration about the details and veracity of the audio file which you could witness. He would then have a statutory declaration, as well as certified copy of the transcript.

Q2 I have a question about liability. I recently enquired with the JP Branch of Department of Justice and Attorney General what the position is relating to public liability if we are carrying out witnessing in our own home. For example if someone trips over a mat and sues you? I was advised by the JP Branch that we are responsible for our own liability. Does the QJA insurance cover us in this situation?

A2. The short answer is yes, but you should check with your own insurer to see if this is covered in your household policy first. However, in answering this question it is a good opportunity to consider JPs and CDecs protections and liabilities in a broader context.

Provisions under the law Section 36 of the Justices of the Peace and Commissioners for Declarations Act 1991 provides protection for JPs and CDecs against actions by clients to recover damages or loss if they are harmed by a JP or CDec in the course of their duties. However, this does not apply in circumstances where the JP or CDec knowingly committed an act unauthorised by law or was done maliciously and without reasonable cause.

Protection provided by JP Branch DJAG The JP Branch of Department of Justice and Attorney General has insurance that covers JPs and CDecs volunteering at recognised JP in the Community sites and covers the individual for personal injury, professional indemnity and public liability. However, this cover does not extend to other sites such as the home of the JP or CDec. Protection provided by QJA Insurance All financial members of the QJA are covered under

the umbrella policy for voluntary workers and liability.

However, before making a claim all other avenues should be explored, for example your own home insurance policy. It would be wise to check this with your own insurer to clarify your cover.

Voluntary Workers Cover provides protection for: • Injuries and accidents incurred while undertaking voluntary work as a JP or CDec, undertaking a training course or workshop, branch meetings, the QJA annual conference, merchandise sales and other activities.

• Injuries or accidents incurred while travelling directly to or from locations where voluntary work as a JP of CDec is undertaken, branch meeting training course and workshops, conferenced and other QJA activities.

Public Liability The public liability broad-form is for $20m and is the usual definition for public liability for the QJA. This covers liability to the public at whatever venue the QJA or its branches are undertaking activities. This also covers liability for our financial members undertaking JP duties at their home or other place of volunteering.

Management liability: Professional Services Branch Executive Office holders are also covered by QJAs Management Liability policy which also incorporates professional services liability. This means undertaking activities which are related to fulfilling the organisation’s objectives, area of focus or interest, such as fund raising activities; registration, accreditation and training of members; publication of standards, journals and other publications written by the insured for or on behalf of members; and organising and hosting events that promote the organisations objectives or areas of interest.

It is important to note that the above information is a broad statement and each insurance case lodged will be investigated and assessed on its merits after exhausting all other avenues for making claims.

Q3. The Advance Care Planning Statement of Choices form is now being promoted by hospitals. This only requires a GP signature, and is not legally binding.

If a person already has completed an AHD and or an EPA, where does the Statement of Choices form (which may contain conflicting content) stand in relation to the AHD/EPA. A3 Queensland Health has introduced the Statement of Choices (SoC) documents into public hospitals to help patients give guidance to health care professionals about their wishes and values relating to health care. The SoC does not replace an AHD but is designed to support and complement it. There are two forms, Form A can be completed by the individual wishing to outline their health care choices, while Form B can be completed by a substitute decision maker where the patient cannot make decisions for themselves. Neither of these forms require formal witnessing by a JP or CDec and while they are not legally binding, they do indicate the patient’s wishes.

However, if these wishes conflict with those expressed in an existing AHD then it could be referred to Public Guardian to make a decision. The Public Guardian may take the wishes expressed in the SoC into account when making a decision, particularly if the AHD predates the SoC by a significant period of time.

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REGIONAL ROUNDUP Caloundra During Caloundra Branch meeting on 10 April Geoff Jones was presented with his 25 year’s QJA membership Certificate. QJA President John Carpendale congratulated Geoff on his community contributions.

John also spoke about the direction of the QJA in this Centennial year. Greg Harvey, Treasurer and Rob Corbett, President were elected at the AGM in June last year, Anne Poole was appointed branch secretary in January taking over from Helene BakerDaines who served the branch well for several years. Helene continues to provide beautifully catered suppers after each meeting which enables good member conversations over some tasty treats! At the upcoming August AGM it is proposed to utilise this meeting for presentation for the Centennial QJA pins.

Western Suburbs & Greater Springfield Western Suburbs Branch held a social event at the Jindalee Bowls Club on 14 May and invited Greater Springfield Branch to celebrate QJA’s centennial year. More than forty people attended the event and received their centennial pins from local state member for Mt Ommaney, Jessica Pugh MP.

QJA Director Garth Stephens, Jessica Pugh MP for Mt Ommaney and Branch member Steve Brew

Mackay Branch It is hoped that the Mackay area will add another 10 honorary justices to their ranks as the Branch hosted a preenrolment training course in April for 10 students. This was double the amount of students from the previous year. If interest continues, another course will be offered.

Centennial celebrations and Centennial Pins awards are planned for Saturday 1st September. Mackay Branch is hoping to get a stand at the Mackay Regional Council Volunteer Expo in June again this year.

Logan At Beenleigh on Sunday 1 April, current QJA Director, immediate past QJA President, Logan Branch member and former Logan Branch committee member, Keith Revell performed his portion of the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games Queen’s

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Baton Relay. Keith was selected to participate in the baton relay in recognition of his outstanding volunteering efforts for several community organisations (including QJA) over an extended period of time. eJournal readers can see Keith’s Channel 7 interview at Beenleigh as he prepared to accept the baton by clicking here.

Keith Revell Keith and his QJA member wife Gwen were also volunteer Games Shapers at the Commonwealth Games.

Keith spent his time driving dignitaries to and from functions and events. Steve Moneghetti, a former Commonwealth Games marathon gold medallist, and Chef de Mission of the Australian Team was just one of Keith’s passengers.

At the same time Gwen, and QJA Director Joan Kennedy were busy at the Service Centre at the Commonwealth Games Village supporting the daily Chef de Mission meeting and also meeting up with Steve Moneghetti.

Caboolture

At the Caboolture Sports Club on Saturday 12 May, more than 100 delegates attended the Domestic & Family Violence Forum organised by the QJA Caboolture Branch.

Although the vast majority of attendees were QJA members, the audience also included interested people from other groups within the Caboolture community.

The well-informed and knowledgeable presenters at the Forum included Constable Clair Parsons (QPS), Fiona (PRADO – Partnership Response at Domestic Occurrences), Estrella (CADA - Centre Against Domestic Abuse), Karen Johns (DARE – Domestic Abuse Recovery and Education) and Sue (ZONTA Club Caboolture). Also in attendance to support the forum were Simone Lamb MP (Member for Pumicestone), Mark McArdle MP (Member for Caloundra), John Carpendale (QJA President) and Wendy La Macchia (QJA Registrar).

At the conclusion of the excellent presentations, the Caboolture Branch Chairman (Merv Gilby) and Treasurer (Alan Stothart) presented to Sue form ZONTA a Branch cheque to the value of $1,000.

With more than sixty (60) QJA members in attendance, the Caboolture Branch asked the QJA President and Registrar to present QJA Centennial Barges to these members.

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Caboolture members receiving their Centennial Pins

Gold Coast The Gold Coast was a hive of activity during March and April setting up for and hosting the Commonwealth Games.

While there was a lot of disruption for some most Gold Coasters enjoyed the lively atmosphere and mixing with people from all nations.

QJA members were among the 15,000 volunteers who supported the Games as drivers, technical assistants, administrative assistants, ushers and so on.

Michael Rees, (pictured) a very dedicated JP, even participated in a webinar during one of his shifts at the Carrara sports centre.

A Games ‘forerunner”, Michael had been helping out with volunteer registrations well before the games began. As Michael was located with the technical team at Carrara Stadium during Games time, he was rewarded with a close-up view of the Royal guests as he was strategically placed to deal with any technical hitches that occurred. Fortunately none did.

Games Village and on hand to see many of our household named athletes arrive. Stationed at the Service Centre, Joan spent her time running errands and supporting the Chef de Missions to ensure athletes were ready for their big occasion.

Let us know what you’re doing If you’d like the QJA membership to be informed about the activities of your group via exposure on these pages, send the relevant information to: editor@qja.com.au.

Call for Nominations The inserts to this issue include documents inviting nominations for: • QJA’s 2018 Centenary Awards; and • Hosting the 2019 QJA State Conference Please consider making a nomination.

Meanwhile Jenny Young, (pictured) had also been a ‘forerunner” volunteer since 2017. Jenny spent many hours doing shifts in the call centre as prospective volunteers enquired about the exciting opportunities for volunteering.

During Games time Jenny was located at the Games Village in the Welcome Centre ensuring that all athletes and officials were accredited appropriately.

Jenny was lucky enough to be chosen as one of the volunteers dancing on stage with Guy Sebastian at the closing ceremony. Perhaps you remember her smooth moves!

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REGIONAL CONTACT INFORMATION BEAUDESERT CONTACT GROUP Bernice Lippiatt beaudesert@qja.com.au Telephone: 0481 554 805

GLADSTONE BRANCH Ruth Waite gladstone@qja.com.au Telephone: 0438 741 318

LOGAN BRANCH Brooke Batley logan@qja.com.au Telephone: 0411 727 792

BOWEN BRANCH Mikki Menzies bowen@qja.com.au Telephone: 0467 239 680

GOLD COAST BRANCH Joan Kennedy goldcoast@qja.com.au Telephone: 0477 510 517

LOGANHOLME CONTACT GROUP Pauline Harris loganholme@qja.com.au Telephone: 0428 916 557

GREATER SPRINGFIELD BRANCH Paul Howard greaterspringfield@qja.com.au Telephone: 0473 221 078

MACKAY BRANCH Maria Valena mackay@qja.com.au Telephone: 0422 636 374

GYMPIE BRANCH Tom Bushell gympie@qja.com.au Telephone: 0402 132 679

MAREEBA BRANCH Ann Vains mareeba@qja.com.au Telephone: 0419 719 616

HERVEY BAY BRANCH Loretta Lashmore herveybay@qja.com.au Telephone: 0448 784 854

MAROOCHYDORE BRANCH Eva Marie Seeto maroochydore@qja.com.au Telephone: 0417 635 0788

HORNIBROOK BRANCH Robyn Francis hornibrook@qja.com.au Telephone: 0439 327 242

MARYBOROUGH BRANCH Andrew Baker maryborough@qja.com.au Telephone: 0422 730 890

HOWARD CONTACT GROUP Carrol Bond howard@qja.com.au Telephone: 0411 743 585

NOOSA BRANCH Margaret Lewins noosa@qja.com.au Telephone: (07) 5471 0617

BRISBANE NORTH BRANCH Peter Twine brisbanenorth@qja.com.au Telephone: 0488 233 870 BRISBANE SOUTH BRANCH Diane Rippon brisbanesouth@qja.com.au Telephone: 0418 233 141 BUNDABERG BRANCH Dave Read bundaberg@qja.com.au Telephone: 0405 252 135 CABOOLTURE BRANCH Sara Gault caboolture@qja.com.au Telephone: 0439 866 682 CAIRNS SOUTH CONTACT GROUP Ralph Powell cairnssouth@qja.com.au Telephone: 0434 510 333 CALOUNDRA BRANCH Anne Poole caloundra@qja.com.au Telephone: 0407 157 460 CENTRAL HIGHLANDS BRANCH Karen Bray centralhighlands@qja.com.au Telephone: 0438 824 361 ESK CONTACT GROUP Joesph Brischetto esk@qja.com.au Telephone: 0417 198 053 FOREST LAKE CONTACT GROUP Reg Connelly forestlake@qja.com.au Telephone: 0403 167 121

IPSWICH BRANCH Deanna McDonald ipswich@qja.com.au Telephone: 0408 195 277

REDLAND CITY BRANCH Ray Burrows redlandcity@qja.com.au Telephone: 0409 499 016

KILCOY CONTACT GROUP Kay Jackson kilcoy@qja.com.au Telephone: 07 5424 2461

ROCKHAMPTON BRANCH Lawrence Fox rockhampton@qja.com.au Telephone: 0448 439 999

LOCKYER BRANCH Kerrie Price lockyer@qja.com.au Telephone: 0401 796 857

ROMA BRANCH Brian O’Rourke roma@qja.com.au Telephone: 0437 557 768

ROSEDALE CONTACT GROUP Jonathan Brown rosedale@qja.com.auTelephone: 0408 068 169 ROSEWOOD CONTACT GROUP Alan Broughton rosewood@qja.com.au Telephone: 0468 802 689 SOUTH BURNETT BRANCH Ruth Rimes southburnett@qja.com.au Telephone: 0457 681 159 SOUTH PINE BRANCH Michelle Goswell southpine@qja.com.au Telephone: 0438 084 889 TIN CAN BAY CONTACT GROUP Rod Ehrke tincanbay@qja.com.au Telephone: 0448 943 336 TOOWOOMBA BRANCH Jeni Rengers toowoomba@qja.com.au Telephone: 0408 771 786 TOWNSVILLE BRANCH Tracey Cooper townsville@qja.com.au Telephone: 0423 695 855 WESTERN SUBURBS BRANCH Paul Humphreys westernsubs@qja.com.au Telephone: 0409 877 613 WYNNUM MANLY BRANCH Amanda Hilhorst wynnummanly@qja.com.au Telephone:0423 028 160

Branches conduct regular meetings (at least five per year), conduct training, operate signing facilities, have defined revenue streams and a formalised structure. Contact groups meet on an “as required basis” and generally exist to operate signing facilities and to deal with other local issues. For details of what is happening in your local area, including professional development opportunities, please feel free to phone any of the numbers above and your local contact will be happy to assist.

INTERSTATE CONTACT INFORMATION NSW

Southern Riverina Elizabeth Adam south.riverina@qja.com.au 0427 617 589 Lismore Paul Beckey lismore@qja.com.au 0428 560 467 Sydney (Inner West) Jim Elmore sydney.1@qja.com.au 0408 870 721 Sydney (North West) Sharon Atkins sydney.2@qja.com.au 0417 479 412

Sydney (Western Subs) Marie McCabe sydney.3@qja.com.au 0434 992 107

Adelaide Hills Fred Braun adelaide.hls@qja.com.au (08) 8389 9462

Hobart Barrie Bell hobart@qja.com.au 0419 395 796

Wollongong Peter Pioro wollongong@qja.com.au 0419 638 121

Victor Harbor Timothy Barclay victor.harbor@qja.com.au 0403 134 290

Launceston Vanda Stevenson launceston@qja.com.au 0417 707 330

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VIC

Devonport Dennis Wheelton devonport@qja.com.au 0418 334 431

Melbourne (Langwarrin) Robert Bolch melbourne.1@qja.com.au 0412 155 634

NT

Jabiru Karen Beare nt@qja.com.au 0417 891 226

SA

Adelaide Noel J. Lindsay adelaide@qja.com.au 0407 507 773

Deloraine Annette Powell deloraine@qja.com.au 0427 158 648

Melbourne (Glen Waverley) Simon Bullimore melbourne.2@qja.com.au 0419 756 780

Bendigo Richard Lancaster bendigo@qja.com.au 0407 345 472

INTERNATIONAL CONTACT INFORMATION Hong Kong Luca Ferrerio hong.kong@qja.com.au 16

New Zealand Brandan Hooper nz@qja.com.au

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Taiwan Charles Trappey taiwan@qja.com.au

UK (Norfolk) Derek Hill uk@qja.com.au

USA (Texas) Tanya Conole usa@qja.com.au

The Annual General Meeting of the Queensland Justices Association will be held at: 1.20pm on Saturday 3rd November 2018 at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre Cnr Merivale and Glenelg Streets, BRISBANE

The business to be transacted at the meeting is as follows:

1. Members present, proxies received and apologies:

2. Minutes of the 2017 annual General Meeting and business arising from the minutes: Motion 1: That the minutes of the 2017 annual General Meeting of the Queensland Justices Association, held at City Golf Club, 254 South Street, Toowoomba on 4 November 2017 and published in the Summer 2017/18 edition of the QJA Journal, be confirmed as a correct record.

3. President’s Report 2017-18 Motion 2: That the President’s Report be received.

4. Directors’ Report 2017-18 Motion 3: That the Directors’ Report be received.

5. Financial Statements 2017-18 Motion 4: That the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2018, as set out in the Annual Report, be adopted.

6. Other Business 7. Close As required by section 250S of the Corporations Act 2001, the chair of the AGM must allow a reasonable opportunity for the members to ask questions about or make comments on the management of the company. Motions cannot be raised from the floor, any Member motions must be submitted to the Registrar in writing before 1st August 2018 along with detailed submissions and explanations.

As per Rule 42 of the QJA Constitution, members who cannot attend the meeting have the right to vote by proxy on all motions except appointment of directors to the board (directors are elected every two years by ballot only). Valid proxies must be completed on the prescribed Proxy form distributed with the Journal (reverse side of this Notice), available on the QJA website and from State Office upon request. As per Rule 48 of the Constitution, proxies must be delivered to QJA State Office not less than 48 hours prior to the meeting i.e. by 1:20pm, Thursday 1st November 2018.

NOTE: All reports have been published in the QJA Journal and on the QJA Website. Copies of reports are available in hard copy by contacting the State office.

Queensland Justices Association PROXY FORM ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 3 November 2018

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SIGNATURE OF MEMBER – THIS SECTION MUST BE COMPLETED

QJA Member

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LODGEMENT OF PROXY By hand to: 751 Stanley Street, Woolloongabba, 4102 By mail to - QJA, PO Box 8419, Woolloongabba 4102 By fax to - 07 3392 2955 Or scan and email to – admin@qja.com.au

To be effective this Proxy Form must be lodged BY NO LATER THAN 1.20pm on THURSDAY 1 November 2018

ABN 41 009 666 559

QUEENSLAND JUSTICES ASSOCIATION ESTAB LISHED 1918

2018 Centenary Awards Nomination Form 1) MEMBER OF THE YEAR AWARD 2) BRANCH OF THE YEAR AWARD 3) COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AWARD

Nominee –  Member

 Branch

 Community Engagement Activity

Contact Details of Nominee or Branch Secretary as applicable Name: Address: Phone:

Mobile:

Email: QJA Member Number:

Date Membership Commenced:

As confirmation of acceptance of nomination: Signature of Nominee or Branch Chairperson

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We, the undersigned, nominate: for consideration for a  Member of the Year  Engagement Activity QJA Award.

Branch of the Year  Community

Nominated by: Address:

Phone:

Email:

Membership Number: Signed:

Dated:

Seconded by: Address: Phone:

Email:

Membership Number: Signed:

Dated:

Nomination Form, Cirriculum Vita/description for the nominee and responses to the selection criteria to be submitted to the QJA Business Manager and Registrar – admin@qja.com.au PO Box 8419,Wooloongabba,Qld, 4102 by close of business Friday 12th September 2018.

Vision Statement

BE THE PRE-EMINENT ORGANISATION FOR QUEENSLAND HONORARY JUSTICES

Mission Statement

QJA is committed to being the centre of excellence through a combination of leadership, training, professional development and advocacy.

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ABN 41 009 666 559

QUEENSLAND JUSTICES ASSOCIATION ESTABLISHED 1918

Queensland Justices Association Awards Guidelines 1) MEMBER OF THE YEAR AWARD 2) BRANCH OF THE YEAR AWARD 3) COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AWARD 1. Purpose

a) The purpose of awarding these QJA Awards is primarliy to recognise Members, Branches and QJA Engagement Activities that have made or continue to make ambassadorial contributions to the advancement of the Queensland Justices Association. b) Awards will be made annually from nominations received. c) Posthumous awards will not be accepted or granted. d) The award presents an opportunity to recognise notable achievements of Branches, Individuals and QJA Engagement Activities and to highlight in the public areas the role of the Queensland Justices Association and it’s members and role in the community. e) To further enhance the ideals and growth of the Queensland Justices Association (QJA) f) To support the QJA Vision and Mission Statements.

Vision Statement

BE THE PRE-EMINENT ORGANISATION FOR QUEENSLAND HONORARY JUSTICES Mission Statement

QJA is committed to being the centre of excellence through a combination of leadership, training, professional development and advocacy.

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2. Criteria

The nominee/s for the award of Individuals, Branches, or QJA Engagement Activities awards should meet the following criteria:

a) GENERAL CONDITIONS Must be:  A current financial member of QJA  An official QJA Branch or Contact Group  A QJA Community Engagement Activity b) QJA MEMBER of the Year Must:  be nominated and seconded by current financial QJA members  have the consent of the nominated member for nomination and the member will accept the award should they be successful  submit a profile of the nominated member  answer all points set out in the “Criteria for Assessment” as it applies to the member c) QJA BRANCH of the Year Must:  be nominated and seconded by a current financial QJA members  submit a profile of the branch (historical)  answer all points set out in the “Criteria for Assessment” as it applies to the branch d) QJA Community Engagement Award Must:  be nominated by a current financial QJA member or QJA branch for an event or a range of events  submit a brief background of the event/s  answer all points set out in the “Criteria for Assessment” as it applies to the event/s

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3. CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT:

 Member Engagement and Growth  Training Excellence – through professional development, workshops and/or mentoring  Marketing – raising the QJA profile  Community Engagement – activities, projects or event/s that reach out to the broader community

4. Submission

a) Invitations for submissions and nominations will be forwarded to members and branches b) Nomination forms are available from Q.J.A website www.qja.com.au email admin@qja.com.au or requested by phone (07) 3392 2955 c) Nomination must be signed by a proposer and seconder (QJA members) d) Nomination should include details of exceptional achievement or contribution/s that warrant consideration for the award. e) Nomination form should be accompanied by > Cirriculum Vita of duties as an Honorary Justice (member award only) > Historical background (branch award only) f) Nomination plus Submission should be no more than 7 pages in total including photographs g) Nominations (hardcopy or by email) are to be returned by the second Friday of September in the year of nomination to: QJA Awards Committee, PO Box 8419, Wooloongabba,Qld, 4102 Email: admin@qja.com.au h) Nominations received will be considered in the year of nomination only i) Unsuccessful nominees are welcome to nominate again in future years j) The award to “Member of the Year” will be awarded to only one person.

5. Tips    

In your submission identify key points such as: barriers encountered (member / branch / event) how the barriers were overcome (member / branch / event) the aim of the activity (event) results/outcomes achieved e.g. member growth/ new members

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6. Selection a) b) c)

d) e)

Nominations will be assessed by the QJA Awards Committee.

QJA Awards Committee decision/s will be final and no further correspondence will be entered into.

The QJA Awards Committee may make enquires such as it deems necessary with respect to the achievements or contributions outlined in the nomination form and attachments.

All enquires will be carried out in a strictly confidential manner.

The Awards will be presented at an appropriate ceremony, such as the Queensland Justices Association State Conference or Dinner.

Vision Statement

BE THE PRE-EMINENT ORGANISATION FOR QUEENSLAND HONORARY JUSTICES Mission Statement

QJA is committed to being the centre of excellence through a combination of leadership, training, professional development and advocacy.

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2019 State Conference Hosting Nomination Nominations are now called from any QJA Branch (or consortium of Branches) wishing to host the 2019 State Conference.

Expressions of Interest should be submitted to State Office (admin@qja.com.au or PO Box 8419, Woolloongabba QLD 4102) by Tuesday 31 July 2018 and should include supporting information addressing the following matters: • Proposed host (single Branch or consortium of Branches) • Proposed conference venue and its facilities • Proposed date (late October, early November is preferred) • Estimated delegate numbers • Proposed delegate accommodation arrangements • Proposed catering arrangements • Project budget • Particulars of local QJA resources to plan and deliver event • Expected local community support particulars • Local attractions of interest to visitors • Why QJA should approve your nomination Would your region be an ideal site for a QJA State Conference?

The QJA Board will consider the expressions of interest submitted and select the successful nomination for announcement at the 2018 Centennial Conference on Saturday 3 November 2018.