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A DAY AND NIGHT TO REMEMBER – 3 NOVEMBER 2018
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It was smiles all round at the QJA Centennial Year Conference
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2018 AGM REPORT
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Delegates and speakers mix and mingle during the day while in the evening guests dressed in their finery for the Celebration Dinner
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PRESIDENT’S PAGE Fellow QJA members, A considerable portion of this Journal is devoted to reviewing the Centennial Year Conference events which took place in Brisbane in first weekend of November. For readers who attended those events, these reports will allow you to revisit your own attendance experience and will also give you insights into those elements of the weekend activities you were unable to experience in person. For those readers unable to attend, the reports will give you an understanding of the depth and diversity of the valuable experience QJA was able to deliver to attendees. Feedback The delegate feedback from the centennial conference weekend was strongly positive with more than 90% of delegates rating the overall experience as excellent or very good. The feedback also identified some aspects that did not work as well as we had expected but these were at the margins and have provided QJA with valuable learnings to take forward to future events. Highlights The Wheel of Brisbane activity on the Friday night provided visiting delegates and their companions the opportunity to mix socially with like-minded members of the QJA family as they witnessed the illumination transformation of Brisbane City at dusk. For the 60+ participants, this will be an enduring memory of the weekend. Plenary Presentations The excellent conference welcome presentations (by Songwoman Maroochy Barambah and Lord Mayor Graham Quirk) together with the official opening (by AttorneyGeneral Hon Yvette D’Ath) got the Saturday business program away to a flying start. The first keynote address (by the Honourable Chief Justice Catherine Holmes) established the quality benchmark standard for subsequent plenary presentations - keynote two (by the QJA President) and the closing keynote address (by Sallyanne Atkinson AO). The delegate approval ratings for all the plenary presentations were in the range 84-95%. Break-out sessions In between the plenary presentations, the conference program included three interactive break-out sessions where delegates were offered a menu of three topic options (a Technical Issues choice, an Emerging Issues choice and a Meet the Leaders choice). Each of the break-out session options was held in a separate room. Many delegates regarded the opportunity to select the break-out sessions of their choice as a progressive and positive feature of this conference. Networking During the breaks between the business sessions, the 260+ delegates were able to meet and mix with other members of the QJA family over refreshments. This networking opportunity is consistently rated as one of the most valuable aspects of the annual QJA conference. A new initiative at this conference was a mini exhibition hall
which allowed delegates, during the breaks, to network also with representatives of several of the more innovative QJA Branches and other exhibitors. Celebration Dinner With guests of honour His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC Governor of Queensland and the QJA Patron Her Honour Chief Justice Catherine Holmes, the celebration dinner provided an opportunity for delegates and their companions to interact socially with one another while enjoying fine food and beverages and the background music of Midnight Groove. The 2018 QJA Awards were also presented at the dinner. Congratulations to all the award winners whose details are featured elsewhere in the Journal. Annual General Meeting The 2018 QJA AGM was held during the conference lunch break and attracted a record attendance of 156 members. A report on the meeting proceedings is included later in the Journal (page11). QJA History Booklet To commemorate the association’s centennial year, the QJA Board commissioned the researching, writing and publication of a booklet to chronicle the evolution of the organisation since 1918 and to highlight all the significant personalities and events that constitute part of QJA’s heritage. Titled Across the Generations, the QJA history story is an interesting and intriguing tale featuring some very prominent Queenslanders and quite a bit of controversy. Across the Generations was released at the November conference where delegates were provided with a complimentary copy as part of their conference pack. For those unable to attend the conference, copies of the limited edition publication are available from the QJA Merchandise Shop for $10 (which includes postage and handling costs). When informed that this document was being developed, Mark McArdle MP, Member for Caloundra (and passionate QJA supporter), offered the observation that all QJA members should acquire a copy so they understand and appreciate the heritage of the association to which they belong. Market Research On the Sunday following the November conference, the QJA Board of directors and management devoted a full day to considering the strategic direction of the organisation for the coming years. To inform our decision making, the Board has committed to undertake a market research project to better understand the needs and expectations of our members, prospective members and Branches. In the coming months, you may be asked to participate in this project. We encourage you to give your full cooperation. Festive season greetings to you and yours,
John Carpendale, QJA President Serving Queensland’s Honorary Justices since 1918
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QUEENSLAND JUSTICES ASSOCIATION CENTENNIAL CONFERENCE AND AWARDS QJA Awards for 2018
Branch of the Year
His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, Governor of Queensland, presented the QJA annual awards for Community Engagement; Branch of the Year; and Member of the Year at the Centennial Conference Celebration Dinner.
Nominations were received from Redlands City; Brisbane South; and Caboolture branches for Branch of the Year. The award judges found that it was Caboolture Branch that ticked all of the boxes to become this year’s Branch of the Year. Highlights from their nomination are summarised below.
Chair of the selection committee, QJA Vice President, Marian Vierveyzer, said “Entries were very strong in all categories making it challenging for the judges to choose the winners, but it was a good challenge to have”.
Community Engagement Award Two branches, Toowoomba and Caboolture, submitted nominations for the Community Engagement category. It was Toowoomba Branch that edged out Caboolture to take the award this year. Congratulations to Toowoomba Branch whose nomination is outlined below.
QJA Vice President Marian Vierveyzer (L), Merv Gilby (C) Caboolture Branch Chair and QJA Director Garth Stephens (R) with the Branch of the Year Award.
QJA Vice President Marian Vierveyzer (Left), Bruce Birtwell (Centre) Toowoomba Branch Chair and QJA Director Garth Stephens (Right) with the Community Engagement of the Year Award
The Toowoomba Branch hosted the State Conference in 2017. The theme chosen for the Conference was “Justice in Diversity on the Range”. This theme was chosen because the Toowoomba community has a diverse cultural mix and is listed as a ‘welcome region’ for refugees and other cultures wanting to make their home in Australia. During 2017, as part of the QJA Toowoomba Branch’s commitment to their multicultural and diverse community, the Branch sponsored three students to become JPs. All three were born in Africa and had immigrated to Australia and taken up residence in the Toowoomba area. To reinforce community values the candidates were selected on willingness to commit to being mentored for 10 hours and to join regular staffing of the local signing site for 12 months. Candidates were also expected to participate in regular Branch activity. The Branch is continuing this initiative by offering 3 more sponsorship opportunities during 2018. Toowoomba Branch participated in the 13th Toowoomba Languages and Culture Festival where the QJA was promoted. In addition, the Branch was represented at the Mayoral greeting and celebration of the Festival. Such linkages with the community help to reach out to prospective members. 4
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Member Engagement and Growth: Caboolture Branch is a relatively new branch having only chartered in 2011 with only six members attending their first meeting. Finding the best venue to accommodate members proved a bit of a challenge at first, but the Branch has now settled on alternating meetings between Bribie Island and Caboolture. This helps to encourage attendance from across the area. Dedicated members worked tirelessly to promote and grow the Branch and within 4 years after chartering, the Branch hosted the 2015 State Conference. The Branch encourages non-QJA members to participate in professional development activities as they see this as an effective strategy to help grow Branch membership. Training Excellence: All Branch meetings include a professional development component as well as an opportunity for experienced JPs and C.Decs to share their knowledge and experiences. The Branch is fortunate to have a Registered Training Officer among the membership. The ability to run preenrolment training helps to generate funds to support Branch activities. Annual all day workshops have been convened by the Branch and include a diverse range of speakers including Queensland Police Service officers, local politicians, solicitors and family court officers. The Branch was recently awarded a Stockland Grant of $1,000 to purchase a projector and screen which will ensure the ongoing viability of the Branch’s continued professional development training. Marketing: Members who attend at least 3 Branch meetings in one year are rewarded with a free QJA polo shirt. This helps project a more professional image at meetings and JP and C.Dec events. It also promotes the QJA Caboolture Branch to others in the community. Caboolture branch organised a free morning tea for all JPs and C.Decs in the region in July 2017. QJA President, John Carpendale, was the opening speaker and promoted the benefits of QJA membership to members and non-members alike. The event was sponsored by the local Member for Pumicestone, Rick Williams MP, who presented the Branch with a new digital recorder for use at meetings or other events.
VOLUME 15 • NUMBER 4 • SUMMER 2018 Community Engagement: In May 2018 the Brach held a Domestic Violence Community Engagement event which was attended by about 100 guests. To fund this event, local businesses were approached for sponsorship and prizes for the multi-draw raffle. Sufficient funds were raised from the many generous donations to cover the cost of the event and to also allow members to make a donation of $1,000 to the Zonta Club to purchase items for their Baby Emergency Packs. During the function QJA President, John Carpendale and QJA Business Manager and Registrar, Wendy La Macchia, presented members with their QJA Centennial Pins. Branch members have been touched by the plight of the drought stricken farmers and their families this year and have donated $500 to the Queensland CWA for their Public Rural Crisis Fund. Members from Caboolture branch are keen participants in various signing sites across the region which supports the local community.
Member of the Year There was a strong field of nominees this year for Member of the Year award. The nominee were: • Leanne Kendall – nominated by Greater Springfield Branch • Noel Hosking – nominated by Brisbane North Branch • Keith Taylor – nominated by Gold Coast Branch • John Olding – nominated by Caboolture Branch • Carmelo Pasquale – nominated by Mackay Branch • Gregory Smith – nominated by Redlands City Branch The judging committee had a very tough job choosing a winner from such a high quality pool of nominees. However, after much deliberation Keith Taylor was selected as the winner based on the following submission from the Gold Coast Branch.
His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, Governor of Queensland (Left), presents Keith Taylor (Centre) with the Member of the Year Award with judging panel member QJA Director Garth Stephens (Right).
Introduction: Keith Henry Taylor, Justice of the Peace (Qualified), has been a Justice of the Peace since he swore his oath before Magistrate John Kearney at the Southport Magistrates Court in 1968. This is the same year that Keith became a member of the Queensland Justices Association, and is this year, 2018, celebrating his half century membership of this century old association. A great asset to the Gold Coast Branch, we are very pleased to nominate him for this prestigious award in his half century year. Member Engagement and Growth: Unlike most QJA members, Keith is not satisfied with membership of just one Branch and,
while technically he is a member of the Gold Coast Branch, he also regularly attends the Logan Branch meetings and actively participates in both branches activities, such as meetings, workshops, discussion groups and community forums. He has established a collegiate network between the two branches and willingly shares experiences between the two. Training Excellence: If there is a professional development opportunity going you can be assured that Keith will be as keen as mustard to attend. He is of the view that, regardless of how much you think you know, you can always learn something new. He maintains a huge library on JP matters, in particular Land Titles Documents, Enduring Powers of Attorney Documents and Family Law, and can be counted on to share his expertise with budding JPs. He is one of the “go to people” on the Gold Coast and has mentored 4 new honorary justices this year at the Harbour Town JP in the Community site. JPs and C.Decs mentored by Keith speak very highly of their experiences. Keith is dedicated to ensuring his knowledge is as contemporary as possible and to this end, when the National Mortgage forms were being introduced, he contacted all States and Territories to find out what was going on in their jurisdictions. He then went on to report his findings to the Department of Justice and Attorney-General and recommended that they disseminate this information to fellow JPs via a technical bulletin. Keith’s drive and dedication to delivering an excellent service has seen him go the extra mile to ensure his knowledge is not lacking. Following a recent professional development activity with the Southport Public Trustee, where, due to time constraints, he was unable to clarify all of his concerns at the time, he followed up with a private session with the Public Trustee. Marketing: Promoting the QJA where ever possible is one of Keith’s hobbies. He decks himself out in QJA apparel which he wears with great pride, along with his QJA branded name badge and pin. Keith also promotes the use of the QJA resources on line to new Justices to assist them with performing their duties. Community engagement: Community is very important to Keith and throughout his adult life he has always embraced the idea of service to his community. He is a recognised community leader, a strong supporter of Neighbourhood Watch, where he can be seen and heard delivering information sessions to the general public about the importance of enduring documents such as Enduring Powers of Attorney, Advance Health Directives and Wills. He is the backbone of both Harbour Town and Upper Coomera signing centres on the Gold Coast and puts in about 22 hours per week between the two. He clocks up over 200 km. per week traveling to service his JP clients. So far this year he has provided service to 1766 clients, witnessed 4383 documents, and signed his name on 8256 individual pages. He is always willing to serve his community and keeps his signing equipment with him at all times so that he can step in whenever a JP is required. Recognising that a fair proportion of the clients at the Harbour Town signing site are of the Muslim faith, Keith has ensured that a Koran is available for taking the oaths of these clients and ensuring that his colleagues are aware of the practices and restrictions associated with this religion. Serving Queensland’s Honorary Justices since 1918
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In Summary, Keith is one of the stalwarts of the Gold Coast Branch. A JP dedicated to the oath he took 50 years ago “to serve the community”, and he does it so well. Congratulations Keith.
owners of the conference site. Maroochy gave us a short history of her life in Cherbourg and then sang Advance Australia Fair in the language of the Turrbal people.
Honorary Life Membership One of more memorable highlights of the Centennial Year Conference Dinner was the announcement and presentation of QJA Honorary Life Membership award, the highest personal accolade the association can bestow, to QJA’s recognised elder statesman, Raymond Young OAM. His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC (a long-time acquaintance of Raymond) was on hand to make this presentation. Ray joins an elite band of QJA officers whose exemplary performance over an extended period has justified the awarding of this honour. Congratulations Raymond! Somgwoman Maroochy Barambah
His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC(L), awards Raymond Young AO (R) with his Honorary Life Membership Award with QJA Directors Garth Stephens and Marian Vierveyzer and QJA President John Carpendale.
2018 Centennial Year Conference Justice across the Generations Centennial year celebrations got underway on Friday evening, 2 November, as delegates and guests enjoyed the 360-degree panoramic views of Brisbane as they circled around in their gondolas on the Wheel of Brisbane. Clearly visible from the top of the Wheel, which is 60 metres above the ground, riders could see the Story and Victoria Bridges. After the ride it was all feet back on the ground and across the river to the Public Quarter restaurant to socialise with colleagues and guests while enjoying a selection of canapes.
Centennial Year Conference 3 November 2018 Up early to set up, the Conference Volunteers swung in to action welcoming delegates to the 2018 State Conference, the Queensland Justices Association centennial year, at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Members mixed and mingled throughout the day while soaking up the collective wisdom of our guest speakers. As delegates were seated the auditorium was filled with the sounds of Cold Play’s ‘Clocks’ while the QJA centennial video rolled across the three huge video screens. The program was packed with three plenary sessions, nine concurrent sessions, and opened with a Welcome to Country presented by Maroochy Barambah, Songwoman and Law-woman of the Turrbal People, the traditional land 6
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Official Opening The conference was officially opened by the Honourable Yvette D’Ath MP, Attorney General and Minister for Justice, who took to the stage, reflecting that the QJA has now joined an elite circle of Queensland businesses celebrating 100 years. The Attorney-General reflected on a little history of JPs in Queensland noting that 2018 also marks the 100th anniversary of the first woman appointed as JP in Queensland. This honour goes to Matilda Hennessey who was quite a pioneer of her time. Ms D’Ath commended JPs and C.Decs for their volunteer service, their support to the legal system, and, how many make themselves available at all hours to assist the Queensland Police Service. She noted that 123,000 services are provided through the JPs in the Community program annually.
Keynote Address 1: The JP Role – Through the Years Chief Justice, the Honourable Catherine Holmes (also QJA Patron) was our first keynote speaker and she breathed new life into the history of JPs in Queensland. Her Honour spoke about the arrival of the first JPs in Australia with the first fleet and how Governor Phillip set them to work immediately establishing a court of Petty Sessions with two JPs presiding. Queensland saw its first JPs in 1825 which were authorised under the British Parliament to hear cases. It wasn’t until 1886, 27 years after the Colony of Queensland was established, and the Justice Act was introduced that JPs were appointed under Queensland Law. Moving along to modern times Her Honour spoke about the paucity of JP training during the 20th century and noting that between 1981 and 1989 only 17% of JPs had completed any training. All that was to change with the recommendations of a Green paper, in 1989, setting out the abolition of the one category JP system and introducing the system we have today with Commissioners for Declarations, and Justice of the Peace Qualified. With the introduction of the Justices of the Peace and Commissioners for Declarations Act 1991 training became mandatory. A video of the Chief Justice’s full speech is available at link Chief Justice
VOLUME 15 • NUMBER 4 • SUMMER 2018 the Queensland economy. The question of whether there should be an accreditation process for JPs who gain extra or specialist knowledge also invoked lively discussion amongst the delegates and speakers.
Lord Mayor Cr. Graeme Quirk, Chief Justice, Catherine Holmes, Attorney-General Yvette D’Ath, opening speakers, with QJA President John Carpendale.
Welcome to Brisbane: Brisbane Lord Mayor Cr. Graeme Quirk welcomed delegates and spoke about how Brisbane has grown into a major tourist destination with 8.5 million visitors annually, and has seen the opening of 18 new hotels with the city’s occupancy rates 5% above the Australian average. Cr. Quirk applauded JPs and C.Decs for the work they do revealing that he is also a C.Dec who carries out the functions of the office. With the conference formally opened, delegates split up into the breakout sessions. Three concurrent sessions were available and many found it challenging to know which session to choose, and some even flitted between sessions to get a flavour of the variety of topics on offer. The morning concurrent sessions included the topics of Wills and Enduring Documents; Queensland’s JP Program; and Technology and the JP. Below is a short summary of some of the material covered. 2A: Wills and Enduring Documents Solicitor Ian Kelly (L), Session Chair, Graeme Moorhouse (C), and Geoff Cameron (R) from the Office of the Public Trustee.
In this session, delegates heard form Geoff Cameron of the Office of the Public Trustee about general witnessing tips and the importance of wills. While Ian Kelly, Solicitor, of Hall Payne Lawyers, took delegates through understanding capacity and completing Enduring Powers of Attorney and Advance Health Directives. For more information, access the full presentations here. link session 2A 2B: Queensland’s JP Program This meet the leader’s session was presented by Damien Mealey, Registrar and Manager of the JP Branch, Department of Justice and Attorney-General, and David Janetzki MP, Shadow Attorney-General and Shadow Minister for Justice. Mr Janetzki spoke about the separation of powers and how it influences government, government decisions and policy making. While Mr Mealey revisited the history of the JPs and the origins of the JPs in the Community Program. During the session there was discussion about the value of JPs to
David Janetzki MP Shadow Attorney General (L) Session Chair, Marian Vierveyzer(C) and Damien Mealey JP Branch Registrar (R) gave an update on JP matters.
2C: Technology and the JP The past 100 years has witnessed significant changes in the role of an Honorary Justice in Queensland. Undoubtedly one of the biggest changes has been the increasing use of technology by JPs in carrying out their duties. Delegates heard from two speakers - Lisa Shaw, Team Leader of the Professional Development, Mentoring and Community Engagement Team, JP Branch and Dr Michael Rees, QJA member and a retired academic specialising in all things computing. Session Chair, QJA Director Bronwyn McEntee, kicked off by taking the audience down digital memory lane - the first automated mobile phone system for private vehicles was launched in Sweden in 1956 and weighed 40kg, while just eleven years ago, in 2007, the first iPhone was released followed in 2008 by the first Android smart phone. Lisa briefed the participants on the very successful pilot programme run in January 2018 where clients could apply online for life event certificates such as birth certificates. She then briefed members on the use of digital documents, digital logbooks, and reminded all JPs that they can update their personal details, access the JP handbook and buy merchandise online.
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website, JP Fusion, which provides professional development links and resources for JPs. link session 2C Morning Tea The morning tea, sponsored by White Lady Funerals, proved very popular as delegates gather around the food stations tucking into chicken and leek quiches and apple cinnamon scones. Members took the opportunity to gather in the foyer, on the outside balcony, and in the merchandise room to network with colleagues and enjoy the view across the Brisbane River and the city skyline. Branch Representative Tables This year QJA Branches had an opportunity to host a table in the merchandising and sponsorship area. Brisbane North, Brisbane South, Toowoomba and Lockyer Branches were represented as well as past winners of Branch of the Year, Logan Branch and Gold Coast Branch who proudly displayed their awards. In the same area Karl McKenzie, Chair QJA Townsville Branch was available to talk about being a QCAT JP practitioner and former QJA Registrar, Angela Yin, spoke about being a JP while living overseas. After the break delegates were given a choice of attending sessions on Police and Court Documents; QJA’s Training and PD Program; or Talking about my Generation. 3A: Police and Court Documents Barrister Michael Amerena spoke at length about the rule of law and how everyone is subject to it “No one is above the law’ said Michael. He went on to talk about search and arrest warrants and the importance of the role of the JP in granting warrants. He sees the role of the JP as standing between the people and the police and protecting the rights of citizens. Therefore, he said, JPs need to be assured that there are reasonable grounds for the warrant before granting it. Warrants should include all of the information available to police which will enable the JP to determine whether reasonable grounds exist for granting the warrant. Michael recommended questioning the police if information is vague and not being afraid to refuse a warrant if the JP doesn’t think it is necessary. Michael’s full paper is very enlightening and available at link session 3A. Unfortunately, Katrina O’Connor, A/ Registrar Coolangatta Magistrates Court, was unable to attend and present her paper, but Session Chair, QJA Director Carmelo Pasquale stepped in and shared some of the common reasons why affidavits are rejected by the courts, including: • Wrong names • Incorrect spelling • Incorrect documents • Incorrect date and time • Not being filed in accordance with lodgement guidelines. Katrina’s paper can be viewed at link session 3A.
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Sharon Munro, QJA Trainer and Assessor was also on hand to answer any technical questions. 3B: QJA’s Training and PD Program This session looked at the extensive range of professional development tools and resources that are available to assist QJA members in becoming the best honorary justices possible. It commenced with Keith Revell, QJA Director, and former President demonstrating what is available on line for members through the QJA website and how to navigate through the online professional development and training resources. This was followed by Brooke Batley, QJA Trainer and Assessor, who spoke with regard to the training tools used within the JP and C.Dec training courses provided by QJA. He demonstrated the use of the Power-point presentation and the activity book used in training. Finally, Chris Lancaster OAM, QJA Director, spoke on the recent production of training videos depicting JPs role playing various witnessing scenarios. Two videos were played to the delegates; “Attending a record of Interview of a Minor” and “Hearing a Bail application”. More on this presentation is available here. link session 3B 3C: Talking about my Generation Wendy LaMacchia, QJA Business Manager and Registrar, entertained delegates with the differences between the generations of Builders; Boomers; Gen x; and Gen y; and how helpful it is to understand their different needs. Wendy’s slides can be viewed at link session 3C Delegates adjourned for a well-earned lunch break with lots of choice from a selection of hot and cold dishes from the buffet stations. After Lunch There was still a lot more to come including two keynote speakers and three more concurrent sessions.
Keynote Address 2: QJA Across the Generations Delegates joined together in the main auditorium to hear from our second keynote speaker, QJA President John Carpendale. John took us through a special QJA publication Across the Generations: The history of the Queensland Justices Association - 1918 to 2018. The booklet was included in the delegates conference satchels and traces the history of the Association from its humble beginnings through to the present day. In particular, Chapter 8 summarises how the Association was ‘Taken to the Brink (1989-1998) and under investigation by
VOLUME 15 • NUMBER 4 • SUMMER 2018 the Australian Securities Commission. The QJA went into provisional liquidation and the courts ordered the offices of all ten QJA councillors declared vacant. Despite the chaos and turmoil, the QJA survived and has prospered. The full story is compelling reading and you can purchase a copy of ‘Across the Generations: The History of the Queensland Justices Association – 1918-2018’ via the QJA merchandising site link merchandise. Innovation in Domestic and Family Violence Peter Brandon A/Director Domestic and Family Violence Court Project came to the stage and explained the background to and operations of the specialist domestic and family violence court. The court is located at Southport and it is planned to rollout to Beenleigh, Townsville, Mount Isa and Palm Island. The objective of the specialist court is to maximise the safety and protection for victims and to hold offenders to account for their actions. The court provides access to legal services, counselling, interpreters and social service networks in a ‘one stop shop’ approach so that support is coordinated and made easier for victims to access. Cases are managed by dedicated magistrates and prosecutors so that victims do not have to continually repeat their story if multiple court appearances are required. The major role for JPs in this this process is in witnessing affidavits and protection orders. However, JPs were encouraged to refer clients to support agencies such as DV connect and other similar services. For more information about this session connect to the link here link 5A
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Melissa Langton HR Consultant, Chris Lancaster OAM, Gary Fagg and Bruce Birtwell
This session gave advice on how our honorary justices should interact with the diversity they often face in the community from those who seek the services of JPs and C.Decs. Bruce Birtwell talked about handling emotion and dealing with anger; while Gary Fagg concentrated on dealing with disability. Twenty per cent of Australians have some form of disability and the need for acceptance and understanding from our JPs providing a service. Chris Lancaster followed up with discussion about handling matters in a multi-cultural society and the need to be aware of unconscious bias. One in four Australians are born overseas and many see English as their second language. Finally, Melissa Langton, HR Consultant, spoke on providing the best possible service to members of the community and embracing all the principles outlined by all of the other speakers. Slides for these speakers can be found here link 5C Afternoon Tea and Raffle Draw Delegates gathered in the foyer for a sumptuous afternoon tea and waited expectantly for their names to be called as winners of the multiple raffle draw. Our final keynote speaker Sallyanne Atkinson AO was on hand to draw the tickets as lucky winners eagerly made their way to collect their prizes.
Keynote Speaker 3: The Future
Rachael O’Grady, President RFNZJA from New Zealand (3rd from the right) networking with representatives of other JP associations
During this session delegates learnt from QJA Director Keith Revell about the origins of the Australasian Council of Justices’ Association which facilitates networking and sharing across all Australian States and Territories and New Zealand. Rachael O’Grady, President of the Royal Federation of New Zealand Justices’ Associations Inc. followed up with a presentation about the accreditation program already in place in New Zealand. This program requires JPs to attend professional development activities as well as completing an online accreditation test every 2 years. Links to the slides for this session can be found here . link 5B
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Our final keynote speaker for the day was Sallyanne Atkinson AO, former Lord Mayor of Brisbane. Ms Atkinson had the audience enthralled and entertained talking about the attitudes of different generations and what they are willing to put up with. She spoke about how she was expected to behave as a young journalist and put up with all sorts of ‘questionable and unwanted male behaviours’ which would not be tolerated today. She went on to talk about the strong spirit of volunteering that is entrenched in JPs. In closing she noted that volunteerism, has a strong future, especially where there is an emotional attachment, and this is so true of JPs. You can see the Sallyanne’s inspiring presentation here. link SAA
Official Closing What a day!
and their partners may take advantage of an early morning beach walk or a swim at the beautiful pristine beaches of the Sunshine Coast.
The hosts QJA Maroochydore, supported by other Sunshine Coast Branches are promising that Conference 2019 will be a really great event and is not to be missed!
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Delegates gathered to hear QJA President John Carpendale wrap up the day, thanking our three keynote speakers; 25 presenters; the MC Graeme Moorhouse; Volunteers; Sponsors; Conference Organisers; and of course, the delegates.
State Conference 2019 At the end of the day, speculation about the location of the next state conference ended as the QJA President, John Carpendale, revealed Maroochydore Branch on the Sunshine Coast as the successful contender. Now is the time to start planning and saving for the State Conference in 2019, after all it is less than 1 year away. The theme for the 2019 State Conference is ‘Justices serving from Sand to the Hinterland’. The Innovation Centre of the University of the Sunshine Coast has been chosen as the conference venue.
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The 2018 Annual General Meeting of the Queensland Justices Association was conducted during the lunch break of the Centennial Year Conference on Saturday 3 November 2018. The following is a summary report on the proceedings at the 2018 AGM. The official minutes of the meeting are published in the Member-Link Portal of the QJA website or may be viewed at the QJA State Office. Report on the 2018 AGM – held at Room P9-11, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre at 1:20pm on Saturday 3 November 2018. (Note: to protect individual privacy, the names of persons associated with the meeting are not published here but are maintained in QJA records) Members present, proxies received and apologies. The QJA President assumed chairmanship for the meeting Present – as per attendance list – 156 Proxies - as per proxy schedule – 24 Apologies - 4 Minutes of 2017 AGM and business arising Moved JC, seconded MH that the minutes (an abbreviated version of which was published in the 2017-18 Summer edition of the Journal) be confirmed as a correct record. CARRIED No discussion. President’s Report 2017-18 (as published in the Spring 2018 edition of the QJA Journal) Moved JC, seconded GM that the President’s Report be received. CARRIED Discussion: Member GC asked about the extent of the forecast deficit for 2018-19 resulting from the Centennial Year Conference. The President reported that the conference deficit was estimated to be approximately $25K. Directors’ Report 2017-18 (as published in the Spring 2018 edition of the QJA Journal) Moved JC, seconded CP that the Directors’ Report be received. CARRIED No discussion. Audited Financial Statements 2017-18 (as published in the Spring 2018 edition of the QJA Journal)
VOLUME 15 • NUMBER 4 • SUMMER 2018 Moved JC, seconded BM that the Audited Financial Statements be adopted. CARRIED No discussion. Other Business Member AC asked if QJA corporate documents (like annual reports) could be made more visible on the QJA website. The President replied that the Board would consider this suggestion Member DJ asked whether QJA was regulated under State or Federal legislation. The President replied that QJA was a company (limited by guarantee) regulated under the Federal Corporations Act. The President then drew attention to his comments in his column in the Spring 2018 edition of the Journal which reported that the provisions of QJA Constitution prohibited the application of member funds to support State emergency relief causes like the rural Queensland drought. The President asked the meeting if there was any appetite for constitutional changes to allow such donations from retained funds. Several members spoke on the issue, all indicating reservations about changing the constitution in this way. On a show of hands, the meeting indicated an almost unanimous preference for retaining the status quo. There being no further business, the chairman declared the meeting closed at 1:48pm.
Justice of Queensland; and QJA Board members and their partners filed in to the ballroom for the dinner. Formalities were kept to a minimum as members and guests enjoyed their delicious three course meal and complimentary wine. His Excellency spoke warmly about his long history with the QJA and was delighted to present the QJA awards. In particular to his long-time acquaintance, Raymond Young OAM who was honoured Honorary Life Membership, the highest and most prestigious of our QJA awards.
The Celebration Dinner Conference delegates and guests gathered at the Boulevarde Room of the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre to take part in the Centennial Year Celebration Dinner. While waiting to be ushered to their seats, guests were entertained with the bagpipes of Pipe Major Pat Murphy of the Queensland Police Pipes and Drums Band.
Once guests were seated, the official VIP guests, His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, Governor of Queensland; the Honourable Catherine Holmes, Chief
His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, Governor of Queensland
See pages 4 and 5 for full report on the nominees and the QJA Awards. The celebration dinner brought a combination of ceremony and fun especially as the Jazz Band, Midnight Groove, hit just the right note with the audience as they sang and bopped along to classics of the 1960s and 70s. There were few empty plates at the end of the night as guests enjoyed such delights as Mooloolaba prawns or smoked lamb loin; beef or grilled barramundi; followed up with a choice of mouth-watering velvet passionfruit tart or apple pie cheesecake filled profiteroles.
Guests bathed in the soft lights of the Boulevard Ballroom Room
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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.
50 Years QJA Membership
David Bernard
Keith Taylor
40 Years QJA Membership
John Blyth Trevor Boswood
Euan Bruce Kay Cook
Kennith Corley Barry Kerr
Robert McCallum Ian Truscott
25 Years QJA Membership Janet Childs Allison Geisel
Laraine Griffiths Heather Hastings
Terrence Holland Robert Johnson
Lorraine Quinn Alessandra Raj
Sylvia Rendalls Keith Sallaway
Geoffrey Scott Maree-Ann Surch
Welcome to New Members The following have joined the QJA since the last Journal: Janette Adams Chelsea Alexander Darrel Altmann Abigail Andersson Barbara Argue Britt Arthur Irene Audie Toni Averay Lindsay Bancroft Jason Barnes Aaron Barnett Eleonora Baronio Julie Barry Breanna Bate Cherie Beaumont-Tyson Shannon Begg Apolonia Behan Sherri Bell Debra Bernes Phoenix Blavius Rhoda Bol Catherine Bonifant Celiamaree Bonso Mark Booth Caroline Bowyer Margaret Boyle Sarah Bregonje Lorrae Brimblecombe Suellen Brosnan Christopher Brosnan John Brown Chris Burgess Christopher Burgess Karen Butler Janette Campbell Megan Campbell Jeffrey Campbell Stephanie Campbell Albert Capel Leititia Capner Bradley Carlson Marnie Carroll Patricia Carroll Sebastian Chadwick Rupinder Chahal Jenny Charleston Tanya Clancy Janice Clark
Vale:
Jay Goodwin Natalia Goryachkina Roslyn Grady Lesley Grant Carol Green Joanna Greening Jasmin Griffiths Justine Griffiths Marizel Gutierrez Duncan Guy Glynn Hagstrom Angela Hall Allison Hannon Dianne Hardwick Kathryn Harrison Annette Hart Amanda Heather Darryl Holbrook Janice Holstein Helen Hudson Simone Hudson Tiffany Humphreys David Hyde Sarah Ingram Kathy Inwood Hugh Jesse Arienne Jewell Belinda Jewell Ian Joblin Peter Johnson Christopher Kaarsberg Ratnam Kandasamy Hannah Keen Nicola Killick Jessica Kimpton Rowan King Rowan King Penelope King Barbara Kirk Sandra Knowles David Kolb Arpan Kothari Kristina Kucan Kevin Lalor Ka Lam Anthony Latter Deborah Lawrence Judith Learmonth
Nathan Lee Long Michelle Lewis Penny Lindsay Ashley Little Aliasger Lokhandwala Dallas Lysons-Smith Anthony Mack Taimane Mailata Nicholas Malowiecki Erin Manderson Rachel Marshall Francesca Martino Kallah Masya Fiona Matheson Elizabeth Mawby James McCann Louisa McComb Sheree McCulloch Nicholas McDonald Andrea Mcgarry Michelle McGaw David McLean Adrian McPhee Gregory Menz Richard Meyers Sandra Michel Alan Miller Cadden Miller-Pamenter Juanita Mills Jessica Milnes Lauren Moore Joy Moroney Erica Morris Virginia Morris Beau Morrison Rennison Murray Alana Muscat Robert Napier Joanne Needham Lana Neho Alexander Newman James Newman Narelle Newton Carmen Neylon Constantine Nicolaides Kim Nudl Kevin Obermuller Renee O’Dwyer
Anja Ostrofski Graeme John Owen Yvonne Packbier Rebecca Parkes Karen Paull Bader Pendergast-Lee Tammy Perrin Beverly Pinkham Gregory Ponych Kym-Maree Potts Janene Powell Elli Preston Courtney Purse Sharon Pursell Rachel Quinn Virginia Quinn Rita Rayer Paige Reberger Connie Reed Christine Reeves Melanie Richards Carmen Robaldo Vicki Robins Malcolm Rolph-Smith Fiona Rowe Marcus Rudd Sara Ryan Damian Ryan Dawn Sampson Karen Sargent Helen Scifleet Prabha Selvanathan Jessee Senner Sharan Sheth Youeil Shol Kendall Siddans Tisin Simon Kelly Simpson Tarnia Simpson Kaylah Simpson Jaswinder Singh Courtney Skinner Terry Slaughter Paula Smith Graham Smith Monica Smith Jason Squires Philip Stevens
Corey Stevens Jemma Stevens Jessica Stibbard Rajwinder Kaur [Ricky] Sunda Stephen Tarnawskyj Narelle Taylor Ashleigh Thomas Antonia Thomas Lorelle Thomasson-Besch Charmaine Thompson Janet Thompson-Rofe Simon Thurbin Sladjana Tomasovic Kathleen Trainor Peter Tremain Leanne Troy Kate Turnbull Chelsea Tutungi-Gibson Lisa Underwood Renai Vasta Erich Von Hoff Michelle Walbank Zhuo Wang Kyra Webb Patricia Webb Kellie Webb Michel Weber Hugh Welch Timothy Wheldon Bernard White Aaron Whitehead Sandra Whitehouse Colleen Whittaker Neil Whittaker Candida Willis Veronica Wilson Debbie Wilson Holly Wilson-Heise Gary Wong Ryan Wood Ronald Workman Sandra Wright Alexandria Young Hengbin (Herbert) Zhou
I t is with great sadness we acknowledge the passing of the following members. Our sincere condolences to family and friends.
Raymond Black Mary Cain Raymond Clark Victor Collins AM Matina Comino Frederick Erhart
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Kim Coffey David Colch Shawna Coleing Michael Connolly Wendy Coram Gregory Coughlan Toni Coulta Michael Dahl Monique Daniels Nareeta Davis Patricia de Bruyn Jacobus de Jager Natasha De Marchi Jessica Deguara Torik Dib Barry Dinneen Christopher Donovan Stuart Dowling Rajinder Dua Lyna Duong Bryce Edwards Daniel Egan Darryl Evans Eric Eyre Donald Fairweather Roisin Featherstone Natasha Fenton Johan Ferreira Sherrie Fisher Lynda Fitch Ekaterina Forest Yolanda Fourie Lynette Francis Russell Freeland Hui Freeman Justin French Robert Galley David Gaskell Kylie Gates Gordon Gauld Roslyn Gavin Karen Gillard Ross Girgenti Nicholas Giunta Peter Gleeson Emily Glennie Cheryl-Lea Godfrey Abbey Good
Kingaroy Ormeau Clontarf Yungaburra Mermaid Beach Burpengary
Carole Flintham Ronald Gale Maurice Little Gayle Moohin Kenneth O’ Connell Janice Proctor
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John Ritchie Mary Ross Kenneth Ryan Robert Wilson James Wirth
Beechmont Paradise Waters Richmond Cranbrook Mount Chalmers
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Q&A Q1 I have noticed that some changes have been made to the Commonwealth Statutory Declaration form. Notably that there is a place for the witnessing JP or other authorised person to include their phone number and or email address. Do I have to provide my personal email address or can I continue to use the Department of Justice email address?
A1 The new Commonwealth Statutory Declaration forms commenced on 18 September 2018 and made the following changes: • includes additional occupations/persons who are authorised to witness Commonwealth statutory declarations. These new occupations include: o architects o midwives o migration agents registered under Division 3 of Part 3 of the Migration Act 1958 o occupational therapists o financial advisers and financial planners o broadens the category of engineers • provides a notary public (however described) appointed overseas, exercising his or her functions at that place, is able to witness a commonwealth statutory declaration. This is in addition to notary publics who are appointed in Australia • updates references to ensure the regulations are current and fit for purpose, and • makes minor changes to the form to make it optional for the declarant and authorised witness to provide their email address and/or phone number to assist the receiving organisation to verify the declaration. The Statutory Declarations Regulation of 2018 makes it optional for both the witness and declarant to provide contact details on the form. JPs and C.Decs can continue to use the JP Branch of the Department of Justice or the QJA as their point of contact. More information about the Commonwealth Statutory Declaration form can be obtained from https://www.ag.gov.au/Publications/Statutory-declarations/Pages/Frequently-asked-questions.aspx.
Q2 Is it possible for two or more people to sign the same affidavit? If so what is the procedure?
A2 Yes, more than one person can sign the same affidavit. You may find that some affidavit templates are specifically designed for this purpose, for example, a divorce application, which has two columns, one for each divorcing partner. This form can be signed and witnessed separately by each party. If, however, two people are making the same statement on the one affidavit then they should both be present at the same time, warned and placed under oath, with one JP witnessing, dating and sealing each signature. Q3 I have a query regards EPA’s. I had 2 sisters at my Courthouse signing site to-day enquiring about their mother’s EPA where there were 2 attorneys. One sister is a current attorney and her brother was the other attorney but has now passed away. The mother has dementia and is in a nursing home but still with about 30% capacity. The current attorney wanted to know what was the situation now that her brother was deceased and could
she just put the other sister on as an attorney. I advised her to obtain legal advice or phone the Office of the Public Guardian but suggested that, in any case it would be up to the mother to nominate a replacement attorney if at all. The surviving attorney should assume full sole responsibility now that the other attorney is deceased. However, the mother having dementia probably would not be in a position to nominate another attorney. The surviving would have to advise all entities that have a copy of the EPA. Could someone please let me know what is the correct procedure in this case or if in case of an attorney becoming ineligible due to some reason or other. Does a new EPA have to be completed if an attorney/ attorney either become ineligible or are revoked? A3. Page
4 of the EPA (short form) outlines the circumstances under which the power of attorney ceases, and the death of an attorney is certainly one of those. It also states that when one attorney dies the remaining attorney(s) can continue to exercise the power. Therefore, in your client’s case there is no need to add another attorney to replace the deceased brother. However, if the mother has decision making capacity and wishes to add the other sister, the mother can do so. Alternatively, she could revoke the existing EPA and complete another one and appoint your client and her sister if she wishes. In circumstances where the principal has already lost capacity and their sole attorney dies, withdraws or losses capacity themselves, an application should be made to the Adult Guardian to appoint an appropriate decision maker.
Q4 Can one of a divorcing couple serve the documents on the other spouse?
A4 No. One partner can not service the documents on the other. They must arrange for a person over the age of 18 years to serve the documents. The server can be a family member, friend or professional process server. The server should be given the following documents: • A sealed copy of the Application for Divorce and any other documents that have been filed in court (except the copy of the marriage certificate) • The Marriage, Families and Separation Brochure • An acknowledgement of service The server must identify the spouse so the Court knows that the documents have been given to the right person. If the server is family member or friend, the Court accepts that as sufficient identification. Whereas, if, a professional process server is used they must note on the acknowledgement of service what method of identifying the spouse was used. This can be by way of a recent photograph, by asking the person to state their full name and date of birth, or having another person present who knows the spouse. If the spouse refuses to accept the documents, the server can place them down in front of the spouse advising them that the applicant is applying for a divorce and when the matter has been listed at court. Serving Queensland’s Honorary Justices since 1918
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REGIONAL ROUNDUP Caboolture Branch Apology: We acknowledge that the Winter 2018 edition of the Journal reported that attendees at the Branch’s Domestic and Family Violence Forum in May included the State Member for Pumicestone; however, the name we published was incorrect. It should have read Simone Wilson MP (pictured) and we sincerely apologise for this error. Congratulations: We are very pleased to note that the Caboolture Branch was the deserving winner of the 2018 QJA Branch of the Year Award. Well done folks!
Brown LLB (Hons), Director Queensland Law Society and Accredited Specialist; Business Law from local law firm, McKays Solicitors shared Tips and Traps for JPs and C.Decs when executing document witnessing.
John Carpendale, QJA President and Journal Deputy Editor
Kingaroy Branch
Mackay Branch members listen intently to the guest speakers and enjoy the Centennial celebrations.
Kingaroy JPs and C.Decs recently received some high profile visitors including Opposition Leader Deb Frecklinton MP (top left) and Shadow Attorney General David Janetzki (top right) who presented local JPs with their long service awards. Meanwhile QJA Director Marian Verviezer, visited the signing centre at Kingaroy where she was pleased to meet husband and wife team John and Christine.
Mackay Branch QJA Mackay Branch celebrated QJA’s 100th birthday with a Centennial Forum. The day commenced with acknowledgement of the traditional land owners and was opened by Mackay Regional Council Deputy Mayor, Amanda Camm. Queensland Police Services Senior Constable Steve Smith and Senior Sargent Nigel Dalton delivered a session on cyber-crime. Other speakers on the day included Damien Mealey, JP Branch Registrar, who spoke about the history of JPs and other general information of interest to JPs and C.Decs. Damien was joined by colleague Belinda Cronau, Senior Community Engagement Officer, JP Branch who spoke about JPs in the Community, general witnessing, log books and summons. Wills and Enduring Powers of Attorneys was the topic presented by Deanne Miller BSc (Hons) LLB (Hons) JP Qual from The Office of the Public Trustee. While Suzanne
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During the morning tea break Branch Secretary Maria Valena shared her birthday cake with members while Peter Cahill did the honours of cutting the lovely Centennial Cake. Feedback on the day was very positive as members requested the Branch to “do it all again next year”.
Logan and Gold Coast Branches Logan and Gold Coast Branches joined together for a social afternoon to celebrate the distribution of the centennial pins to members. More than 60 were gathered at the CSI Club Southport on Sunday 23rd September to receive their pins from QJA President John Carpendale. The event was a double celebration as Keith Taylor (pictured with QJA President John Carpendale) well known to members of both branches was awarded his 50 year QJA membership certificate and cut the celebration cake.
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.
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Centennial Year Conference Merchandise If you attended the QJA Centennial Year Conference, then you will be the proud owner of: Across the Generations: The History of the Queensland Justices Association - 1918 – 2018. If you weren’t there, it is not too late to purchase your own copy of this memorable work edited by President John Carpendale for just $10.00.
Karl McKenzie, Chair QJA Townsville Branch and QJA member Mal Edmiston welcome Lauren Brennan to the QJA. Lauren, who is an Administration Officer at the Townsville Community Justice Group, is an aboriginal woman of the Waanyi and Kalkadoon tribal groups.
If you didn’t have time to pick up some great conference memorabilia you can still purchase the cooler bag, cap and keep cup combo for the special member’s price of $35
100th Birthday Celebrations It wouldn’t be a birthday without a cake. We saw QJA Gladstone Branch’s cake on the front cover of the Spring edition of the Journal. Other branches Townsville (left), Logan & Gold Coast (right) and Mackay (pictured on previous page) followed Gladstone’s lead and celebrated the QJA centenary with fabulous cakes shared among members as they received their centenary pins.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all QJA members and their families.
Items are in limited supply so don’t delay get in quick to get your piece of QJA history. Merchandise link
QJA Office Closure Members are reminded that the QJA Office will be closed over the Christmas New Year break from Monday 24 December and reopen on Wednesday 2 January 2019. Serving Queensland’s Honorary Justices since 1918
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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 CONTACT GROUP Anne Maree Bligh bowen@qja.com.au Telephone: 0417 735 990
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 David Orr hornibrook@qja.com.au Telephone: 0474 297 919
MARYBOROUGH BRANCH Andrew Baker maryborough@qja.com.au Telephone: 0422 730 890
HOWARD CONTACT GROUP TBA howard@qja.com.au Telephone: TBA
NOOSA BRANCH Margaret Lewins noosa@qja.com.au Telephone: (07) 3150 0195
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 Elizabeth Covell bundaberg@qja.com.au Telephone: (07) 4156 1936 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 Kyra Griffiths southpine@qja.com.au Telephone: (07)3293 6825 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 Sasha Raj westernsubs@qja.com.au Telephone: 0417 788 651 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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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
Serving Queensland’s Honorary Justices since 1918
UK (Norfolk) Derek Hill uk@qja.com.au
USA (Texas) Tanya Conole usa@qja.com.au
