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Gain Work Experience Through Volunteering
International Volunteers Day (5 December) is fast approaching. A day to acknowledge the immeasurable contribution made by individuals, who volunteer time and talents, in so many aspects of our society. But, don’t go thinking that volunteering is what you do “when you retire”! Imagine the plight of those entering the workforce for the first time – “you can’t get a job without experience and you don’t get experience without a job”. A viable option then is to consider voluntary work. Apart from benefiting others by offering your skills and time, you’ll gain valuable work experience and give your resume a boost. Volunteer work is a stimulating and rewarding activity, and a great entry portal into an organization. Apart from allowing you to develop your ability, it shows prospective employers that you’re determined to succeed, even if you have to start at the bottom. It is a well accepted fact that volunteers don’t always work for purely philanthropic reasons, so don’t feel guilty about undertaking voluntary work to improve your chances of paid employment. Volunteer work will provide you with: * The chance to think laterally about your skills; * The opportunity to network; * The opportunity to use and develop your communication and inter-personal skills; * Motivation, enthusiasm and confidence; * Actual work experience in a work environment; and * The opportunity to explore career options before making a commitment. Success as a volunteer depends on you, so remember to honour your commitment and understand your responsibility as a volunteer. Finally, ask for a reference – it will be a welcome contribution to your resume! For further information about volunteering in the environment/conservation sector, contact Frank Ondrus at HOPE on phone (07) 4639 2135 or email office@hopeaustralia.org.au . Frank Ondrus, President – HOPE Inc Continue reading
Heritage Crow’s Nest Community Branch Funds Historical Plaques
Discussing placement of the former Railway Yards plaque in Curnow Street Crows Nest, No. 41 on the map are :- L to R:- Heritage Crows Nest Community Branch Manager Julie Murphy(with map), Lions Club of Crows Nest Inc. President Meg Hatfield and Club Secretary Rob Crosato. Heritage Crows Nest Community Branch has presented a cheque for $17,820 to the Lions Club of Crows Nest Inc. for their history plaques project, Stage 2 of three stages to promote awareness of historical sites in Crows Nest village. Stage 1, a map entitled “Crows Nest – More History Than You Think” was published last year by the club, financed by a Q150 grant from the Queensland Government and completed with the invaluable help of the Crows Nest Historical Society. The map shows the locations of 60 sites of historical interest. A cast bronze plaque will be placed on footpaths at each of the 60 locations with information and in the instance of now vacant sites or major structural changes, an illustration of the history of that site. The plaques should last 100 years and will be constructed by Wagners Toowoomba. Stage three will be the publication of a book of oral history, again focussing on the 60 sites. A questionnaire will be sent to the public outlining the club’s plans for obtaining oral history. “We plan to interview older residents and former residents of Crows Nest and anyone else who is interested in passing on valuable information about the history of Crows Nest village,” said Club President Meg Hatfield. The idea for the project was instigated by Russell Hamilton & Meg Hatfield who saw a similar completed project done on buildings in Rockhampton. If you can help with any information, please phone President Meg Hatfield on 4698 2665 or Secretary Rob Crosato on 4698 1538. submitted by Jenny Gersekowski Continue reading
Wilsonton Lions Club puts best paw forward……
Wilsonton Lions Club has continued to show their support to the Toowoomba Hospice by supporting the ‘Adopt A Room’ Campaign for $3,500.00 to help with the care of people who are suffering from a terminal illness. Toowoomba Hospice Chairman Mr. Graham Barron OAM said “The Wilsonton Lions Club has again shown their support by giving us money that can be used to help our clients have a more comfortable stay while we are caring for them in the Hospice. We are very fortunate to have strong community support, and Wilsonton Lions Club is no exception.” President of the Wilsonton Lions Mrs. Elaine Kieseker said “ The Wilsonton Lions Club is made up of ordinary people doing extraordinary things – supporting people with a disability, community greening, and fundraising for worthwhile causes.” “Those who Adopt a Room will be adding to the dignity and calmness that surrounds a client during their last stages of life”, said Mr. Barron “Our Adopt A Room Campaign is used to maintain a fresh and comfortable environment when required; fresh paint, touch ups, purchase furnishings/furniture for the room as well as general maintenance” Toowoomba Hospice is a not-for-profit, community facility, caring for people with a terminal illness and their families at no cost. The Hospice is located in O’Quinn Street, Toowoomba and needs to raise valuable funds to keep the service running. Wilsonton Lions Club President Lion Elaine Kieseker and Secretary Lion Carmel Goldsworthy were on hand to see the room their club has ‘Adopted’ get a fresh coat of paint “We are very proud to be able to serve our community” said Lion Carmel L to R: Lion Elaine Kieseker, Lion Carmel Goldsworthy watched as painters Cherie Prattey and Jaimie Holland from Francisco Painting are given a helping hand by Chairman Graham Barron to paint one of the Hospice’s Client Rooms. Continue reading
