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Small Business BIG StoriesBusiness in the Bush with Julia Spicer OAMIn this episode of Small Business Big Stories, Julia Spicer OAM, founder of Engage and Create Consulting and former Chief Entrepreneur of Queensland, shares her inspiring journey of building sustainable businesses and vibrant communities in rural Australia. Julia joins Queensland Small Business Commissioner, Dominique Lamb, to discuss the art of regional entrepreneurship, resilience in business, and the unique challenges and opportunities found outside city centers. Highlighting the importance of local networks, financial literacy, and strategic planning, Julia provides insightful advice on how businesses can thrive regardless of their location. Plus, Julia introduces "The Connection Table," an innovative platform promoting r...2025-05-1122 min
The Queensland Rail History PodcastEpisode 23 - Trains in King George SquareIn February 1914, Queensland Railways commemorated the 50th anniversary of the beginning of construction for the first section of railway line in the state. This section of line from Ipswich to Bigges Camp (today’s Grandchester, west of Ipswich) opened on 31 July 1865.The Commissioner of the Railways had formally written to the Mayor of Brisbane, asking for permission to exhibit in Market (Albert) Square, "an example of the progress made in locomotive construction." The decision was taken to put on display what was then, the largest and most modern locomotive in the Queensland Railways roster. This was C18 clas...2025-03-141h 14Small Business BIG StoriesButcher’s Block to Council Chamber: Charleville's “Zoro”Shaun 'Zoro' Radnedge, owner of Dunnes Meats and Mayor of Murweh Shire Council, shares his unique journey from apprentice butcher to small business owner and local government leader. This episode explores Zoro’s experience running a successful butcher shop in Charleville for over 25 years while also serving his community as Mayor. Zoro discusses the challenges of operating a small business in rural Queensland, including weathering droughts and floods, finding and retaining staff, and adapting to changing times. From extending business hours to prioritizing quality and customer service, Zoro offers valuable insights on business resilience, community engagement, and the importance of...2025-03-1016 min
FOGS Queenslander PodcastKnow Your FOGS Origin Trivia | Ep 02Welcome to the FOGS Queenslander Podcast Bonus Episode: Know Your FOGS Origin Trivia!In this special bonus episode, we’re cranking up the fun with another thrilling Queensland State of Origin trivia challenge! Join us as some of Queensland’s greatest Rugby League legends test their Origin knowledge.Featuring FOGS Legends:Mat Rogers, Justin Hodges, Steve Walters, Kerrod Walters, Corey Oates, Sam Thaiday, Dave Shillington, and Mick Hancock.Watch as these Origin icons answer 10 tough questions about Queensland’s State of Origin history. Will they rise to the challenge, or will the trivia...2025-03-0512 min
Adopt PerspectiveSharlene VonhoffSharlene Vonhoff was born and adopted in Brisbane in 1977. She was the first of two girls adopted into a farming family in regional Queensland. Today, she continues to farm with her husband, a third-generation farmer on the Darling Downs, where they have raised four children. Growing up adopted in a close-knit farming community has shaped Sharlene’s experience in unique ways. As someone who still lives in regional Queensland, she has faced additional challenges in exploring her adoption experience, without easy access to adoption-specific services. Sharlene is here today to share her story and how she began to truly nav...2025-02-1859 minAdopt PerspectiveOvercoming Negative Self-Talk and Learning Self-CompassionAt Jigsaw Queensland, we have some really exciting plans for this year, and we’re kicking things off with something especially designed for people impacted by forced adoption. We’ve teamed up with Axis Clinic to offer an 8-week program called Overcoming Negative Self-Talk and Learning Self-Compassion.To tell us all about it and how you can get involved, we’ve got two very special guests —Helen Angela Taylor, the CEO of Jigsaw Queensland, and Anna Lanyon, a Mental Health Social Worker from Axis Clinic.This episode discusses adult themes and listener discretion is advised...2025-02-1220 minFOGS Queenslander PodcastEp 31 Steve 'Boxhead' WaltersWelcome to the FOGS Queenslander Podcast Episode 31!In this episode, our host Mark Braybrook is joined by FOG #73 Steve Walters, one of the greatest hookers in Rugby League history. Known as "Boxhead", Steve was a cornerstone of the Canberra Raiders' dominance in the late 1980s and 1990s, playing a pivotal role in the club’s first three premiership victories.Born in Rockhampton, Queensland, Steve’s career was defined by toughness, skill, and leadership. He played 299 first-grade games, the majority with...2025-01-2927 minFOGS Queenslander PodcastKnow Your FOGS Origin Trivia | Ep 01Welcome to the FOGS Queenslander Podcast Bonus Episode: Know Your FOGS Origin Trivia!In this special bonus episode, we’re turning up the fun with a thrilling Queensland State of Origin trivia challenge! Join us as some of Queensland’s greatest rugby league legends put their Origin knowledge to the test.Featuring FOGS Legends: Matt Gillett, Wally Lewis, Gene Miles, Matt Ballin, Jharal Yow Yeh, Tony Currie, Darius Boyd, Andrew McCullough, Steve Renouf, Trevor Gillmeister, Scott Sattler, Clinton O'Brien, Josh McGuire, Ben Te'o, Ben Ikin, and Petero Civoniceva.Watch as t...2024-12-0411 min
Selden Society lecture series AustraliaSir Gerard Brennan: constrained compassionSir Gerard Brennan has been one of Australia’s most important barristers and judges since World War II. As a judge, he made many significant contributions to Australian jurisprudence. The most consequential of these was the leading judgment in the High Court’s decision in Mabo recognising the rights of occupation of Australia’s indigenous peoples. A few short years later in the Wik case, Brennan CJ dissented from the Court’s decision that native title had not been extinguished by grants of pastoral leases under Colonial and State legislation. The key to understanding the fundamenta...2024-12-0354 minSelden Society lecture series AustraliaJuries—their place in democracy: achievements and challengesIt is 100 years since women were allowed to serve on juries in Queensland, the first state in Australia to introduce what was then a radical reform. What are the challenges today for the composition of juries to reflect the judgment of a defendant’s peers and reflect modern democratic values?About the speakerThe Hon Roslyn Atkinson AO is a graduate of The University of Queensland—Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (1970), Bachelor of Educational Studies (1975) and Bachelor of Laws (Honours I) (1985). The Hon Roslyn Atkinson was the recipient of the Ruthning Memorial Schol...2024-12-0248 min
Patient Safety and Quality Podcast#002: Clinical Incident Management (Part 1)Every day across Queensland’s Hospital and Health Services, patients receive high-quality, safe, and effective care from skilled clinicians who deliver care in demanding, highly complex, and busy environments. However, despite our best efforts, clinical incidents do occasionally occur. Part one of this two-part episode provides a high-level overview of Clinical Incident Management within Queensland Health.
Host: Denis Morton, Director, Patient Safety Net, Patient Safety and Quality, Clinical Excellence Queensland
Guests: Dr Lynnette Knowles, Specialist Medical Administrator and Medical Lead, Patient Safety and Quality, Clinical Excellence Queensland 2024-11-2831 min
The Queensland Rail History PodcastEpisode 20 - The North Coast RailwayIn the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries most of the travel between the isolated railway systems, and towns of Queensland was carried out by coastal shipping. By the end of the nineteenth century there were eleven of these isolated systems of the Queensland Railways and most of them ran from a coastal point towards the bush – the closest port was considered a good enough place to start from.Or finish?However, it was these far-flung lines heading off to the interior that would form the various staging points for the North Coast Lin...2024-11-0853 min
Yarns From the Paddock Podcast by AgForce QueenslandAgForce Queensland Agricultural Conference Wrap up with Georgie SomersetG'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns from the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On today's episode we catch up with AgForce President Georgie Somerset. Throughout the episode we do a wrap up of AgForce Queensland Agricultural Industry Conference held in Brisbane.Throughout the episode we chat about the key speakers, panel session highlights and also some of the key message that come across over the 2 days.If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the...2024-10-1443 minYarns From the Paddock Podcast by AgForce QueenslandWhy We Need Better Traceability with Stephen TullyG'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns from the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.In todays episode, we explore the upcoming mandatory rollout of electronic identification (EID) tagging in sheep and goats in Queensland, set to begin on January 1, 2025. We delve into how this new technology aims to enhance traceability within the livestock industry, discussing both its benefits and challenges. Key topics include the history and importance of traceability in Queensland, the pros and cons of EID, and issues like tag retention. Additionally, the episode touches on how EID might pave the way for future advancements in...2024-08-2125 min
The Queensland Rail History PodcastRail Tale Episode 1 - Queensland's first Station MasterA short rail tale about Queensland’s first Station Master…Sir Charles Fox and Son, Agents for the Queensland Government based in London, were appointed as consulting engineers to the colony of Queensland and were given the job to find administrative staff for the Southern and Western Railway, then under construction between Ipswich and Grandchester (Bigges Camp). On 12 January 1865, the agents distributed the copy for an advertisement to seek men to fill the following positions: ”Traffic Manager, Locomotive and Rolling Stock Superintendent, Station Master, Accountant, two Railway Clerks, two Head Porters and two Signalmen”. The advertisement appeared in Engin...2024-08-2103 min
The Queensland Rail History PodcastEpisode 19 - Cobb & Co and the Queensland Railways - A long lasting shared journeyFrom the mid-1860s until 1924, travel in Australia involved trains hauled by steam locomotives, sailing and steam ships, paddle steamers, cable cars in the big cities, bicycles, and later the motor car. Plus, one of the great icons of transport in Australia - the horse-drawn coach services called Cobb & Co. As the railways grew, and other transport evolved, the legendary coaches and their magnificent horse teams, withdrew to places longing for transport, rather than compete with the new forms of travel. The vast distances of Queensland, and its people, maintained a solid demand for coaching, with routes h...2024-07-301h 09
Now And The FutureIndividualised Plans for Students Accessing an Alternative Curriculum LevelThis podcast episode brings together interviews with advisors from each of the three education systems in Queensland (State, Independent, and Catholic) to discuss students with intellectual disability accessing curriculum aligned with their year level curriculum, alongside their age peers, but that is adjusted to the expectations of a lower year level or to highly individualised goals. We delve into how teachers make decisions about who should access these individualised curriculum plans, what evidence and processes are involved, how to make decisions about what year level curriculum should be the access point for the student, and what the...2024-06-191h 05
The CalloverInsights into Legal Aid Queensland and the work of Independent Children’s Lawyers with Nicky DaviesNicky Davies is a Family Lawyer, Independent Children’s Lawyer, and Chief Executive Officer of Legal Aid Queensland. Earlier this year, she was recognised for her contribution to the legal profession when she was awarded the Queensland Law Society’s President’s Medal. On this episode of The Callover, we discuss the work of Legal Aid and explore the important role that independent children’s lawyers play in in court proceedings. Find the transcript here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-06-1329 min
Now And The FutureNavigating Prenatal Screening (re-release)Through work supporting families through prenatal screening and diagnosis, we often hear stories of misinformation about life with Down syndrome and an assumption that following a diagnosis, prospective parents would choose termination. We also hear stories of choices not being supported or respected; and frequently, families have to stumble upon support services themselves rather than being referred to them as part of ongoing care during the remainder of their pregnancies.Research suggests that currently, many families may not be making fully informed choices about prenatal testing. We are concerned that some families may...2024-06-0542 minThe CalloverLessons for lawyers from Robodebt with Justin Greggery KCThe Robodebt Scheme, introduced in late 2016, used income averaging techniques derived from data held by the ATO to raise debts and implement a reverse onus on recipients to disprove the amounts owed. The Scheme was ultimately found to have been unlawful and the failings of the scheme were far reaching. On this episode of The Callover, hear from Justin Greggery KC, the Senior Counsel Assisting in the Royal Commission into Robodebt Scheme as he explains what lawyers should learn from the Royal Commission’s findings. Justin has been practicing for over 20 years. From 2000 to 2006, he pr...2024-05-0943 minThe Queensland Rail History PodcastEpisode 17 - Electrifying TimesThere were two events in the 1960s and early 1970s that led to a massive change in South East Queensland’s passenger railways. The first was the replacement of steam with diesel-electric locomotives by 1969. This inevitably led to faster and cleaner trains. The next big step forward was the introduction of modern electric trains for the suburban system in Brisbane with the first services in November, 1979. On 8 May 1979, the first section of the new system was energised, from Roma Street to permit testing and driver training. On 17 November the same year, the Darra to Ferny Grove sections wer...2024-04-2656 minThe CalloverInsights into the Queensland Law Reform Commission with Chair Fleur KinghamOn this episode of The Callover, we have the Honourable Fleur Kingham to discuss her life in the law, her most recent appointment as Chair of the Queensland Law Reform Commission, and the criminal defences review that is currently underway. Chair Kingham’s extensive contributions to the legal community in Queensland are quite remarkable. She graduated from law at the University of Queensland in 1982 and went on to become a founding member of the Women's Legal Service in Queensland and the Arts Law Centre of Queensland. She has been a barrister, university lecturer, mediator and facilitator, the fir...2024-04-0231 minSelden Society lecture series AustraliaSir Charles Lilley and the Grimley AffairSir Charles Lilley (1827–97) was a towering figure in politics and law in colonial Queensland, but his final years were dogged by controversy. In October 1892, Sir Charles announced his intention to resign as second Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Queensland (1879–93). The catalyst was his behaviour throughout the 57-day civil trial of Queensland Investment and Land Mortgage Co Ltd v Grimley. Leading up to his resignation, Sir Charles increasingly eschewed norms of judicial detachment. Grimley was the final straw. This lecture examines the Grimley affair and considers the extent to which, along with his behaviour in other proceedin...2024-03-1153 minYarns From the Paddock Podcast by AgForce QueenslandWhat to expect in 2024 for AgForce and agriculture in Queensland.G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns from the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On today's episode we have AgForce General President Georgie Somerset and CEO Mike Guerin to talk about what are some of the important issues facing AgForce and Queensland Agriculture in 2024.In this episode we chat about:- Whats on in 2024- Land access- Biosecurity- GABS- ElectionsIf you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out...2024-03-0421 min
Now And The FutureA Positive Start to the School YearThe start of the new school year or kindergarten year can be both an exciting time, but also a potentially challenging time, particularly for young people with Down syndrome and/or another intellectual disability, as they adjust to new people, places, activities, and expectations.This episode features the DSQ Education Team sharing advice for a positive start to the school or kindergarten year, with ten tips for teachers, followed by ten tips for families.Visit DSQ's Education Services page for more information about the services we provide and how we can support your school or...2024-01-2418 minThe Queensland Rail History PodcastEpisode 16 - Rail MotorsChristmas time and the school holidays would bring back memories of long train journeys to far flung parts of Queensland, for many people. The link between country and regional towns, and the smaller townships, was the railmotor. For many decades in Queensland, the small red painted 45 horsepower AEC motors (based on a London bus design), ‘red rattlers’, or the later incarnations of the ‘Tin Hares’, through to the streamlined 2000 class ‘Silver Bullets’ provided an important connection for many Queenslanders to the railway townships. School children made their journey to school on the ‘RMs’, special stops in regional towns were made for intendi...2023-12-2758 minThe CalloverReflections on Life in the Law with Walter Sofronoff KCWalter Sofronoff KC has a formidable resume. He was called to the Bar in 1978, made silk ten years later and went on to become the President of the Bar Association, the President of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Tribunal, the Solicitor General of Queensland, and then in 2017, the President of the Queensland Court of Appeal. Since his retirement from the bench in 2022, Mr Sofronoff has led the Commission of Inquiry into Forensic DNA Testing in Queensland and, most recently, the Board of Inquiry into the criminal justice system in the Australian Capital Territory. On this episode of...2023-12-111h 15
Now And The FutureDisability Action Week and International Day of People with DisabilityThis year we celebrate Disability Action Week in Queensland from November 25th until December 3rd.This week culminates on International Day of People with Disability which is held on December 2nd. Each year in Disability Action Week the Queensland Government sets out a theme. This year’s theme is “access ignites: it’s good for business”. This theme encourages employers to think about ways that they can increase their profits by recruiting and retaining staff with disability, but also by making their businesses more accessible to people with disability.In this podcast...2023-11-2926 minYarns From the Paddock Podcast by AgForce QueenslandBiosecurity Management in Queensland Part 2 w Clynton SpencerG'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns From the Paddock by AgForce Queensland. On todays episode we chat to Clynton Spencer, A Professional Feral Animal Manager and Consultant who owns and operates Invasive plant and animal services. Today we sit down and chat about the challenges faced by pest species across Queensland. If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)2023-11-1531 minYarns From the Paddock Podcast by AgForce QueenslandBiosecurity Management in Queensland Part 1G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns From the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On today's episode we chat to Jim Edwards is a senior environmental health officer with Queensland Health, specifically in the Environment Hazards Unit, which is a part of the Health Protection Branch in Queensland. Jims team is in charge of issuing approvals to landholders for the management of feral animal control. I also chat to Bruce McLeish, the Area Manager (Wool) based at Elders Inglewood.He predominately runs marino sheep on his family’s property and today he shares with us the...2023-11-1440 min
Cake the podcastAs Queensland as Pineapple PieChances are if you're a Queenslander you're obsessed with pineapple, but how did the original foodie influencer get us to start putting pineapple in our cakes?
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Aunty Dale Chapman of My Dilly Bag talks about growing up in Western Queensland, and her memories of upside-down pineapple cake.
Ann and Anne of The Pineapple Princesses blog (inspired by Ruby Borrowdale, featuring over 1000 pineapple recipes) share their tips/tricks for cooking with pineapple.
A living relative of Ruby Borrowdale (of Golden Circle’s Tropical Cookbook fame) talks about what it was like ha...2023-11-1326 min
Now And The FutureSupports for CarersCaring for a person with an intellectual disability is an important and fulfilling role, but is also a role that can leave carers feeling isolated and alone.The struggles that a carer encounters can be quite unique to their caring role and carer burnout is an all too common experience for people who devote their lives to ensuring their loved one has a life that is perfect for them.The podcast today discusses the important role that carers play, some of the warning signs associated with carer burnout and looks at some of the supports...2023-10-1839 minSelden Society lecture series AustraliaQueensland Law Society: serving ‘conscientious, honest lawyers’A statement praising ‘conscientious honest lawyers’ was published in a Brisbane newspaper in 1874. At that time, the public image of lawyers—barristers, as well as solicitors—was poor. For decades Queensland Parliaments were inclined to agree. The creation of the incorporated Queensland Law Society was seen as an important step in improving the reputation of lawyers.In this lecture, historian Helen Gregory presents the challenges which needed to be addressed, and how government was persuaded to pass the necessary legislation, taking into account the expectations of solicitors, Parliament and the public.The lecture is opened by the H...2023-10-081h 03
Now And The FutureCelebrating World Teacher's DayThe theme this year is 'hats off to teachers', celebrating Australia’s teachers for their skilled work in educating, inspiring and supporting our students. This episode features a discussion amongst DSQ’s Education Team; Carly Lassig, Denise Maindonald, Elisha Byrne and Kath Bunney who share a little about themselves as teachers, and what they love about supporting educators who are teaching students with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities in our kindergartens and schools.More information about the Education Team’s services. (many of which are FREE!) can be found at the Education Services page on the D...2023-10-0422 minThe Queensland Rail History PodcastEpisode 14 - The Landers1953 was one of the truly revolutionary years for the Queensland Railways, with the introduction of air conditioned trains on our long distance services in Queensland. The Sunlander commenced service on the 4th June 1953. This new air conditioned train was hauled by a diesel locomotive and by eliminating steam locomotive servicing stops, the transit time from Brisbane to Cairns was reduced from 45 to 41¼ hours.In this episode we’ll chat about how these air conditioned trains and their steel bodies coaches, with showers, hot and cold running water and special dining cars revolutionised travel for many people regionally, all...2023-09-2753 minThe Queensland Rail History PodcastEpisode 13 - The Diesel Revolution1952 was one of the truly revolutionary years for the Queensland Railways. It was in that year that the first DEL (Diesel Electric Locomotives) entered service. The new motive power would forever change the railway landscape of Queensland. Almost overnight, it demonstrating the economic, and operational benefits of modern diesel locomotives. In this episode we’ll look at how Queensland Railways progressively transitioned from steam to operate with diesel for the next three decades, on long distance, suburban, and freight trains.We also chat with Melanie Fyfe, Manager of Regional Train Service Delivery at Queensland Rail. Mel...2023-08-2355 minSelden Society lecture series AustraliaMr Justice Harding—a titan of Queensland lawGeorge Rogers Harding (1838–1895) was the 5th Judge of the Supreme Court of Queensland and is regarded as one of Queensland’s finest civil lawyers, whose rigorous analytical approach helped to establish the reputation of the Supreme Court. He is also known as one of Queensland’s most influential bibliophiles and was instrumental in developing a fine collection for the Supreme Court Library. After his death, his extensive personal library provided the foundation for what became the State Library of Queensland. This Selden Society lecture examines Harding’s personal and professional life and legacy within the context of Queensland’s...2023-07-1830 minThe Queensland Rail History PodcastEpisode 12 - A10 No.6 - The steam powered time travellerA10 No. 6 is one of the oldest steam locomotives in the world, still capable of operating on a main line. The tiny locomotive has a long, and remarkable history. It was there (well, almost) to witness the beginnings of the railways in Queensland. Today, we will talk about the story of this steam powered time traveller, how in 1965, it was the showpiece of the centenary celebrations of the railways in Queensland, and how important it still, in the third century of its existence. We also chat with Train Operations Inspector (TOI) Matthew Bushnell and find ou...2023-07-0557 min
Choice and ControlLockyer Valley wildlife photographer builds her own new businessMichelle Young is a talented wildlife photographer who has created her own photography business through the assistance of the Carers Queensland Be Your Own Boss Program. In this episode, Michelle tells her story of how she came to receive her late diagnosis of autism in her 40s and how she's worked with her NDIS supports to set up her own online photography business, exhibit her work in galleries and grow her success in the market. Michelle shares her love of photography and the exciting plans she has for traveling overseas for the first time.
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Now And The FutureA Coffee with DSQ’s CEOIn today’s episode of the Now and the Future podcast, Michael Harrison sits down for a DSQ Brew with Down Syndrome Queensland’s new CEO Chris McMillan. In this discussion we learn more about Chris, have some fun and find out her vision for Down Syndrome Queensland.Chris has a long history with support services, and has worked with organisations such as Cancer Council QLD, The Leukaemia Foundation, Ozcare and Variety.This podcast is a production of Down Syndrome Queensland.If you have a question, would like more information on any...2023-03-2911 min
No Offense by Basketball QueenslandNo Offense: Season 1 TrailerIntroducing the first-ever, official Basketball Queensland podcast - No Offense. Hosted by Despena Dickerson and Lachlan Nuttall, we will interview some of your favourite Queensland athletes from NBA Superstars to our athletes of the future. Stay connected via our channels...Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | Twitter | YouTubeDo you want to know more about basketball in Queensland? Visit the Basketball Queensland Website#WeAreQLD 2023-03-0900 min
Now And The FutureInclusive LeadershipIn the lead up to Down Syndrome Queensland’s biennial Endless Possibilities Education Conference for educators, to be held on March 3rd in Brisbane, this podcast episode provides a sneak preview with one of our conference presenters. Deb Dunstone is the CEO of The Learner First (and former Assistant Director-General for Disability and Inclusion in the Queensland Department of Education).In this episode, Lead Education Consultant Carly Lassig interviews Deb about leadership for inclusive education and the next steps for schools in transforming inclusive education policy into practice.For more information and to re...2023-02-1522 minThe CalloverThe Forensic Disability Service (FDS) and why it's so important with Dr John Chesterman, the Public Advocate for QueenslandMost people have never heard of the Forensic Disability Service but if you are alleged to have committed a crime in Queensland and deemed unfit for trial because of an intellectual or cognitive disability, you may find yourself as one of its residents. On this episode of The Callover, we are joined by John Chesterman, the Public Advocate for Queensland, who will explain what the FDS is and why it is so important that someone looks out for its vulnerable residents. John was appointed as the Public Advocate for Queensland in 2021 after having acted as...2023-02-0628 min
Now And The FutureEducation FAQ's With the Support Services TeamAs one school year ends and we prepare for a new one, join DSQ’s Support Services Team as they discuss the frequently asked questions received from families throughout 2022 in relation to education.Find your local state school catchment areaThe United Nations Convention on the Rights of persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) provides for the inclusion of students with disabilities in accessing education on an equal basis:https://www.un.org/development/desa/disabilities/convention-on-the-rights-of-persons-with-disabilities/article-24-education.htmlAustralia’s Disability Discrimination Act 1992 supports the implementation of Australia’s international human rights...2022-12-0758 minThe CalloverSeason Finale with the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Queensland, the Honourable Helen BowskillThe Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Queensland, the Honourable Helen Bowskill, needs no introduction. Before Her Honour was appointed as the Chief Justice in 2021, she was a University medallist, a successful barrister and a judge of both the Queensland District Court and the trial division of the Supreme Court. Her Honour is committed to supporting (and inspiring) a community of connected and capable lawyers. We are delighted that Chief Justice Bowskill has joined us as our final guest for the first season of The Callover, to discuss her illustrious career, her advice for...2022-11-1426 min
Now And The FutureDown Syndrome Queensland's Wellness FairAs part of Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October, Down Syndrome Queensland hosted a Wellness Fair at Ascot Park, just behind DSQ's Ascot office.The Wellness Fair was a fantastic afternoon, that saw the Down syndrome and wider community join together to celebrate diversity and inclusion, and highlight the role that people with Down syndrome play in the community.DSQ's Michael Harrison brings us all the action from the afternoon in this special edition of the Now and the Future Podcast.This podcast is a production of Down Syndrome Queensland.If...2022-11-0912 minThe Queensland Rail History PodcastEpisode 8 - It is an honour… Queensland Railways Honour BoardsIn this episode, we talk about how over a century ago, Queensland and the Queensland Railways found themselves thrust into a great conflict. When it began in 1914, it seemed literally half a world away yet within four short years would have a devastating effect on the lives of many people in Queensland.Few people today understand the great contribution that was made by Queensland Railways during the two major conflicts of the twentieth century. Whilst our involvement is relatively well known during the Second World War, the activity of the Great War is lesser known. The role...2022-11-0722 minThe Queensland Rail History PodcastEpisode 7 - The Defence of AustraliaIn this episode, we talk about how 80 years ago, Queensland and the Queensland Railways found themselves thrust into a crucial role during the Defence of Australia.When Japan entered World War II, Australia was under threat of invasion. Darwin suffered the worst bombing and heavy casualties. Fortunately, the bombs that fell on Townsville and near Mossman brought no loss of life. Until the tide turned in the Battle of the Coral Sea, invasion seemed to Queenslanders in 1942, a very real likelihood.Our Hosts, Annette and Queensland Rail Historian, Greg Hallam, talk about how the Queensland...2022-10-2831 minAdopt PerspectiveTrevor Jordan & Jo Sparrow - RedressIn the final episode of Season 3, Jigsaw Qld's FASS CEO Dr Trevor Jordan joins Jo to discuss a topic you’ve likely heard a bit about in recent months…redress. With an ageing cohort, the clock is really ticking on this issue. With only weeks remaining until the Queensland apology 10th anniversary event, we explore a number of issues, including Jigsaw Qld's recent message to the Minister, the Victorian Govt's redress announcement and how things might be explored and take shape as the Queensland government considers reparation.
This episode discusses adult themes and listener discretion is advised. For...2022-10-2622 minSelden Society lecture series AustraliaKidnapping and slavery in Queensland: the 'Jason' and the 'Hopeful'In our latest episode, Dr Andrew Stumer and Professor Emeritus Kay Saunders AO examine two Queensland criminal cases from the late 19th century. With the rapid expansion of sugar production in Queensland in the second half of the 19th century, new sources of labour were sought. In 1871, the Supreme Court of Queensland upheld the conviction of Captain Coath of the schooner Jason for kidnapping nine South Sea Islanders to force them into servitude. Supporters of Captain Coath insisted the conviction was obtained through lies told by disgruntled crew members and a Government Inspector. Opponents of South Sea I...2022-09-301h 00Adopt PerspectiveDarryl Nelson - I am adopted, I was adoptedDarryl Nelson first shared his personal experience of discharging his adoption in Queensland with us in our Jigsaw Queensland newsletter, Bits & Pieces Summer 2020 edition. Darryl was born in Brisbane in 1964 during the closed and forced adoption eras. He first discovered he was adopted when he was 14 years old, and uncovered further information about his adoption later, when records were unsealed. Darryl’s discharge was successful in 2020, however, it wasn’t an easy road to get there. Working on his own, it took Darryl 18 months to build a case that took only 20 minutes to hear.
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Now And The FutureRelationshipsOn this episode of the Now and the Future Podcast, Queensland Down Syndrome Advocacy Network member Olivia takes over the podcast. She speaks to Down Syndrome Queensland support services staff Isabel and Yuka about relationships to start a conversation about this important topic.This is a takeover episode of the podcast designed for people with Down syndrome.Olivia asks questions such as what is a relationship? Why are relationships important and how do I start a romantic relationship? These are all important topics that Yuka and Isabel answer drawing upon some of...2022-09-1420 min
Now And The FutureLatch OnLatch On is delivered by Down Syndrome Queensland and aims to change the lives of young adults with intellectual disabilities, through its evidence based literacy program. This two year program is developed by the University of Queensland and delivered by DSQ to provide students opportunities to increase their literacy and communication skills.In this episode we will hear from Dr Anne Jobling, who led the research into and the development of Latch On when it was first created and is still part of the program through the University of Queensland.We also hear f...2022-08-171h 03
Adopt PerspectiveNatalie LewisNatalie Lewis is an Aboriginal and South Sea Islander woman who was adopted in Queensland in 1974. Her adoptive parents were originally from Germany and India. Because Natalie was adopted in Queensland in 1974, she falls outside the Australian states currently offering redress to the Stolen Generations and the criteria for states that do offer redress. This leaves Natalie in somewhat of a no-man’s land as she seeks recognition of the loss that her adoption caused to her culture, community and family. In this episode, Natalie shares her personal story of adoption. We also talk about the trauma that has be...2022-07-0552 min
Queensland League SceneSam Coster - Burleigh Bears Hostplus Cup Player Baby news and Season so farBurleigh Bears Hostplus Cup Player, Sam Coster comes back to Queensland League Scene to talk about his new Bub.
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Queensland League Scene team has the Golden Tonsils himself, John Devine, with his 20 years of media experience, leads each week with Former Redcliffe Dolphins player now media commentator, Taylor Brown. Also we have our own analyst provided by RugbyLeagueCoach.com.au, Lee Addison talks each week on one Hostplus Cup team and goes through their techniques, what they're missing and where they can improve on. Each week they talk all things in Queensland Rugby League state competitions...2022-06-1006 minQueensland League SceneCameron Bateup - Hastings Deering Colts from Townsville BlackhawksQRL Hastings Deering Colts player from Townsville Blackhawks, Cameron Bateup chatted to Queensland League Scene about his season so far.
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Queensland League Scene team has the Golden Tonsils himself, John Devine, with his 20 years of media experience, leads each week with Former Redcliffe Dolphins player now media commentator, Taylor Brown. Also we have our own analyst provided by RugbyLeagueCoach.com.au, Lee Addison talks each week on one Hostplus Cup team and goes through their techniques, what they're missing and where they can improve on. Each week they talk all things in Queensland R...2022-06-1006 minQueensland League SceneRobert Burgin - author of "The Maroons"Talking footy history on Queensland League Scene, here is Rugby League fanatic and author Robert Burgin talks about his latest book "The Maroons", as well as talking about the State of Origin competition, and working with South American competitions and being coach of Brasil.
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Queensland League Scene team has the Golden Tonsils himself, John Devine, with his 20 years of media experience, leads each week with Former Redcliffe Dolphins player now media commentator, Taylor Brown. Also we have our own analyst provided by RugbyLeagueCoach.com.au, Lee Addison talks each week on one Hostplus Cup team and goes thr...2022-06-0814 minQueensland League SceneMatt Egan InterviewHostplus Cup Player Matt Egan from Northern Pride interview
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Queensland League Scene team has the Golden Tonsils himself, John Devine, with his 20 years of media experience, leads each week with Former Redcliffe Dolphins player now media commentator, Taylor Brown. Also we have our own analyst provided by RugbyLeagueCoach.com.au, Lee Addison talks each week on one Hostplus Cup team and goes through their techniques, what they're missing and where they can improve on. Each week they talk all things in Queensland Rugby League state competitions, the Hostplus Cup and BMD Premiership.
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Queensland League Scen...2022-06-0304 minQueensland League SceneAmanda Ohl InterviewCentral Queensland Capras BMD Premiership Coach Amanda Ohl interview
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Queensland League Scene team has the Golden Tonsils himself, John Devine, with his 20 years of media experience, leads each week with Former Redcliffe Dolphins player now media commentator, Taylor Brown. Also we have our own analyst provided by RugbyLeagueCoach.com.au, Lee Addison talks each week on one Hostplus Cup team and goes through their techniques, what they're missing and where they can improve on. Each week they talk all things in Queensland Rugby League state competitions, the Hostplus Cup and BMD Premiership.
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Queensland League Scen...2022-06-0308 minQueensland League ScenePatrice Chambers - InterviewQLS - Episode 12 - Featured the interview with Patrice Chambers about Wynnum Manly Seagulls and BMD Premiership competition.
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Queensland League Scene team has the Golden Tonsils himself, John Devine, with his 20 years of media experience, leads each week with Former Redcliffe Dolphins player now media commentator, Taylor Brown. Also we have our own analyst provided by RugbyLeagueCoach.com.au, Lee Addison talks each week on one Hostplus Cup team and goes through their techniques, what they're missing and where they can improve on. Each week they talk all things in Queensland Rugby League state...2022-05-2607 minQueensland League SceneRhys Jacks - InterviewIpswich Jets Hostplus Cup player, Rhys Jacks, talks with Taylor Brown on Queensland League Scene
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Queensland League Scene team has the Golden Tonsils himself, John Devine, with his 20 years of media experience, leads each week with Former Redcliffe Dolphins player now media commentator, Taylor Brown. Also we have our own analyst provided by RugbyLeagueCoach.com.au, Lee Addison talks each week on one Hostplus Cup team and goes through their techniques, what they're missing and where they can improve on. Each week they talk all things in Queensland Rugby League state competitions, the Hostplus Cup and BMD Prem...2022-05-2005 minQueensland League SceneTristan HopeWynnum Manly Seagulls Hostplus Cup player, Tristan Hope, talks with John Devine about the competition, his moustache and his side hustle, bars of soap, apparently.
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Queensland League Scene team has the Golden Tonsils himself, John Devine, with his 20 years of media experience, leads each week with Former Redcliffe Dolphins player now media commentator, Taylor Brown. Also we have our own analyst provided by RugbyLeagueCoach.com.au, Lee Addison talks each week on one Hostplus Cup team and goes through their techniques, what they're missing and where they can improve on. Each week they talk all things in Qu...2022-05-2007 minQueensland League SceneMariah Storch - InterviewMariah Storch from CQ Capras BMD Premiership team talks with John Devine about her career, being in the Brisbane Broncos, and much more.
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Queensland League Scene team has the Golden Tonsils himself, John Devine, with his 20 years of media experience, leads each week with Former Redcliffe Dolphins player now media commentator, Taylor Brown. Also we have our own analyst provided by RugbyLeagueCoach.com.au, Lee Addison talks each week on one Hostplus Cup team and goes through their techniques, what they're missing and where they can improve on. Each week they talk all things in Queensland R...2022-05-2007 minQueensland League SceneJayden Nikorima - InterviewJayden Nikorima talks with Taylor Brown about Brisbane Tigers, Melbourne Storm and his football career.
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Queensland League Scene team has the Golden Tonsils himself, John Devine, with his 20 years of media experience, leads each week with Former Redcliffe Dolphins player now media commentator, Taylor Brown. Also we have our own analyst provided by RugbyLeagueCoach.com.au, Lee Addison talks each week on one Hostplus Cup team and goes through their techniques, what they're missing and where they can improve on. Each week they talk all things in Queensland Rugby League state competitions, the Hostplus Cup and BMD Premie...2022-05-2009 minSelden Society lecture series Australia1922: after Ryan, the stormTJ Ryan, as leader of Queensland’s first Labor government to have a majority in the lower house of state parliament, implemented wide‑ranging political, economic and social reforms in the face of opposition from the upper house and resistance from the Supreme Court of Queensland. After his untimely death in 1922, Ryan’s successors launched sustained attacks on the Legislative Council and the Supreme Court of Queensland. In this lecture, Justice Keane AC considers the extent to which the attacks on these institutions of government should be regarded as part of Ryan’s legacy.About the...2022-04-2651 minThe Queensland Rail History PodcastEpisode 6 UpdateAlong with many in affected communities, Queensland Rail has been responding to the recent flood crisis and the recovery of our network from record rain and flooding. Our teams have undertaken a mammoth job to repair damage that was sustained across rail infrastructure in Queensland. It’s hard to convey the full scale of the effort undertaken in the last few weeks, but one thing’s for sure – our teams dug deep with planning, persistence and hard work to reconnect communities once again. Sincere thanks to our customers, rail freight partners and the broader community for your patienc...2022-03-2501 min
DQ ChatsArts Advocacy with Queensland TheatreOur president, Stephanie Tudor was invited into Queensland Theatre to chat all things Arts, theatre and Arts advocacy with artistic director, Lee Lewis. Together they discuss how to encourage our young people to plan for a life in the Arts so that, through storytelling, they are able to use their voice to question and critically engage in the world around them.
The conversation highlights the ways in which the theatre can be exciting, challenging and change the thinking of our young people so that they’re empowered to approach the world with empathy and passion.
Lee and...2022-02-2330 minDQ ChatsArts Advocacy with Queensland TheatreOur president, Stephanie Tudor was invited into Queensland Theatre to chat all things Arts, theatre and Arts advocacy with artistic director, Lee Lewis. Together they discuss how to encourage our young people to plan for a life in the Arts so that, through storytelling, they are able to use their voice to question and critically…2022-02-2330 min
The CalloverWhat does a lawyer look like in 2022 with Ann-Maree David, Executive Director, College of Law QueenslandAnn-Maree champions the idea that the law is fundamentally a service profession so the more diverse the profession, the better we can serve clients from all walks of life. We talk about how the face of the legal profession has changed since she began 40 years ago, why young lawyers should feel comfortable being themselves at work and how we can tackle that niggling imposter syndrome.Ann-Maree has worked across public and private sector roles and is now leading legal education as an Executive Director at the College of Law. She was previously a founding director of the Australian Gender...2022-01-3028 min
Now And The FutureCalling All Carers!Identifying as a carer is not always something that comes naturally to families who support a loved one with a disability. The line between what we see as the role of family and what are added or unique responsibilities when a family member has a disability can be very fluid and can also change over time. In this episode, we unpack this further with Kirsten and Claire from Carers Queensland and explore the various options for support, including for siblings and young carers. If you would like to contact Kirsten or Claire for m...2022-01-2636 min
Now And The FutureNow And The Future - Season 2 TrailerThe Now And The Future podcast is an exciting way of sharing stories of Down Syndrome Queensland members, opportunities, challenges; and to provide support and expert advice for the Down Syndrome community.Down Syndrome Queensland’s vision is to support, advocate for and empower people with Down Syndrome to take their rightful places as valuable and contributing members of their community, both now and into the future. For more information please visit the Down Syndrome Queensland website, or follow us on Facebook.Mentioned in this episode:Down Syndrome Queensland2022-01-0902 min
Interviews from the FrontlineDr Tanya Kelly, incoming Chair, Queensland Clinical SenateDr Tanya Kelly is the incoming Chair of the Queensland Clinical Senate. She is an experienced senior clinician (anaesthetist) and has held clinical leadership roles for the past 10 years, most recently as Director of Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine and Clinical Director for Digital Transformation within the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service. We interviewed Dr Kelly about her career in medicine, her favourite pastime (which almost became her career!) and her initial focus when she takes up the role as Chair.2021-11-2328 minNow And The FuturePeer SupportThe Peer Support Network is a volunteer program facilitated by Down Syndrome Queensland (DSQ).Peer Supporters are parents and close family members of people with Down syndrome, as well as people with Down Syndrome, across Queensland who want to offer support in their local community. This program is expanding and gaining momentum. Peer support as a model is growing in popularity across many sectors and areas, as a valuable intervention. Peers can offer unique and useful supportby virtue of having lived experience.In this episode, DSQ’s Peer Support Officer Christina Ra...2021-10-2727 min
Interviews from the FrontlineMr Russell Bowles, Outgoing Queensland Ambulance Service CommissionerRussell Bowles has spent 40 years with the Queensland Ambulance Service, working his way up from cadet ambulance officer to Commissioner. As Commissioner, Russell oversaw the QAS during its move from an emergency service into the health system as an emergency health service and has been at the helm during the COVID-19 pandemic. In August 2021, Russell announced his retirement. We spoke with Russell about his four decades in the service and life as the outgoing commissioner.2021-10-2214 minNow And The FutureNow And The Future Trailer - A Podcast by Down Syndrome QueenslandThe Now And The Future podcast is an exciting way of sharing stories of Down Syndrome Queensland members, opportunities, challenges; and to provide support and expert advice for the Down Syndrome community.Down Syndrome Queensland’s vision is to support, advocate for and empower people with Down Syndrome to take their rightful places as valuable and contributing members of their community, both now and into the future. For more information please visit the Down Syndrome Queensland website, or follow us on Facebook.Mentioned in this episode:Down Syndrome Queensland2021-09-3002 minThe Queensland Rail History PodcastEpisode 2 Part 2 - Building along the Barron River - The construction of the Cairns to Kuranda RailwayIn the 2nd half of our two-part special, we’re going to cover the completion of the Kuranda Scenic Railway (KSR). If you haven’t listened to part 1 yet, please make sure you start there first. We’ll explore some of its famous landmarks that can be seen along the journey. We’ll discover what happened to the line when war broke out and why it’s still such a popular tourist destination in Far North Queensland today. We’ll chat with our Driver in Charge of the Cairns region, with over 25 years of experience driving on the Kuranda r...2021-09-3037 minThe Queensland Rail History PodcastEpisode 2 Part 1 - Of rivalry and railways… The Cairns RailwayIn this two-part episode, we’re going to dive into one of the most iconic pieces of railway in Australia, arguably in the world: The Kuranda Scenic Railway – the KSR - located in Far North Queensland. It has become such a popular tourist attraction in Cairns, truly a must-see experience. We’ll chat with our historian, Greg and deep dive into how this railway came to exist and we’ll also chat with a Train Driver with over 25 years of experience driving on the Kuranda range. Rising from sea level to 327m, the journey to Kuranda pa...2021-09-0348 min
Queensland Theatre's Quality Time podcastWrite what you want – Queensland Premier’s Drama AwardThere’s nothing like a new Australian play to capture the current voice of our country. A story can find its way to our stage through many paths, but perhaps one of the most direct and exciting ways is through the Queensland Premier’s Drama Award. Celebrating 20 years in 2021, this Award discovers, develops and produces outstanding Australian plays. It’s the only playwriting prize in the country that guarantees a premiere season of the work. Joining Lee Lewis in the studio today are previous winners Daniel Evans and Steve Pirie to discuss their experiences with the Queensland Premier’s Drama Aw...2021-08-1852 minThe Queensland Rail History PodcastEpisode 1 - Beginnings of the Queensland RailwaysIn the last weeks of July 1865, the population of Southern Queensland watched with increasing interest and confidence, the anticipated completion of the first section of the Southern and Western Railway. Looking back at that era, it is still easy to discern the excitement and pride that had manifested in the colonists of Queensland as they read reports in the local papers of the approaching opening. 2021-07-2649 min
Museum RevealedEp 18: Museum Development across Queensland with Ewen McPheeLet’s start with an undeniable fact: Queensland is a big state. From Texas in the south to the Torres Strait 3000 kilometres to the north, from Fraser Island on the east coast to Camooweal in the far west. How does a state museum make sure that people who’d have to travel by plane or four-wheel drive vehicle - or both - to visit on one of its museums, can benefit like everyone else?Digital technology certainly helps but Queensland Museum Network in conjunction with Arts Queensland have been running a program for over 20 years that gives people all acro...2021-07-1314 min
Interviews from the FrontlineDr Mark Wenitong, Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Clinical Network ChairDr Mark Wenitong was one of Australia's first Indigenous medical doctors. Mark spoke to us from Cape York about what inspired him to become a doctor in his 30s and what graduating from medicine meant to his family and the broader community. He shared his goals for his new role with Queensland Health and, during NAIDOC week, what 'heal country' means to him.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and live, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.2021-07-0824 minSelden Society lecture series AustraliaThe audacity of Griffith as a law reformerSir Samuel Griffith was undoubtedly the instigator of some of the greatest law reform moments in Queensland history. This lecture attempts to capture the most significant pieces of law reform for which he was singularly responsible for more than a quarter of a century. The range of subjects include both civil and criminal law, substantive law and procedural law with a view to identifying what was innovative and, at times, audacious. About the speaker: The Hon Justice David Jackson began his career in law when he was admitted as a barrister of the Supreme Co...2021-04-2735 min