Formed May, 1983
Incorporated 1987
26th
Annual Report
&
Balance Sheet
2008—2009
To be presented to the members at the
Annual General Meeting
To be held at their
TRAINING & INFORMATION CENTRE
20 Creek Road,
LENAH VALLEY Tasmania 7008
12th September, 2009.
INDEX...
Mission Statement Page 4
Sponsor Acknowledgement Page 5
State Councillors Page 6
Life Membership Page 6
Past Office Bearers Page 7
Certificates of Merit Page 8
President’s Report Pages 9 to 10
Minutes of 2008 AGM Pages 11 to 15
Auditor’s Report Pages 15 to 24
Southern Region
President’s Report Page 25
Northern Region
President’s Report Page 27
Membership Form Page Page 29
Room Hire Page 30
Disability Awareness Training Page 31
Donation & Bequest Form Page 32
MISSION STATEMENT...
Our Vision is for a society that demonstrates it values and respects people with a disability and provides equal access to all aspects of community life.
Tasmanians with Disabilities Inc. is a consumer driven, peak organisation of individuals and their organisations that advocates for the advancement and full participation in the Tasmanian community of people with disabilities.
Tasmanians with Disabilities works to improve the living standards and fights for the rights of people with disabilities, both in Tasmania and throughout Australia. We were established by people with disabilities as Disabled Peoples’ International (Tasmania) Inc. in May 1983. In 1996 the name “Tasmanians with Disabilities” was adopted to more accurately reflect its work. People without a disability are very welcome as associate members, however, the Constitution ensures that the organisation is controlled by and for people with disabilities.
The Organisation aims to achieve the following goals for people with disabilities:
the right to employment;
equality of opportunity;
the right to education;
the right to rehabilitation;
the right to recreational and social integration;
the right to economic security;
the right to independent living;
the right to full participation in all the activities of the wider community;
the right to participate in any decision-making processes affecting people with disabilities; and
the right of those people who require advocates to have the advocate of their own choice.
Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc has defined three priority areas to concentrate on in the immediate future. They are:
Education/Public Awareness;
Disability Rights/Advocacy; and Communication/Partnerships.
We also recognise the need to Strengthen Our Organisation by:
Improving practise and procedures;
Responding to members’ needs; and
Providing opportunities for social interaction.
SPONSORS...
Tasmanians with Disabilities Inc.
Would like to take this opportunity to thank those listed below
The Hobart City Council
Dept of Health & Human Services
NDS
Senator Carol Brown
Tasmanian Community Trust Fund
For their generous donations and ongoing assistance in the development and completion of their new Training & Information Centre.
STATE COUNCILLORS 2008-2009
OFFICE HELD NAME
PRESIDENT Mrs Jan Miller
VICE PRESIDENT Miss Merran Thurley/Mrs Margaret Davidson
SECRETARY
TREASURER
PUBLIC OFFICER Mr David Gordon
ORGANISATIONAL REPRESENTATIVES Mrs Margaret Davidson (Tas. Amputees Society)
Mr David Gordon (TasVic)
SOUTHERN COUNCILLOR Mr Shane Fenner
NORTHERN COUNCILLORS Mrs Margaret Davidson
Miss Merran Thurley
STATE COORDINATOR Mrs Susan Baldock
LIFE MEMBERSHIP...
Year of Award
Year of award Name
1993 Barbara Strochnetter
1993 Robin Wilkinson AM
1996 Barry Smith
1996 Brian Adams
2001 Merran Thurley
2001 Steven McDonald
PAST OFFICE BEARERS...
President Treasurer Secretary
1983/84 Robin Wilkinson Paul Watkins/ Clarrie Strochnetter
Murray Ling
1984/85 Robin Wilkinson John Newton Clarrie Strochnetter
1985/86 Robin Wilkinson John Newton Clarrie Strochnetter
1986/87 Robin Wilkinson John Newton Clarrie Strochnetter
1987/88 Robin Wilkinson John Newton Clarrie Strochnetter
1988/89 Robin Wilkinson John Newton Clarrie Strochnetter
1989/90 Robin Wilkinson John Newton Clarrie Strochnetter
1990/91 Robin Wilkinson John Newton Clarrie Strochnetter
1991/92 Robin Wilkinson John Newton John Newton
1992/93 Robin Wilkinson David Davis John Newton
1993/94 Alex Gregg Barry Smith John Newton
1994/95 Madge Collis Barry Smith John Newton
1995/96 Alan Maher Barry Smith John Newton
1996/97 Robin Wilkinson AM Barry Smith John Newton
1997/98 Robin Wilkinson AM Barry Smith John Newton
1998/99 Robin Wilkinson AM John Newton John Newton
1999/20 John Newton Ann Storr Ann Storr
2000(4mths) Robin Wilkinson AM John Newton John Newton
2000/01 Robin Wilkinson AM John Newton OAM John Newton OAM
2001/02 Merran Thurley John Newton OAM John Newton OAM
2002/03 Merran Thurley John Newton OAM John Newton OAM
2003/04 Merran Thurley John Newton OAM John Newton OAM
Interim Robin Wilkinson AM Robin Wilkinson AM
2004/05 Merran Thurley Steve McDonald Robin Wilkinson AM
2005/06 Merran Thurley Steve McDonald Robin Wilkinson AM
2006/07 Merran Thurley Steve McDonald Robin Wilkinson AM
2007/08 Jan Miller Steve McDonald/
David Gordon David Gordon
2008/09 Jan Miller David Gordon David Gordon
CERTIFICATES OF MERIT...
1993 Merran Thurley
June Harrold
Robert Palmer
John Thorne
City of Launceston Access Committee
City of Glenorchy
2000 Circular Head Council
City of Hobart
The Hon Raymond Bailey,
President Legislative Council
The Hon Michael Polley,
Speaker House of Assembly
The Hobart City Council Access Committee
Stephen Firth, Freeman Firth Architects
Roy Cordiner, Consultant Conservation Architect
Neil Shilitto, Architect
2002 Wyndarra Centre, Smithton
2007 Merran Thurley
Val Emerson
2008 Val Emerson
PRESIDENT’S REPORT 2008-2009...
I am pleased to present the Tasmanians with Disabilities Inc. Annual Report for 2008-2009.
This year has been a year of steady development for TwD.
Our Disability Awareness Programs continue to be an important part of our work in the community. This year we have conducted programs for intakes of Tasmania Police recruits, and staff from some State Government departments and non-government organisations. We believe that Disability Awareness is an extremely important part of our work, and we actively promote our Disability Awareness programs on our website and also through contact with organisations who we feel may be interested in these programs. We know from the feedback we get from participants that they find the programs interesting and enjoyable.
We again received a grant from the Tasmanian Community Fund this year, to enable us to complete the upgrade of our Training and Information Centre, by putting the finishing touches to our training area and kitchen.
The grant was for $54,170.00, and has been used to replace curtains and blinds throughout the building and complete the renovation of the kitchen by replacing the stove. We have replaced all our crockery and cutlery (some of which was over 40 years old) and a hot food display bar.
The grant also enabled us to buy computer software which gives deaf and hearing impaired people immediate access to the spoken word at meetings and forums by converting it into text which is then displayed on our screen.
As well as making it possible for us to put the finishing touches to our Training and Information Centre, part of the TCF grant has been used to buy four All Terrain wheelchairs.
As the name suggests, these wheelchairs are designed to be used in places not accessible using ordinary wheelchairs.
They can be used on beaches, and can go in shallow water, and can also travel over rough ground. We are at present negotiating to place these chairs at Beaches and national parks in the North
and South of the State, so they can be borrowed by wheelchair users when they visit these areas at no charge.
We thank the Tasmanian Community Fund for their continued support of our organisation.
State Council has met five times during the year, four meetings by teleconference and one face to face meeting. For the past few months we have been using voiceover internet protocol VOIP for some of our meetings and day to day communication between the executive, other members of State Council and our Coordinator.
Our Southern and Northern regional groups have organised regular social activities during the year for our members, their families and friends.
I wish to thank all members of TwD who give their time to represent us in many areas of the community, representing us on many local council Access Advisory Committees and participating in consultations such as the consultations on the National Harmonisation of Disability Parking Schemes in Australia.
On behalf of State Council and members I thank the Department of Health and Human Services for their financial assistance.
I also thank all the other Organisations and individuals who have supported us this year.
Thanks also to the Executive and members of State Council for your work this year, and a special thanks to our Coordinator Susan Baldock again for her work and support.
TwD is a relatively small organisation, with limited financial and human resources, but, despite this, I believe we have achieved a lot this year.
Jan Miller.
PREVIOUS MINUTES...
MINUTES ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Held on the 6th of September 2008
at 20 Creek Road Lenah Valley.
The meeting commenced at 11.07 a.m.
In Attendance:
Jan Miller, Carolyn Nielsen, Bob Cowen, George Dabrowski, Santi Morosi, David Gordon, Susan Baldock, Geoff Watson, Shane Fenner, George Shaw, Patrick Eadington, Lyndall George, Merran Thurley, Dennis Eiffe, Margaret Davidson, Rex Davidson, Arthur Dobson.
Apologies:
Margaret and John Briggs, Aileen Atkins, Brian Adams, Keith Taylor, Brian and Margaret Walker, Megan Donnelly.
Arthur Dobson informed the meeting that the reason why Keith Taylor was unable to attend the meeting was that he was unable to get a carer to come to assist him in sufficient time to allow him to travel to Hobart.
Shane Fenner stated that Megan Donnelly was also not able to get a carer to assist her in sufficient time to come to the meeting.
The Secretary then read the Notice of Meeting which was published in the Hobart Mercury, the Launceston Examiner and the Burnie Advocate on the 9th of August 2008.
Susan Baldock then read the minutes of the previous Annual General Meeting of Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc. held on the 8th of September 2007.
Moved: Merran Thurley:
Seconded: Shane Fenner:
That the minutes be accepted.
Arthur Dobson stated that at the 2006 Annual General Meeting a Notice of Motion from the Northern Branch was passed that the Membership Fees should be increased. He stated that State Council looked in to this
matter, but that there is no record in the minutes of the 2007 Annual General Meeting of the decision being put to the meeting and made.
Shane Fenner suggested that this matter be taken to the State Council meeting following the Annual General Meeting for further discussion, and that any members would be welcome to that meeting. After further discussion it was moved by Shane Fenner, and seconded by Patrick Eadington
That the matter of the Notice of Motion for increase of Membership Fees, GST payment on Membership Fees, and any other matters be discussed in general business.
Motion carried.
The motion to accept the minutes was then put.
Motion carried.
Presentation of the 2007-2008 Annual Report
The President, Jan Miller then read the Annual Report for 2007-2008.
She then moved and Merran Thurley seconded, that the Annual Report be accepted.
Motion carried.
Financial Report
The Acting Treasurer, David Gordon presented the Financial Report for 2007-2008.
He then moved, and George Shaw seconded that the Financial Report be accepted.
Motion carried.
Election of Officers
One nomination was received for each position on State Council.
Susan Baldock read out the nominations.
President: Jan Miller, nominated by David Gordon, Seconded by Ken Baldock.
Vice-president: Margaret Davidson, nominated by Arthur Dobson, seconded by Merran Thurley.
Secretary: David Gordon, nominated by Ray Coulson, seconded by Ken Baldock.
Treasurer: David Gordon, nominated by Sally Gordon, seconded by Shane Fenner.
Southern Representatives:
Shane Fenner, nominated by David Gordon, seconded by Sally Gordon.
Patrick Eadington, nominated by David Gordon, seconded by Ken Baldock.
Northern Representatives:
Merran Thurley, and Dennis Eiffe, nominated and seconded by members of the Northern Branch at the Northern Branch Annual General Meeting, and recorded in the minutes of that meeting.
Organisational Representatives:
Post Polio Network:
Arthur Dobson, nominated by Margaret Davidson, seconded by Dennis Eiffe.
Tasmanian Amputee Society:
Margaret Davidson, nominated by Arthur Dobson, seconded by Dennis Eiffe.
TasVic:
David Gordon, nominated by peter Gordon, seconded by Greg Curtin.
Moved: Shane Fenner;
Seconded: Merran Thurley;
That those people be elected.
Motion carried.
Appointments:
Apointment of Auditor:
Moved: David Gordon
Seconded: Arthur Dobson
That Garrett and Garrett be appointed as our auditors for 2008-2009.
Motion carried.
Appointment of Public Officer
Moved: Patrick Eadington
Seconded: Merran Thurley:
That David Gordon be appointed as Public Officer.
Motion carried.
General Business
Jan Miller presented a Certificate of Merit to Merran Thurley in recognition of her service to Tasmanians with disabilities.
She also stated that a Certificate of Merit has also been awarded to Val Emerson in recognition of her service to Tasmanians with Disabilities, and that arrangements will be made to send the certificate to Val.
Membership matters
The meeting discussed the matter of the Notice of Motion put at the 2006 Annual General Meeting, from the Northern Branch that the Membership Fees should be increased.
After considerable discussion it was agreed that the membership payments for 2007-08 be ratified, and that State Council be given the task of reviewing all membership fees and implementing any needed increases.
Moved: Arthur Dobson
Seconded: Geoff Watson
Motion carried.
The meeting discussed whether GST should be added to membership fees.
Moved: Shane Fenner:
Seconded: Dennis Eiffe:
a GST registered specialist be asked to confirm whether GST is paid on TWD’s membership fees.
Motion carried.
Standing orders were suspended at 12.13 p.m. for a short break.
The meeting resumed at 12.22 p.m.
Arthur Dobson stated that he is concerned that he and other members of State Council are not getting the relevant information needed for them to do their work as members of State Council under the constitution and the roles and responsibilities of members of State Council.
This matter was discussed. Susan Baldock explained that in recent weeks there has not been a great deal of correspondence to be distributed to State Council, and that she has many times apologised to members of State Council about not having the time to do all the tasks she is paid to do. She stated that in recent times she has spent many hours working on grant submissions and other promotional work for Disability Awareness Training and Room Hire.
Shane Fenner stated that members should realise that with the untimely death of Steve McDonald a lot of things needed sorting out. He also stated that he felt things such as correspondence lists and other matters could be dealt with by State Council.
Moved: Shane Fenner
Seconded: Arthur Dobson
That at the State Council meeting following this meeting Arthur Dobson has the That chance to express his concerns, and that a broad time frame be discussed to deal with Arthur’s concerns regarding the constitution. Also that the Branches be involved in the discussions, and that any matters which need to be addressed will be brought to the next Annual General meeting to be voted on by members.
Motion carried.
The meeting closed at 12.49 p.m.
AUDITOR’S REPORT...
Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc
Financial Statements
30 June 2009
GARROTT & GARROTT
C h a r t e r e d A c c o u n t a n t s
Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc
Financial Statements
30 June 2009
Contents Page
Committee List 1
Income Statement 2
Balance Sheet 3
Notes to the Financial Statements 4
Treasurer's Declaration 6
Auditors Independence Declaration 6
Independent Audit Report 7
APPENDIX
Depreciation Schedule
Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc
Committee List
For the Year Ended 30 June 2009
President: Jan Miller 34 Fraser Street New Town 7008
Vice President: Margaret Davidson 17 Rowland Crescent Summerhill 7250
Secretary: David Gordon 1 Brent Street Glenorchy 7010
Treasurer: David Gordon 1 Brent Street Glenorchy 7010
Public Officer: David Gordon 1 Brent Street Glenorchy 7010
Northern Reps: Margaret Davidson 17 Rowland Crescent Summerhill 7250
Merran Thurley 1/9 Jupiter Court Prospect 7250
Southern Reps: Shane Fenner 12/372 Park Street New Town 7008
Patrick Eadington 10/372 Park Street New Town 7008
State Coordinator: Susan Baldock 39 Siandra Crescent Geilston Bay 7015
Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc
Income Statement
For the Year Ended 30 June 2009
2009 2008
Note $ $
INCOME
94 880
AGM and forum
Consultations and training 1,514 7,058
Donations 2,060 463
Grants received - DHHS 41,799 40,464
Grants received - DTAF 84,767 -
Grants received - TCF 37,550
Interest received 3,861 4,038
Memberships 1,230 1,000
Room hire 265 255
Sundry income 65 326
Total Income 135,655 92,034
EXPENSES
Accountancy and audit 1,444 150
Advertising 531 350
Affiliation fees 195 729
Cleaning and maintenance 404 1,334
Depreciation 10,414 16,452
Employee costs 29,957 27,318
Filing fees 51 -
Insurance 2,532 1,832
Legal fees 4,942
Minor equipment purchases 1,164
Office expenses 7,317 4,247
Power 1,693 1,584
Printing, postage and stationery 893 1,043
Security costs 78 156
State Council 1,843
Sundry equipment and repairs 14,944 38,992
Sundry expenses 498 2,774
Telephone and Internet 2,480 1,605
Training forums 1,000 1,936
Travel 966 1,533
Total Expenses 80,339 105,042
NET SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) 55,316 (13,008)
This statement should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes
Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc
Balance Sheet
As At 30 June 2009
2009 2008
Note $ $
ASSETS
Current assets
Cash 2 122,974 88,407
Total current assets
122,974 88,407
Non-current assets
Property, plant and equipment 3 66,578 41,216
Total non-current assets 66,578 41,216
TOTAL ASSETS 189,552 129,623
LIABILITIES
Current liabilities
PAYG 943 1,036
GST clearing 2,511 (2,194)
Total current liabilities 3,454 (1,158)
Non-current liabilities
TOTAL LIABILITIES 3,454 (1,158)
NET ASSETS 186,098 130,781
EQUITY
Accumulated funds 4 186,098 130,782
TOTAL EQUITY 186,098 130,782
This statement should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes
Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc
Notes to the Financial Statements
30 June 2009
1 Accounting Policies
These financial statements are a special purpose financial report prepared in order to satisfy the accounts
preparation requirements of the Associations Incorporation Act (Tasmania) 1964.
The committee have determined that the Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc is not a reporting entity and
therefore there is no need to apply Australian Accounting Standards or other mandatory professional
reporting requirements in the preparation and presentation of the financial statements.
The financial report has been prepared on an accruals basis and is based on historical costs modified by
the revaluation of selected non-current assets, financial assets and financial liabilities for which the fair value
basis of accounting has been applied.
The following specific accounting policies, which are consistent with previous periods unless otherwise
stated, have been adopted in the preparation of this financial report:
(a) Property, Plant and Equipment
Each class of property, plant and equipment is carried at cost or fair value less, where applicable, any
accumulated depreciation and impairment losses.
The depreciable amount of all fixed assets is depreciated on a straight-line basis over their useful
lives commencing from the time the asset is held ready for use.
(b) Revenue
Grants are recognised as revenue in the period in which they are actually received.
(c) Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST, except where the amount
of GST incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Taxation Office. In these circumstances the
GST is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of the expense.
2 Cash 2009 2008
$ $
CBA cheque account 35,330 2,580
CBA high performance account 83,275 81,691
Tasmanian Perpetual Trustees 4,369 4,137
122,974 88,408
Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc
Notes to the Financial Statements
30 June 2009
2009 2008
$ $
3 Property, Plant and Equipment
Plant and equipment - at cost 62,603 26,827
Accumulated depreciation (14,935) (8,071)
47,668 18,756
Plant and equipment - at
committee valuation 37,125 37,125
Accumulated depreciation (18,215) (14,665)
18,910 22,460
4 Accumulated Funds 66,578 41,216
Accumulated funds b/f 130,782 143,791
Net income/loss for the period 55,316 (13,009)
Closing balance 186,098 130,782
Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc
Treasurer's Declaration
In the opinion of the treasurer, the financial report as set out on pages 2 to 5:
(a) presents fairly the financial position of Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc as at 30 June 2009 and its
performance for the year ended on that date in accordance with the accounting policies outlined in Note 1 to
the financial statements;
(b) satisfy the requirements of the Associations Incorporation Act (Tasmania) 1964 to prepare accounts; and
(c) at the date of this statement, there are reasonable grounds to believe that Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc
will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due.
Treasurer
David Gordon
Dated 14 August 2009
Auditors Independence Declaration
I declare that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, during the year ended 30 June 2009 there have been:
(no contraventions of the auditor independence requirements as set out in the Associations
Incorporation Act (Tasmania) 1964 in relation to the audit; and
(ii) no contraventions of any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the audit.
Garrott & Garrott
Chartered Accountants
Ian R Wright
Audit Partner
GARROTT
Chartered Accountants
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT
To the members of Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc
We have audited the accompanying financial report, being a special purpose financial report,
of Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc, which comprises the balance sheet as at 30 June 2009,
the income statement for the year then ended, a summary of significant accounting policies,
other explanatory notes and the treasurer's declaration.
The Responsibility of the Committee for the Financial Report
The committee of the association are responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of
the financial report and have determined that the accounting policies described in Note 1 to
the financial statements which form part of the financial report are appropriate to meet the
financial reporting requirements of the constitution and are appropriate to meet the needs of
the members.
The committee's responsibility also includes establishing and maintaining internal control
relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of the financial report that is free from
material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error; selecting and applying appropriate
accounting policies; and making accounting estimates that are reasonable in the
circumstances.
Auditor's Responsibility
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial report based on our audit. No
opinion is expressed as to whether the accounting policies used, as described in Note 1, are
appropriate to meet the needs of the members. We conducted our audit in accordance with
Australian Auditing Standards. These Auditing Standards require that we comply with
relevant ethical requirements relating to audit engagements and plan and perform the audit to
obtain reasonable assurance whether the financial report is free from material misstatement.
An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and
disclosures in the financial report. The procedures selected depend on the auditor's
judgement, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial
report, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers
internal control relevant to the entity's preparation and fair presentation of the financial report
in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the
purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity's internal control. An
audit also includes evaluating the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the
committee, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial report.
The financial report has been prepared for distribution to members for the purpose of
fulfilling the committee's financial reporting under the constitution. We disclaim any
assumption of responsibility for any reliance on this report or on the financial report to which
it relates to any person other than the members, or for any purpose other that that for which it
was prepared.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a
basis for our audit opinion.
Independence
In conducting our audit, we have complied with the independence requirements of the
Australian professional accounting bodies and the Associations Incorporation Act (Tasmania)
1964.
Auditor's Opinion
In our opinion:
the financial report presents fairly, in accordance with the accounting policies described
in Note 1 to the financial statements, the financial position of Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc at 30 June 2009, and of its performance for the year then ended;
we obtained the information we required for the audit and Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc mostly kept proper accounting records and other books during the year ended 30 June
2009; and
the rules relating to the administration of the funds of Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc have been observed.
Garrott & Garrott
Chartered Accountants
Launceston
DEPRECIATION SCHEDULE
Tasmanians with Disabilities Inc
30 June 2009
Original Dep WDV Dep WDV
Cost Rate b/f Charge c/f
PLANT & EQUIPMENT
At committee valuation
DCA computer pentium and monitor 50 40
LG theatre sound system 600 10 - - -
Centrex set top box 500 10 - - -
LG DVD player/amplifier 400 10 - - -
Toshiba digital projector 3,000 10 2,400 2,400
Compac desk pro monitor 50 40 - - -
Samsung monitor 10 40 - - -
Brother H4730 jet printer I5 20 - - -
Compac computer 50 40 - - -
Epson 400 bubble jet printer 50 20 - - -
Microtec computer 50 40 - - -
Compac computer and monitor 50 40 - - -
DCA computer and monitor P2 50 40 - - -
DCA computer and monitor 150 40 - - -
Dell 17" monitor 300 40 - - -
Canon S520 bubble jet printer 20 20 - - -
Canon S400 bubble jet printer 20 20 - - -
Nashuatec photocopier 50 20 - - -
Sharp AR-M207 laser printer 5,000 20 3,000 1.000 2,000
Epson colour printer 1,500 20 900 300 600
Polyview 19" monitor 400 40 - - -
Dell computer pentium 4 2,000 40 400 400
Mitsubishi colour tv 50 10 - - -
Ergonomic chair 500 10 - - -
4 drawer filing cabinet (grey 2) 300 10 - - -
4 drawer filing cabinet (brown 2) 120 10 - - -
4 drawer filing cabinet (cream) 70 10 - - -
2 drawer filing cabinet (cream) 30 10 - - -
Diamond View scanner 20 20 - - -
HP 326 scanner 20 10 - - -
Heat pump 5,000 10 4,000 500 3,500
Trestle tables (6) 600 10 - - -
St George industrial stove 10,000 10 8,000 1,000 7,000
Stainless steel microwave 600 20 - - -
Fridges (3) 150 10 - - -
1201 chest freezer 150 10 - - -
Smeg rangehood 3,500 10 2,800 350 2,450
Teleconference phone 1,200 10 960 960
Telstra office phones large buttons 500 10 - - -
22,460 3,550 18,910
DEPRECIATION SCHEDULE
Tasmanians with Disabilities Inc
30 June 2009
At cost
Original Dep WVDV Dep WDV
Cost Rate b/f Charge c/f
PLANT & EQUIPMENT
Photocopier 600 20 - - -
Polycom soundstation speaker phone 944 I0 - - -
Chairs (60) 273 10 - - -
Adobe acrobat V7 711 100 - - -
Samsung DVD/VCR player (2) 310 10 - - -
Panasonic colour by (2) 544 10 - - -
Computers 7,118 20 5,694 1,424 4,270
Printer 10,636 20 8,509 2,127 6,382
Jaws licences 5,691 20 4,553 1,138 3,415
18,756 4,689 14,067
Additions
Electronic whiteboard 2,465 10 2,465 226 2,239
PA system 1,894 10 1,894 174 1,720
Hearing loop 10,463 l0 10,463 959 9,504
Sealer, binder 2,719 10 2,719 249 2,470
Wheelchairs 798 l0 798 73 725
Collating machine 3,295 l0 3,295 302 2,993
USB hub 63 20 63 1 62
Laptop 2,476 20 2,476 41 2,435
Qantum 4,990 20 4,990 83 4.907
Stove 5,158 10 5,158 43 5,115
Desktop PC 1,455 20 1,455 24 1,431
35,776 2,175 33,601
Total P&E at cost 6,864 47,668
Total assets 99,728 10,414 66,578
SOUTHERN REGION REPORT...
SOUTHERN REGION REPORT FOR THE YEAR 1 JULY 2008 TO 30 JUNE 2009
As all members are aware the Branches are no longer operating and each region now is represented by regional reps who are elected by the regions to sit on State Council.
Each of the regions will still have monthly social get togethers and can talk about there concerns at these functions and those concerns will be taken back to State Council by the Reps.
If the regions need funds for any reason like postage or phone calls etc they just have to forward their request to the Treasurer care of the office.
The Southern Region has now closed off its books and banking account to bring it in line with the other regions and hopes to have many social functions for people to get together and share experiences and concerns, and to generally have a sense of belonging to TWD.
If members in between social events people have any concerns they are more than welcome to get in contact with their rep to discuss their concerns who will take it to State Council.
The changes came about because of recommendations made by our legal advisor to help streamline the running of the organisation.
We in the Southern Region are still having our Tuesday night teas through the summer months but after much discussion with members who attended it was decided that through winter that we would not have them because of the cold weather.
Dates will be put in the newsletter when we start up again.
We hope to provide movie afternoons, cricket afternoons, for our monthly social afternoons and if people have any suggestions please pass them on.
We will do our best to organise them.
I think that all the people who attended our Tuesday night teas and functions this year had a good time and we hope to see you all again soon.
Shane Fenner
Southern Representative
NORTHERN REGION REPORT...
NORTHERN REGION REPORT FOR THE YEAR 1 JULY 2008 TO 30 JUNE 2009
This past year has been one of radical change in the Northern Region, the major change being a movement from formal meetings to a more social relaxed style of gathering.
This has not meant that members have lost the opportunity to bring issues to the attention of State Council and have them dealt with. Regional Representatives have the responsibility to keep their members informed locally and State Council informed Tasmania wide.
The movement to a more social get together took effect after the Northern group met in February of this year.
I want to thank those who have come along each month bringing with them a spirit of cooperation where problems need solving and their encouragement, belief in the group’s ability and a common sense approach to future activities.
It was felt that, since our numbers were small and, at this time, no members need a wheelchair accessible toilet that we would trial another venue. This has been a welcome change. However, if it is necessary at any time to find a venue with these facilities, of course, the members will not hesitate in seeking that place.
In conclusion, I want to thank the members for being patient with change and for Margaret’s diligence in keeping us together and her photographic skills.
Trusting in our continued growth and harmony within membership for the future.
Merran Thurley
Northern Representative.
MEMBERSHIP...
Tasmanians with Disabilities Inc.
A.B.N. 90 025 692 662
20 Creek Road, LENAH VALLEY TAS 7008
Ph: 6278 8023 Email - taswdis@southcom.com.au Fax: 62788391
2009/2010 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL
I hereby apply for membership of Tasmanians with Disabilities Inc., the objects and ideals of which I support. I declare that I am eligible for membership as indicated below and enclose my membership fee accordingly.
SIGNED: DATE:______________________
NB: This application must be signed by the applicant or his/her advocate
1. INDIVIDUAL (Voting) MEMBER
A PERSON OVER THE AGE OF 18 WITH A DISABILITY
Not in paid employment: $11.00
Employed: $22.00
2. ASSOCIATE (Non-Voting) MEMBER
A PERSON UNDER THE AGE OF 18 WITH A DISABILITY: Please state age
A NON-DISABLED PERSON:
Not in paid employment: $11.00
Employed: $22.00
3. ORGANISATIONAL (Voting) MEMBER $38.50
An organisation of which at least 51% of its members have a disability.
4. ASSOCIATE ORGANISATIONAL (Non-Voting) MEMBER $38.50
An organisation of parents/friends of people with disabilities that works to achieve objectives in line with those of Tasmanians with Disabilities Inc.
5. CORPORATE MEMBER $121.00
Any voluntary organisation, service group, professional association, commercial
enterprise and other organisation shall be eligible for membership of the
Association in this category.
MR/MRS/MISS/MS:
Please print full name
ADDRESS: POST CODE:
PH: HOME: WORK: FAX:
Email:
Disabilities (optional):
I enclose: MEMBERSHIP FEE: $
DONATION: $
(G.S.T. INCLUDED) TOTAL: $
DONATIONS OF $2.00 & OVER ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE
ROOM HIRE...
Tasmanians with Disabilities Inc. Training & Information Centre
Need an accessible venue to conduct training,meetings or conferences at a more affordable price?
We can offer you premises that provide:
A drive through area where people can now alight from a vehicle at the front door, with easy access to rooms.
Three separate training rooms -
#1 Heat pump ensuring adequate temperature to suit. Seating for up to 70. Digital/data projector and full size screen, dvd player, set top box and entertainment system for use with laptop.
#2 68cm television and DVD/VCR Combo. Seating for up to 10 people.
#3 68cm television and DVD/VCR Combo. Seating for up to 10 people.
Hearing augmentation facilities.
Teleconferencing facilities.
Electronic Whiteboard.
Two fully accessible wheelchair friendly toilets.
Kitchen facilities and we can organise catering upon request.
Accessible Parking.
Tasmanians with Disabilities Inc.
20 Creek Road, LENAH VALLEY. Tasmania 7008
Telephone: (03) 62 788023 Fax: (03) 62 788391
Email: taswdis@southcom.com.au
Website: www.twd.org.au
TRAINING...
Giving your work force the skills needed for a more inclusive and equitable society
The object of this training is to increase awareness about people who have a disability and to break down the barriers that exist in our society and include the following -
Options to suit your organisation’s specific needs.
Qualified trainers who all have direct personal experience of disability.
Interactive and relevant.
Training Kit and materials included for each participant.
Our classes usually number no more than 25 or less than 10 at any one time and may include the cost for two interpreters if required.
The training includes:
Definition of disability
Categories of disability
Barriers to full participation in the community
Discrimination; Legislation and Principles
Rights and responsibilities
Coping strategies
Provision of service or assistance
Training manual
Certificate
For further information contact:
Tasmanians with Disabilities Inc
Phone: (03) 6278 8023
E-mail: taswdis@southcom.com.au
Website: www.twd.org.au
“Improved access is better for everyone”
DONATIONS & BEQUESTS...
This Organisation operates on a small grant from the Tasmanian Government and strives to assist those in the Community with a disability to achieve and maintain an improved lifestyle. We mainly rely on volunteers to achieve this aim along with any additional financial assistance, therefore, any donations or bequests to Tasmanians with Disabilities Inc. Will greatly assist us in this endeavour.
Dr/Mr/Mrs/Ms…………………………………...
(Please print full name)
ADDRESS:………………………………………
…………………………………………………...
…………………………POST CODE:………….
I enclose a donation of $………….
I will consider making a bequest to Tasmanians With Disabilities Inc.
SIGNED:…………………………………………
DATE:………………………….
THANK YOU...
Tasmanians with Disabilities Inc.would like to acknowledge the contribution from the Tasmanian Community Trust Fund
without whose assistance it would not have been possible for them to upgrade their facilities and improve the presentation of their very popular
Disability Awareness Training Workshops. They would also like to take this opportunity to thank all those who took the initiative to participate, as it displays to them the willingness amongst those employers to genuinely become aware and endeavour to improve the level of customer service they supply to the general public, more specifically those they encounter with a disability.
Thank you.
