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The Deaf Society of New South Wales
Annual Report 2005
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF DEAFNESS?
There are many ways in which people become Deaf: genetically, through accident or illness, as a result of the ageing process, as well as from unknown causes.
There are many different types of hearing loss – ranging from mild to profound. Hearing loss can be stable, progressive or fluctuating, can occur in one or both ears, and can be in high or low frequencies.
Approximately 10–20% of the population has a hearing loss. The Deaf Community consists of about 0.1% of the population, approximately 20,000 people within Australia.
WHO ARE THE DEAF COMMUNITY?
People who identify as belonging to the Deaf Community are generally people who:
• Use sign language as their primary and preferred means of communication
• May or may not speak or lip-read
• Participate and socialise in the Deaf Community
• Like to be called “Deaf”
• Focus on the cultural aspects of their deafness, and do not necessarily want to be able to hear
• Feel proud of their language, culture and community
WHAT IS AUSLAN?
Auslan is the sign language of the Deaf Community in Australia. The word Auslan stands for AUstralian Sign LANguage.
Auslan is a visual-spatial language which consists of manual signs, facial expressions and fingerspelling.
HOW CAN I LEARN AUSLAN?
The Deaf Education Network (DEN) offers both unaccredited and accredited Auslan courses. Contact DEN on (02) 8845 9444 or check the DEN website www.deaf.nsw.edu.au
Auslan courses are held at a number of TAFE colleges, including Blacktown, North Sydney, Tamworth and Randwick. Check the website www.det.nsw.edu.au or contact the TAFE information line on 13 16 01.
HOW DO DEAF PEOPLE COMMUNICATE WITH HEARING PEOPLE?
Every Deaf person is different and will possess different skills in communicating with hearing people.
When communicating with Deaf people, remember that:
• Deaf people may use sign language, gestures and visual aids, lip-reading, writing or a combination of any or all of these modes when communicating with hearing people.
• Some Deaf people do not use speech to communicate.
• While lip-reading may be a useful communication tool in certain situations, it is not equivalent to listening to speech. Deaf people rely on context clues, the process of elimination, guesswork and other strategies to understand speech when lip-reading.
• Many sounds that are made with the voice look similar to each other whilst some sounds are not visible at all. Accents, facial hair and unclear mouth movements make lip-reading more difficult. Understanding a conversation by lip-reading is therefore only 30% effective.
• Some Deaf people will choose to write and read messages to communicate with hearing people.
• When communicating with a Deaf person, it is important to allow them to choose the mode(s) of communication used and to respect their choice.
HOW CAN TECHNOLOGY HELP DEAF PEOPLE?
Some Deaf people rely on technology such as hearing aids to assist their communication. Hearing aids amplify sounds but do not make them clearer. Sometimes Deaf people wear hearing aids to enable them to be aware of environmental noises but the hearing aids may not actually assist them in communicating due to the nature of their hearing loss.
Deaf people also use other forms of technology such as special text telephones (TTY’s), computers and text mobile phones. These types of technology can be limiting due to the
amount of time and level of written language skills required for their use.
New technology such as video conferencing will also improve the lives of Deaf people, especially those living in rural and remote areas of the State.
WHEN DO DEAF PEOPLE NEED INTERPRETERS?
In order to access services that hearing people take for granted, Deaf people require the assistance of Auslan interpreters. Situations in which interpreters are used include:
• Medical appointments
• Obtaining a drivers licence
• Legal and court situations
• Employment interviews and training
• Special religious occasions, including weddings, christenings and funerals
Service providers are obliged under section 24 of the Disability Discrimination Act (1992) to make their services accessible for Deaf people by providing Auslan interpreters.
WHAT TIPS CAN ASSIST WITH COMMUNICATION?
• Get the Deaf person’s attention before starting your conversation. This can be done by way of a tap on the shoulder or a wave in the line of vision for an individual, or by flashing overhead lights on and off for a group.
• Maintain eye contact throughout the conversation.
• Speak clearly, but do not exaggerate lip movements.
• Use simple sentences and avoid idioms and messages with double meanings.
• Use gestures and visual aids that are relevant to your discussion.
• Write down important details.
• Check that you are being understood – ask the Deaf person to repeat back important messages.
• Be patient, relax and enjoy your conversation.
Further information on these topics is available free of charge. Please contact the Deaf Society on (02) 9893 8555 (voice); (02) 9893 8858 (TTY) or check our website www.deafsocietynsw.org.au
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OUR MISSION
To work within the community to ensure Deaf people achieve their full rights and fulfil their responsibilities as Australian citizens.
OUR VISION
To be recognised as the organisation delivering world class services to the Deaf Community of New South Wales.
OUR BELIEF
We believe that Deaf people should enjoy the same political, civil and human rights as other members of the community and we work with the Deaf Community to secure these rights.
OUR WORK
We provide a wide range of support services and programs for Deaf people, including Deaf people who may have disabilities such as visual impairment, cerebral palsy, or developmental delay.
Our broad major goals are to educate and support members of the Deaf Community to access relevant community services and to educate community services on the needs of the Deaf Community.
We provide core services in the traditional areas of need, such as welfare and counselling support, community development, interpreting provision, education, training and employment support.
We aim to meet new demands demonstrated by community request which include focussing on mental health, children and family support, rural and regional outreach, and changing technology and its impact on the Deaf Community.
OUR HISTORY
The Deaf Society of NSW was founded in 1913 in response to the needs of Deaf people who used sign language as their primary means of communication.
“The Adult Deaf and Dumb Society of New South Wales” was incorporated in 1922 under the Companies Act, 1899, as a Company Limited by Guarantee. The Society’s title has been altered twice since that time, and now operates as “The Deaf Society of New South Wales”.
OUR OPERATIONS
The Deaf Society of New South Wales is a State-wide non-profit agency whose services for Deaf people are funded by government grants, contributions from donors, income earned from investments and fees charged for services rendered.
The majority of the Society’s members are Deaf people who use Auslan (Australian Sign Language). The affairs of the Society are managed by a President and Board of Directors who are elected by the members at annual general meetings. Directors hold office for a period of three years and can nominate for re-election at the end of each term.
The Society employs professional staff to carry out its functions.
As a Company Limited by Guarantee, we are accountable to our clients, members, donors and supporters, the Commonwealth and State Governments and to the Australian Securities Commission.
This report, a document of accountability, provides detailed information about our endeavours in achieving the Society’s goals.
The Deaf Society of New South Wales
CONTENTS
Frequently Asked QuestionsIFC
Overview of the Organisation1
Office Bearers2
Highlights of the Year2
President’s Report3
Executive Directors’ Report4
Organisational Chart4
Strategic Plan Review6
Executive Management8
Our Staff9
Departmental Mission Statements& Reports
10
Human Resources18
Honorary Treasurer’s Report20
Donors and Supporters24
Directors’ ReportF1
Auditor’s Report &Financial Statements
F3
Membership & ResourcesIBC
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OFFICE BEARERS
Vice Patron
Kenneth W Tribe AC, LLB
President
Peter Owen Brownlee MA (Syd), FRHS (UK)
Board of Management
Peter Owen Brownlee MA (Syd), FRHS (UK) – President
Anthony Gorringe JP, NIA, Associate Dip in Business –
Deputy Chairman
Stewart Anthony McClay CA (Scot), CA (Aust), FAICD, BAcc
(University of Glasglow) – Honorary Treasurer
George Michael Barbouttis OAM, FCA, FCPA Dip Commerce
Alexandra Anne Lindsay Hynes
Jane Innes BEc, LLB, LLM (Hons)
Stephen Matchett PhD (Sydney), BA (Hons), Grad Dip Marketing
Jitka Navratil BAppl Science (resigned 27 November 2004)
Susanne Alexandra Rae MA (New York), Dip Ed, BA (Sydney)
Adam Schembri BA, DipEd, MLitt, PhD (appointed 20 July 2005)
Honorary Solicitors
Patterson, Houen and Commins
Auditors
Benbow and Pike
Executive and Senior Staff
Rebecca Ladd JP, BEd (Hons), Master of Management (Community
Management), Executive Director - Services
Sharon Everson JP, Dip Management (Community Organisations),
Cert IV Assessment and Workplace Training, Executive Director - Corporate
Rosemary Thomas BSocStudies, Post Grad Dip Social Studies,
Cert II Auslan, Manager - Client & Community Services
Craig Bishop Regional Services Co-ordinator, Northern NSW
Michelle Corbett BComm, NAATI Paraprofessional Accreditation,
Co-ordinator - Employment (maternity leave)
Veronica de Ferrari BA Psychobiology, BA (Adult) Education,
MA (Adult) Education, Cert IV Frontline Management, Cert IV Workplace
Leadership, Co-ordinator - Employment
Danielle Fried BA (Government), Post Grad Dip (Auslan/English
Interpreting), NAATI Interpreter Accreditation,
Co-ordinator - Community Relations and Interpreting
Annette Lüders Cert II and Cert III in Auslan,
Co-ordinator - Administration and Operations
Sandra Carroll BA (Welfare Studies), NAATI Paraprofessional
Accreditation, Senior Services Development Officer
Stephen Nicholson BEd (Adult), Cert IV Assessment and Workplace
Training, Senior Community Services Worker
Patron
Her Excellency Professor Marie Bashir, AC
Governor of New South Wales
2004/2005 AT A GLANCE
2004/2005 2003/2004%
Variance
Operating Income $2,688,161 $2,113,287 +27
Operating Expenditure $2,164,447 $1,962,987 +10
Surplus $523,714 $150,300 +248
Contacts – CAIS 10,114 9,456 +7
Contacts – ILSP 3,897 3,855 -
Interpreting assignments 2,799 2,411 +16
Regional visits 24 19 +25
CEP workshops 12 12 -
DAT workshops 82 23 +255
Employment placements 20 27 -25
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE YEAR
Launched the Society’s Lismore branch enabling improved service delivery across the northern regions of the State.
Published “Life After School” resource booklet for Deaf senior school students.
Co-ordinated two additional terms of Auslan Heritage School.
Published the plain English policies and procedures information booklet for Deaf clients of the Independent Living Skills program.
Conducted 82 Deafness Awareness Training sessions in both metropolitan and regional areas.
Co-ordinated a Health and Wellness Forum for Deaf Women.
Increased support services to families with Deaf members.
Produced an information and training kit to heighten awareness of Usher Syndrome.
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PRESIDENT’S REPORT
It is my pleasure to present the 2005 annual report to our members and supporters. My report will comment on specific areas of the Deaf S o c i e t y ’ s o p e r a t i o n s d u r i n g the year. I encourage you to read
the following reports which will provide you with highlights of the year under review as well as additional information about our services and programs.
91st Annual General Meeting
The Deaf Society’s Articles of Association were amended by special resolution at an extraordinary general meeting held on 27 November 2004. These amendments will ensure we continue to comply with the Corporations Law 2001; reflect our commitment to encourage Deaf participation on the Board and allow the greater use of technology in conducting business. Copies of the amended Memorandum and Articles of Association have been circulated to members and are available on request.
At the 91st annual general meeting which followed, Stewart McClay and Jane Innes were re-elected for three year terms. Nicolas Jarvis, a corporate relations and public affairs specialist, appointed to fill a casual vacancy in October 2004, was also elected.
Jitka Navratil, first elected in 2001, did not stand for an additional term due to family commitments. I would like to place on record the Society’s sincere appreciation to Jitka in recognition of her contributions to the Board during her term of office. Dr Adam Schembri, who holds a doctorate in Auslan Linguistics and is also a qualified Auslan interpreter, was invited to join the Board to fill a casual vacancy in August 2005.
Adam will stand for election at the 2005 annual general meeting.
Corporate Governance
A foremost challenge in managing a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing services to the Deaf Community is balancing community service objectives with business objectives. We need to achieve ongoing financial stability as well as delivering services and programs.
Good corporate governance assists us to achieve our outcomes and meet our obligations. It also provides for more transparent decision making and improves accountability to our many stakeholders, including members, service users, staff, donors and supporters and government authorities.
The Society’s Board composition aims to ensure Directors have the right mix of skills necessary to manage the Society’s affairs. These skills include key functional areas such as finance, legal, marketing, fundraising, education and training, service management as well as Deafness. Achieving this mix of skills can be a major challenge and on occasions Directors may seek independent specialist advice on particular matters.
The Deaf Society recognises the importance of client representation at all levels in our organisation and we continue to encourage interested Deaf people to nominate for positions on the Board. However, it is also important to have people on the Board who are independent of the Society in order to provide balanced objective representation. This assists in ensuring that decisions are made in the best interests of all stakeholders and not purely on an emotive basis.
The role of a director of a not-for-profit organisation is a varied and complex one. Directors are assisted in undertaking their roles and responsibilities by the provision of well documented policies and procedures. We believe that the tone set by Directors and management has a major influence on the integrity, ethics and values of the Society and Directors are encouraged to complete annual integrity statements and self appraisals.
During the year the Board met every two months to address many issues which required time, thought and effort and I wish to thank my colleagues for the many hours they have devoted to the affairs of the Deaf Society, and for the great assistance they have rendered me, the staff and the Deaf Community of New South Wales.
Financial Results for the Year
One of the main goals of the Directors and staff of the Society is to work together to ensure positive financial results. I am pleased to report that the Deaf Society achieved an operating surplus of $523,714 this financial year. Financial reports on pages f1 to f16, provide detailed information on where our funds came from and how we utilised them.
The Board of Directors is most appreciative of the generous contributions from our supporters who helped us achieve this result. We would also like to acknowledge the efforts of the Executive Directors and our staff for their efforts in constraining costs while continuing to provide effective and efficient services.
Taking us forward
One of the chief responsibilities of the Board of Management is to set overall strategies so that the Deaf Society continues to be recognised as a key resource and service provider for the Deaf Community.
Our current Strategic Plan for 2004-2007 focuses on capacity building and income management, raising the profile of the Society, ensuring the ongoing viability of our services and programs, developing partnerships with other organisations, staff development and corporate governance. Highlights on how well we achieved these goals during the year under review can be found on pages 6 and 7.
A major success story this year saw the successful lobbying, in partnership with the Deaf Community Association – Lismore, in achieving funding from the NSW Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care. This will enable the continuation of necessary and
Peter Brownlee,President.
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appropriate Deaf specialist services in the Northern Rivers region.
We commend the efforts of members of the Lismore Deaf Community and encourage Deaf people in other regional areas to join with us in working towards the establishment of locally based Deaf specialist services.
Acknowledgements
The Deaf Society’s ongoing success in providing services for members of the Deaf Community of NSW is assisted, in no small way, by the efforts of many people whose contributions include the donation of time, services and financial help.
I would like to thank my fellow Directors, who gave freely of their time and expertise, for their support and assistance during the year.
Our professional advisers also made a significant contribution to our efficient operations. I would like to express my thanks to Mr Tony Houen, Patterson Houen and Commins, the Society’s honorary solicitor, Mr Gerard Abrams of Benbow and Pike for his assistance with financial and accounting areas and Mr Nigel Weaver, Eclipse Asset Management for his expert advice with investment matters.
We are proud of our excellent record of service provision over the past 90 years and we aim to ensure the quality and availability of programs are maintained. Please contact us if you would like more information on any aspect of the Society’s work or have any suggestions on how we might better serve the Deaf Community of New South Wales.
Peter Brownlee,
President.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS’ REPORT
Many questions are raised when compiling a strategic plan. What do we want to achieve? Will the key objectives give direction to our organisation? Will the Plan create a purposeful working environment? Is there clear strategic focus that will enable staff, management
and consumers to share aligned values?
We believe the Deaf Society’s 2004-2007 Strategic Plan provides the necessary scope and direction to ensure that the much needed support programs required by our long term service users continue to be maintained. We also believe the Plan provides us with the opportunity to build on our strengths and take advantage of new opportunities to enhance and expand our existing service provision.
The Plan incorporates a restructuring process designed to streamline service provision and enable client needs to be met in a more holistic manner. The completion of Stage 1 of this restructure was delayed until June 2005, mainly due to the difficulty in attracting a suitable candidate for the newly created position of Manager of Client and Community Services.
There were many successes to be celebrated during 2004/2005. A strategic alliance was formed with the Deaf Education Network (DEN), an educational organisation providing a number of training programs for Deaf people, as well as Auslan classes for hearing people. During the year the Deaf Society provided management and accounting services for DEN in addition to office accommodation and training rooms at our Parramatta head office.
Rebecca Ladd and Sharon Everson.
ORGANISATIONALCHART
EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
INTERPRETING and COMMUNITY
RELATIONS
CLIENT and COMMUNITY SERVICES
EPSTEIN DEAFNESS FOUNDATION
and INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
HUMAN RESOURCES
FUNDRAISING and PUBLIC RELATIONS
BOARD OF MANAGEMENT
ADMINISTRATION and FINANCE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTORCORPORATE
EDUCATION and TRAINING
EXECUTIVE DIRECTORSERVICES
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The Deaf Society continues to sub-contract Auslan interpreters for medical assignments, as agreed in a Memorandum of Understanding with Wesley Mission Brisbane, whose National Auslan Booking and Payment Service (NABS) was the successful tenderer for government funding for this service. We also take part, as a member of the Australian Federation of Deaf Societies, in a reference group which provides feedback to NABS on the outcome of its service provision.
Government funding for this service saw our expenditure reduced by an estimated $60,000 this year, allowing additional spending on other vital services. The successful lobbying of the Federal Government to provide funding for Auslan interpreters for medical appointments encourages us to pursue our goal of achieving further funding for the provision of Auslan interpreters.
Following lengthy negotiations, funding from the NSW Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care was received for two services based in Lismore – Deaf Community Services and Family Peer Support Services. We would like to place on record our thanks to all the members of the Lismore Deaf Community for their passionate support for the continuation of their local services.
The Northern Rivers Service will continue to provide information, referral, support and advocacy for members of the Deaf Community and their families, community development support and assistance to people who are hearing and/or speech impaired. We believe the successful operation of this service will demonstrate to local, State and Federal Governments the significance in providing locally based services to the Deaf Community and lead to the establishment of local services in other regional areas.
The highlights achieved in the provision of family support services are featured on page 12. These successes could not have been accomplished without the skills, energy and enthusiasm of our staff across all departments.
This year saw successful submissions for a number of one-off projects. Many of these were sponsored by Parramatta City
Council, including the “Toughlove” project, designed to equip Deaf parents with the skills to manage challenging behaviour in adolescence; the production of the “Life after High School” booklet, a resource for Deaf school leavers; the continuation of a minor youth activities grant and “Talking Hands” in-home Auslan tutoring for disadvantaged families. Parramatta City Council also provided funds from the Parramatta Club and Toongabbie Bowling and Recreation Club under the Community Development Support Expenditure scheme to fund Auslan interpreters to help Deaf people access employment opportunities. We would like to place on record our thanks to Parramatta City Council for its ongoing support for the Society.
Other grants received for specific projects included funding from the National Prescribing Service and the Federation of Ethnic Communities Council of Australia to hold a Deaf Women’s Health Education and Wellness Forum. Support from Burwood RSL Club through the Community Development Support Expenditure scheme for the conduct of a Parents’ and Children’s Day as well as Triple P parenting training for both Deaf parents and hearing parents with Deaf children. Progress was made in increasing awareness and support for Deaf people with Usher Syndrome, a genetic condition which causes
mild to profound hearing loss from birth and progressive loss of sight due to Retinitis Pigmentosa, by way of grants from the Paul Newman Foundation and the Friends of Ace Support (FACES) program. Financial assistance from the NSW Department of Community Services assisted with the “Hands Over NSW” Aboriginal in-home AUSLAN tutoring and the respite enhancement projects.
Our thanks are extended to all these organisations, whose support enabled us to enhance our services.
Finally, we would like to place on records our thanks and congratulations to our staff for their tremendous efforts, particularly during the first stage of the restructuring process. We would also like to thank Peter Brownlee, President, and the members of the Board for their support during the year under review.
We look forward to working with the Board, staff and members of the Deaf Community in consolidating our achievements and meeting the challenges involved in realising the next stage of the Strategic Plan.
Rebecca Ladd
Executive Director – Services
Sharon Everson
Executive Director – Corporate
Lord Mayor David Borger, Parramatta City Council, receives a Certificate of Appreciation from the Deaf Society.
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STRATEGIC PLAN REVIEW IN BRIEF
OBJECTIVES 2004-2007
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS 2004/2005
PLANNED GOALS FOR 2005/2006
KEY INFLUENCES AND CHALLENGES 2005/2006
CAPACITY BUILDING AND INCOME MANAGEMENT
- ensure continuing financial viability of the Deaf Society
Complied with all funding agreements.
Secured funding for additional one-off projects totalling $37,529.
Secured recurrent funding totalling $67,095.
Secured donation of Microsoft software.
Secured sponsorship from IBM for VRI equipment.
Increased appeals and donations by 6%.
Continue to comply with funding agreements.
Secure funding for one additional project.
Secure one corporate sponsorship opportunity.
Increase appeals and donations by 5%.
Remain up to date with changes to funding and reporting regulations.
Time involved in submission preparation.
Competing requests for government funding.
Competing number of requests to major corporations from non-profit sector.
Competing requests from many charities, particularly in time of major international disasters.
PROFILE OF THE ORGANISATION
- increase the awareness of the Deaf Society’s programs and services
11 positive media reports.
10% increase in referrals.
7% increase in membership.
Develop media releases focusing on positive, newsworthy issues relating to Deafness and the Deaf Community.
Increase referrals by 5%.
Increase membership by 5%
Difficulty in attracting media interest in Deafness.
Evaluate current methods of service promotion.
- increase the awareness of Government and private service providers about the needs of Deaf people
Delivered Deafness Awareness Training (DAT) to 6 key government departments.
DSNSW represented on 3 government committees.
Deliver DAT to 6 key government departments.
Representation on 3 government committees.
Additional marketing will require an increased outlay of funds.
Keep a watching brief for opportunities to promote Deafness to government agencies and committees.
SERVICE DEVELOPMENT - ensure the ongoing viability of
the Society’s key services and programs
Stage 1 of restructure completed June 2005.
5 community consultations held to collect stakeholder feedback.
Review Stage 2 of planned restructure.
Hold 5 community consultations throughout metro and regional areas.
Supporting all stakeholders during the restructuring process.
Review feedback from clients to assist evaluation of current and proposed services.
SPECIALIST SUPPORT AREAS
- increase awareness about Usher Syndrome (a genetic condition which causes mild to profound hearing loss from birth and progressive loss of sight due to Retinitis Pigmentosa)
Developed training package and information kit for both the Deaf and wider communities.
Update and distribute information kit.
Research and identify funding sources to expand Usher support services.
Additional funding and support is required to enable the NSW Ushers Support Network to operate independently in the future.
- ensure Deaf women are able to access health information and services.
Facilitated a Deaf Women’s Health and Wellness Forum.
Held 2 workshops on women’s health issues.
Deliver 2 workshops on women’s health issues.
Ensure that workshops are made available to women in regional areas.
- enhance the availability of activities and support for Deaf youth
Published resource booklet for Deaf school leavers.
Held 6 activities during the year.
Undertake a review of current activities.
Provide access to 4 activities based on outcome of needs assessment.
Difficulty in identifying key locations for activities due to decentralisation of young Deaf people.
- provide a responsive service to Deaf people who have mental health issues.
Commenced negotiations with Westmead Children’s Hospital Dept of Psychological Medicine interpreting and support service.
Collaborated with Aust Federation of Deaf Societies on a submission to the Select Committee on Mental Health.
Finalise negotiations with Westmead Children’s Hospital.
Establish links with mental health practitioners who have Deaf specific skills.
Review of the Select Committee on Mental Health may provide additional funding opportunities.
- promote the best interests of Deaf young people living in out-of-home care
Negotiated for continued funding for specialist Deaf support workers for 2004/2005.
Support staff and clients following transfer of specialist support staff to the lead agency from October 2005.
Need to review care and provide continued advocacy for young Deaf people living in out-of-home care.
INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS
- provide support and training to enhance the independence of Deaf people with disabilities or who require extra assistance
Produced ILSP policies in plain English.
Produce ILSP policies in visual format using Auslan.
Negotiations with video production companies will commence following script preparation.
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OBJECTIVES 2004-2007
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS 2004/2005
PLANNED GOALS FOR 2005/2006
KEY INFLUENCES AND CHALLENGES 2005/2006
EARLY INTERVENTION AND FAMILY SUPPORT
- provide holistic information and support to both Deaf parents and hearing parents with Deaf children.
Developed and distributed print information on children’s flexible respite, baby cry alarm borrowing scheme and parenting support groups.
Captioned key video resource.
Develop an information package for parents of newly diagnosed deaf children.
Identify and train key staff to deliver the package.
Need to ensure that information contained in packages offers an array of choices.
Investigate the use of parent to parent mentoring as part of information delivery.
Provided 2 terms of the Auslan Heritage School.
Provide 2 terms of the Auslan Heritage School.
Ensure continuing interest by providing classes at all levels, from beginners to advanced.
REGIONAL AND REMOTE SERVICES - facilitate access to services
by Deaf Communities and individuals living in regional and remote areas.
Successfully negotiated for recurrent funding for 2 regional services based in Lismore.
Continue to operate Northern Rivers service in line with funding agreements.
Establish an additional locally based outreach service in one key regional location.
Seek to build alliances and partnerships with Deaf people living in regional areas in order to establish locally based services.
Made 21 visits to regional areas. Make 18 regional visits. Identify methods to enhance support in regional areas.
INTERPRETING - provide a quality, financially
viable interpreting service
Auslan interpreters for medical appointments funded by the Commonwealth Government from January 2005
Lobby Government to provide funding for 1 additional Auslan interpreting service.
Initial focus will be on achieving funding for Auslan interpreters for employment situations.
16% increase in assignments. 5% increase in assignments. Investigate updated computer software to improve service delivery.
EMPLOYMENT
- assist Deaf people to obtain and maintain employment
34 jobseekers assisted.
20 placements secured.
Assist 20 jobseekers.
Achieve 20 placements.
Monitor the effects of funding changes on our existing program.
Source funding opportunities for Auslan interpreters in employment situations.
EDUCATION - facilitate the development
of better education for Deaf students
Made one submission to NSW Dept of Education and Training re provision of Auslan interpreters in schools.
Produce 2 position papers/submissions.
Continue to liaise with NSW Dept of Education and Training to address the issues involved in Deaf education.
Conducted 14 community education workshops.
Conduct 6 community education workshops.
Review suitability of current education opportunities.
Investigate access for training in regional areas.
PARTNERSHIPS WITH OTHER ORGANISATIONS
- develop partnerships with external service agencies to expand services
Established an alliance with the Deaf Education Network resulting in provision of management and accounting services and office and training accommodation.
Established partnership with Rivendell Parenting Programs to deliver Triple P Parenting Courses.
Continue to strengthen our alliance with DEN.
Establish 2 additional partnerships with external agencies.
Actively seek, identify and approach agencies, particularly in regional areas, to help the Society achieve our goals.
STAFF SUPPORT AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - ensure that all staff are proficient
and that the Deaf Society is regarded as an employer of choice
Provided 4 opportunities for in-house training.
Established annual career, professional development and planning form and training register as part of staff appraisal review.
Conducted an independent OH&S audit of the Parramatta office.
Provide 4 opportunities for in-house training.
Complete review of Staff Appraisal System.
Conduct independent OH&S audits of the Lismore and Newcastle branches.
Continue to monitor and review human resources issues for all staff, including training and support needs.
Maintain, review and address OH&S issues.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE - ensure that management
operates in compliance with current legislation.
Updated the Memorandum and Articles of Association.
Endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office for GST concessions, FBT and income tax exemptions.
Ensure compliance with new financial accounting reporting standards.
Complete proposed amalgamation with Epstein Deafness Foundation.
New reporting standards will increase administration and accounting duties, particularly in the first reporting year.
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EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT
MISSION STATEMENT
To lead and manage the Deaf Society of NSW to achieve its objectives, the effective use of assets and the ongoing development of its people and capabilities.
To develop, direct and implement client services and community development strategies and activities that enable the Deaf Society of NSW to achieve all organisational goals.
WHO WE ARE
The Executive Director – Corporate and the Executive Director - Services.
WHAT WE DO
Support the operations of the Board of Directors.
Ensure compliance with legal and corporate requirements.
Focus on the continuing financial viability of the Deaf Society.
Review and update strategies and policies in order to achieve the objectives of the Society.
Manage the development, promotion, delivery and quality of programs and services.
Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with government and external organisations.
Manage human resources, including implementation of staff appraisal systems and promotion of professional development.
HIGHLIGHTS DURING 2004/2005
Signed a memorandum of understanding with Wesley Mission Brisbane, National Auslan Booking and Payment Service (NABS) to subcontract Auslan interpreters for medical assignments on a fee for service basis.
Established a key alliance with the Deaf Education Network (DEN), including management and accounting service provision.
Completed stage one of the 2004-2007 Strategic Plan.
Achieved a financial surplus of $523,714 for the year.
Secured funding for one-off projects totalling $37,529.
Secured funding for re-current projects totalling $67,095.
Updated the Society’s Memorandum and Articles of Association.
Conducted the inaugural Be Cool Fingerspelling Bee for primary aged students.
KEY INFLUENCES AND CHALLENGES FOR 2005/2006
1. Stage two of the Strategic Plan will involve managing competing priorities and will require ongoing review and possible modification.
2. Challenges involved in maintaining commitment and enthusiasm from all stakeholders during stage two of the Strategic Plan.
3. Developing effective partnership and building alliances with external agencies places increased pressure on existing workloads.
4. Challenges in recruiting staff with the required skills, knowledge and experience who are bi-lingual in Auslan/English.
5. Limited funding opportunities, particularly for ongoing programs.
KEY STRATEGIES FOR 2005/2006
1. Monitor the 2004–2007 strategic plan, regularly assessing implications of possible changes in the economic and political climate, amendments to government funding policies and threats and opportunities which may arise.
2. Provide regular progress reports to all stakeholders, including Board members, clients, staff and members of the Deaf Community to keep them abreast of advances in achieving key goals in the Strategic Plan and evaluate their feedback to ensure our goals remain relevant to their needs.
3. Evaluate more efficient ways of providing services to external key strategic partners.
4. Focus on targeting appropriate personnel who possess the required competencies and continue to provide training and support for employees who may require additional Auslan or English language skills.
5. Investigate potential avenues to achieve additional funding, including joint ventures and operation of pilot programs, which will increase our ability to implement new initiatives.
2004/2005 2003/2004 2002/2003 2001/2002
Commonwealth and State grants $1,342,724 $1,171,079 $919,373 $747,226
One-off project funding $37,529 $19,481 $25,197 $11,398
Total income $2,688,161 $617,910 $475,996 $520,826
Total expenditure $2,164,447 $189,545 $114,163 $112,417
Total surplus $523,714 $428,365 $331,833 $408,409
Bequests received $569,133 $308,810 $419,644 $5,035
STATISTICAL AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION
The Executives and Senior Staff.
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OUR STAFF
Deaf Society staff performed a myriad of tasks which enabled the Deaf Society to achieve positive outcomes for Deaf people and their families. The contributions made by staff, whether full-time, part-time or on short term casual contracts, are very much appreciated. We remain confident we can rely on their efforts in helping the Deaf Society to achieve the future goals of the 2004-2007 Strategic Plan.
STAFF MEMBERS DURING THE YEARQualifications and Additional Contributions
Sue Atherton JP, NAATI Paraprofessional Accreditation, Diploma in Interpreting,
Statement of Attainment in Medical Terminology Administration Assistant • Member, The Deaf Society of NSW • Member, Australian Sign Language,
Interpreters Association (NSW) (ASLIA (NSW)
Naomijo Barber Employment Officer
Craig Bishop Regional Services Co-ordinator, Northern Rivers
Donia Boumansour Deaf Support Worker
Chevoy Brown NAATI Interpreter Accreditation - Interpreter
Sandra Carroll BA (Welfare Studies), NAATI Paraprofessional Accreditation, Cert IV Frontline
Management, Cert IV Assessment and Workplace Training Senior Services Development Officer • Member, NSWAD • Member, ASLIA • Member, ATOD • Member, DEN, Management Council
Lyn Condon Casual Receptionist
Michelle Corbett BComm, NAATI Paraprofessional Accreditation Co-ordinator - Community Education and Employment • Member, Deaf Society of NSW
Margaret Craig Deaf Support Worker
Veronica de Ferrari BA Psychobiology, BA (Adult) Education, MA (Adult) Education,
Cert IV Frontline Management, Cert IV Workplace Leadership Co-ordinator Employment Services • Member, Australian Human Resource Institute
Tarcia de Wit NAATI Paraprofessional Accreditation - Interpreter
Sarah Dearlove Cert III Community Services (Disabilities) Cert I, II and III in Auslan Community Worker
Thuy Van Do Community Access Worker • Member, Deaf Society of NSW • Deafblind Relay Interpreter
Sharon Everson JP, Diploma in Community Management,
Cert IV Assessment and Workplace Training Executive Director – Corporate • Member, Australian Association of Company Directors • Member, Australian Institute of Management
Albert Fam BEconomics MBA – Accounts Clerk
Michael Flately Deaf Support Worker
Danielle Fried BA (Govt), Postgraduate Dip in Auslan/English Interpreting, NAATI Interpreter
Accreditation, Cert IV in Assessment and Workplace Training Co-ordinator - Community Relations and Interpreting • Member, ASLIA (NSW) • State Representative, ASLIA National
Amanda Galea Cert II & III Auslan, Statement of Attainment Welfare Clerical Assistant
Nicole Harris NAATI Paraprofessional Accreditation - Receptionist,
• Member - Deaf Society of NSW • First Aid Officer • Member - ASLIA (NSW)
Bader Haouam Deaf Support Worker
Kristen Hingerty Bachelor of Community Welfare, Dip Comm Services (Welfare), Cert IV in
Assessment and Workplace Training, Certificate in Interpreting (Deaf Relay), Cert IV in Business (Frontline Management), Certificate IV in Business (Human Resources) - Caseworker - Deaf Support
• Member, NSWAD • Member, AAD • Member, ATOD • Member, ASLIA (NSW) • Member, Deaf Society of NSW • NSW Youth Leader for AAD • Auslan Teacher, TAFE • Deafblind Relay Interpreter • Sessional Auslan Teacher, DEN
Alinta Howard Dip in Welfare Services, Cert III Auslan - Project Officer
Rebecca Ladd JP, Master of Management (Comm Man), BEd (Hons),
NAATI Interpreter Accreditation Executive Director - Services • Executive Member, ASLIA • Member, ASLIA NSW
Anna Mannix Bachelor of Arts, Cert II and III in Auslan, Cert IV in Assessment and
Workplace Training Employment Officer • First Aid Officer
Annette Lüders Cert II and III in Auslan Co-ordinator, Administration and Operations • Member - Deaf Society of NSW • Member - ASLIA (NSW) • Member - DEN
Venise McLachlan Interpreting Service Clerk
Lorraine Mulley Dip Comm Welfare - Community Worker • President, Campbelltown Deaf Netball Group • Player, Campbelltown Deaf Netball Group • Member, Australian Deaf Sports Association • Member, NSW Deaf Sports Association • Player, NSW Deaf Netball Team • Player, Australian Deaf Netball Team • Member / Leader Campbelltown Deaf Women’s Group
Stephen Nicholson Bachelor of Education (Adult Ed), Cert IV in Assessment and Workplace
Training - Senior Community Services Worker • Member, ASLIA NSW • Sessional Teacher, DEN and TAFE • Member, Deaf Society of NSW • Member, ACE • Deafblind Relay Interpreter
Alex Nyam Cert IV Website Production, Cert IV IT System Admin, Cert IV Website
Management, Cert IV Digital Media, Diploma Arch Technology, Mech Engineer IT Support Officer
Tania Otten Clerical Assistant • Member, Deaf Society of NSW
Katrina Pickup Deaf Support Worker
Jenny Rozsa Community Access Worker
Pam Seymour NAATI Paraprofessional Accreditation - Interpreter
Gerry Shearim NAATI Interpreter Accreditation, Cert IV Assessment and Workplace Training,
Dip Interpreting (Auslan)
Senior Community Access Worker
Mary Srbic Bachelor of Business (Accounting) - Accountant
David Stedman Deaf Support Worker
Sarla Thakkar Bookkeeping and Fin Skills Cert TAFE Accounts Assistant
Rosemary Thomas BSocStudies, Post Grad Dip Social Studies, Cert II Auslan Manager - Client and Community Services
Qing Wang Advanced Diploma Accountancy - Accounts Clerk
Peter Webster JP, Cert II, III and IV in Auslan, Cert IV in Workplace Assessment and Training Interpreting Services Clerk
Kellie Willenberg Cert II, III and IV in Auslan, NAATI Paraprofessional Accreditation Clerical Assistant
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This year saw the completion of the first stage of the restructure process identified as a key goal of the 2004-2007 Strategic Plan.
Rosemary Thomas was appointed Manager of the newly amalgamated Client and Community Services Department, which encompasses the community access and information service, independent living skills program, regional outreach and community development and the out of home care service. Welcome Rosemary!
The major focus of each team remains the same with staff now reporting to their newly appointed Manager. We believe that this structure will provide a more streamlined method of service delivery and enable client needs to be met in a more holistic manner.
Input from all departmental team members has been sought throughout the restructure process and departmental staff are to be commended for their flexibility and support during the process.
COMMUNITY ACCESS AND INFORMATION SERVICE
MISSION
To ensure Deaf people receive the same opportunities and have equal access to services and activities as do other members of the community.
WHO WE ARE
The CAIS team consists of two full-time and one part-time community worker, who are managed by the Manager of Client and Community Services. Staff involved in the out of home care service are also supervised by the Manager.
WHAT WE DO
Provide information, advocacy and support services to Deaf people and their families via our Drop In service, casework, counselling and community development activities.
Provide specialist consultation to service providers and government agencies in relation to Deafness issues.
Undertake special projects, following consultation with the Deaf Community, to address a particular need or issue affecting Deaf people.
Work in partnership with other agencies to provide services and offer programs targeting specific populations within the Deaf Community.
Work in partnership with another agency under contract with the NSW Department of Community Services to provide specialist Deaf support for Deaf children in an out-of-home care placement.
HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2004/2005
Recruited a manager for the newly amalgamated Client and Community Services Department.
Developed an information kit and training resource kit for the NSW Usher Support Network.
Conducted a further two terms of the Auslan Heritage School for Deaf children and their families.
INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS PROGRAM
MISSION
To provide support and training on a one-to-one basis to assist Deaf people who have disabilities or who require extra assistance to live as independently as possible.
WHO WE ARE
The ILSP team consists of a senior community access worker, one full-time and two part-time community access workers who report to the Manager – Client and Community Services.
WHAT WE DO
Provide specialist support services for clients who have additional needs to improve their access to the community.
Assist clients to live independently by helping them learn a variety of
skills, including cooking, budgeting, household management, travel training and social skills.
Encourage clients to access educational opportunities.
Enhance access to leisure activities for clients.
HIGHLIGHTS DURING 2004/2005
Produced a plain-English printed version of ILSP’s policies and procedures, launched in conjunction with a social event for clients and supporters.
Supported clients to attend a range of educational workshops.
Held four successful social activities for clients including visits to the Sydney Aquarium, two ten pin bowling events and a day trip to Manly by ferry.
Provided living skills assessment services to eight organisations in both the Sydney and Hunter regions.
Hosted two Deaf Society Open Days at the Parramatta office.
KEY INFLUENCES AND CHALLENGES FOR 2005/2006
1. Identify innovative methods to support and improve the lives of long term clients.
2. Ensuring staff maintain enthusiasm and commitment when client progress is often limited.
3. Challenges in meeting the needs of clients who live outside the metropolitan area.
4. Lack of past suitable educational opportunities impact on the capacity of clients to absorb and integrate new information.
5. Finding appropriate ways to deliver life important information suitable for clients.
CLIENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
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Co-ordinated six recreational activities for young Deaf and hearing impaired children during school holidays.
Conducted a Deaf Women’s Health and Wellness Forum.
Conducted a community consultation involving local Deaf Community members in planning future services for the Central Coast and Hunter regions.
KEY INFLUENCES AND CHALLENGES FOR 2005/2006
1. Improved awareness is required by external agencies about how to effectively meet the needs of Deaf people to increase access to generic services.
2. Movement in population has seen an increase in Deaf people moving to major regional areas of NSW.
3. Changing demographics are reflected in the growing number of older Deaf people.
4. Demonstrated need for increased service provision for young Deaf people.
5. Enhanced skills and increased workload are required by staff in delivering special projects in additional to casework duties.
KEY STRATEGIES FOR 2005/2006
1. Continue to develop relationships with other organisations in order to develop innovative service delivery methods and provide information to make their services more accessible.
2. Review current methods of service delivery to the Central Coast and Hunter regions.
3. Investigate methods of meeting the changing needs of Deaf people as they grow older.
4. Implement a needs analysis of Deaf high school students, in conjunction with schools.
5. Ensure staff are provided with training opportunities to increase their skills and monitor workloads to avoid staff fatigue.
Support to clients 2004/ 2005
2003/ 2004
2002/ 2003
2001/ 2002
Office visits 815 803 784 732
Home visits 475 323 366 314
Outside visits 502 496 486 477
Telephone/TTY/email/fax 8,322 7,841 7,638 7,309
TOTAL 10,114 9,456 9,274 8,832
Income 734,191 627,195 $403,337 $284,183
Expenditure 780,584 763,819 $557,288 $458,201
Surplus/(Deficit) $(46,393) $(136,624) $(153,951) $(174,018)
STATISTICAL AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Government support totalling $204,874 was received from the NSW Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care to assist with the operation of the community access and information service. The NSW Department of Community Services provided funding of $84,671 towards support of children, youth and families, with an additional amount from this Department totalling $382,676 received for providing Deaf specialist support for the out of home care program.
Rosemary Thomas Manager Client Community Services.
KEY STRATEGIES FOR 2005/2006
1. Assist clients to set goals and provide regular reviews and support their progress.
2. Provide opportunities for staff to work with different clients on a rotational basis and provide positive reinforcement about the improvements made to clients’ lives.
3. Establish additional partnerships with existing services in regional areas.
4. Identify suitable educational opportunities and encourage and motivate clients to access them.
5. Provide key information about ILSP’s policies and procedures in a visual format, using Auslan, to assist clients with limited language skills access program information.
STATISTICAL AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Support to Clients 2004/2005 2003/2004 2002/2003 2001/2002
Office visits 618 572 562 772
Home visits 794 724 701 356
Outside visits 573 691 685 525
Telephone/TTY contact 1,912 1,868 1,931 2,239
Total 3,897 3,855 3,879 3,892
Income $276,680 $265,921 $267,018 $232,291
Expenditure $301,030 $284,124 $295,418 $281,073
Surplus/(Deficit) $(24,350) $(18,203) $(28,400) $(48,782)
Government support of $276,680 was received from the NSW Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care to operate this project, which includes $48,890 received to provide services to an individual client.
Enjoying a day at the Beach.
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REGIONAL OUTREACH AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
MISSION
To ensure community services across New South Wales are available and accessible to Deaf people.
To operate a Deaf specialist resource and referral service in the Northern Rivers area.
WHO WE ARE
A regional services co-ordinator, based at Lismore, provides services to the Northern Rivers Deaf Community as well as making regional visits to the far north coast, the Coffs Coast, Casino, Tamworth and Armidale.
A development officer is responsible for the provision of outreach and community development services to Deaf people living in other regional areas of the State. She also develops pilot programs with a focus on early intervention and family support.
Other departmental staff work collaboratively with these co-ordinators,
who are supervised by the Manager – Client and Community Services.
WHAT WE DO
Develop strategies to better meet the needs of core groups within the Deaf Community who require additional support, such as people with mental health issues and indigenous Australians.
Provide Deaf specific services in the Northern Rivers region.
Deliver outreach services to other key regional areas.
Establish and enhance relationships with local service providers and the Deaf Community in regional areas to better meet needs.
Provide holistic information and support to families including hearing parents of Deaf children and Deaf parents.
Liaise with the Deaf Community on service needs and issues, through community consultations, regional meetings and individual contact.
HIGHLIGHTS DURING 2004/2005
Received funding from the NSW Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care to operate a Deaf specialist service and a Family Peer Support Service for the Northern Rivers Deaf Community
Officially launched the Lismore service on 9 February 2005.
“Hands Over NSW” in-home Auslan tutoring assisted eight indigenous families with Deaf children and adolescents to improve communication.
Captioned the Triple P group resource DVD, “Every Parent’s Survival Guide” (with thanks to the Australian Caption Centre).
Launched a parents support group in Lismore.
Conducted a Respite Enhancement/Education program to assist parents of Deaf children and Deaf parents with disabled children to better access respite care.
FOCUS ON FAMILIES
Without doubt, parenting is one of life’s most rewarding experiences. Parenting can, however, prove more challenging for families affected by deafness.
Families with Deaf children are often unable to access sufficient information and support. Parents may feel isolated and lack contact with others in similar situations.
Lack of adequate Deaf specialist support services and ongoing access to early intervention and language development opportunities can place these families at risk
Parents with Deaf children often face numerous choices and many conflicting viewpoints when raising their children. We understand that parents want to explore all their options and we aim to provide supportive, unbiased and non-judgemental information.
Deaf parents with hearing children (over 95% of Deaf parents have hearing children) also face additional
Peer support can be positive. Racing ahead.
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Delivered training to more than 20 respite workers and carers throughout the Sydney metropolitan and Northern Rivers region.
Delivered tailored Triple P parenting courses.
Conducted a Parents’ and Children’s Day, incorporating a forum for parents and social activities for children.
Upgraded equipment for the Baby Cry Alarm Loan Program – currently 12 parents have borrowed equipment.
KEY INFLUENCES AND CHALLENGES FOR 2005/20061. Limited skills base within regional
Deaf Communities.
2. Lack of Deaf specific services and accessible generic community services in regional areas.
3. Rising costs in the price of fuel increases the expenses involved in visiting regional areas.
4. Improved early intervention and support is required to assist families affected by deafness.
5. Difficulties in encouraging members of minority communities who are Deaf and their families to access services.
KEY STRATEGIES FOR 2005/2006
1. Provide community education and development opportunities to increase the skills base within regional Deaf Communities especially in the areas of self-determination, self-advocacy and self-management.
2. Encourage and support members of regional Deaf Communities to lobby for additional services and increased accessibility for existing locally based generic services.
3. Monitor the costs involved in providing regional visits and source possible funding opportunities.
4. Continue to evaluate methods of improving support to families affected by Deafness, including provision of parenting skills workshops, Auslan acquisition programs and peer support groups.
5. Evaluate the suitability of current methods of service delivery to Deaf members of minority communities and their families.
STATISTICAL AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION
2004/2005 2003/2004 2002/2003 2001/2002
Visits to regional areas 21 19 21 18
Income $160,562 $117,194 $91,224 $63,927
Expenditure $213,365 $184,097 $113,022 $83,413
Surplus/(Deficit) $(52,803) $(66,903) $(21,798) $(19,486)
Government support totalling $67,095 was received from the NSW Department of Disability, Ageing and Home Care to assist with service provision in the Northern Rivers region. Funding from the NSW Department of Community Services enabled us to provide the “Hands Over NSW” Aboriginal in-home Auslan Tutoring - $29,022 and the Respite Enhancement program - $18,336.
challenges with parenting. Many of these parents communicate using Auslan and often face a language barrier when accessing mainstream parenting services and information.
The Deaf Society works in conjunction with other specialist agencies to adapt their existing programs for Deaf parents. Auslan interpreters are provided wherever necessary and we strive to ensure information and resources are tailored to make them more accessible for Deaf parents.
The Deaf Society’s family programs encompass a positive holistic approach to parenting involving multi-faceted components including information, support and Auslan language acquisition skills for the whole family. We also believe in utilising the power of peer support and information sharing for both hearing and Deaf parents.
Many of our projects were made possible by one-off funding. We constantly seek additional funding to enhance our services and enable us to create additional parenting resources.
Let’s chat over lunch. Aiming for a goal.
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Education Programs are tailored to the needs of our clients.
COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND INTERPRETING
MISSION
To provide high-quality Auslan/English interpreting services to the Deaf Community of NSW to ensure services are accessible to Deaf people.
To work with government agencies, other service providers, families and the Deaf Community to promote Deaf language and culture and advocate for change at a systems level.
WHO WE ARE
Our team comprises a full-time co-ordinator, booking officer and two part-time interpreters. We also administer a register of casual interpreters throughout the State (84 in the metropolitan area, 40 in rural/regional areas and 11 Sydney-based relay interpreters).
WHAT WE DO
Provide a responsive Auslan/English interpreting service so that Deaf and hearing people can communicate.
Provide a high standard of professional development and support for interpreters.
Liaise with external interpreting agencies to ensure quality services are maintained.
Advocate, inform and educate consumers on their rights and responsibilities.
Advocate, inform and educate service providers on their responsibilities to provide access for Deaf people.
Advocate for change at a systems level through either direct lobbying or on behalf of individual Deaf people or the entire Deaf Community.
Ensure the Deaf Society remains at the forefront of service provision for its constituents by contributing to research, providing information relating to Deafness and ensuring that we keep abreast of developments which may impact of the lives of Deaf people.
HIGHLIGHTS DURING 2004 / 2005
Funding for private medical assignments is now provided via the National Auslan Booking and Payment Service (NABS).
Our partnership with IBM made video remote interpreting (VRI) a reality and allows us to provide an on-demand service for IBM staff.
Overall number of interpreting assignments increased, despite the decrease in private medical appointments.
Thirteen new paraprofessional interpreters joined our register.
Eleven Deaf relay interpreters, who work with clients who have an intellectual or psychiatric disability, are Deafblind, or are recent migrants to Australia, have joined our register.
Introduced new pay rates for interpreters, based on academic qualifications as well as NAATI accreditation.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
MISSION
To provide education and information to Deaf youth and adults to enhance their opportunities and access to the community.
To provide training to both government and non-government sectors to increase awareness of Deafness and/or improve Deaf people’s accessibility to services.
WHO WE ARE
The Education and Training is administered by a part-time co-ordinator, with training workshops being facilitated by a number of sessional and casual educators, interpreters and support staff.
WHAT WE DO
Promote and encourage awareness of the benefits of further education and life-long learning among Deaf people.
Improve skills for Deaf people in the areas of self-determination, self-advocacy and self-management.
Generate increased awareness of deafness and hearing impairment by employers, government departments and other agencies.
Teach practical strategies and tips to facilitate Deaf/Hearing communication.
Provide experiential workshops simulating some of the barriers which Deaf people confront in daily living.
Produce quarterly editions of Hands On News, an informative newsletter, for the Deaf Community.
HIGHLIGHTS DURING 2004/2005
Developed a partnership with the Australian National Maritime Museum, leading to a number of successful Auslan-interpreted tours.
Circulation of Hands On News has risen to over 400, with many
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KEY INFLUENCES AND CHALLENGES FOR 2005/2006
1. Poor awareness by service providers, employers etc about legislative requirements to provide access for Deaf people.
2. Poor awareness by Deaf people about their rights and responsibilities relating to interpreting services.
3. Lack of funding for many significant assignments, including private legal and employment related situations.
4. Use of non-accredited interpreters in many situations by external agencies.
5. Demand for Auslan interpreters constantly outstrips supply.
KEY STRATEGIES FOR 2005/2006
1. Promote awareness to service providers and employers of Deaf people about their obligations and responsibilities to provide Auslan interpreters.
2. Promote awareness to members of the Deaf Community about their rights to interpreter provision.
3. Continue to lobby for funding for unfunded interpreting services, particularly for legal and employment situations.
4. Encourage service providers to use qualified Auslan interpreters.
5. Provide a tailored mentoring program to support interpreters to upgrade their qualifications and encourage Auslan students and unaccredited
practitioners to choose Auslan interpreting as a career.
subscribers receiving their newsletter electronically.
Conducted a workshop for young Deaf people on sexual health, which included relay interpreting services for Deaf students with language delay.
Conducted our first workshop on the Central Coast.
Presented 82 deafness awareness training sessions across New South Wales.
KEY INFLUENCES AND CHALLENGES FOR 2005/2006
1. Difficulty in contacting all members of Deaf Community.
2. Scheduling events to suit clients and ensure staff availability.
3. Shortage of suitably qualified Deafness Awareness Training presenters.
4. Limited ability to offer educational workshops in regional areas.
5. Limited funds restrict marketing for training programs.
KEY STRATEGIES FOR 2005/2006
1. Research various options to improve promotion of educational opportunities.
2. Evaluate current scheduling of events and review locations and times to ensure maximum participation.
3. Identify potential Deafness Awareness Trainers and provide support and skills development opportunities to enable them to gain qualifications.
4. Establish partnerships with training bodies in regional areas with a view to tailoring their existing programs for Deaf people.
5. Research methods of more cost effective marketing, including electronic advertising.
2004/2005 2003/2004 2002/2003 2001/2002
DAT workshops 82 23 22 26
CEP training and tours 14 12 4 9
Hands On published 4 2 – –
Income $83,149 $76,374 $77,106 $56,066
Expenditure $91,304 $88,522 $82,829 $75,818
Surplus (Deficit) $(8,155) $(12,148) $(5,723) $(19,752)
Funding totalling $67,024 from the NSW Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care helped offset the expenses incurred in operating the community education program.
STATISTICAL AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Auslan, the key to successful communication.
Interpreting assignments during the year
2004/ 2005
2003/ 2004
2002/ 2003
2001/ 2002
Fee for service 1,621 1,243 1,060 876
Medical interpreting (includes NABS bookings for Jan–June 2005)
975 1,012 979 776
No fee 203 156 190 174
Total 2,799 2,411 2,229 1,826
Income $364,854 $265,413 $206,648 $186,248
Expenditure $299,681 $309,595 $271,542 $217,237
Surplus (Deficit) $65,173 $(44,182)$(64,894)$(30,989)
It should be noted that from January 2005 the Deaf Society has been reimbursed for the provision of Auslan interpreters for medical assignments and funding of $73,980 was received from the NSW Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care to assist with the operation of this program.
STATISTICAL AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION
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EMPLOYMENT SERVICE
MISSION
To assist Deaf people to access employment and vocational training opportunities.
WHO WE ARE
The Employment Service consists of a co-ordinator who supervises two employment officers (one full-time and one part-time) and manages the Case Based Funding program.
WHAT WE DO
We provide free employment assistance to Deaf and hearing impaired people who are either unemployed or are already working but are seeking alternative employment.
We provide assistance with career guidance, skills assessment, development and improvement of job seeking and interview skills. We help prepare and update resumes.
We also market and promote our clients to prospective employers as well as provide support for clients during job interviews.
We offer post employment support such as assistance and monitoring of clients’ progress during induction process, education of employers and work colleagues on the needs of Deaf employees and provision of NAATI accredited Auslan interpreters.
HIGHLIGHTS DURING 2004/2005
Achieved ongoing accreditation of the employment service.
Implemented the new Case Based Funding model for all clients.
Achieved employment placement targets required by the funding body.
Developed an employment resource booklet for Deaf young people living in the metropolitan area.
Provided “Think Jobs” workshops for clients.
Reviewed and adapted policies and procedures to ensure compliance with DEWR system.
Jobs In Jeopardy – provide assistance and support to clients who are at risk of losing their jobs.
A successful jobseeker - happy at work.
ADMINISTRATION
MISSION
To provide high quality administration, financial and human resource services to all Deaf Society departments to enable effective and efficient customer service delivery.
WHO WE ARE
The Administration team consists of a full-time co-ordinator, a receptionist and two part-time accounts clerks. We also utilise casual IT support staff and clerical assistants when required.
WHAT WE DO
Provide accounting, administrative and human resource services across all Deaf Society departments.
Maintain office supplies, equipment and fleet vehicles.
Provide staff with IT support and training.
Respond to requests and queries from consumers through a variety of means.
Keep forms and information produced by the Deaf Society updated and readily accessible.
Ensure that OH&S, Privacy and Confidentiality requirements are met.
Organise professional training and development for all staff.
HIGHLIGHTS DURING 2004/2005
Installation of new hardware and software, generously donated by Microsoft Australia, increased both the speed and capacity of our IT system.
Upgraded software enabled computer remote access for staff – especially important for our regional branches.
Organised an independent OH&S audit of the Parramatta office to ensure staff are working in a risk free environment.
Organised a highly successful community consultation and family barbecue in October 2004 to celebrate National Week of Deaf People.
Designed better methods, including use of electronic forms, to increase efficiency in key administration support functions, such as payroll and petty cash.
The Administration Team provides support to all Departments.
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KEY INFLUENCES AND CHALLENGES FOR 2005/2006
1. Challenges in managing additional requirements following the transition to the Department of Employment and Workplace Relation’s IT system and the revised Case Based Funding model.
2. Possibility of reduced funding resulting from the transfer to a new funding model.
3. Future recurrent and growth funding will be provided based on a tender process.
4. Additional development and application of strategies are required to resolve the barriers to employment which are particular to Deaf jobseekers
5. Increased financial burden in supplying Auslan interpreters for employment situations.
KEY STRATEGIES FOR 2005/2006
1. Review and update the policies and procedures manual to ensure service viability and compliance with the Federal Government Welfare to Work Reform, DEWR guidelines and Centrelink requirements.
2. Continue budget projections and monitoring to evaluate the financial impact of the new employment model.
3. Participate in all tender opportunities to ensure financial sustainability.
4. Evaluate methods to help our clients bridge identified barriers to employment experienced by Deaf people.
5. Participate in the Workplace Modification Scheme pilot program for funded interpreters scheduled for late 2005
STATISTICAL AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION
2004/ 2005
2003/ 2004
2002/ 2003
2001/ 2002
Clients assisted to obtain or maintain employment
20 27 24 17
Total clients 34 45 35 41
Income $133,366 $143,285 $126,948 $128,436
Expenditure $151,920 $143,285 $126,948 $128,436
Result for the year $(18,554) – – –
Government support totalling $113,605 was received from the Commonwealth Department of Family and Community Services via block funding with an additional $19,761 received via Case Based Funding.
KEY INFLUENCES AND CHALLENGES FOR 2005/2006
1. Ensure available information is accurate and useful to customers.
2. Ensure that information is available in a variety of easily accessible modes and in suitable formats for all consumers.
3. Expanding service delivery programs place increasing demands on a small support staff.
4. Challenges in keeping pace with technology.
5. Challenges in remaining compliant with changes to legislation, in particular OH&S and industrial relations reform.
KEY STRATEGIES FOR 2005/2006
1. Review key referral information and information request statistics on a quarterly basis and amend when necessary.
2. Review capacity of current web-site and upgrade software to enable information to be made available in Auslan for Deaf clients.
3. Monitor workloads and work practices to ensure an adequate staffing level is maintained to enable effective administration support.
4. Investigate new technology which will increase efficiency by improving communication access for both Deaf and hearing staff.
5. Attend training opportunities to ensure we remain abreast of changes to legislation which affect staff and ensure policies and procedures are reviewed to ensure we remain compliant.
STATISTICAL AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Requests for information continued to grow during the year with over 3,100 people contacting us by telephone. Enquiries via email grew to 1,600 and customers also contacted us by TTY (telephone typewriter) and fax.
The cost of providing administrative support is expensed across all program areas.
Admin staff - always eager to help.
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Employment Practices
As an equal opportunity employer we are proud that Deaf people are employed at all levels in our organisation. Deaf people are encouraged to apply for vacancies and some positions are targeted to the Deaf Community as part of our affirmative action policy.
All Deaf Society staff are expected to have or develop knowledge of Deaf Culture and the Deaf Community and respect the rights of Deaf people. We operate a bi-lingual workplace where both Auslan and English are used and staff are supported and encouraged to acquire Auslan skills as well as to develop written English skills. Auslan interpreters are always provided for both internal and external meetings and training courses.
The Deaf Society has implemented a number of technological modifications to our workplace including special telephones and accessories, flashing light visual alarms and caption decoders.
An Employee Assistance Program, offered in conjunction with Unifam Counselling and Mediation Service (Unifam), is available for staff who may wish to talk confidentially with a professional counsellor about areas of concern, including critical incidents in the workplace.
A FAQ sheet on “Deaf-friendly Work Practices” is available by contacting the Society. We encourage other employers of Deaf people to emulate these practices and improve the accessibility of their workplaces.
Staff Training and Development
The Deaf Society believes an organisation’s strength is measured by the expertise, professionalism, passion and commitment of its staff. Staff are encouraged to identify training and development opportunities which will enhance their skills and improve specialist knowledge in key areas such as child abuse, family support, legal and advocacy.
During the year staff attended a number of external training opportunities including computer
accounting and financial skills training, occupational health and safety training, assessment and workplace training, frontline management, understanding newborn screening, mental illness, child protection, social role valorisation, systems advocacy, therapeutic crisis intervention, trauma and compassion fatigue, employment skills for clients and managing aggressive and violent behaviour. A number of staff also attended Auslan certificate courses and interpreter accreditation preparatory courses.
In-house development opportunities held during the year included developing an expression of interest, budgets, books and balance sheets, OH&S and ergonomics training, superannuation issues, critical incident management and relaxation techniques.
Staff were also sponsored to attend conferences including “Getting in Early” – Deaf Children and Hearing Screening Conference, Itinerant Teachers of the Deaf, 10th National Conference for the Welfare of the Child, Communication, Medicine and Ethics and Values, Ethnics and the Law in Medicine, ACROD Employment Conference, Empowering Participation Conference, Supporting Deaf People International Conference (on-line) and Mental Health, EDSA State Conference.
Study leave was provided to enable staff to gain formal qualifications to help with their work, including Bachelor of Adult Education, Diploma of Education and Bachelor of Interpreting (Auslan).
Superannuation
The Deaf Society contributed 9% of salary for all full and part-time staff who were eligible under award occupational superannuation schemes during the year. These contributions were paid into the Health Employees Superannuation Trust Australia (HESTA).
Industrial and Employee Relations
The Social and Community Services Employees (State) Award covers all Community Workers and Community and Social Educators.
Clerical staff are covered by the Clerical and Administrative Employees (State) Award and the Employment Officers are employed under the Community Employment, Training and Support Services (Federal) Award. Staff not covered by awards have their conditions of employment agreed to by contracts of employment.
Industrial and employee relations continued to be harmonious, with no days lost to industrial disputes.
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
The Deaf Society of NSW has a strong commitment to occupational health and safety. In order to ensure the health and safety of all staff OH&S audits are conducted on a monthly basis and policies designed to address risk areas are reviewed and amended as necessary.
Feedback from Vero, our workers compensation insurers, was that for an organisation of comparable size and considering the type of work undertaken, the number of incidents and reported claims were viewed in the low end of what is considered average.
During the year there were eight injuries, with one resultant workers compensation claim. Although most of our work is carried out in a relatively safe environment the majority of injuries involved staff employed in a residential program. An independent risk assessment was conducted during the year to help identify and address the safety needs required in operating this program.
During the year an independent OH&S safety audit, including individual ergonomic assessment of workstations, was held at the Society’s head office.
Procedures have been put in place to minimise risks to staff working in regional locations, such as reducing physical isolation by locating with other agencies or in dedicated office accommodation where other staff are readily available.
Regional staff are regularly contacted by phone and email. Trials have also been held using webcam as a communication tool. We aim to strengthen connections with regular face to face meetings
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2004/2005 2003/2004 2002/2003 2001/2002 2000/2001
Full-time Part-time Full-time Part-time Full-time Part-time Full-time Part-time Full-time Part-time
Executive 2 - 2 - 2 - 2 - 2 -
Administration 3 1 2 3 2 3 2 3 2 2
Access, Information & Support 8 5 6 11 6 5 8 2 8 1
Interpreting 2 2 2 3 2 1 2 2 2 1
Education, Training and Employment 2 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1
Total 17 11 14 19 14 11 16 9 16 5
Salaries and Wages $1,478,579 $1,254,778 $1,150,254 $970,357 $818,514
Workers’ Compensation $46,410 $52,560 $36,436 $28,089 $16,979
Superannuation $123,067 $114,876 $78,987 $62,326 $70,634
Total $1,648,056 $1,422,214 $1,265,677 $1,060,772 $906,127
Total Expenditure $2,164,447 $1,962,987 $1,591,210 $1,360,582 $1,196,730
Percentage of Total Expenditure 76% 73% 79.5% 78% 76%
Number of Permanent Employees
and participation in combined staff forums.
Safety issues for staff providing outreach services have been assessed and policies and procedures covering long distance travel and fatigue management have been developed. All Deaf Society cars have ABS brakes, air bags and those used for long distance travel are equipped with cruise control. Fleet cars are regularly serviced to ensure safety standards are maintained.
VOLUNTEERS
The success of many of the Society’s programs often relies on the assistance provided by volunteers. Members of our honorary Board of Directors provided skilled management and guidance of our organisation. Assistance with legal matters was generously given by Tony Houen, Patterson Houen and Commins, our honorary solicitor.
Many Deaf people acted as sighted guides on outings which made it possible for Deafblind people to access these occasions. Deaf people also assisted at various
community activities, such as the community consultation and barbecue and the Auslan Heritage School.
Our staff often played a dual role, giving up their personal time to assist outside their normal working hours, performing such varied roles as Deaf relay interpreting,
childminding and teaching and tutoring.
We would like to place on record our sincere appreciation for the assistance given by all our dedicated staff and volunteers. We hope we can rely on your support in the future.
The Deaf Society Team.
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HONORARY TREASURER’S REPORT
Overview
Fellow members, it is my pleasure to report to you, as Honorary Treasurer, that the Deaf Society has again recorded an operating surplus. This year the operating surplus for the Deaf Society totalled $523,714 and the consolidated operating surplus for the Deaf Society and the Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW) totalled $539,712.
This is a particularly good result, given the many demands on the Society’s resources and services. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our staff for their hard work and dedication in helping achieve this outcome.
This year’s positive result secures a solid financial base for our current activities and provides the opportunity for future initiatives and growth.
The financial summaries set out on pages 22 and 23 give an analysis of total income and expenditure for the year, a record of the Society’s healthy financial results for the past five years as well as highlighting how funds were utilised.
The audited statements set out on pages f3 to f14 provide more detailed financial information about our operations during the year.
Services and Programs
Our services are client focussed, often involving direct one to one support, resulting in consistently high staffing costs. This year our employment expenses totalled 76% of operating expenditure.
The Deaf Society is fortunate to receive 50% of our funding from government sources, however we rely on our own income to offset the remainder of operating expenses.
Commonwealth Government funding totalled $133,366 (5%
of total income) which provided financial support for the employment service. This year saw changes to the employment services funding model following the transfer of responsibility for funding to the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. We will continue to evaluate the financial implications of our employment service following the transfer. We
will also continue to lobby for funding for interpreting services in employment situations.
NSW State Government funding totalled $1,204,358 (45% of total income), including recurrent funding via the NSW Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care for a number of our core programs, including the community access and information service, independent living skills, community relations and community education. Recurrent funding agreements were also signed with this Department for two Deaf specific services in the Northern Rivers region from 1 July 2005.
The NSW Department of Community Services provided recurrent funding for the detached family worker as well as one-off funding for the Hands Over NSW Aboriginal in-home tutoring and respite care education and enhancement. Our contract with the NSW Department of Community Services to provide specialist support for Deaf children in out of home care will cease in October 2005. It is anticipated that the Deaf Society will continue to provide fee for service advice
and support following the transfer of Deaf specialist staff to the lead agency.
The Deaf Society was fortunate to receive a number of one-off grants during the year which totalled $37,529 (1.5% of total income). We would like to thank the Parramatta City Council, Friends of Ace Support (FACES) program, the Paul Newman Foundation, Burwood RSL
Club, Parramatta Club and Toongabbie RSL Club and the National Prescribing Service and the Federation of Ethnic Communities Council of Australia for their support.
Fees for service totalled $528,406 (19.5% of total income). From 1 January 2005 we were finally able to recoup the expenses incurred in providing Auslan interpreting services in medical situations which resulted in this healthy increase. We will focus on maintaining these excellent results.
During the year $1,394,542 (65.5% of all expenses) was spent on the provision of information, access and support services; $299,681 (9% of all expenses) on interpreting services; $286,959 (13% of all expenses) on education and training programs.
As with similar organisations, the Society has a responsibility to ensure that grants received from funding bodies are utilised for their intended purpose. In addition, we must make certain that all financial and legal obligations required by legislation and governing the operations of companies and charitable bodies are adhered to fully. Attention to these areas ensures that the Society continues to function on a sound financial basis and operates legally. This year we complied with all necessary service agreements to achieve recurrent funding.
Fundraising
This year income from donations and appeals was $35,524 (1.5% of total income). This is an
Reviewing the accounts - (l to r) Gerard Abrams, Auditor; Peter Brownlee, President and Stewart McClay, Treasurer.
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excellent result for an organisation whose fundraising expenditure was $14,579 (less than 0.5% of total expenditure).
During the year we were fortunate to receive amounts totalling $569,133 from bequests.
It is a very special person who makes a commitment to the work of the Deaf Society by remembering us in their will. All amounts received from estates are treated as significant income, reported after the operating surplus, and invested to provide perpetual income.
We would like to express our sincere appreciation to our long time supporters who make regular contributions every year to assist in our endeavours. Financial support was also received through corporate donations and from members of Women’s Bowling Clubs throughout New South Wales who continued to provide financial assistance for our services. We hope that this support will continue in the future.
Investments and Grants from Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW)
Our investment strategy, revised in 2003, provided both growth in our investment base and increased our investment income by 17%. Investment income totalled $417,719 (15.5% of total income). No significant changes to our existing investment policy or strategies were recommended by the audit committee, who completed a review in June, in collaboration with Nigel Weaver, our investment advisor.
The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW), established in 1990 to recognise a generous bequest from
the late Mr and Mrs Epstein, continued to hold investments on behalf of the Deaf Society under a Deed of Trust.
During the year Foundation investment income totalled $332,975 and grants from the Foundation totalling $326,143 (11% of total income) were transferred to the Deaf Society. This assisted to offset expenses for programs which were not funded from other sources.
As part of this year’s audit process, Directors reviewed the practicalities of operating the Foundation as a separate, but controlled, entity. It is likely that the Foundation and Deaf Society will amalgamate next financial year resulting in a reduction of administrative, accounting and management fees. We will continue to commemorate the Epstein’s legacy by ensuring that the Epstein name remains linked to our investment division title.
Statement of Financial Position
The detailed statement of financial position as at 30 June 2005 on pages 22 and 23 reflects the Deaf Society’s financially sound position. Our ratio of assets to liabilities at year end totalled 10:1. Total equity as at 30 June 2005 was $7,766,001, with assets totalling $8,618,994 and liabilities totalling $852,993.
Having healthy reserves, which can only be used for the objectives of the Deaf Society, enables the continuation of vital services even in times of potential economic downturn.
Corporate Governance and Compliancy Issues
One of the Board’s key tasks is to focus on financial management which ensures continued growth in income, containment of operating costs and improvements to overall efficiency in service delivery.
This year the audit committee provided additional assistance to executive staff, monitored and assessed the control and management of financial risks, reviewed
our investment policy and evaluated financial reporting methods to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The committee also liaised with the external auditor in preparation for the transition to the Australian Equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards (AIFRS) next financial year. The impact of the AIRFS key material differences to the Society’s accounting policies can be found on page ___ of the detailed financial reports.
The Deaf Society met the new Australian Taxation Office requirements for charities and we were issued our endorsements for income tax, GST and FBT exemptions in July 2005. These exemptions offer significant savings to our operations.
The Future
In common with other non-profit service organisations, the Society relies heavily on its own income to deliver quality services and the major focus of Directors is to ensure the Society’s financial sustainability. We want to build on our current financial capacity so we can continue to operate our existing services as well as improve our capability to address future demands. This is increasingly important as we seek to meet the challenges involved in implementing stage two of the Strategic Plan.
We will strive to maintain surpluses and avoid losses to enable us to preserve and grow our investments. Additionally we will continue to monitor and manage investments to maximise our income.
In closing, I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge once more the assistance given by contributors and supporters who made generous donations during the year, the Commonwealth and State Governments who provided funding for our programs, and to our members for their ongoing support.
Stewart McClay
BAcc, CA (Scot), CA (Aust) FAICD
Honorary Treasurer
The Board of Directors meets every second month.
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INCOME EXPENDITURE
SERVICE AREA $ % SERVICE AREA $ %
Body Corporate 817,661 30 Body Corporate 168,686 8
Fundraising 43,718 2 Fundraising 14,579 0.5
Information, Access & Support
1,201,678 45 Information, Access & Support
1,394,542 65.5
Interpreting 364,854 13 Interpreting 299,681 13
Education, Training, Employment
260,250 10 Education, Training, Employment
286,959 13
Total 2,688,161 100 Total 2,164,447 100
TABLE 3
2004/2005 SUMMARY OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE AS A PERCENTAGE OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE BY SERVICE AREA
TABLE 12004/2005 ANALYSIS OF OPERATING INCOME BY SOURCE AND COST CENTRE
INCOME TOTAL C’WEALTH NSW SUNDRY FEE FOR APPEALS INVEST EPSTEIN SUNDRY
STATE GRANTS SERVICE DONATIONS DEAF FDN
Body Corporate 817,661 - - 98,887 - 409,988 288,545 20,241
Fundraising 43,718 - - - 35,524 7,731 - 463
Information, Access & Support
Sydney and Regional 175,534 - 175,534 - - - - -
Hunter Region 47,501 - 29,340 - - - 18,161
Northern Rivers Region 67,095 - 67,095 - - - - -
Detached Family Worker 84,671 - 84,671 - - -
Independent Living Skills 227,790 - 227,790 - - - - -
Community Relations 73,980 - 73,980 - - - - -
325 Funding 48,890 - 48,890 - - - - - Regional Outreach/Comm Development 93,467 - 47,358 37,529 5,286 - 3,294
Out of Home Care Program 382,750 - 382,676 - 74
Interpreting Services 364,854 - - 364,854 - - - -
Education, Training & EmploymentStaff Support/Program Development 43,735 - - 43,254 - - - 481
Community Education Program 67,024 - 67,024 - - - - -
Deafness Awareness Training 16,125 - - 16,125 - - - -
Employment Program 113,605 113,605 - - - - - -
Case Based Funding Trial 19,761 19,761 - - - - - -
Total 2,688,161 133,366 1,204,358 37,529 528,406 35,524 417,719 310,000 21,259
Percentage 100 5 45 1.5 19.5 1.5 15.5 11 1
EXPENDITURE 2004/2005 %
Body Corporate 168,686 8
Fundraising 14,579 0.5
Information, Access & Support
Sydney and Regional 248,572 11
Hunter Region 58,062 2.5
Northern Rivers Region 67,095 3
Detached Family Worker 84,671 4
Independent Living Skills 252,140 12
Community Relations 95,797 4.5
325 Funding 48,890 2
Community Worker Older People 10,295 0.5
Regional Outreach/Comm Development 146,270 7
Out of Home Care Program 382,750 18
Interpreting Services 299,681 14
Education, Training & Employment
Staff Support/Program Development 43,735 2
Community Education Program 77,264 3.5
Deafness Awareness Training 14,040 0.5
Employment Program 132,159 6
Case Based Funding Trial 19,761 1
Total 2,164,447 100
TABLE 22004/2005 ANALYSIS OF OPERATING EXPENDITURE
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EXPENDITURE 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001
Body Corporate 168,686 162,840 133,526 102,911 100,444
Fundraising 14,579 11,065 10,638 9,506 5,703
Information, Access and Support
Sydney and Regional 248,572 258,212 260,048 235,305 215,672
Hunter Region 58,062 82,412 79,781 104,158 98,728
Northern Rivers Region 67,095 - - - -
Detached Family Worker 84,671 82,039 83,688 73,668 71,961
Independent Living Skills 252,140 237,979 249,117 241,582 233,819
Community Relations 95,797 96,175 95,636 83,413 75,703
325 Funding 48,890 46,145 46,301 39,491 39,028
Community Worker Older People 10,295 15,172 25,744 30,152 24,513
Deaf Mothers’ Support Network - - 19,727 11,398
Regional Outreach/Comm Development 146,270 87,922 17,386 - -
Out of Home Care Program 382,750 325,984 85,524 - -
Interpreting Services 299,681 309,595 271,541 217,237 119,988
Education, Training and Employment
Staff Support/Program Development 43,735 15,640 2,776 - -
Community Education Program 77,264 78,054 73,159 75,818 78,787
Deafness Awareness Training 14,040 10,468 9,670 7,507 14,022
Employment Program 132,159 121,336 108,325 108,636 105,713
Case Based Funding Trial 19,761 21,949 18,623 19,800 12,650
Total 2,164,447 1,962,987 1,591,210 1,360,582 1,196,730
INCOME 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001
Body Corporate 817,661 581,865 428,281 485,265 642,965
Fundraising 43,718 33,182 47,716 35,561 24,919
Information, Access & Support
Sydney and Regional 175,534 171,522 169,342 153,664 147,328
Hunter Region 47,501 47,650 42,280 45,453 44,581
Northern Rivers Region 67,095
Detached Family Worker 84,671 82,039 83,688 73,668 69,925
Independent Living Skills 227,790 219,776 220,717 192,800 189,919
Community Relations 73,980 73,271 73,838 63,927 62,637
325 Funding 48,890 46,145 46,301 39,491 39,028
Community Worker Older People - - - - -
Deaf Mothers’ Support Network - - 19,727 11,398 -
Regional Outreach/Comm Development 93,467 43,923 17,386 - -
Out of Home Care Program 382,750 325,984 85,524 - -
Interpreting Services 364,854 265,413 206,647 186,248 69,899
Education, Training & Employment
Staff Support/Program Development 43,735 2,858 2,776 - -
Community Education Program 67,024 65,715 66,288 56,055 55,404
Deafness Awareness Training 16,125 10,659 10,818 12,439 9,701
Employment Program 113,605 121,336 108,325 108,636 105,713
Case Based Funding Trial 19,761 21,949 18,623 19,800 12,650
Sub Total 2,688,161 2,113,287 1,648,277 1,484,405 1,474,669
Operating Surplus 523,714 150,300 57,067 123,823 277,939
Total 2,164,447 1,962,987 1,591,210 1,360,582 1,196,730
TABLE 4 – FINANCIAL SUMMARY FOR THE LAST FIVE YEARS
NET SURPLUS FROM $ %
Body Corporate 648,976 80
Fundraising 29,139 4
Interpreting - Fee for Service 125,172 15.5
Deafness Awareness Training 2,085 0.5
Total 805,372 100
TABLE 5 – USE OF NET DISPOSABLE INCOME BY SERVICE AREA - 2004/2005
Less Operating Deficits by Service Area $ %
Access, Information & Support 192,864 68
Medical Interpreting (no fee) 60,000 21
Education, Training, Employment 28,794 11
Sub total 281,658 100
Surplus 523,714
Total 805,372
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MAJOR DONATIONS
D AndrewsF AspinallAustralian Textile Clothing & Footwear UnionD BallJ BaxterV BearD BeaverP BenderP BendryH BennellA BerbariH BicketBoorowa CouncilD BrightB BubaczA W Bryne EquityH CadellB CalderI CampbellV CaradusN CarruthersG CarterN ColefaxE CollingsL and I CollinsC CooperE CrispM CunninghamH CulpitD CurtinD DavisM DayaoE Der ZwaggT De SaveE DeardenA DickerF DruceO DunkR EarnshawEast Maitland Women’s Bowling Club
J EdgarEsta Investments Pty LtdB FergusonE FinckhJ FitzpatrickFradam Pty LtdM FurnerR GarrardR GlendhillB GlockemannJ GoozeeM GreenE GreigP GriffinJ HarlandD HendersonG HendersonA HertzbergHillscroft Printing ServiceR HowsonA HynesL JohnsonD JohnstonK JonesP KeastH LearoydB LemonA and L LennV LittleM MacarthurH McCartneyJ McDonaldT McKayI McNairI Mensdorff-PouillyR MewburnR MilesA MilstonN MilstonF MueckeP MuirJ Mulder
E MurrayF O’LearyM ParkerM PerieraJ PetersenK PigramF PorterS RaeM ReddingA ReeveJ RoachE RossR RossleighD RouvrayThe Salzer GroupG SavageN ScottD ShultzR SmartE SouthwellL StewartTDK Australia Pty LtdJ TuckwellTumbarumba Women’s Bowling ClubF VioR WallisS WatsonC WheatleyMichael and Mary Whelan TrustA WhittleC WilhelmJ WillisG WirrellR WoodV Young
DEFERRED GIVING
- Philanthropy in life can benefit in perpetuity
The Society is indeed fortunate that many benefactors, after providing for their family and close ones, choose to make a bequest to the Deaf Society. This help can make a real difference to Deaf people and their families.
One such example is the generous bequest made by the late Mr and Mrs Epstein which led to the establishment of the Epstein Deafness Foundation in 1990. Funds from this Foundation continue to provide support for our services and programs.
If you are contemplating a bequest to either the Deaf Society or the Epstein Deafness Foundation and would like advice, please contact the Bequest Liaison Secretary in complete confidence on (02) 9893-8555.
The Society was fortunate to receive legacies from the undermentioned estates during the year.
BEQUESTS AND LEGACIES
Estate late Myrtle Henderson
Estate late Stella Di Marco
Estate late Marion Thompson
Estate late Stella Waugh
Estate late Gwendoline West
CELEBRATING OVER 90 YEARS OF WORKING WITH AND FOR THE DEAF COMMUNITY OF NEW SOUTH WALES
The Deaf Society’s success in providing quality services to the Deaf Community for more than 90 years has been due, in no small part, to the financial help given by our committed supporters.
Many of our supporters, including members of Women’s Bowling Clubs throughout the State, have proven their loyalty and dedication to the Society by continuing their financial contributions over many years.
We would like to place on record our thanks and appreciation to our supporters whose assistance enables us to enhance our service provision and to provide new programs for Deaf people and their families.
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DIRECTORS’ REPORT
Your directors present their report of the chief entity and its controlled entity for the financial year ended 30 June, 2005.
DirectorsThe names of the directors in office at any time during or since the end of the year are:George Michael Barbouttis, Peter Owen Brownlee, Anthony Alan Gorringe, Alexandra Anne Lindsay Hynes, Jane Innes, Nicolas Jarvis (elected 27 November, 2004), Stephen Matchett, Stewart Anthony McClay, Jitka Navratil (resigned 27 November, 2004), Susanne Alexandra Rae and Adam Schembri (appointed 19 July, 2005).
Company SecretarySharon Everson acted as company secretary throughout the year and held the position at the end of the year. Ms Everson has worked for The Deaf Society of New South Wales for the past 28 years in accounting and management roles. Ms Everson was appointed company secretary on 25 October, 1999.
Principal ActivitiesThe activity of the economic entity constituted by the Society and the entity it controls, The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW), in the course of the financial year was the provision of services to Deaf people. There has been no significant change in the nature of this activity during the year.
Operating ResultThe net amount of the consolidated profit before significant items, for the financial year was $539,712. The net amount of the consolidated profit, after significant items for the financial year was $1,108,845.
Review of OperationsDuring the year the Society continued to provide counselling and interpreting services, community development, education programs for both the Deaf and hearing communities and independent living skills
training for Deaf people, as well as those who have a disability and employment support programs.Funding for all of the above activities came from appeals, donations, investment income, fees for services rendered, grants and subsidies from State and Commonwealth Governments.In addition, income generated from the payment of grants to The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW) is transferred from the Foundation to the Society on a regular basis for use by the Society in carrying out its activities.
Financial PositionThe net assets of the economic entity have increased by $1,473,845 from 30 June, 2004 to $11,769,057 in 2005. This increase has resulted from improved returns from and an increase in value of the economic entity’s investments. The directors believe the economic entity is in a strong and stable financial position to maintain its current operations.
Significant Changes in the State of AffairsNo significant change in the state of affairs of the Society occurred during the financial year.
Events Subsequent to Balance DateNo matters or circumstances have arisen since the end of the financial year which significantly affected or may significantly affect the operations of the economic entity, the results of those operations, or the state of affairs of the economic entity in financial years subsequent to the financial year ended 30 June.
Likely DevelopmentsThe Society will continue to maintain current services and programs and as part of their proposals for activities to be undertaken in 2005/2006 to ensure that Deaf people achieve their full rights and fulfil their responsibilities as Australian citizens. The provision of these services will continue to rely on subsidies from the State and Commonwealth Governments, income from investments, fees for services rendered and income from donations, appeals and bequests.The Society, as part of its commitment to ensuring that Deaf people gain access to community based support services, will continue to utilise its resources to undertake community support and development in regional and rural areas of New South Wales.The Society will continue to examine the use of its resources, through research and development, to ensure that it fulfils its commitment to the Deaf Community of NSW.
Environmental IssuesThe economic entity’s operations are not regulated by any significant environmental regulation under a law of the Commonwealth or of a State or Territory.
Information on DirectorsGeorge Michael Barbouttis OAM F.C.A., F.C.P.A., Dip. Commerce
* Chartered Accountant* Member of the Board since 1982* Director, The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW)
Directors’ Report
The Deaf Society of New South WalesABN 21 952 195 236A company limited by guarantee
and controlled entity
The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW)ABN 42 053 841 464A company limited by guarantee
Financial Report for the year ended 30 June 2005
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Peter Owen Brownlee M.A. (Sydney) F.R.H.S. (UK)
* Consultant* Member of the Board since 1985* Elected Chairman of the Board November, 1996* Director, The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW)
Anthony Alan Gorringe JP NIA Assoc. Dip. in Business
* Finance Officer – Greater-Western Area Health Service
* Member of the Board since 1995* Chairman - Deaf Lawn Bowls NSW* Administrator - Deaf Lawn Bowls Australia* Committee Member – Orange City Men’s Bowling
Club* Director, The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW)
Alexandra Anne Lindsay Hynes* Director/Executive Chairperson* Member of the Board since 1989* Co-founder of the Australian Caption Centre* Director, Australian Caption Centre* Director, The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW)
Jane Innes BEc, LLB, LLM (Hons)
* Legal Consultant* Member of the Board since 2003* Trustee, Lionel Murphy Foundation* Director, The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW)
Nicolas Jarvis BA (Adelaide)
* Public Relations Consultant* Elected to the Board in 2004* Director, The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW)
Stephen Matchett PhD (Sydney) BA (Hons) Grad. Dip. Marketing
* Writer* Member of the Board since 2000* Director, International Grammar, Sydney* Member, Sydney West Marketing* Director, The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW)
Stewart Anthony McClay CA (Scot), CA (Aust)FAICD BAcc (Glasgow)
* Chartered Accountant* Member of the Board since 1999* Honorary Treasurer * Director, The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW)
Susanne Alexandra Rae MA (NY) DipEd, BA (Syd)
* Educational Administrator* Member of the Board since 2000* Director, The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW)
Adam Schembri BA,DipEd,MLitt,PhD
* Researcher* Appointed to the Board in July, 2005* Director, The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW)
Directors’ MeetingsDuring the financial year, 6 meetings of directors were held. Attendances were:
Number eligible Number to attend attended
George Michael Barbouttis 6 4Peter Owen Brownlee 6 4Anthony Alan Gorringe 6 6Alexandra Anne Lindsay Hynes 6 5Jane Innes 6 6
Nicolas Jarvis 4 4Stephen Matchett 6 4Stewart Anthony McClay 6 4Jitka Navratil 2 0Susanne Alexandra Rae 6 4
Indemnifying Officer or AuditorThe Society has not, during or since the financial year, in respect of any person who is or has been an officer or auditor of the Society or a related body indemnified or made any relevant agreement for indemnifying against a liability incurred as an officer, including costs and expenses in successfully defending legal proceedings.During or since the financial year the Society has paid premiums to insure each of the following persons against liabilities for costs and expenses incurred by them in defending any legal proceedings arising out of their conduct while acting in the capacity as an officer of the Society, other than conduct involving a wilful breach of duty in relation to the Society. The amount of the premium was $582 for each person.
G. Barbouttis, P. Brownlee, A. Gorringe, A. Hynes, J. Innes, N. Jarvis, S. Matchett, S. McClay, J. Navratil, S. Rae, A. Schembri, R. Ladd and S. Everson.
Directors’ and Executive Officers’ EmolumentsSince the end of the previous financial year, no director has received or become entitled to receive a benefit (other than a benefit included in the aggregate amount of emoluments received or receivable by directors shown in the notes to the consolidated accounts or the fixed salary of a full time employee of the Society) by reason of a contract made by the Society or the Foundation or a related corporation with a director or with a firm of which he is a member, or with a company in which he has a substantial financial interest. The emoluments of the two Executive Officers are detailed in the notes to the consolidated accounts.
Proceedings on Behalf of CompanyNo person has applied for leave of Court to bring proceedings on behalf of the Society or intervene in any proceedings to which the Society is a party for the purpose of taking responsibility on behalf of the Society for all or any part of those proceedings. The Society was not a party to any such proceedings during the year.
Auditor’s Independence ReportThe auditor’s independence declaration for the year ended 30 June 2005 has been received and can be found on page f3 of the financial report.This report is made and signed in accordance with a resolution of the directors.
P. O. Brownlee S. A. McClayDirector Director
Sydney, 22 August, 2005
Directors’ Report
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AUDITOR’S INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION
UNDER SECTION 370C OF THE CORPORATIONS ACT 2001TO THE DIRECTORS
I declare that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, during the year ended 30 June, 2005 there have been:
(i) no contraventions of the auditor independence requirements as set out in the Corporations Act 2001 in relation to the audit; and(ii) no contraventions of any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the audit.
Benbow & Pike G. J. AbramsChartered Accountants Partner13/263 Alfred Street (North)North Sydney NSW 2060 Sydney, 22 August, 2005
INDEPENDENT AUDIT REPORT TO THE MEMBERS
ScopeWe have audited the financial report of The Deaf Society of New South Wales and of the economic entity for the financial year ended 30 June, 2005 as set out on pages f3 - f14.The financial report includes the consolidated financial statements of the consolidated entity comprising the Society and The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW). The Society’s directors are responsible for the financial report. We have conducted an independent audit of this financial report in order to express an opinion on it to the members of the Society.Our audit has been conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards to provide reasonable assurance as to whether the financial report is free of material misstatement. Our procedures included examination, on a test basis, of evidence supporting the amounts and other disclosures in the financial report, and the evaluation of accounting policies and significant accounting estimates. These procedures have been undertaken to form an opinion as to whether, in all material respects, the financial report is presented fairly in accordance with Accounting Standards and other mandatory professional reporting requirements in Australia and statutory requirements so as to present a view of the Society and of the economic entity which is consistent with our understanding of their financial position and performance as represented by the results of their operations and cash flows.The audit opinion expressed in this report has been formed on the above basis.
Audit OpinionIn our opinion the financial report of The Deaf Society of New South Wales and the economic entity is in accordance with:
(a) the Corporations Act 2001, including:
(i) giving a true and fair view of the Society’s and the economic entity’s financial position as at 30 June, 2005 and of their performance for the year ended on that date; and (ii) complying with Accounting Standards in Australia and the Corporations Regulations 2001; and
(b) other mandatory professional reporting requirements in Australia.
We also report that:(a) the financial statements show a true and fair view of the financial result of fundraising appeals conducted during the year(b) the accounting and associated records have been properly kept during the year in accordance with the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 and the Regulations(c) money received as a result of fundraising appeals conducted during the year has been properly accounted for and applied in accordance with the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 and the Regulations and;(d) at the date of this report, there are reasonable grounds to believe that the company will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due.
Benbow & Pike G. J. AbramsChartered Accountants Partner13/263 Alfred Street (North)North Sydney NSW 2060 Sydney, 22 August, 2005
DIRECTORS’ DECLARATION
The directors of The Deaf Society of New South Wales declare that:
1. the financial statements and notes, as set out on pages f4 - f14, are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 and:
a) comply with Accounting Standards and the Corporations Regulations 2001; and
b) give a true and fair view of the financial position as at 30 June, 2005 and of the performance for the year ended on that date of the Society and economic entity;
2. in the directors’ opinion there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Society will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due.
This declaration is made in accordance with a resolution of the Board of Directors.
P. O. Brownlee S. A.McClayDirector DirectorSydney, 22 August, 2005
Directors’ D
eclarationIndependent A
udit Report to the Mem
bers
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCEFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2005
Deaf Society and Epstein Deafness Foundation
Consolidated
Deaf Society
2005 $
2004$
2005 $
2004$
CLASSIFICATION OF EXPEN S ES BY NATURE
Revenues from ordinary activities 2 2,720,302 2,192,632 2,688,161 2,135,239
Employee benefits expense 1,648,056 1,526,369 1,648,056 1,526,369
Depreciation expense 53,889 80,728 53,889 80,728
Other expenses from ordinary activities 478,645 398,733 462,502 377,842
Profit from ordinary activities before significant items 539,712 186,802 523,714 150,300
Significant items 2 569,133 303,810 569,133 303,810
Net profit 1,108,845 490,612 1,092,847 454,110
Retained profits at the beginning of the financial year 5,835,259 5,344,647 1,848,201 1,394,091
Retained profits at the end of the financial year 6,944,104 5,835,259 2,941,048 1,848,201
Statement of Financial Perform
ance
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.
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2005 $
2004 $
2005 $
2004$
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash 17 853,995 822,793 746,536 589,962
Receivables 5 414,270 330,348 617,280 637,910
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 1,268,265 1,153,141 1,363,816 1,227,872
NON–CURRENT ASSETS
Receivables 5 191,647 241,147 191,647 241,147
Other Financial Assets 6 9,152,028 7,873,984 5,068,634 3,827,417
Property, plant and equipment 7 1,994,897 1,605,978 1,994,897 1,605,978
TOTAL NON–CURRENT ASSETS 11,338,572 9,721,109 7,255,178 5,674,542
TOTAL ASSETS 12,606,837 10,874,250 8,618,994 6,902,414
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Payables 8 506,451 306,794 521,664 322,016
Provisions 9 224,137 180,827 224,137 180,827
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 730,588 487,621 745,801 502,843
NON–CURRENT LIABILITIES
Provisions 9 107,192 91,417 107,192 91,417
TOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES 107,192 91,417 107,192 91,417
TOTAL LIABILITIES 837,780 579,038 852,993 594,260
NET ASSETS 11,769,057 10,295,212 7,766,001 6,308,154
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITIONAS AT 30 JUNE 2005
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.
EQUITY
Reserves 10 4,824,953 4,459,953 4,824,953 4,459,953
Retained profits 6,944,104 5,835,259 2,941,048 1,848,201
TOTAL EQUITY 11,769,057 10,295,212 7,766,001 6,308,154
Leasing Commitments 11
Statement of Financial Position
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Deaf Society and Epstein Deafness Foundation
Consolidated
Deaf Society
2005 $
2004 $
2005 $
2004$
Statement of C
ash Flows
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWSFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2005
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Receipts from activities 694,537 475,483 514,830 475,483
Payments to suppliers and employees (2,168,835) (1,825,947) (1,972,985) (1,803,922)
Interest, dividends and distributions received 487,568 451,082 257,589 257,652
Bequests 569,133 328,810 569,133 328,810
Grants and subsidies received 1,478,408 1,185,169 1,478,408 1,185,169
Grants/(Payments) – The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW) - - 383,926 (119,251)
Net cash provided/(used in) operating activities 16 1,060,811 614,597 1,230,901 323,941
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Payment for property, plant and equipment (125,987) (174,414) (125,987) (174,414)
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment 47,227 121,050 47,227 121,050
Purchase of investments (1,196,819) (7,825,221) (1,196,808) (3,787,310)
Proceeds from sale of investments 196,470 7,569,310 151,741 3,710,044
Proceeds from Mullauna Village 49,500 205,500 49,500 205,500
Net cash provided/(used in) investing activities (1,029,609) (103,775) (1,074,327) 74,870
Net (decrease)/increase in cash held 31,202 510,822 156,574 398,811
Cash at the beginning of the financial year 822,793 311,971 589,962 191,151
Cash at the end of the financial year 17 853,995 822,793 746,536 589,962
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.
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1. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of AccountingThe financial report is a general purpose financial report that has been prepared in accordance with Accounting Standards, Urgent Issues Group Consensus Views and other authoritative pronouncements of the Australian Accounting Standards Board, the Corporations Act 2001 and the NSW Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 and Regulations. The financial report has been prepared on an accruals basis and is based on historical costs and does not take into account changing money values or, except where stated, current valuations of non-current assets. Cost is based on the fair values of the consideration given in exchange for assets. The following is a summary of the significant accounting policies adopted by the economic entity in the preparation of the financial report. The accounting policies have been consistently applied, unless otherwise stated.
Principles of ConsolidationThe consolidated accounts comprise the accounts of The Deaf Society of New South Wales and The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW) a company limited by guarantee. Consolidated financial accounts have been prepared on the basis that the Society exercises control over the Foundation.The effects of all transactions between the entities have been eliminated in full.
Property, Plant and EquipmentFreehold land and buildings are carried in the accounts at independent valuation determined at 23 June, 2005. It is the policy of the economic entity to have an independent valuation every three years, with annual appraisals being made by the directors.No provision has been made in the accounts for the depreciation of buildings held for investment purposes.Furniture and fittings, office equipment and motor vehicles are carried in the accounts at cost less accumulated depreciation.The carrying amount of plant and equipment is reviewed annually by directors to ensure it is not in excess of the recoverable amount from these assets. The recoverable amount is assessed on the basis of the expected net cash flows which will be received from the assets employment and subsequent disposal. The expected net cash flows have not been discounted to their present values in determining recoverable amounts.The straight line method has been used to calculate depreciation on buildings, furniture and fittings, office equipment and motor vehicles so as to write off the original cost of the assets over their estimated useful lives.The depreciation rates used for each class of depreciable assets are:Class of fixed asset Depreciation rateFurniture and Fittings 10%Computing equipment 50%Office equipment 20%Motor Vehicles 15%
Capital Donations and BequestsDonations received for the specific redevelopment of certain properties have been treated as capital funds and set aside for use for that purpose.Bequests received have been treated as significant revenues and are reported after the operating surplus for the year.
Employee BenefitsProvision is made for the liability for employee benefits arising from services rendered by employees to balance date. Employee benefits expected to be settled within one year together with entitlements arising from wages and salaries and annual leave which will be settled after one year, have been measured at the amount expected to be paid when the liability is settled plus related on costs. Other employee benefits payable later than one year have been measured at the present value of the estimated future cash outflows to be made for those benefits.Contributions are made by the economic entity to employee superannuation funds and are charged as expenses when incurred.
Corporate StructureThe Deaf Society of New South Wales is a company limited by guarantee. In the event of the Society being wound up each member guarantees to contribute an amount not exceeding two dollars ($2.00) to the assets of the Society.
Income TaxThere is no income tax payable by the Society or the Foundation as they are exempt under the current provisions of Australian income tax legislation.
Goods and Services TaxRevenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST. Receivables and payables in the statement of financial position are shown inclusive of GST.
Comparative FiguresWhere required by Accounting Standards comparative figures have been adjusted to conform with changes in presentation for the current financial year.
Impact of Adoption of Australian Equivalents to International Financial Reporting StandardsThe Society is preparing and managing the transition to Australian Equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards (AIFRS) effective for the financial year commencing 1 January, 2005. The adoption of AIFRS will be reflected in the Society’s financial statements for the year ending 30 June, 2006. On first time adoption of AIFRS, comparatives for the financial year ended 30 June, 2005 are required to be restated. The majority of the AIFRS transitional adjustments will be made retrospectively against retained earnings at 1 July, 2004.The Society’s management, along with its auditors, has assessed the significance of the expected changes and is preparing for their implementation. The audit committee is overseeing and managing the Society’s transition to AIFRS. The impact of the alternative treatments and elections under AASB 1: First Time Adoption of Australian Equivalents to International
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2005
Notes to the Financial Statem
ents
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Notes to the Financial Statem
ents
Financial Reporting Standards has been considered where applicable.The directors are of the opinion that the key material differences in the Society’s accounting policies on conversion to AIFRS and the financial effect of these differences, where known, are as follows. (Users of the financial statements should note, however, that the amounts disclosed could change if there are any amendments by standard-setters to the current AIFRS or interpretation of the AIFRS requirements changes from the continuing work of the Society’s audit committee.)
Impairment of AssetsUnder AASB 136: Impairment of Assets, the recoverable amount of an asset is determined as the higher of fair value less costs to sell, and value in use. Value in use is determined as (i) the present value of the future cash flows expected to be derived from an asset or cash generating unit or (ii) the depreciated replacement cost of the asset, when the future economic benefits of an asset of a not-for-profit entity are not primarily dependent on the asset’s ability to generate net cash inflows. The current policy is outlined above under “Property plant and equipment”.The economic entity has reassessed its impairment testing policy and tested all assets for impairment as at 1 July, 2005 and has determined there is no material impact that will warrant an adjustment to retained earnings at 30 June 2005.
Investment PropertyUnder AASB 140: Investment Property, an economic entity shall choose as its accounting policy either the fair value or cost when measuring investment property. Where an economic entity has previously measured an investment property at fair value, it shall continue to measure the property at fair value. Changes to the fair value of an investment property shall be recognised in the profit and loss account for the period in which it arises. The current policy is to recognise the change to the market value directly to equity. Under AASB 140 an economic entity is encouraged but not required to determine the fair value of an
investment property on the basis of a valuation by an independent valuer who holds relevant professional qualifications and accordingly the Society will continue its policy outlined above under “Property plant and equipment”.
Non Current InvestmentsUnder AASB 139: Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement, financial assets are required to be classified into four categories, which determines the accounting treatment of the item. The categories and various treatments are:
Held to maturity – measured at amortised costHeld for trading – measured at fair value with unrealised gains or losses charged to the profit and lossLoans and receivables – measured at amortised cost Available for sale instruments – measured at fair value with unrealised gains or losses taken to equity
The Society’s financial assets comprise “Available for sale instruments”. Under AASB 139 Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement, the measurement of available for sale instruments at fair value differs to current accounting policy which measures non-current investments at cost, with an annual review by directors to ensure the carrying amounts are not in excess of the recoverable value of the instrument. The impact of the change is likely to increase the value of non-current “Other Financial Assets” in relation to “Available for sale instruments”.AASB 1 provides an election whereby the requirements of AASB 139 dealing with financial instruments are not required to be applied to the first AIFRS comparative year, and the first time adoption of this standard will apply from 1 July, 2005. The Society has decided that it will adopt this election and will not restate comparative information for the 30 June, 2005 financial year. The increase in equity of the economic entity in 2005 had this policy been adopted would have been $1,157,154.
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Deaf Society and Epstein Deafness Foundation
Consolidated
Deaf Society
2005 $
2004 $
2005 $
2004$2. PROFIT FROM
ORDINARY ACTIVITIES
Profit from ordinary activities has been determined after:
Expenses:Depreciation – furniture, fittings, office equipment and vehicles 53,889 80,728 53,889 80,728
Loss on sale of property, plant and equipment
951 - 951 -
Rent paid 203,173 140,048 203,173 140,048
Revenues:
Donations and appeals 35,524 32,550 35,524 32,550
Fees for service 448,347 337,205 448,347 337,205
Grants and subsidies 1,385,306 1,176,383 1,385,306 1,176,383
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2005
Grants – The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW) – – 310,000 217,350
Interest received or receivable
– Other persons 37,878 39,081 33,805 32,558
Distributions received 575,629 445,674 306,031 241,293
Dividends received 54,652 19,720 27,703 7,908
Imputation credit refund 82,535 46,663 50,180 29,801
Profit on sale of investments 20,085 35,165 10,919 -
Profit on sale of property, plant and equipment and investments - 6,652 - 6,652
Rent received 70,010 44,724 70,010 44,724
Other 10,336 8,815 10,336 8,815
2,720,302 2,192,632 2,688,161 2,135,239
Significant expenses/revenues:
Bequests received 569,133 303,810 569,133 303,810
569,133 303,810 569,133 303,810
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3. REMUNERATION AND RETIREMENT BENEFITS
Directors:No director of the Society or the Foundation receives any remuneration or retirement benefit except for the payment on their behalf of directors and officers liability premiums of $582 each.The names of directors of the Society who have held office during the year are G. Barbouttis, P. Brownlee, A. Gorringe, A. Hynes, J. Innes, N. Jarvis, S. Matchett,
S. McClay, J. Navratil, S. Rae and A. Schembri.
Executive Officers:
The total remuneration paid to S. Everson, Executive Director (Corporate Services) and R.Ladd, Executive Director (Client and Community Services) of the Society including superannuation contributions was in the band $130,000 to $140,000.
Deaf Society and Epstein Deafness Foundation
Consolidated
Deaf Society
2005 $
2005 $
2004 $
2004$
4. AUDITOR’S REMUNERATION
Amounts received or due and receivable by the auditors:
Auditing the accounts 18,000 17,100 15,400 14,700
Other Services 1,172 3,926 1,172 3,926
5. RECEIVABLES
CURRENT
Debtors and prepayments 414,270 230,348 617,280 537,910
Bills of exchange accepted and endorsed by the Commonwealth Bank of Australia
-
414,270
100,000
330,348
-
617,280
100,000
637,910
NON CURRENT
Mullauna Village Aged Care HostelAccomodation units - at cost
211,147 260,647 211,147 260,647
Less: Provision for non recovery 19,500 19,500 19,500 19,500
191,647 241,147 191,647 241,147
6. OTHER FINANCIAL ASSETS
Units in listed property trusts at cost Street Tracks Property Fund (market value: $2,827,938 2004: $2,637,129)
2,493,063 2,443,420 1,221,983 1,172,340
Units in unlisted unit trusts at cost Schroder Hybrid Securities Fund State Street Share Fund (market value: $5,932,524 2004: $4,519,974)
3,230,0002,029,336
5,259,336
2,380,0001,848,055
4,228,055
1,950,0001,103,853
3,053,853
1,100,000959,399
2,059,399
Shares in listed corporations - at cost (market value: $1,548,720 2004: $1,184,248) 1,399,629 1,202,509 792,798 595,678
9,152,028 7,873,984 5,068,634 3,827,417
Notes to the Financial Statem
ents
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2005
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Notes to the Financial Statem
entsDeaf Society and Epstein
Deafness Foundation Consolidated
Deaf Society
2005 $
2004 $
2005 $
2004$
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2005
7. PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
Land and buildings 1,735,000 1,370,000 1,735,000 1,370,000
Furniture, fittings, office equipment and motor vehicles 259,897 235,978 259,897 235,978
1,994,897 1,605,978 1,994,897 1,605,978
Land and buildingsConcord – at directors’ valuation as at 30 June, 2005 860,000 700,000 860,000 700,000
Seaforth – at directors’ valuation as at 30 June, 2005 875,000 670,000 875,000 670,000
Total land and buildings 1,735,000 1,370,000 1,735,000 1,370,000
Plant and EquipmentParramatta Office – at cost 142,872 129,099 142,872 129,099
Accumulated depreciation (124,540) (117,840) (124,540) (117,840)
18,332 11,259 18,332 11,259
Newcastle Office – at cost 10,564 20,363 10,564 20,363
Accumulated depreciation (10,564) (20,363) (10,564) (20,363)
- – - –
Office Equipment – at cost 144,744 141,694 144,744 141,694
Accumulated depreciation (105,464) (123,295) (105,464) (123,295)
39,280 18,399 39,280 18,399
Motor Vehicles – at cost 244,415 231,893 244,415 231,893
Accumulated depreciation (44,798) (25,573) (44,798) (25,573)
199,617 206,320 199,617 206,320
Northern Rivers - at cost 2,711 - 2,711 -
Accumulated depreciation (43) , (43) -
2,668 , 2,668 -
Total plant and equipment 259,897 235,978 259,897 235,978
The inependent valuation was carried out on 23 June, 2005 by James B Whealing FAPI, REIV (Aust), Certified
Practising Valuer. Brady Whealing Pty Limited.
Movements in Carrying AmountsMovements in the carrying amounts for each class of property, plant and equipment between the beginning and the end of the current financial year. The carrying values are the same for the Deaf Society and the economic entity.
Land & Buildings
Parramatta Office
Office Equipment
Northern Rivers
Motor Vehicles
Total
Balance at the beginning of year 1,370,000 11,259 18,399 - 206,320 1,605,978
Additions – 13,773 30,310 2,711 79,193 125,987
Disposals – – – – 48,179 48,179
Revaluation 365,000 – – – – 365,000
Depreciation – 6,700 9,429 43 37,717 53,889
Carrying amount at the end of year 1,735,000 18,332 39,280 2,668 199,617 1,994,897
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12. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Controlled Entity
Grants received from The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW) – – 310,000 217,350
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2005
Notes to the Financial Statem
ents
Deaf Society and Epstein Deafness Foundation
Consolidated
Deaf Society
2005 $
2004 $
2005 $
2004$8. PAYABLES
Trade and other creditors 506,451 306,794 521,664 322,016
9. PROVISIONS
CURRENTEmployee entitlements 127,337 84,027 127,337 84,027
Provision for deaf community centre 96,800 96,800 96,800 96,800
224,137 180,827 224,137 180,827
NON-CURRENTEmployee leave entitlements 107,192 91,147 107,192 91,417
Note (a) Aggregate employee benefits 234,529 175,444 234,529 175,444
(b) Number of employees at year end 32 34 32 34
10. RESERVESAsset revaluation reserve 1,246,850 881,850 1,246,850 881,850
Capital profits reserve 3,509,960 3,509,960 3,509,960 3,509,960
Service development reserve 68,143 68,143 68,143 68,143
4,824,953 4,459,953 4,824,953 4,459,953
Movements in Reserves
Asset Revaluation ReserveBalance at beginning of year 881,850 881,850 881,850 881,850
Increase in year 365,000 - 365,000 -
Balance at end of year 1,246,850 881,850 1,246,850 881,850
Service Development ReserveBalance at beginning of year 68,143 71,643 68,143 71,643
Utilised during the year - 3,500 - 3,500
Balance at end of year 68,143 68,143 68,143 68,143
11. LEASING COMMITMENTS
Operating Lease Commitments:Non-cancellable operating leases contracted for but not capitalised in the financial statements
Payable:
– not later than one year 165,334 26,363 165,334 26,363
– later than one year but not laterthan five years 461,143 10,210 461,143 10,210
626,477 36,573 626,477 36,573
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Notes to the Financial Statem
entsNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2005
13. SUPERANNUATION COMMITMENTS
The Society participated in one superannuation plan, the Health Employees Superannuation Trust Australia (HESTA) where contributions are made on behalf of employees at the rate prescribed by the Superannuation Guarantee Charge Act. Contributions to the funds were made by both the Society and employees at various percentages of the employees’ salaries. The Society’s contribution provides at a minimum the rate prescribed by the Superannuation Guarantee Charge Act. HESTA provides benefits to employees of the Society on retirement and death or disability cover for award staff employees and the directors believe there are sufficient funds to satisfy all benefits payable in the event of
termination of the plan and voluntary or compulsory
termination of employment of each employee.
14. CREDIT FACILITIES
The economic entity has no credit facilities.
15. EVENTS SUBSEQUENT TO BALANCE DATE
Since balance date, no matter or circumstance has
arisen which significantly affect or may significantly
affect the operations of the Society or the economic
entity, the results of those operations or the state of
the affairs of the Society or the economic entity in the
financial years subsequent to the financial year ended
30 June, 2005.
Deaf Society and Epstein Deafness Foundation
Consolidated
Deaf Society
2004 $
2005 $
2005 $
2004$
16. RECONCILIATION OF CASH FLOW FROM OPERATIONS WITH PROFIT FROM ORDINARY ACTIVITIES
Profit/(loss) from ordinary activities after significant items 1,108,845 490,612 1,092,847 454,110
Cash flows excluded from profit from ordinary activities attributable to operating activities Expenses incurred ServiceDevelopment Reserve – (3,500) – (3,500)
Adjustment for non-cash itemsDepreciation 53,889 80,728 53,889 80,728
(Profit)/loss on sale of non-current assets 951 (6,652) 951 (6,652)
(Profit)/Loss on the sale of investments (20,085) (35,165) (10,919) –
Distributions re-invested (157,672) (77,046) (85,293) (40,107)
(122,917) (38,135) (41,372) 33,969
Change in operating assets and Liabilities(Increase)/decrease in debtors (183,922) 35,275 (79,379) (292,117)
Increase/(decrease) in payables 199,720 110,316 199,720 111,450
Increase/(decrease) in provisions 59,085 20,029 59,085 20,029
74,883 165,620 179,426 160,638
Net cash inflow/(outflow) from operations 1,060,811 614,597 1,230,901 323,941
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Deaf Society and Epstein Deafness Foundation
Consolidated
Deaf Society
2005 $
2004 $
2005 $
2004$17. RECONCILIATION OF
CASHFor the purposes of the statement of cash flows, cash includes cash on hand, cash on deposit, in banks and investments in money market instruments, net of outstanding bank overdrafts. Cash at the end of the financial year as shown in the statement of cash flows is reconciled to the related items in the statement of financial position as follows:
Cash on hand 1,670 1,440 1,670 1,440
Cash on deposit 542,320 99,339 477,048 37,183
Cash at bank 247,425 224,159 205,238 53,484
Cash at bank – Donations 62,580 497,855 62,580 497,855
853,995 822,793 746,536 589,962
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2005
2005 $
2004 $INCOME
Annual mail appeal 33,909 30,215
Donations 1,615 2,335
Interest 7,731 200
Merchandise sales 463 432
Total Income 43,718 33,182
EXPENDITUREAdvertising 1,631 1,728
Audit & accounting 447 484
Building overheads 1,786 1,262
Management fees 3,878 2,099
Other expenses 1,283 1,067
Postage, printing, stationery 5,254 4,325
Telephone 300 100
Total Expenses 14,579 11,065
NET SURPLUS 29,139 22,117
% %Total cost of services on expen-diture (1,965,242 / 2,164,447) 91 91Total cost of services on income (1,965,242 / 2,688,161) 73 85
Note: * Fundraising income excludes bequests, as it is no considered to represent income from active fundraising. * There were no fundraising activities conducted jointly with traders.
Declaration by the President in respect of fundraising appeals
I, Peter Brownlee, President of The Deaf Society of New South Wales declare, that in my opinion: (a) the accounts give a true and fair view of all income and expenditure of The Deaf Society of New South Wales with respect to fundraising appeals; and(b) the statement of financial position gives a true and fair view of the state of affairs with respect to fundraising appeals; and (c) the provision of the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 and the regulations under that Act and the conditions attached to the authority have been complied with; and(d) the internal controls exercised by The Deaf Society of New South Wales are appropriate and effective in accounting for all income received and applied by the Society from any of its fundraising appeals.
P. Brownlee President22 August, 2005
INFORMATION AND DECLARATIONS TO BE FURNISHED UNDER THE CHARITABLE FUNDRAISING ACT, 1991INCOME AND EXPENDITURE OF FUNDRAISING APPEALSFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2005
The surplus for the year is used to ameliorate the deficits incurred by the Society in providing vital services, in particular support for members of the Deaf Community and their families in rural and regional areas. In the 2005 year, these deficits totaled $281,658 (2004: $364,744). % %Total cost of fundraising on fund-raising income (14,579 / 43,718) 33 33Net surplus on fundraising income (29,139 / 43,718) 67 67
Notes to the Financial Statem
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STATEMENT OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2005 2005
$2004
$IncomeDonations and appeals 35,524 32,550Property income 70,010 44,724Distributions received 383,914 279,002Interest received 33,805 32,558Management Fees 28,877 23,764Grant – The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW) 288,545 189,423Community Access and Information Service
Grant – NSW Dept of Ageing, Disability & Home Care 175,534 171,522Hunter Region Grant – NSW Dept of Ageing, Disability & Home Care 29,340 29,340
Grant – The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW) 18,161 18,310Northern Rivers Grant – NSW Dept of Ageing, Disability & Home Care 40,583 -
Grant – Peer Support 26,512 -Detached Family Worker
Grant – NSW Department of Community Services 84,671 82,039Independent Living Skills
Grant – NSW Dept of Ageing, Disability & Home Care 227,790 219,776Community Liaison
Grant – NSW Dept of Ageing, Disability & Home Care 73,980 73,271325 Funding Grant – NSW Dept of Ageing, Disability & Home Care 48,890 46,145Interpreting Services Fees for services 364,854 265,413Community Education Program
Grant – NSW Dept of Ageing, Disability & Home Care 67,024 65,715Deafness Awareness Training
Fees for Service 16,125 10,659Employment Service Grant – Department of Family & Community Services 113,605 121,336Case Based Funding Trial
Grant – Department of Family & Community Services 19,761 21,949Staff Support and Program Development
Fees for Service 43,254 2,858Regional Outreach and Community Development
Grant – NSW Department of Community Services 47,358 8,852Grant –Department of Ageing and Health - 4,650Donation– Burwood RSL Club 2,585 –Grant – Friends of ACE 9,092 –Grant – The Epstein Deafness Foundation (NSW) 3,294 9,617Grant – Parramatta Council 13,975 5,479Grant – NSW Dept of Ageing, Disability & Home Care - 500Fees for Service 5,286 14,825Grant - Paul Newman 11,377 -Grant - NPS Cald 500 -
Out of Home Care Respite ProgramGrant – Department of Family & Community Services 382,676 325,984
Other Income Profit on sale of investments 10,919 -Profit on sale of fixed assets - 6,652Membership fees 1,210 1,180Other income 9,130 5,194
2,688,161 2,113,287
Statement of Incom
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KENNETH W. TRIBE FELLOWSHIP FUND
INCOME AND EXPENDITURE STATEMENTFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2005
INCOME Interest 6,984 8,029
EXPENSES Study Grants Paid 732 1,720
SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) FOR THE YEAR 6,252 6,309
ACCUMULATED FUNDS at the beginning of the financial year 170,372 164,063
ACCUMULATED FUNDS at the end of the financial year 176,624 170,372
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 30 JUNE 2005
CURRENT ASSETSCash
– Cash at Bank 36,540 30,288
– Interest Bearing Deposits 40,000 40,000
Investments
– Debentures – at cost 100,084 100,084
TOTAL ASSETS 176,624 170,372
ACCUMULATED FUNDS 176,624 170,372
ExpenditureAdministration, appeals, investment properties 183,441 173,908Community Access and Information Service 248,572 258,212Hunter Region 58,062 82,412Northern Rivers 67,095 -Detached Family Worker 84,671 82,039Independent Living Skills 252,140 237,979Community Liaison 95,797 96,175325 Funding 48,890 46,145Interpreting Services 299,505 309,595Community Education Program 77,264 78,054Deafness Awareness Training 14,040 10,468Employment Service 132,159 121,336Case Based Funding Trial 19,761 21,949Community Worker/Interpreter Older People 10,295 15,172Staff Support and Program Development 43,735 15,640Regional Outreach and Community Development 146,270 87,922Out of Home Care Respite Program 382,750 325,984
2,164,447 1,962,987Profit from ordinary activities before significant items 523,714 150,297
STATEMENT OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2005
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MEMBERSHIP AS AT 30 JUNE 2005
Tina AldenStephen AnichSue AthertonHelen BonKathleen BouldingPeter BrownleeJudith CameronJenni ChapmanPeter ChurchBernard ClewsJudy ClewsMary CookMichelle CorbettAnthony CraigAlva CrossTarcia de WitBruce DrabschAlan EldridgeMarion FairweatherDavid FletcherBrett GillPeter GoddardAnthony GorringeKay Gorringe George GoswellKay GoswellCharlene GraceBarbara GrimmettStanley GrimmettMargaret HackettJenny HannanPeter HannanNicole HarrisLyn Hartmann
Jo-Anne HerpsRobyn HerpsKristen HingertyKeith HintonAnna HrubyAlexandra HynesJane InnesNic JarvisDaniel JohnstonDennis JohnstonAndrew JonesDavid JonesTherese KassabGary KiernanGeorge KramsVictoria LeeDavid LilleyJudith LilleyDavid LondonKerry LundWilliam MahonySam MaloufStephen MatchettStewart McClayAndrew McCredieCarol McGregorDavid M’QuigginPeter MinterJudith MoloneyJosephine MoodyJason MortensonJitka NavratilAnne NaylorHelen NicholsonRon NicholsonStephen NicholsonAlex Nyam
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LIFE MEMBERS
Colin AllenGeorge Barbouttis OAMVictor Bear AMRon BryantNola Colefax OAMLyell CraneBarry DugganEthel GoffDorothy GriffithsMichael HedleyAnthony Houen AMD W PulsfordHarry RobertsAdam Salzer AMBrian SurteesBen Taylor OAMRay ToddK W Tribe ACSteve TurnerRay Whitten
Beryl and Ben Taylor, long time Deaf Society members, pay us a visit on Open Day.
As you read through this report, you will realise the great importance of the work carried out by The Deaf Society of New South Wales.
There are many ways in which you can help ensure the future success of our programs and services.
A donation may be given in the full knowledge that your gift will be used to the best advantage of Deaf people in this State.
Remember the Deaf Society in your will. Support through bequests and legacies provides vital financial assistance for our work.
Donations of new and used computer equipment will assist us in making technology available to Deaf people through the Anne Mac Rae Technology Scheme.
Become a member or supporter of the Deaf Society – keep up-to-date with happenings in the Deaf Community and progress made in achieving our goals.
Volunteer your skills to help us with our work.
Be understanding of the communication needs of Deaf people.
Think about taking the challenge and learn Auslan!
You can contact us by mail at PO Box 1060, Parramatta, 2124 or by telephone (02) 9893 8555 (voice) or (02) 9893 8858 (TTY) or email [email protected]
Donations of $2.00 and over are tax deductible.
How can you help the Deaf Society?
This Report was presented to members at the Deaf Society’s 92nd Annual General Meeting held on 26 November 2005.
An electronic copy can be downloaded from our website www.deafsocietynsw.org.au
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