Rover Open Weekend 2016 Banana Bash 2016

Queensland Branch Inc.

Name of badge Date approved

Date to be removed

100 Years of Cub Scouting badge 19 February 2016 31 December 2016

SSS badge 1 July 2016 1 October 2016

Cuboree badge 1 September 2016 30 November 2016

Joey Scout Jaunt badge 6 August 2016 6 November 2016

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ONLINE REGISTRATIONS

REPORT CHILD PROTECTION CONCERNS AND ABUSE!

It is a requirement of Scouts Queensland that if a volunteer, youth or young adult member, staff member or helper suspects a child has experienced harm, or is at risk of experiencing harm, that person must contact the appropriate agencies to provide support and advice.

This is not limited to Scouting related activities.

All suspicions, concerns or allegations about criminal matters or child protection matters should also be reported directly to the General Manager or Chief Commissioner on 3870 7000.

The Association will then make direct contact with the relevant authority about the matter.

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This Encompass PDF file is provided as a contents page of what’s online and is distributed to all Adult Members in Queensland with a current email address. All articles are uploaded online for further reference and the Scouts Queensland website is tablet and mobile friendly. Simply click on the hyperlink to read more...

YOUTH & LEADER AWARDSEach month the Members that have achieved the highest Youth Awards for their Section are recognised in a post on the Scouts Queensland’s website.

Leaders that have acheived their Woodbadge that month are also recognised in this way.

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MONTHLY ONLINE NEWSLETTER ISSUE 88 AUGUST 2016

To register for the events listed below please visit Scouts Queensland’s online application system

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YOUTH PROGRAM

Responsible behaviour - Bullying- Additions to the Award SchemeAs you know Scouts Australia is currently reviewing its Youth Program which means examining the reasons we have Scouting in Australia and the appropriateness of some of our activities. As we know this will take quite a time, there are some important issues that are being addressed incrementally. One of these is Plan>Do>Review> and I have written about that earlier.

Another is to respond to the issue of Bullying and so following the work done earlier through Scouts in Action Month about Bullying, from the start of 2017 new aspects of the Award Scheme will be added that consider the issue of bullying and how young people can respond to these issues. Each meeting group of every Scout Group will also be expected to write their own Code of Behaviour that will provide a guide for appropriate Scout behaviour.

You can find out more information about this from:

http://breakingthecycle.scouts.com.au/resources/section-resource-booklet/

Carols at Roma StreetDo you want to get more involved in the festive season?

Do you enjoy singing and dancing?

Do you like Christmas Carols old, new and scouty?

The Scouts Queensland Performing Arts Team is hosting Carols at Roma Street Parklands on 3rd December for the third time running and are looking for a choir. With only four rehearsals before the day on Sunday afternoons it’s a stress-less way to give some Christmas Cheer.

So apply now at http://www.carols.qpat.org.au

Applications close on 31st October. All ages are welcome. Youth and Leaders wanted. Those interested in support roles such as backstage may also apply through the same link.

Click here for more from the Performing Arts team...

A visit by the Qld Governor and Chief Scout, His Excellency The Honourable Paul de Jersey AC to SSS

I HAVE “GONE HOME”

Darren Benecke July 2016

Beatrice Pitman July 2016

Matthew Doolan July 2016

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CHIEF COMMISSIONER

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This month it is timely to look at the Adults in Scouting policy and remind all team leaders that it is time to undertake the Adult Development Plans (ADP) with your direct reports. The Life Cycle of an Adult in Scouting covers three stages but it is the third stage of the Life Cycle, the decision for the future, which many Adults in Scouting struggle with. This is the process to deliberately make decision for future roles following the review and self-appraisal in joint discussion. Do you reassign the person to a new role, retire them, or renew their current appointment. All Commissioner roles are for three plus three years and normally are not renewed. Section Leaders may be renewed if appropriate.

Review processMost people work better if they have, from time to time, the opportunity to discuss how they are doing and where they are going.

ReviewsA review in Scouting is simply an opportunity to look at what has happened since someone started their role, or since their last review and to see what further support and guidance they might need. It should not be confused with the performance appraisals that many people have experienced at work. Reviews can be both formal and informal, depending on what stage an individual is at in the course of their appointment.

An informal review is held at least annually, to build on the chats you have during the year. It is a chance to take stock and plan for the future.

A formal review takes place at the end of an appointment and an agreement is made whether the individual’s appointment should be renewed, whether they should take on a different role, or whether they will retire.

The review consists of meeting with the adult involved, in comfortable surroundings and discussing how the last year in Scouting has gone for them. The benefits are that the team is more motivated and the manager knows more about how the individuals in the team feel and their views on the future. It helps us in making sure that people are in the right roles, both for themselves and for Scouting, leading to happier Leaders and better Scouting delivered for our young people to enjoy.

As a result of the review process you may choose to recommend any of several possible courses of action:

- Provide the adult with training and support in addition to that which he or she has already received.

- Renew the adult’s appointment in her or his current role.

- Reassign the adult to another position elsewhere within the Branch, Region, District, or Group.

- Retire the Leader from the Association.

Remember our first priority, from the Association’s perspective, is the absolute importance of ensuring that the Youth Program is best served. If the Leader is failing to deliver a quality program, or if not a Section Leader, to ensure the welfare, progress and training of members then then appointment should not be renewed unless an alternative position is available, in which the individual could make full use of the competencies which he or she possesses.

Reaffirmation of Cub Scout PromiseThis is the Central Coast Region at Scoutfest - did you reaffirm your promise with the rest of Australia?

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ADULT RECOGNITION AWARDS

Adult Recognition Awards for especially good service to the Association are made to persons who have given especially valuable service over a considerable period.

Scouts Queensland congratulations all this year’s Award recipients - BRAVO!.

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JOEY SCOUTS

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SCOUTS

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VENTURER SCOUTS

Joey Scout Jaunt Badge 2016 Our Joey Scout Jaunt badge looks wonderful this year and will look great on our uniforms. The Chief Commissioner Kirsty Brown has approved our badge as an event badge and will be able to be worn on our uniform from 6 August 2016 to 6 November 2016.

Queensland Scout Centre Display CabinetEach month Sections are invited to develop a display relating to their Section. August is our month so when you visit the centre don’t forget to stop and have a look at the cabinet; any constructive feedback will be appreciated.

HopalongDon’t forget to schedule your participation into our next Hopalong activity booked for Saturday 18 March 2017. The theme is Special Needs and Regular Kids.

The workshop will be full of interactions, interesting discussions and fun, while learning about the needs of our youth members. Make sure you note this event in your calendar.

Upcoming events:Skillarama – Saturday 03 September 2016

Carols In The Park – Roma Street Parklands – Saturday 03 December 2016, 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm

Hopalong – Saturday 18 March 2017. Theme - SPECIAL NEEDS AND REGULAR KIDS. Please note in your calendar

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We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated. - Maya Angelou

David Cruse (Kookaburra)

SSS all done for another yearAfter beginning the year with the event of a lifetime (AJ2016) Scouts quickly moved on to the next closest thing, SSS.

SSS is a four day camp held at BP Park running from Friday to Monday in the middle of the winter school holidays. On the Friday morning 97 Scout Patrols and Leaders descended on the park to begin setting up their campsites for the next four days. For this camp Scouts camp in their Patrols with the Leaders in a separate camping area completely. It provides a great opportunity for a Patrol to experience independence and self-reliance in a supportive environment.

Throughout the weekend the Scouts enjoy a wide range of activities. Some of them count towards the SSS Shield while others are purely for the enjoyment and educational opportunities they provide. To round out the experience all of the Scouts and some Leaders attend the Gang Show to appreciate the theatrical talents of Scouts and Guides alike.

On Monday we were treated to a visit by the Qld Governor and Chief Scout, His Excellency The Honourable Paul de Jersey AC. He took the time to take a tour of some of the activities underway, campsites and administrative areas. The Governor took every opportunity to stop and talk with Scouts and Leaders throughout the tour.

The photo shows the Governor checking out the winning gateway.

The Governor wasn’t our only visitor. On Saturday we also hosted around 50 Cub Scouts for CCC.

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We Stand TogetherThroughout life we are confronted with situations, dilemmas and circumstances that can appear to send our thoughts in a spiral. Just how the weather is unpredictable, we never know just what life is going to throw at us. One thing that we can all count on is the support that we get from each other. Whether a Joey Scout, Cub Scout, Scout, Venturer Scout, Rover Scout, Leader or Adult Member we are all members of the same Scouting Family. “Family isn’t always blood. It’s the people in your life who want you in theirs. The ones who accept you for who you are. The ones who would do anything to see you smile and who love you no matter what – The Fresh Quotes”.

Being a member of Scouting means that we are all a part of something that is truly special in that no one is ever alone. No matter how desperate times get we always have a support network that are willing and able to support each other with no judgement or prejudice.

It is not uncommon for someone to be hesitant to reach out for help as they believe their issue or issues to be too small to bother someone else with or too big that no one will be able to help them. Nothing is too small. Nothing is too big. Being a member of such a diverse group of people such as Scouting, you never will know how someone will be able to help unless you reach out to them. They could have experienced something very similar to what you are experiencing or know someone that has experienced similar. At the very least they will be able to listen to you and identify ways to help or to find someone that can help. By reaching out you never know who you can help or who could help you.

If you are in a situation where you do not feel comfortable to reach out to someone that you know, the Scout Association has Chaplains and counselling people available who you can access by contacting Branch on 3870 7000.

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A group of American school children were asked to list what they thought were the present "Seven Wonders Of The World." Though there were some disagreements, the following received the most votes:1. Egypt's Great Pyramids

2. Taj Mahal

3. Grand Canyon

4. Panama Canal

5. Empire State Building

6. St. Peter's Basilica

7. Great Wall of China

While gathering the votes, the teacher noted that one student had not finished her paper yet. So she asked the girl if she was having trouble with her list. The little girl replied, "Yes, a little. I couldn't quite make up my mind because there are so many." The teacher said, "Well, tell us what you have, and maybe we can help." The girl hesitated, then read, "I think the "Seven Wonders Of The World" are:1. To see

2. To hear

3. To touch

4. To taste

5. To feel

6. To laugh

7. To love

The room was so quiet you could hear a pin drop. The things we overlook as simple and ordinary and that we take for granted are truly wondrous. A gentle reminder - that the most precious things in life cannot be built by hand or bought by man.

When we take some time to ponder these things we begin to realise just how awesome we all are and what a responsibility we have to safeguard the lives of those with whom we surround ourselves.

Sale of Craft to Scout FormationsAs we have just purchased new canoes and kayaks, we are in the process of selling some of our used craft. We would like to make first offer to Scout Formations, before opening up sales to the public. We have a number of 14” and 15” canoes, as well as TK1 kayaks for sale. All reasonable offers will be considered.

Should you be interested in purchasing any for your Group, require more information, or want to organise to view any, please contact Lee on brownsea@scoutsqld.com.au.

This offer is for a limited time, so please act quickly if interested.

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BRANCH SUPPORT OFFICEBusiness Address:

32 Dixon Street, Auchenflower Qld 4066

Postal Address:

PO Box 520, Toowong Qld 4066

Phone: 07 3870 7000

Fax: 07 3870 4960

Office Hours:

Monday 8.30am – 4.00pm

Tuesday 8.30am – 5.00pm

Wednesday 8.30am – 5.00pm

Thursday 8.30am – 5.00pm

Friday 8.30am – 5.00pm

Deadlines:

26 August 2016 Submit your artcles to encompass@scoutsqld.com.au

If you would like us to add your loved one to the “Gone Home” column, please email encompass@scoutsqld.com.au

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Administration and Complaints Support OfficerScouts Queensland is offering a permanent part time role (20) hrs per week over five days (4hrs per day) with the responsibility to support the functions of the Chief Commissioner’s Office. This is a fixed term contract for one year.

This positions reports directly to the Chief Commissioner and works closely with the Executive Assistant to the Chief Commissioner.

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POSITION VACANT

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Expressions of Interest are called for from suitably qualified Adults in Scouting to apply for the following positions:

• Branch Commissioner (Scouts)

• AJ2019 Contingent Leader

• Region Commissioner (Brisbane North)

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How does a 10 year old, help change the quality of life of other people, helping them overcome adversity and build independence? Kedron Scout Nathan Kane has found a way to make a difference.

Nathan has been a youth member of Kedron Scouts since he was a 6 year old Joey Scout, advancing to Cub Scouts at 8 years. As part of his recently successful Cub Scout Grey Wolf Award, Nathan took on a project with far-reaching positive, ramifications for other people, whom Nathan felt were less fortunate than himself.

Nathan, took on the project of planning, organising and collecting everyday toiletries, bedding and clothing items on behalf of the Salvation Army’s Youth Outreach Program. Nathan reached out to the Kedron Scout Group family to help him in his mission to make a difference to youth homelessness. This is Nathan’s request.

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NEWS AND EVENTS

SCOUTFEST

Scoutfest was held at Rowallan Park for Scouting members in the northern division of Central Coast Region from 29 – 31 July. On Saturday the camp was open to the public for the youth to try out Scouting.

The nights were crisp but in the daytime the weather was simply glorious.

Approximately 170 youth members, 68 leaders and helpers and approximately 170 visitors tried out the activities that were on offer.

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KENNEDY REGION UPDATE

Kirwan Scout Group participated in the Messenger of Peace project for Hummingbirdird House Project.

Bunnings Fairfield welcomed our Group and it was a great event to be involved in.

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NORTHERN MORETON BAY REGION JOEY SCOUT JAUNT

Pine Rivers ShowAll Sections from Murrumba District took part in this year’s Pine Rivers Show to promote Scouting in the Region.

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Joey Scout JauntWhat a great day the Joey Scouts had at BP Park. So many great activities and loads of laughter and fun.

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Have you ever heard of the World’s Northernmost Jamboree?? Even better, the sun never sets and you can enjoy activities all day and all night! Midnight hiking (in daylight), patrol activities, high ropes courses and lots more.

Applications are now open for the Australian Contingent to Nord 2017 (Norway National Jamboree) plus many international events for 2017.

Read more to experience great international events and activities for your Scouting adventure!

INTERNATIONAL INKLINGS