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REGIONAL SERVICESa reflection

cerebral palsy league of queenslandPreviously, LAAS North out-sourced an after-hours service for allclients, 24hrs per day, 365 days per year. However, it was determinedthat LAAS North staff should conduct this service as they havedirect knowledge of individual client circumstances. Now officestaff maintain the service on a rostered basis. This new procedurehas been highly successful in providing after-hours support.LAAS North spent time recruiting "Mobile Carers" to provide casualassistance to clients as required. Carers in this group receive trainingin a wide range of areas, and are able to provide assistance in anysituation. This has been very successful and has seen the use ofagency staff decline significantly.All in all, it has been an exciting and fulfilling twelve months andwe look forward to meeting the challenges of the coming year!SEVENOAKS ACCOMMODATION SERVICEIt was an exciting and slightly anxious year for Sevenoaks, with plansbeing set in place for the redevelopment of the site at Fig TreePocket and the construction of new housing for clients of the service.Michelle Harris was appointed Project Manager in October 2003and did an excellent job in creating the new staffing model, aswell as driving the new accommodation options. There wasextensive consultation with key stakeholders, who also workedtirelessly to ensure the new model's success.The Development Application should be into council by September2004, with construction scheduled to be under way by May 2005.PRINTABOUTIt was a huge year for staff, clients and families of Printabout! Clientssuccessfully transitioned from an allowance system to award wagesunder the Supported Wage System. This transition was plannedfor years, with a strong focus on business development to build upa revenue base strong enough to support a viable business.During the year, Printabout purchased a new bar-coding machineand digital colour copier, which assisted in attaining a 20 percentgrowth in sales.The service took on an additional two clients in the City and threein Strathpine under the Commonwealth Family and CommunityServices funding program, Australians Working Together.Printabout also achieved Quality Assurance through Benchmarkand FACS, demonstrating exceptional performance by staff.ACCESS EMPLOYMENT SERVICE NORTHAccess Employment Service North had another exciting and successfulyear. The service supported 69 clients under the Block Grant. Thereare now 48 workers, 14 new workers and 19 job seekers.The service experienced significant growth as a result of additionalplaces in the Caboolture/Redcliffe region, under Case Based Funding.The total number of clients supported was 50, with 18 workers and28 job seekers.Access experienced a stable year in terms of staffing, with minimalchange. A new role was created combining client assessment,pre-employment and job coaching duties. The new role also supportsthe changes to the model brought about by Case Based Funding.This position means the service now has a comprehensive assessmentand pre-employment tool for our clients, which has streamlinedoperations for the transit to an alternative funding model.The Caboolture office was officially opened in March 2004.However the service continued to outgrow office space and somerefurbishment is currently taking place to create room for anadditional staff member. An additional Job Development Officer(JDO) was appointed to assist the rapidly growing Cabooltureclient base, and staff based at Bowen Hills provided support toCaboolture clients as required. A flexible approach to staff andresources is necessary as this new service area develops.Much effort went into streamlining and improving operations witha view to gaining Quality Assurance. It was very rewarding for allinvolved to receive accreditation after the relevant auditing process.Access was approached to participate in a project looking atAcquired Brain Injury and employment outcomes. This will beconducted by the University of Queensland, and was endorsed byour funding body. It is a terrific opportunity to be involved in a trialwhose results will attract international interest.In an exciting development, Access and Cascade Place are planningto work collaboratively over the next year to support artists basedat Cascade Place to start their own business.Gold coastIt was another year of growth and change for the Gold Coastregion, with a highlight being the successful implementation ofthe "Super Saturdays" respite program for school aged children.The Children's and Adult's teams worked together to organise avery successful picnic in the park in September 2003. Many adultclients as well as children from all parts of the coast and hinterlandenjoyed the entertainment, balloons, face painting and free sausagesizzle provided by the Lions Club of Southport. A visiting animaldisplay, "Old McDonald's Farm" was a big hit with the children,providing a safe environment to pet the baby animals. The daywas organised for clients and families to get together, and manyof those who came asked for it to become a regular event.CHILD AND FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICESThe team continued to receive an increased level of referrals, with29 new referrals this year. There are now 116 children funded forservice. Many of these children have high and complex needsrequiring social work input as well as therapy. The greatest needis for the support of children post surgery. Nine children hadmajor orthopaedic surgery, and the team developed a caseconference model to coordinate all the necessary supports andspecialist advice for the family before the child was admitted tohospital. The overall funding from NSO increased this year by justunder $13,000 however the workload is very high and additionaltherapy staff will soon be needed.8

There were a number of staffing changes with OccupationalTherapist, Deb Coutts moving to full-time, and an additionalPhysiotherapist, Andrew Griffin transferring to the Gold Coastfrom Wide Bay. Speech Therapist, Alana Store moved temporarilyto Queensland Health and Jacqui McCosker joined the team ona 12-month secondment from the Education Department. Theteam worked together to find creative ways of managing the highcaseload and increasing demands.More than 50 families in the region received in-home respite on aregular basis. The team concentrated on undertaking riskassessments and transfer documentation for children weighingmore than 16kg who receive in-home respite, to reduce the risk ofcarer back injuries.The team continued to service approximately 25 children innorthern New South Wales on a fee-for-service basis. In responseto requests, two overnight outreach trips to the Ballina districtwere undertaken, funded by Northern Rivers Health Authority.This provided an opportunity for the team to assess children intheir home environments. In April the team ran a highly successfulworkshop for Tweed Valley Early Childhood Intervention Centre.The workshop introduced a number of families with a newdiagnosis of cerebral palsy, to the different therapies and whatthey can expect as their child develops.The Gold Coast region was successful in being allocated $25,000recurrent funding from Disability Services Queensland (DSQ) forrespite enhancement. This provided much needed Saturdayprograms for six to 18 year olds, 48 weeks of the year. The projectcalled "Super Saturdays" is aimed at children with high physicalsupport needs and is a collaboration with Gold Coast Recreationand Sport who provide trained recreational staff. A steeringcommittee made up of parents and clients was set up to plan andevaluate the program. Eighteen young people with cerebral palsyand related disabilities participated in the first year.ADULT SERVICESThere were a number of comings and goings in Adult Services.Sadly, one of the accommodation clients, Jodie Walton, passedaway after a short illness at the age of 23. Two clients moved toother parts of Queensland but remain clients of the League, andtwo new clients joined the service. There are still a number of adultclients living with family on the coast who have not received anyaccommodation or post school funding.The accommodation house at Arundel, which was purpose built forthe League by a developer, was transferred from private ownershipto Public Housing in May 2004. This change will ensure security oftenure for the four residents and will reduce their rents by almosthalf, which is great news.A successful planning day was held with adult clients and staffwho use the day program at Labrador. The new coordinatorwas instrumental in re-focussing the program towards meetingindividual goals and injecting some new energy and ideas intothe activities. A regular music program with a volunteer musictherapist has begun, which is enjoyed by all.Jenny Johnson, an adult client, is the new regional representativeon the State Client Consultative Committee and has taken on hernew role with enthusiasm. Jenny will represent the views of GoldCoast clients and report back on discussions.LABRADOR HOLIDAY UNITSRenovations continued at the Labrador Holiday units, howeverthey slowed recently due to the shortage of finishing tradesmenon the Gold Coast. Three units are completed. On the outside,three push button electric barbeques were installed, the poolresurfaced, new pool motor and salt water chlorinator installedand a new solar heating system put on the roof. Shade sails werealso erected to provide day round shade to half the pool. A largepergola replaced the wading pool and the asbestos cement sheetboundary fences were removed and replaced with timber fencing,hugely improving the appearance of the complex.ACCESS EMPLOYMENT SERVICE GOLD COASTAccess Employment Gold Coast relocated from the Keebra ParkCentre to a new location at 34 High Street, Southport. This allowedsome reorganisation within the office and provided the socialworker a separate office for confidential counselling.Wide Bay BurnettIt was another busy year for the Wide Bay Burnett region, withChild and Family Support Services doubling their new referrals. Thisincrease reflected the region's growth, particularly in Hervey Bay.CHILD AND FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICESOutreach support continued for children and families acrossthe Burnett area of the region, as well as in Bundaberg andMaryborough. The region's inability to attract a physiotherapistto fill a vacancy placed additional pressures on the Therapy team,particularly the Coordinator and Occupational Therapist.The region's Social Worker was successful in applying for fundingapplications to Disability Services Queensland (DSQ), with 18 familiesreceiving a mix of recurrent and non-recurrent funding. Thisenabled families to obtain wheelchairs, special needs strollers andbathroom modifications.Social Worker, Megan Goodall provided leadership in Fraser CoastSibnet, a group who support siblings of children with a disability.The group was successful in obtaining $26,000 from the Departmentof Family and Community Services through the "Stronger Familiesand Communities Strategy". A part-time Coordinator was employedto organise regular activities for 40 to 50 children. The activities,including adventure camps, trips to Australia Zoo and UnderwaterWorld, proved very popular and were a great benefit to siblingsand families.Bundaberg teenager, Chantel Wolfenden was selected to swim atthe Paralympics in Athens. Chantel is already a multi-world-recordholder and the region's best wishes go with her to Greece.For the second year in a row, a family from Kingaroy put in awonderful effort fundraising through the All Queensland Awards.Karl Richardson was a participant in the Awards and he, with hisparents Annette and Caleb, worked very hard to fundraise despitethe many demands on their time. The family travelled to Brisbanefor Finals Week activities including the Gala Presentation in June.A big thankyou to the Richardsons!9

cerebral palsy league of queenslandETS TECHNICAL AIDSDespite the lack of an official research and development budget,Technical Aids, lead by Garrie Wolstenholme, continued to be abottomless well of ingenuity and resourcefulness, much appreciatedby customers. Manufacturing of customised seating productscontinued to be an integral, if not highly profitable area of businessfor ETS. Demand was steady with customers continuing to visitETS to obtain items impossible to get "off the shelf". ETS wasfortunate to obtain the services of Glen Gianotti, a qualifiedRehabilitation Engineer to work in this section, opening up newopportunities for product redesign and new product development.Gary Wittinghamoperating the newPunch and ShearmachineIt is a credit to Garrie Wolstenholme, Rene Corrie, Jenni Dabelstein,Anne Mackay and indeed all ETS staff that an increase in sales wasachieved. Along the way there were some significant staff changes,a sudden and unanticipated peak in orders from governmentagencies and ensuing extended waiting times for manufacturedproducts. Working through these challenges was not easy, buthard work resulted in ETS's business reputation for providing excellentbefore and after sales service being enhanced as customers sawthe "above and beyond" efforts put in by many staff members.ETS would like to extend a huge thankyou to all loyal customers whoshowed patience when orders were delayed and an understandingof the hard work put in by all members of the ETS team to ensurecustomers get the very best product, every time.ETS WHEELCHAIR MANUFACTURINGThe Manufacturing team achieved record output and built efficiencydespite changeover of key staff. Every cloud has a sliver lining: trainingnew staff provided great opportunities to document proceduresand work practices as well as produce detailed product specificationsto ensure a high level of Quality Assurance in all ETS manufacturedproducts. The ETS Manufacturing team, now lead by Dan Willmett,continued to excel at constructing quality wheelchairs that reflectthe individual requirements of customers.ETS IN THE FUTUREETS Australia has been gradually restructuring its business to enablethe marketing section to encompass sales of all ETS products(both agency and own manufacture). Sales consultants willbecome a "one-stop-shop" for advice on seating, positioning,mobility and other products, and the main customer contact fromquote through to order. As many customers use ETS productsthroughout various life stages, ETS's goal is to build strongrelationships from the very first contact. With a dedicated teamfocused on all sales, continued and significant sales growth overthe next five years is anticipated.This refocussed sales strategy will also facilitate an easy transition toa new Business Management System, due to go on line in early 2005.The system will modernise ETS business and help to provide customersand their families with an improved and more efficient service.GRANTSETS would like to thank the Gambling Community Benefit Fundand The Fred Archer Foundation for grants through the year.The Gambling Community Benefit Fund provided $15,760 for a Punchand Shear machine, which will enable ETS to punch out small itemsused in wheelchairs at a fraction of the normal cost.ETS also received $8000 from the Fred Archer Foundation for twoceiling hoists for use in assessment rooms. These hoists protectthe occupational health and safety of both staff and visitors.ETS AGENCY PRODUCTSIt was a hectic year for Jenni Dabelstein, Anne Mackay and LindaDarke in the sales and marketing section of ETS, which wasrecently joined by new sales consultant Leigh McBurnie. Leighis a physiotherapist who has considerable experience in workingwith children with disabilities. Leigh settled in quickly and is alreadymaking a valuable contribution to the section. Rene Corrie alsoofficially joined the sales and marketing team to cover quotingand ordering functions, in preparation for a new computerisedbusiness management system to be introduced next year.Sales of agency products experienced a boom, with more than49 percent growth over the year. From early 2004, the sales teamput in a massive effort to travel to see customers, which was botha popular and successful strategy. ETS continued to build on areputation for quality products and ethical, honest advice andalso experienced great success with some new product ranges,most notably seating and mobility products from Sunrise Medicaland Freedom Designs.Leigh McBurnie and Glen Gianottisetting up a Supernova Wheelchair12

technology support servicesIn 2003/2004 Technology Support Services actively pursued additionalfunding to increase staffing hours and to acquire new items for theEquipment Loans Library.Unfortunately, the viability funding application to DisabilityServices Queensland for additional staff hours was not successfulso the Tech Unit continued to operate with part-time therapyand administration positions. This made it very difficult for Leaguetherapists and clients to readily access the specialised knowledgeand support Tech Unit staff are able to provide.TECHNOLOGY UNITDespite the small number of hours available, Tech Unit staff continuedto provide support to League therapists. Support areas includedregular seating consultations, power mobility trials including setup and trialing of the new WISE DX system, new staff inductionsand client consultations for software, computer access andcommunication equipment. Training sessions were provided totherapy teams and school staff supporting students in educationalsettings to maximise student learning outcomes by improvingtheir use of assistive technology.clinics held in October 2003 and April 2004, assisted eight childrento either have their walker reviewed, or to be fitted with a newwalker without needing to travel to Brisbane. Another new aspectof the service was the first heavy-duty walker fitted for an adolescent.A total of 10 new Hart Walkers were fitted during the year, bringingthe total number of children who enjoy greater independentmobility through the use of a Hart Walker to 67. Continued thanksis extended to the Australian Lions Children's Mobility Foundationfor their ongoing support.COMMUNICATION BOARD SERVICEThe Communication Board Service continued to produce highquality augmentative communication resources for League clients,such as multi-level communication books, device overlays andsong boards. The service contributed significantly to developmentof the materials for Camp Have A Chat and the Aided LanguageStimulation and Unity Training Kits. The service also supportedthe professional development of League Speech Pathologistsand those from other agencies involved in using software suchas Boardmaker to design communication displays for clients withcomplex communication needs.SPEECH GENERATING DEVICESSuccessful grant applications to three different benevolent fundsresulted in a great increase in the variety of communication equipmentavailable for loan to clients with complex communication needs.Speech Generating Devices ranging from small memory, portabledevices through to very complex, high tech devices were addedto the pool of Tech Unit equipment. Clients will definitely have alot to talk about!Fund Grant Equipment PurchasedPerpetual Trustees $25,200 Pathfinder, Chat PC II,Polyana 3, Message Mate 40Rueben Pellerman $9,760 Springboard, ChatBox Deluxe,BenevolentB.A. BarFoundationGambling $28,482 Talk Track, Go Talk, Hip Talk Plus,CommunityLightHawk, Echo Voice,Benefit FundSpringboard, Vantage, Chat PC IIARATA CONFERENCESpeech and Language Pathologist, Nerida Maclean and Physiotherapist,Anne-Maree Stewart attended a three-day national conferenceheld by the Australian Rehabilitation and Assistive TechnologyAssociation (ARATA) in Melbourne during June 2004. The conferenceprovided a valuable opportunity for information exchange andnetworking across service providers, product suppliers and clientswith an interest in enhancing the lives of people with disabilitiesthrough the use of assistive technology.HART WALKER PROGRAMThe service offered two clinics in Townsville thanks to financialassistance from the Townsville Mount Stuart Lions Club. The two-dayAbove: Twelve-year-old Tim Pearcetrials the Springboard SpeechGenerating Device with greatinterestRight:1. Polyana 32. Vantage3. Boardmaker4. Talk Track123413

SUPPORT SERVICESa reflection

service development and policyThe last 12 months were again challenging for the Service Developmentand Policy team, with continued demand for coordination, policyadvice and support to the League's regional services.The League's decision to seek accreditation under ISO 9001 andthe Commonwealth's Disability Quality system required the reviewof League policies and procedures. Additionally, viability audits byboth Disability Services Queensland and the Department of Familyand Community Services required additional work from all staff inensuring that tasks were completed and deadlines met.It was a positive year, with more than $300,000 granted from varioustrusts and foundations to support League regions with infrastructureitems and acquiring specialised equipment for individuals.POLICY & RESEARCHIn the Policy area there were a number of important developmentsin 2003/2004. Internally, policy advice and support was providedto League services along with a review of League policies as part ofthe League's Quality Assurance accreditation process. This includeda review of the Client Complaints Resolution Policy Process andProcedures and the development of a new protocol on Use ofPersonal Images of children and adults with disabilities and theirfamilies/carers. Work also continued with local and national sectorPeak Groups including Australian Cerebral Palsy Association, QldCouncil of Social Services, PeakCare Qld, ACROD and InterestGroups such as, Qld Younger People in Aged Care Alliance. YPACAwas active in trying to address the issue of increasing numbersof younger people living in nursing homes and assessing, withgovernment, more appropriate options. In March 2004 there were6069 people under the age of 65 in residential aged care inAustralia, of these 1293 were in Queensland.At a state level, a review of the Queensland Disability Services Acttook place, resulting in an extension to allow for greater consultationwith people with disabilities. The League hosted an informationworkshop for clients and families facilitated by ACROD Qld andforwarded a letter to the Minister with relevant issues that wereraised. The League's Policy Officer represented the disabilitysector in the government's consultation with non-governmentagencies and Peak Groups, associated with the implementationof recommendations from the CMC Inquiry into Foster Care.A number of submissions were made to support research initiativesdeveloped in consultation with the League's Research and EthicsCommittee. These may include the establishment of a CerebralPalsy Register in Queensland, an Upper Limb Botox Project linkedto Royal Children's Hospital research and Validating PhysiotherapyMeasurements with the Qld Children's Gait Laboratory.Highlights in the research area included:■ Membership and involvement with the Australian Research Alliancefor Children and Youth, with Professor Fiona Stanley as the ChiefExecutive Officer■ International publication of a research project undertaken withthe Physiotherapy Department of the University of Queenslandon "An intervention program for ageing clients with cerebralpalsy and related disabilities"■ Completion of a study on "Current practices of OccupationalTherapists at the League when assessing and managing upperlimb function for clients with cerebral palsy"LIBRARY SERVICEThe Library provides current information and reference materialcovering categories relating to both cerebral palsy and otherdisabilities. The Library holds an extensive collection of books,journals, videos and kits and provides access to the Internet.The Library also provides ongoing support and consultation forresource collections held in all League areas.The Library currently comprises 3075 books, 49 reference items,503 Videos and 107 Journals/Newsletters.Library activities in 2003/2004 included:■ Updating procedures as part of the League's Quality ManagementSystem■ Making the Collection Development Policy available for accessvia the Intranet■ Continued liaison with other library professionals in the disabilitysector in relation to ACPA Knowledge Audit■ Providing articles to staff from journals held in the Library(approximately 395 requests)■ Making interlibrary loan requests to other libraries aroundAustralian and overseas (approximately 115 requests)The year also saw an increase in the number of informationrequests received by the library via email and the League Website,from parents and other agencies seeking specific informationabout cerebral palsy and related disabilities.CLIENT INFORMATION SERVICESThe Client Information and Privacy Officer (CIPO) continued to beactively involved in a range of activities directly supporting clientsand service areas. More than 85 clients and staff in Access Employmentand Business Services participated in training relating to theCommonwealth Disability Quality Assurance Standards. This includedthe League's policies and procedures on Prevention of Abuse, Assaultand Neglect, Client Complaints and Privacy and Confidentiality.The CIPO also coordinated and assisted in presenting five two-dayevents for staff throughout Queensland titled "Staying on Track - HowHuman Services Respond to Needs". Feedback was consistentlypositive about the value of this training in adult programs andregional areas. Other training initiatives included the presentationof "Positive Strategies for Challenging Behaviours" training tostaff in Toowoomba, Rockhampton and Sevenoaks. The SeniorProfessional Social Worker, Psychologist and CIPO developed thispackage. The CIPO provided further training on Person CentredPlanning and how services can get to know individuals well.Other activities included:■ Representing the League on the Unmet Needs Campaign■ Coordinating a protest rally for the Campaign in King George Square■ Working with the Manager of Service Development and Policyto process a small number of client complaints■ Providing information to clients, families, staff, community membersand agenciesSTATE CLIENT CONSULTATIVE COMMITTEEThe League continued to demonstrate its commitment toconsultation with clients and families, by providing resources tosupport the Client Consultative Committees (CCC). The State CCCmet every six weeks and provided valuable representation at Board15

cerebral palsy league of queenslandmeetings, management meetings, various working parties andsteering groups.State CCC representatives are:■ Byron Albury - Chairman (Adult Services)■ Terry Donaldson - Deputy Chairman (Adults North)■ John Rynn (Adults South)■ Shane MacFarlane (Adults North)■ Michelle Ball (Adults South)■ Jenny Johnson (Gold Coast)■ Peter Shields (Adults North)■ Des Orr (Board Director)■ Kevin Rodgers (Board Director)The State CCC was actively involved in a range of activities andwas pro-active in responding to issues. This was thanks to atremendous amount of commitment and enthusiasm by allmembers. The State CCC hosted the 7th Annual Client Convention"Shaping a Positive Future: Building a Better Tomorrow Together"in August 2003 at New Farm. More than 200 delegates attendedthis unique event held during National Cerebral Palsy Week.After widely disseminating a draft Charter for Consultation forfeedback, the State CCC printed posters for display in Leaguepremises. Members also met for a well-attended planning day inearly February 2004.CCC Chairman Byron Albury represented clients and families onthe Cerebral Palsy Register Steering Group, the New FarmRedevelopment Working Party, supported consultations in theBusiness Services regarding proposed Commonwealth reformsand regularly attended Board meetings. Peter Shields was involvedin the planning and progress of the proposed Fig Tree Pocket siteredevelopment.The League expresses its sincere thanks to the members of the StateCCC and Regional Committees for their time and dedication inrepresenting clients who use League services. The CCC consultativemodel was a significant element in meeting CommonwealthQuality Assurance Standards and demonstrated the power ofcollaborative relationships based on mutual respect, dignity and ashared vision for the future of League services.PARENTS AND GUARDIANS ASSOCIATIONThe Parents and Guardians Association met regularly throughout2003/2004 with the CIPO attending the meetings as an invitedguest. Members took an active interest in League affairs, attendedLeague management meetings and supported fundraising activities.Sincere thanks must go to Joan Williams (President), Carol Barton(Secretary) and members of the Parents and Guardians Associationfor their tireless efforts in supporting the work of the League.SENIOR PROFESSIONAL TEAMIn addition to the core business of supporting therapy and socialwork staff, the Senior Professional Team (SPT) were involved inplanning and mapping future service delivery directions as part oftheir role in the broader Service Development and Policy team.The SPT continued regional visits throughout the year, including:■ Regular discipline specific support visits to offices in Toowoomba,Gold Coast and Nambour.■ A Senior Occupational Therapy visit to support a part-time staffmember in Bundaberg.■ A support day for regional Social Workers at Hervey Bay.■ Senior Physiotherapy support at regional seating clinics. This isone strategy in place to address current Physiotherapy shortagesin the regions.■ A joint Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology supportvisit to Rockhampton to role model teamwork in combinedtherapy sessions and to deliver a team development half-dayworkshop, in addition to individual discipline visits.The SPT continued to access regular individual professionaldevelopment. This is essential in keeping abreast of best practiceand in maintaining and expanding individual clinical skills andknowledge.A significant professional development activity included the 2004Neuro-Developmental Therapy (NDT) course held at Tweed Heads.The Senior Speech Pathologist was involved in teaching duringfour weeks of the course, as part of her NDT instructor pathway.The SPT were represented at the AusACPDM conference inMelbourne in March 2004. This provided an opportunity for relevantprofessional networking and information sharing.The SPT were involved in planning committees reviewing professionaldevelopment across the organisation. In particular, the SPT wereinvolved in addressing therapy and social work training andprofessional development needs.Networking with other agencies also continued to be an importantSPT role. Significant links were established with EducationQueensland, University of Queensland, Griffith University,Metropolitan Hospitals, Queensland Paediatric RehabilitationService (QPRS), Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme (MASS), and othergovernment departments (particularly in relation to changes inchild protection, legislation and structures).VOLUNTEER SERVICESThe Volunteer Service saw a fluctuation in volunteers in 2003/2004.Some areas increased their numbers while other areas foundthemselves short of helpers as some people retired due to healthissues, other commitments or commenced paid employment. Inspite of this, overall numbers remained fairly stable while thenumber of requests for specific volunteer jobs from clients andLeague services continued to grow. The League receives on averageof 360 hours of voluntary input per week. Calculated on a verybasic salary, this is equivalent to a contribution in financial termsof $5,400 every week to the League!All procedures and forms relevant to the Volunteer Service, includingthe Volunteer's Orientation Kit were reviewed and made availableto all staff via the Intranet.The Volunteer Service hosted an information stand supporting thenew Manly Sailability program and promoting the Cerebral PalsyLeague of Queensland in Capalaba last July at a local shoppingcentre. Clients and staff from the Capalaba Adult Day Service anda regular League volunteer/Community Services student assistedon the day. As a result of this promotion, key contacts were madewith interested parties, including a community service group. TheCapalaba Adult Day Service also provided support for a similardisplay set up during the 2003 Brisbane Boat Show.During National Volunteering Week in May, the Volunteer Serviceparticipated in the Youth Volunteer Expo held at the Brisbane16

City Hall. The Volunteer Coordinator and a long-standing Leaguevolunteer set up and manned the information stall, making contactwith representatives from more than 22 high schools and severalyouth groups during the course of the event. The VolunteerCoordinator also took the opportunity to give a formal presentationon the League's Volunteer Service and volunteering options foryouth. These young people are the volunteers of the future and itis hoped they took away a greater understanding both of cerebralpalsy and also of League volunteering opportunities.The Volunteer Service liaised with three organisations interested inorganising their staff to provide special project voluntary supportfor the League. A Telstra voluntary group called 'Friends of Telstra'assisted with special projects such as building up the raised no-diggardens at Cascade Place. Recently profiled in an edition ofLeague News, the Brisbane office of another large organisation,GE Consumer Finance also contributed significantly with severalone-off projects.League services found a range of ways to celebrate their volunteersthis year, including nominations of several volunteers for exceptionalservice to the League Board, Christmas and garden parties andmorning/afternoon teas to thank volunteers for their invaluablecontribution of skills and time.The League would like to take this opportunity to recognise thecontribution made by its many loyal and committed volunteersand to sincerely thank them for continuing to make a differenceto the quality of service offered to clients and their families.Organisational ServicesA change is never as good as a holiday - where has Finance andAdministration gone?It would be fair to say the League's Finance team was subjected toa fair degree of change in 2003/2004. To begin with, the Financeand Administration Department no longer exists, as it was renamedOrganisational Services during the latter half of the financial year.New full time staff members in the department include:■ Greg Cuffe, Manager Organisational Services■ Camellia Mar Fan, Payroll Manager■ Chris O' Kane, Fringe Benefits Clerk■ Charmaine Harch, Property Officer■ Jennifer Alexander, Accounts Receivable ManagerThe new Fringe Benefits scheme was rolled out in April and is nowbeing widely embraced by full-time and permanent part-timestaff across the League. The new scheme is much fairer in thatsavings are shared on a much more equitable basis than before.In addition, staff are now offered much more flexibility on howthey are able to split their remuneration to obtain the maximumbenefits afforded to them by the taxation laws applicable as aconsequence of working for the League.Wednesday, 23 June was an historic day for the League. Followingapproval from the Board of Directors to commence the InformationTechnology (IT) project, initial payments for software and licences weremade to the principal software suppliers. After much deliberationand implementation of detailed planning studies conductedduring March, the League chose Epicor and iMIS as its principalsoftware providers. The League also retained assistance fromProfessional Advantage for help with implementation, consultingand training during the period of operation changeover.Epicor software will administer the General Ledger and clientrecords side of the League's business, whereas iMIS will be thesystem used in the fundraising area.INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICESIt was an extremely busy year for IT Services, with many newtechnologies being implemented and many new security issuessuch as viruses and Internet worms to be dealt with. One majorproject undertaken was the installation of ADSL services tomost League offices. This enabled IT Services to provide a muchcheaper service, with timely updates of anti-virus software andoperating system patches to remote sites. The League's maindomain infrastructure was also changed from a Windows NT baseto Windows 2000 with Active Directory, which will provide betterdata security and streamline administration tasks in the future.IT Services was heavily involved in the selection of the new ITproject, and this will continue in the coming year with projectmanagement tasks, installation, training and data conversion. Asthe project progresses, IT Services will be visiting every Leaguesite which has a PC, installing new software and locking down astandard set of desktop interfaces for the new system. The newfinancial year will also bring the challenge of relocating staff andPCs during the refurbishment of the New Farm site. This will alsoinvolve the subsequent move of IT Services and the server roomto a new location in the refurbished A Block.PROPERTYDuring another busy year for the Property Department, key activitieswere:■ The continued coordination of the Labrador Holiday Unitsredevelopment.■ The fitting-out and occupation of a facility at Booval for Childand Family Support Services.■ The expansion and lease renewal of Printabout's Strathpine premises.■ The lease renewal of Adult Accommodation's Ashgrove premises.■ The expansion and lease renewal/renegotiation of AccessEmployment Service's Greenslopes office.■ The sale of the League's house at 28 Turner Avenue, New Farm.■ The relocation of Access Employment Service's Keebra Park officeinto separately leased premises at Southport.■ The relocation of Access Employment Service Caboolture froma small serviced office to leased premises.■ The relocation of Access Employment Service Ipswich into moresuitable premises in the Ipswich City Council HumanitiesBuilding.■ Unproductive discussions were held about the joint occupancyof a new facility at Maryborough for Wide Bay Burnett's AdultDay Service. These discussions were followed by an unsuccessfulattempt to purchase a site as a long-term location for this facility.17

cerebral palsy league of queensland■ Building/planning consultants were engaged in April and May toprepare a development application for the subdivision of the FigTree Pocket property and the provision of new adult accommodationat that locality. Final subdivision layouts have not yet been agreed.■ Following the Brisbane City Council's approval of the proposeddevelopment at New Farm, design development for the refurbishmentof the New Farm site was completed and detailed documentation/specification of the project is under way.■ A review/assessment of risks in the League's insurance portfoliowas completed.human resources2003/2004 saw some exciting developments in promoting effectiveHuman Resource management within the League, which cancontinue to build into the future...EQUAL OPPORTUNITIESIn July 2003 the League made its first submission to the EqualOpportunity for Women Agency (EOWA) requesting formalrecognition as being an Employer of Choice for Women. Notificationwas received in November that the submission was successful.The League is one of only 114 organisations across Australia tohave this recognition.To be an Employer of Choice for Women, an organisation needs to:1. Have policies in place (across employment matters) that supportwomen across the organisation;2. Have effective processes (across employment matters) that aretransparent;3. Have strategies in place that support a commitment to fully utilisingand developing its people (including women);4. Educate its employees (including supervisors and managers) ontheir rights and obligations regarding sex-based harassment;5. Have an inclusive organisational culture that is championed by theCEO, driven by senior executives and holds managers accountable;6. Deliver improved outcomes for women and the business.This formal recognition supports the League's aim to be an Employerof Choice.WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETYThe League is committed to providing a healthy and safe workingenvironment for its staff and believes that by doing so, will be betterable to provide quality services for our clients.Workplace Health and Safety was a particular focus during 2003/2004,with additional investment being made in the area of manual handlingrisk assessment and staff training (including training in avoidingdiscrimination and bullying prevention).Improvements in injury prevention and injury management resultedin a significant decrease (60 percent) in direct costs of Workcoverclaims (see graph right). This isreflected in reduced Workcoverpremiums for 2004/2005. The reduction in direct costs comes forma dramatic decrease in time lost by injured employees, which inturn stems from a significant decrease in numbers of accidentsand incidents. The coming year will see further investment in riskassessment, employee training and reviewing and improving theLeague's Workplace Health and Safety management systems.TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENTPeter Mulholland, Training and Development Manager developedand presented a range of in-house training events which werewell supported by supervisors and managers.Through Peter, the League established an arrangement with theOpen Learning Institute (OLI) of TAFE whereby the League is nowable to provide in-house Senior First Aid certificate training usingOLI training material. Approximately 90 employees completed orcommenced this training up to the end of the financial year, witha similar number expected to undertake this training over thenext six months.Following an initial audit, it is expected that the League will satisfythe criteria to become a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)during July/August 2004. Once registration is achieved, the Leaguewill provide Certificate Levels III and IV in Community Services- Disability Work and Certificate IV in Assessment and WorkplaceTraining internally for many of its employees.Becoming an RTO will support the League's aim of providing costeffective, high quality training for staff and will also facilitate somelimited additional income generation from the sale of training toexternal audiences.As part of the effort to achieve registration, League training will bedone through a range of different providers, using their trainingframework and a combination of their trainers and our own in-houseexpertise to deliver the courses we need in the contexts that suitexpected application of skills. This preliminary delivery of trainingwill provide the registration authorities with strong evidence thatwe can deliver training under our own registration and complywith the twelve quality standards for training.18

In July the first in-house course in Assessmentand Workplace Training will commence, in whichmore than 30 League staff in metropolitanand regional locations will be involved.Similar plans are being finalised for DisabilityWork and Frontline Management to commencein August and September 2004.The development of staff is also high on theagenda with consideration to providingopportunities for staff to develop their careerpotential through the gaining of experiencein secondments, acting positions, projectroles and specific training as their roledemands. This approach ensures successionissues are more fully addressed and providesthe opportunity for staff to put their traininginto practice.Long Service Awards 200410 Years ServiceTracie AllansonJacoba BarendrechtWayne BarrattAlison BogicevicSuzanne BressingtonHeather BuckleySarah DayYvonne DonnanLaurel EvansChristine FinnSusan Freeman-BrownLynette GrantElaine JohnsonLorraine LippiattRoger LukisStewart McCauleyGary McLeishJennifer MorwoodJeanne-Marie (Jonny)NobesRaelene RichardsonSina ViliJoanne WarnerMaree WillmoreRhonda WruckAlfred Zuccarello15 Years ServicePaul BressingtonFlorinda De La JaraCora De VriesLeslie ElliotJulie JeffriesYvonne LowIan ManningDenise SlaterDorothy Unkles20 Years ServiceJudith DicksonGlenda GrimleyHuong Tran25 Years ServiceJessie Kilpatricklong service awardsmarketing and fundraisingThe spirit of entrepreneurship is alive and well! Challenge, innovationand investment highlighted the past 12 months for the Marketingand Fundraising team. The strategy employed throughout thedepartment was to focus primarily on growth and then stability.Some areas continued to expand whilst other income sourcescontinued to face challenges.STAFFAs well as maintaining programs, staff were involved in preparationsfor the redevelopment of the New Farm site, Quality Assurance andresearch for a specialised computer database which will better suitour programs now and into the future, with increased capacityand flexibility.Administrative support was reviewed to bring our programs into linewith various changes in legislation. Consequently, resources wereincreased and moved from other programs to assist. Particularlyneeded was a refinement of our Art Union processes.The department recognised our many volunteers, especially Merv,Peter and Pat who are an integral part of the team. AdministrationCoordinator, Jill Chayter left the League after 20 years of excellentservice and the department’s best wishes go with her.PROGRAM DEVELOPMENTThroughout the year, the department reviewed existing programsand explored ways to better improve their financial bottom lines.In addition to this, a number of new programs were developedand are now in test-case phases. These include: Adventure Challengefor Charity, CP Product Partners and the Mobile Phone RecyclingProgram. The trialing of new programs is important to safeguardthe future of the League’s services.CP Product Partners is a program in which corporates partnerwith the League to provide services at discount rates for supportersand/or provide a financial return to the League when accessed bysupporters. These businesses include Beelgara Estate (wine), HotlineInsurance (motor vehicle insurance), Flight Centre (flights andaccommodation), Smart Supplies (stationary and IT supplies), AccessOne (mortgage brokers) and Petals Network (flowers and gift baskets).PUBLIC RELATIONSThe year began with a new company assisting the League withmarketing and media services, Marketplace Communications. As aresult, the League’s presence in the media was significantly enhanced,state wide and nationally. One of MPC’s main aims was to promotethe League as a leader in service provision to people with cerebralpalsy and related disabilities.As well as raising its profile through media, the League continued itsinternal communications. A survey about League News producedfeedback which was used to tailor and enhance the publication’scontent and appearance according to readers' requirements.Public Relations also worked closely with the Service Developmentand Policy Department to meet its stakeholders’ requirements bysystematically re-branding League informational collateral includingbrochures and fact sheets.While working to satisfy these requirements, Public Relations workedto enhance the League’s relationships with government and otherexternal stakeholders by coordinating and implementing strategiesand opportunities for the League to develop partnerships, whichoffered benefits for all parties.Complementing all League activities was the continued developmentof the Website www.cplqld.org.au, with its various links to partners,sponsors and other complementary websites. Edwina Thorne continuedto assist all areas of the League in developing pages, with the eventualaim of all regions and departments being suitably represented. TheWebsite continues to promote knowledge of League services andactivities to anyone with access to the Internet.TELEFUNDRAISING AND ART UNIONSA committed Telefundraising team worked hard this year to ensuregrowth in this area, and exceeded budget expectations quitesubstantially. During the year "Brad" retired after four years of workingwith us. Many people recognised him as the face of the League inthe community, selling an incredible $266,000 worth of Art Uniontickets. We wish Brad the best in his future endeavours.19

cerebral palsy league of queenslandPAYROLL DONATIONSIncome derived from Payroll Donations was slightly down due largelyto the absence of a full-time Business Liaison Officer. This verysuccessful program has brought in millions of dollars over the yearsand is a credit to those who started the program as well as the manyworkers around Queensland who have supported the League bydonating from their pay packets each year. Towards the end of theyear, John Napier was recruited from another position in the League,to manage the valuable Payroll Donation program.DIRECT MAIL CAMPAIGNSDirect mail is still the preferred method of contact for a large numberof our donors. During the year, four direct mail fundraising campaignswere conducted. Thanks to the continued support of our loyal andgenerous donors, all campaigns were successful and made a substantialcontribution to sustain the important work of the League.FRIENDSHIP BANKThe Friendship Bank program is one of the League’s oldest fundraisinginitiatives and we are constantly looking for ways to increase itseffectiveness. Over the next 12 months we aim to expand thesupporter base in Brisbane and bring the Friendship Bank and itstradition of generosity into the homes of the next generation ofsupporters.BEQUESTSWe are grateful to those kind and generous people who supportthe League through provision of Bequests in their Wills. Duringthe year, the League received proceeds of Bequests from nineteendeceased estates.Gifts in Wills are vital in helping the League to continue its importantwork in providing much needed equipment, therapy and supportservices to children and adults with cerebral palsy. Bequests serveas a memorial to our wonderful benefactors and to their generosityof spirit.MEMORIAL DONATIONSEach year, a number of long-time supporters of the League expresstheir wish for family and friends to note their passing by way of adonation to the League in their memory. This year, the Leaguereceived donations to honour the memory of six thoughtful andgenerous people: Patrick Broderick, late of Toowoomba; MatthewAllan Carman, late of Kelso, Townsville; Catherine Nairn (neeVanderpool), late of Toowoomba; Vera Hillier, late of Bundaberg;Cillian Horkan, late of Sydney; and Michele Verney O’Meara, late ofHervey Bay.These donations greatly assist the League and are a fitting memorialto the people named.ALL QUEENSLAND AWARDSThe Awards continued to develop with valuable assistance andsupport from the Department of State Development and Innovation,Westpac, Rio Tinto Coal Australia and Cutting Edge Post. Chairmanof our Corporate Partners Steering Committee, Ray Smith continuedhis support with vigour and enthusiasm. The program culminatedin the Gala Presentation, which was televised by Southern CrossTen. Titleholders this year were:■ All Queensland Junior Fundraiser - Shalayne Little■ All Queensland Fundraiser - Daniel Lucas■ All Queensland Business of the Year - RLC Services■ Junior Community Service Award - Shalayne Little■ Mr All Queensland - Ryan Barrett■ Ms All Queensland - Paula BishopEVENTSThe League’s regular events including the Sunday Mail SuncorpBridge to Brisbane Fun Run, Go Casual for a Cause and the BrisbaneValley 100 Canoe Race were successful once again.Bridge to Brisbane saw an increase in corporate participants, whichresulted in more race proceeds for the League. The League alsogained proceeds by selling breakfast packages. Corporate Kitchencatered for the corporate marquees of Queensland Newspapers,Suncorp, Channel Nine, Citistreet, DSQ, Qld Police, PWC, IncitecPivot, Corrs Chambers Westgarth.The BV 100 Canoe Race enjoyed good corporate support, particularlyfrom new sponsor Peppertown. Even with a decline in the numberof team and individual entries, there was great support from withinthe canoeing and kayaking community.Go Casual for a Cause received great support from Coles Supermarkets,Queensland Government agencies and departments, schools and100's of businesses across Queensland. The event was re-branded"Rebel with a Cause" using fun images to relay the humorousaspect of the week.Conrad Treasury Boardroom Blitz stunned the Brisbane corporatesector with its innovative and entertaining rock star concept. Twelvecompanies entered in-house bands, including Conrad Treasury,KPMG, TNT, Roche Mining, Ellaways Music, Roche Diagnostics,Brumby’s, QIC/Ergon, Consolidated Properties, IBM, FPD Savills,Ray White Invest and a Queensland Ministerial band.Bruce Kemp, Greg Dodge, Murray Sutherland and Billy Smitherswere instrumental in helping the event’s organisers, with theirexpertise providing valuable insight. Great support was also receivedfrom the judges: Ray Smith from Cutting Edge Post, Triple M’s Greg"Marto" Martin, Jen Waite from Aneiki and Steve Haddan fromChannel Nine. Tremendous League supporter Cutting Edge Postrecorded the night and produced a fantastic DVD for participants.In conclusion, our thanks are extended to the many individuals,service clubs, organisations, companies and families who havesupported the League in many ways. As recognised in this AnnualReport, our list of sponsors, donors and supporters continues togrow.20

319CHILD & FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES (0-5 YEARS) 2771200 CHILD & FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES (6-18 YEARS) 1116300 CHILDREN’S IN-HOME & COMMUNITY SUPPORT1554431 23 24Brisbane Gold Coast Wide Bay South Qld Central TotalBurnett Country Qldregion10008006004002000707number of clients93 85153Brisbane Gold Coast Wide Bay South Qld Central TotalBurnett Country Qld78region250200150100500203number of clients5218 28Brisbane Gold Coast Wide Bay South Qld Central TotalBurnett Country Qld18region250CHILDREN’S IN-HOME & COMMUNITYSUPPORT NEW REFERRALS250ADULT DAY SERVICES24520015010050010930 19 19 17194number of clientsBrisbane Gold Coast Wide Bay South Qld Central TotalBurnett Country Qldregion200150100number of clients50032233450Moorooka Capalaba Pathwayz Cascade Gold Wide Bay Sth Qld Central TotalPlace Coast Burnett Country Qld1625 2540region200150100500ADULT ACCOMMODATION SERVICES57 4123412 16 25LAAS LAAS Sevenoaks Ashgrove Gold Coast Wide Bay Sth Qld Central TotalNorth South House Burnett Country Qld5183region300025002000150010005000LEAGUE CLIENTS806number of clients16001400120010008006004002000ADULT THERAPYAND SOCIAL WORKREFERRALS872807167917682574number of clients300250Adults North Adults South TotalregionAdults Children Total20015010050age categorynumber of clients0number of clients21

cerebral palsy league of queensland140120OPEN EMPLOYMENT SERVICESBLOCK FUNDING14510080604042776820011Employment Job Seekers School Leavers Work Waiting List TotalOutcomes Placement410080604020SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT SERVICES20 2035 32107clients0Printabout City Printabout Adept Packaging Adept Packaging TotalStrathpine Rocklea Tingalpanumber of clientsnumber of clientsregion300250OPEN EMPLOYMENT SERVICES2712001501005011987number of clients42230Access Access Access Access TotalNorth South Gold Coast Ipswichregionnumber of clientsINCOME FOR 2003/20043456 781EXPENDITURE ON CLIENTSERVICES AND SUPPORT FOR2003/20047 812324561 CommonwealthGovernment Grants $4.6312 State Government Grants $17.7303 Fundraising Income $3.1994 Sale of Goods and Services $2.2385 Transport Income $0.1966 Client Fees $0.4717 Investment Income $0.1778 Other Income $1.782Commonwealth/StateGovernment Grants 73.5% $22.361mFundraising Income 10.5% $3.199mOther Revenue 16.0% $4.863mTOTAL $30.423m1 Regional Administration $2.0242 Equipment Technology Services $1.3203 Technology Support Services $0.1964 Adult Day Services $3.2385 Supported Employment $2.8796 Adult Accommodation $8.8037 Childrens Services $5.2948 Regional Support $0.408Adult Accomm. 36.43% $8.803mAdult Day Serv. 13.40% $3.238mChildrens Serv. 21.91% $5.294mEquipment Tech. Serv. 5.46% $1.320mRegional Admin. 8.38% $2.024mRegional Support 1.69% $0.408mSupported Employment 11.92% $2.879mTech. Support Serv. 0.81% $0.196mTOTAL $24.162mEXPENDITURE FOR2003/200411123104 56 7891 Service Support $0.4182 Info. Services Operations $0.0263 Transport Support $0.0504 Computing Services $0.2645 Maintenance $0.2766 Finance, Human Resources,State Administration $1.8697 Public Relations & Marketing $0.2068 Fundraising Expenses $1.7079 Client Services & Support $24.16210 Depreciation $1.49511 Employee & Debts Provisions $0.33512010080604020OPEN EMPLOYMENT SERVICESCASE BASED/GROWTHFUNDING39145911126Client Services 78.4% $24.162mFundraising 5.5% $1.707mAdministration 10.2% $3.109mProvisions 5.9% $1.830m0No. of Employment Job School TotalWorkers Outcomes Seekers LeaversclientsTOTAL $30.808m22

cerebral palsy league of queenslandDIRECTORS' REPORT(A.B.N. 27 009 942 269)The Directors’ present their report together with the financial report of Cerebral Palsy League ofQueensland ("the League") for the year ended 30 June 2004 and the auditor’s report thereon.DirectorsThe Directors of the League at any time during or since the end of the financial year are:Name and Qualifications■ Mr Laurence J. Lassig, OAMCert. Teaching, Dip. Ed., B.Ed.,Grad Dip. Of Special EducationChairman (from 24 August 2002)■ Mr Stephen G. Brady,MBA., B.Ed.St., M.Ed.St.Deputy Chairman (from 19 October 2002)■ Ms Susan B. Rix,B.Fin.Adm, FCA, GAICD, J.P. (Qualified)Treasurer■ Ms Rowena C McNally,LLB, MAICDCompany Secretary until 6 December 2003Experience and Special ResponsibilitiesDeputy Principal, Beenleigh Special School.Chairman, Marketing & Fundraising Committee.Member, Property Committee.Member, Disability Services Committee.Member, Executive Appraisal Committee.League Director since September 1989.Finance Manager, Rockhampton District, Education Queensland.Chairman, Executive Appraisal Committee.Chairman, Adult Accommodation and Lifestyle Committee until19 June, 2004.Member, Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee.Member, Marketing & Fundraising Committee.League Director from September 1993 to October 1999.Reappointed as a director in November 2000.Partner, BDO Kendalls, Chartered Accountants and Advisers.Registered Tax Agent.Director, Port of Brisbane Corporation andQueensland Rural Adjustment Authority.Director, Australian Institute of Company Directors - QueenslandDivision.Former President and current Member,Rotary Club of Brisbane High Rise.Formerly League Chairman.Chairman, Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee.Chairman, Property Committee.Member, Executive Appraisal Committee.League Director since May 1995.Solicitor.Sugar Industry Commissioner.Chairperson Sugar Authority.Chairperson Mt Isa Water Board.Director Burnett Water Pty Ltd.Former Director/President Australian Corporate LawyersAssociation.Former Corporate Lawyer Metway Bank.Former Director/Qld Chairperson Company Secretaries Institute.Member, Executive Appraisal Committee.Member, Finance, Audit and Compliance Committee.Member, Property Committee.League Director from June 2000 to October 2000.Reappointed as Director in October, 2002.23

cerebral palsy league of queensland■ Dr Yvonne R. Burns, AO■ Mr Graham R. Davies■ Mr Desmond T. Orr■ Mr Ronald H. Porter Dip. Mech. Engineering■ Mr Kevin P. Rodgers, Cert. Teaching,Grad. Dip. Of Special EducationB.Ed., B.A., M.Ed.St.CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENTThe ASX Corporate Governance Council released its best practiceguidelines in March 2003. Although the League is not legally boundto follow these guidelines, the directors have adopted many ofthese recommendations and their disclosure can be found in thisstatement. The adoption of best practice guidelines is consideredby the directors to be in the best interests of the League and willalso assist the League in satisfying the expectations of clients andstakeholders, including the government agencies, funding bodies,sponsors and donors.The board is conducting an ongoing review of the remainder ofthe recommendations, and will be adopting practices which areappropriate to the League’s organisational structure and particularcircumstances within a practical timeframe.DirectorsThe directors’ overriding objective is to provide quality services andsupports, which will enable and empower people with cerebralAssociate Professor, Honorary Research Consultant,University of Queensland.Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.Chairman, National Paediatric Physiotherapy Academicand Clinical Standards Committee.Member, Wesley Mission Brisbane Board.Member, Wesley Mission Brisbane, CouncilChairman, Disability Services Committee.Member, Adult Accommodation & Lifestyle Committeeuntil 19 June 2004.League Director since June 2000.Cane and Cattle Producer.Chairman of the Queensland Rural Adjustment Authority.Director of the Mackay Port Authority.Former Chairman of Mackay Sugar CooperativeAssociation Limited.Former director New Zealand Sugar Company Ltd.Former director Sugar Australia Pty Limited.Member, Executive Appraisal Committee.Member, Marketing and Fundraising Committee.Appointed as a director on 1 August 2003.Pensioner.Board Representative, Client Consultative Committee.Member, Disability Services Committee.Member, Adult Accommodation & Lifestyle Committeeuntil 19 June 2004.League Director since December 1990.Retired - previously Water Maintenance Managerand Project Engineer.Member, Adult Accommodation andLifestyle Committee until 19 June 2004.Member, Property Committee.League director since October 2002.Principal, Barrett Adolescent Centre School.Board Representative, Client Consultative Committee.Member, Adult Accommodation &Lifestyle Committee until 19 June 2004.League Director since October 1998.palsy and related disabilities to create and access opportunities tolead valued lives as respected and equal members of society withintheir family and community. In order for the League to achievethis objective, the directors must ensure that the League continuesto be relevant to the needs of clients and stakeholders, andimportantly, that the League remains financially sustainable intothe future.The board has delegated responsibility for operation and administrationof the League to the Chief Executive Officer and executivemanagement. Responsibilities are delineated by formal authoritydelegations. Notwithstanding these delegations, the functions ofthe board are clearly defined according to good corporate governanceprinciples and include: responsibility for formulating its strategicdirection; approval of the annual budget and financial plan;monitoring financial performance including approval of the financialreports and liaison with the League’s auditors; assessment of theperformance of the Chief Executive Officer; monitoring managerial24

performance; ensuring the significant risks facing the League havebeen identified and appropriate and adequate control, monitoringand reporting mechanisms are in place, and reporting to members,stakeholders and regulatory authorities. A description of the League’smain corporate governance practices is set out below. All thesepractices, unless otherwise stated, were in place for the entire year.The directors are committed to the principles underpinning bestpractice in corporate governance, applied in a manner which isbest suited to the League and which will allow the directors todischarge their responsibilities to members, other stakeholdersand to the League as a whole.The structure of the board is fundamental to achieving theseobjectives. It is the role of management to propose strategies andto carry out agreed plans. It is important that the board, whichhas ultimately the responsibility for the League’s direction andperformance, is composed of directors able to consider the issueswith both compassion and understanding of the needs of clients andstakeholders as well as the appropriate level of skill, independenceand objectivity. Many of the League’s directors have or have hadrelatives with cerebral palsy or have in some way a strong personalconnection with the League. Importantly from a corporategovernance perspective, the board also comprises a number ofindependent non-executive directors, recruited for specificcommercial and professional expertise. The board is confident thatthe current mix of directors’ expertise and perspective will allowthe board to continue to meet its objectives and responsibilitiesfor the good governance of the League.Board operationsIn 2003/04, the board met seven times. The League’s financialperformance is monitored by monthly analysis of financial statementsand an evaluation of progress against budgeted and key benchmarks.In addition, the board has determined to undertake a regular reviewof progress against the long term goals set out in the strategic plan.Directors spend time reading and analysing board papers and reportssubmitted by management and they engage in regular discussionswith management, primarily through the various board committees.The views of the Chairman and directors are canvassed regularlyby the Chief Executive Officer and the executive team on a rangeof strategic and operational issues. Senior executives often attendboard and committee meetings to report on matters.An important feature of good corporate governance is that theboard periodically assess whether there is a need for particularskills, qualifications or experience to be brought onto the board.The whole board participates in this process.The Board directors have also developed and adopted a Code ofConduct and confirmed their intention to be bound by thatCode. In the event that a director has a potential or actual conflictof interests, such as an ongoing commercial or other relationship,the director involved is required to withdraw from all deliberationswhere the conflict of interest may arise unless all other directorsdetermine that the director may continue to participate in suchdeliberations.Meetings of Directors in 2003/04Name of Director No. of meetings No. of meetingseligible to attend attendedLJ Lassig (Chairman) 7 7SG Brady 7 7YR Burns 7 7GR Davies 6 6R McNally 7 6DT Orr 7 7R Porter 7 7SB Rix 7 7KP Rodgers 7 7Independent advice and Accessto Company InformationA director may with the prior written approval of the Chairman ofthe board seek their own independent legal advice at the League’sexpense to assist them in the performance of their duties to theLeague and the members. Due to the cost of obtaining legalservices, the Board would generally be consulted before suchconsent was given. It is anticipated that the need for such advicewould only arise in extraordinary circumstances and to date, nosuch request has been made.Each director has the right of access to relevant League informationand to the League’s executives.AuditorsThe Board is of the opinion that there are no matters of which it isaware that would impair the independence of its external auditors.The professional relationship with the League’s external auditorsis service-driven. Fees are charged by the external auditors for auditservices of both a statutory and regulatory nature. The auditors'fees for other service areas are negligible.The external auditors have a policy of regularly rotating theengagement partner, attending all general meetings of the Leagueand being available to answer questions concerning the auditand the content of the auditor’s report. The external auditors arealso invited to attend relevant meetings of the Finance Audit andCompliance Committee.Insurance of Directors and OfficersSince the end of the previous financial year the League has paidinsurance premiums in respect of Directors’ and Officers’ Liabilityand legal expenses insurance contracts for current and formerdirectors and officers of the League.The Directors have not included details of the nature of the liabilitiescovered or the amount of the premium paid in respect of theDirectors’ and Officers’ Liability insurance contracts as such disclosureis prohibited under the terms of the contract.25

cerebral palsy league of queenslandBoard processesThe full board usually meets every 6-8 weeks. Additional boardmeetings may be scheduled at such other times as may be necessaryto address any special significant matters that may arise.The agenda for meetings is prepared in conjunction with theChairperson, Chief Executive Officer and Company Secretary.Standing items include the Chief Executive’s report, financial reports,marketing and fundraising reports, governance and compliance.Board papers are circulated in advance to ensure that board directorshave sufficient opportunity to properly review board papers beforeeach board meeting. Executives are regularly involved in boarddiscussions and directors have other opportunities, including visitsto League service offices, to further directors’ understanding ofthe League’s facilities to allow contact with a wider group of staff,clients and stakeholders. During 2003/04 various directors havevisited Equipment Technology Services at Geebung, Sevenoaks atFig Tree Pocket and the League’s office on the Gold Coast.Board committeesThe board has established a number of committees to assist inthe execution of its duties and to allow detailed consideration ofimportant matters. A separate nomination committee has notbeen established as this task is carried out by the full board.Each of these board committees has adopted or is in the processof finalising its own written terms of reference setting out its roleand responsibilities, composition, structure, membership requirementsand the manner in which the committee is to operate. The boardapproves all committee terms of reference and reviews them on anannual basis. All matters determined by committees are submittedto the full board as recommendations for board decisions.Finance Audit & Compliance CommitteeThe Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee is chaired by anindependent non-executive director with expert financial qualifications(Ms S Rix) and comprises other directors, including directors withcommercial and legal expertise. The Chief Executive Officer andthe Chief Financial Officer/League Secretary attend the Finance,Audit & Compliance Committee by invitation. The committee met5 times in 2003/04 and monitors the adequacy of the internalcontrols, accounting policies, financial reporting, and compliancewith statutory financial requirements. The committee reviews theLeague’s annual accounts and interim reports prior to their submissionfor approval by the full board.Disability Services CommitteeThis Committee is chaired by Dr Yvonne Burns AO. Other membersof the committee as at the 30th June, 2004 are Mr Des Orr, andMr Laurie Lassig (Board Chairman). The role of this Committeeincludes understanding and advising the board on disability servicesmatters, including the lifestyle needs of people with cerebralpalsy and related disabilities. The Committee provides advice onmatters including services, research and funding. It is also expectedto promote informed discussion on disability service issues withrelevant stakeholder groups of the League and the wider communityand act as a forum to provide information and feedback fromoutside services for the benefit of services to clients and families.This committee met four times during 2003/04.From July 2004 this Committee will also be taking over some ofthe functions previously undertaken by the Adult Accommodationand Lifestyle Committee. New terms of reference for the DisabilityServices Committee are currently being finalised. The Committeewill continue under the chairmanship of Dr Yvonne Burns AO.Property CommitteeThis Committee is chaired by Ms Susan Rix and has been taskedwith the responsibility of reviewing the League’s requirements inrelation to property and of providing recommendations and oversightof various property projects that have been approved by or arebeing considered by the Board from time to time. This Committeemet three times in 2003/2004. During this time the two significantproperty matters considered by the committee have been theredevelopment of the New Farm site and investigation into variousoptions available for the Fig Tree Pocket site. In future this committeewill also be assuming some of the responsibilities of the AdultAccommodation and Lifestyle Committee.Adult Accommodation and Lifestyle CommitteeThis Committee was chaired during 2003/04 by Mr StephenBrady. This Committee met six times during 2003/04, with theprimary role of the Committee being to provide advice to the boardin relation to adult accommodation and lifestyle needs of personswith cerebral palsy and related disabilities, including residents ofSevenoaks, and to promote informed discussion on accommodationissues from interested stakeholder groups of the League and thewider community.The Board has determined to discontinue this committee and asfrom July 2004 to transfer the overall lifestyle and accommodationissues to the Disability Services committee and the propertyissues to the Property Committee.Executive Appraisal CommitteeThe Executive Appraisal Committee is chaired by Mr Stephen Bradyand currently comprises 5 directors, including the Chairman ofdirectors and the Chief Executive Officer. This committee isresponsible for reviewing the compensation arrangements forsenior executives. The Chief Executive Officer does not participatein meetings which consider his remuneration.Remuneration and other terms of employment are reviewedannually by the committee having regard to performance againstgoals set at the start of the year, relevant comparative informationand independent expert advice. As well as base salary, remunerationpackages include superannuation and may include variouscomponents of salary sacrifice and salary packaging. This committeemet once in 2003/04.Marketing and Fundraising CommitteeThe function of this Committee is to review and monitor marketingand fundraising activities and to consider and make recommendationsto the Board regarding new marketing and fundraising proposals.The members of the Committee are Mr Laurie Lassig, Mr StephenBrady (Chair) and Mr Graham Davies. This committee met threetimes during 2003/04.26

Directors’ participation in Committees 2003/04DirectorExecutive AppraisalAdult Accomm.And Lifestyle*Marketingand FundraisingFinance, Audit andComplianceDisability ServicesPropertySG Brady 1/1 6/6 5/5 3/3YR Burns 6/6 4/4GR Davies 1/1 2/2 2/3LJ Lassig 1/1 3/4 3/3 3/3RC McNally 1/1 5/5 3/3DT Orr 6/6 3/4R Porter 6/6 3/3SB Rix 1/1 5/5 3/3KP Rodgers 6/6For each meeting the first figure indicates the number of meetingsattended and the second figure indicates the number of meetingsthe director was eligible to attend.* At a meeting on 19 June 2004 the Adult Accommodation & LifestyleCommittee was disbanded by the board of Directors and its functions willnow be assumed by the Disability Services and Property Committees.Other meetingsDirectors who represented the League in the meetings of the ClientConsultative Committee, an advisory committee to the Board,during the year are Mr D. Orr and Mr K. Rodgers.Board performance, remuneration and expensesDuring 2003/04 the company secretary reviewed various forms ofboard performance and it is proposed that the directors will beundertaking a board performance evaluation of board processesin 2004/05.None of the directors receive remuneration in connection withthe performance of their board or committee duties. Some boarddirectors are reimbursed from time to time in respect of out-ofpocketexpenses such as travelling and telephone expenses. Mostout-of-pocket expenses associated with participation in Leaguemeetings and activities are borne by the individual directors.Corporate reportingThe Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer havemade the following certifications to the board:■ that the League’s financial reports are complete and present atrue and fair view, in all material respects, of the financial conditionand operational results of the League; and■ that the above statement is founded on a sound system ofinternal control and risk management which implementsthe policies adopted by the board and that the League’s riskmanagement and internal control is operating efficiently andeffectively in all material respects.The League adopted this reporting structure for the year ended30 June 2004.Risk managementThe League’s business strategies and activities are reviewed andmonitored to ensure that they involve acceptable levels of risk tothe League. While risk management is a managerial responsibilityof the senior management team, it is also monitored by theboard. Insurance is used as a risk transfer tool where appropriate;however, the limitations and costs of an insurance based approachto the management of risks is also recognised.Below are some of the key business risks identified and managedby the League.Compliance with changes in government regulationOne of the significant risks currently being managed by the Leaguerelates to the cost of compliance with government regulatorychange. Many of the League’s building facilities are now aged andthere is increasing financial pressure upon the League to meetnew and improved government standards. The pending introductionof new fire safety regulations has the potential to impact significantlyupon the League’s ability to provide services due to the extremelyhigh cost of ensuring that that all the League’s buildings are fullycompliant. These types of impacts have required the directors tourgently consider various options, particularly in relation to Fig TreePocket, to ensure that this potential impact can be managed andaddressed in a timely manner and without detriment to the Leagueor its clients.Occupational health and safetyThe Chief Executive Officer is responsible for ensuring the ongoingemployee awareness of health and safety issues in the workplace.The importance of this issue to the League was highlighted bythe extraordinary increase in 2003 of the League’s Workcoverpremium. Over the past twelve months significant emphasis hasbeen placed on educating staff, clients and their families on theimportance of complying with directives relating to occupationalhealth and safety, such as correct lifting procedures. This has hadthe effect of reducing injuries and is expected to reduce the League’sfuture Workcover premiums. The board monitors employer safetystatistics and receives reports on the results of incident investigations.Product liabilityThis risk relates to the construction, adjustment and maintenanceof equipment undertaken by Equipment Technology Services andis addressed through contractual arrangements and the League’sQuality Assurance processes.MembersAs at 30 June 2004 there were 307 members (2003: 331 members)of the League. To be a client of the League you do not need tobe a member.Principal ActivityThe principal activity of the League during the financial year wasthe provision of services to people with cerebral palsy or relateddisabilities. No significant change in that activity has taken placeduring the year.Review and Results of OperationsThe operating deficit for the year ended 30 June 2004, as shownin the Statement of Financial Performance, was $384,764 (2002/03:$343,104 deficit).27

cerebral palsy league of queenslandThe League continued to expand its service activities particularlyin the area of lifestyle packages for individual adults and employmentservices. Government grants to fund the provision of services tochildren and adults increased from $20.176 million to $22.361million. Revenue from sales, manufacture and modifications ofspecialised equipment and technical aids increased from $1.936million to $2.238 million.Charitable fundraising activities helped fund service provision byproducing a net income of $1.286 million as compared with $1.527million last year.Overall, income increased by 13.7% to $30.423 million while expensesincreased by 13.6% to $30.808 million.The operating deficit for the year is consistent with the operatingresult in 2003. The profit from the sale of the Turner Avenue propertyhas been offset by the write down of buildings facing demolition.DividendsNo dividends were paid during the year and no recommendationis made as to dividends as Cerebral Palsy League of Queensland isprohibited by its Memorandum and Articles of Association frompaying dividends to its members.State of AffairsIn the opinion of the Directors there were no significant changes inthe state of affairs of the League that occurred during the financialyear under review not otherwise disclosed in this report or thefinancial statements.Environmental RegulationThe League’s operations do not pose any significant risk undereither Commonwealth or State environmental legislation. However,the Board believes that the League has adequate systems in placefor the management of its environmental obligations and is notaware of any breach of environmental requirements as they applyto the League.Events Subsequent to End of Financial YearThere has not arisen in the interval between the end of the financialyear and the date of this report any matter which, in the opinionof the Directors, has significantly affected or may significantlyaffect the operations of the League, the results of those operations,or the state of affairs of the League in future financial years.Likely DevelopmentsThe League will proceed with the redevelopment of its propertysites at New Farm and Fig Tree Pocket.Other than the above the Directors do not believe there will beany material changes in the operations of the League for the nexttwelve months.Dated at Brisbane this 2nd day of September 2004 and signed inaccordance with a resolution of the Directors.L.J. LassigDirector and ChairmanCerebral Palsy League of Queensland(A.B.N. 27 009 942 269)Statement of Financial Performance for the year ended 30 June 2004NOTE 2004 2003$ $Revenue from rendering of services 3 23,973,246 21,837,593Revenue from sale of goods 3 2,237,546 1,936,319Revenue from charitable fundraising 3,14 3,199,110 2,714,459Other revenue from ordinary activities 3 1,013,290 284,447Total Revenue 30,423,192 26,772,818Cost of goods sold (948,112) (796,934)Employee expenses (22,800,155) (20,532,844)Depreciation 4 (b) (879,713) (847,794)Write down of buildings 4 (a) (615,573) -Borrowing Costs 4 (b) (20,575) (16,948)Bus and Vehicle Expenses (451,200) (364,901)Operating lease rental expenses (1,241,572) (1,092,114)Postage and telecommunications expenses (574,707) (537,064)Printing and Office Supplies (260,691) (246,879)Property, plant and equipment maintenance expenses (528,678) (308,299)Travelling expenses (303,933) (259,990)Other expenses from ordinary activities (2,183,047) (2,112,155)Operating Result 4,23 (384,764) (343,104)The Statement of Financial Performance is to be read in conjunction with the notes to the Financial Statements set out on pages 30 to 41.28

Cerebral Palsy League of Queensland(A.B.N. 27 009 942 269)Statement of Financial Position as at 30 June 2004NOTE 2004 2003$ $Current AssetsCash assets 5 6,022,461 1,838,662Receivables 6 550,664 553,600Inventories 7 436,858 482,562Other 8 185,827 158,342Total Current Assets 7,195,810 3,033,166Non-Current AssetsProperty, plant and equipment 9 11,095,604 7,332,097Total Non-Current Assets 11,095,604 7,332,097Total Assets 18,291,414 10,365,263Current LiabilitiesPayables 10 856,778 1,374,270Provisions 11 1,780,391 1,566,455Interest-bearing liabilities 13 909,439 90,639Other 12 6,869,397 2,288,611Total Current Liabilities 10,416,005 5,319,975Non-Current LiabilitiesProvisions 11 356,018 248,603Interest-bearing liabilities 13 - 89,255Total Non-Current Liabilities 356,018 337,858Total Liabilities 10,772,023 5,657,833Net Assets 7,519,391 4,707,430Accumulated Funds 23 4,322,666 4,707,430Reserves 24 3,196,725 -7,519,391 4,707,430The Statement of Financial Position is to be read in conjunction with the notes to the Financial Statements set out on pages 30 to 41.29

cerebral palsy league of queenslandCerebral Palsy League of Queensland(A.B.N. 27 009 942 269)Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended 30 June 2004NOTE 2003 2002$ $Cash Flows From Operating ActivitiesReceipts from government funding 26,486,115 20,499,854Receipts from net charitable fundraising 1,365,174 1,542,830Receipts from customers, clients and others 3,408,226 2,995,683GST collected 2,812,301 2,199,679Cash receipts in the course of operations 34,071,816 27,238,046Payments to employees and suppliers (27,426,186) (24,521,684)Borrowing costs paid (20,575) (16,948)GST paid to suppliers (834,147) (594,575)GST paid to ATO (1,700,727) (1,468,195)Cash payments in the course of operations (29,981,635) (26,601,402)Net cash generated by Operating Activities 15(b) 4,090,181 636,644Cash Flows From Investing ActivitiesCapital subsidies and donations received 587,179 590,512Payment for property, plant and equipment (1,197,935) (732,356)Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment 713,363 73,091Net cash provided by/(used in) in Investing Activities 102,607 (68,753)Cash Flows From Financing ActivitiesRepayment of borrowings (194,806) -Interest received 185,817 93,672Net cash (used in)/provided by Financing Activities (8,989) 93,672Net Increase in cash held 4,183,799 661,563Cash at the beginning of the financial year 1,838,662 1,177,099Cash at the end of the financial year 15(a) 6,022,461 1,838,662The Statement of Cash Flows is to be read in conjunction with the notes to the Financial Statements set out on pages 30 to 41.Cerebral Palsy League of Queensland(A.B.N. 27 009 942 269)Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2004NOTE 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIESThe significant policies which have been adopted in the preparationof this financial report are:-(a) Basis of PreparationThe financial report is a general purpose financial report whichhas been prepared in accordance with Accounting Standards,Urgent Issues Group Consensus Views, other authoritativepronouncements of the Australian Accounting StandardsBoard and the Corporations Act 2001.It has been prepared on the basis of historical costs and exceptwhere stated, does not take into account changing moneyvalues or fair values of non-current assets.These accounting policies have been consistently applied bythe League and are consistent with those of the previous year.As the League is a not-for-profit entity, the terms "profit" and"loss" do not correctly describe the nature of the League’sactivities. Accordingly, the words "Operating Surplus/(Deficit)"30

have been substituted for the terms "Profit/(Loss)" prescribedin Accounting Standard AASB 1034.(b) ReceivablesTrade Debtors are requested to be settled within 30 days andare carried at amounts due. The collectibility of debts isassessed at balance date and specific provision is made forany doubtful accounts. The Board of Directors approves anybad debts written off.(c)Revenue RecognitionRevenue is recognised at fair value of the considerationreceived net of the amount of goods and services tax ("GST").Revenue is recognised on an accruals basis with the exceptionof donations and bequests which are accounted for on acash basis.Sale of non-current assetsThe gross proceeds of asset sales not originally purchased forthe intention of resale are included as revenue at the date anunconditional contract of sale is signed.Contributions of assetsContributions of assets and contributions to assist in theacquisition of assets, being non-reciprocal transfers, arerecognised as revenue at the fair value of the asset receivedwhen the League gains control of the contribution.Land held for resaleRevenue from sales of undeveloped land held for resale isrecognised when unconditional contracts are exchangedand a significant non-refundable deposit is received.(d) Goods and Services TaxRevenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of theamount of goods and services tax (GST), except where theamount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the AustralianTax Office (ATO). In these circumstances, the GST is recognisedas part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of theexpense.Receivables and payables are stated with the amount of GSTincluded.The net amount of GST recoverable from, or payable to, theATO is included as a current asset or liability in the statementof financial position.Cash flows are included in the statement of cash flows on agross basis. The GST components of cash flows arising frominvesting and financing activities which are recoverable from,or payable to, the ATO are classified as operating cash flows.(e) Property, Plant and EquipmentItems of property, plant and equipment are initially recordedat cost of acquisition at the date of acquisition.Costs incurred on asset subsequent to initial acquisition arecapitalised when it is probable that future economic benefitsin excess of the originally assessed performance of the assetwill flow to the League in the future, otherwise, the costs areexpensed as incurred.Items of property, plant and equipment, including buildingsand leasehold property but excluding freehold land, aredepreciated over their estimated useful lives. Assets aredepreciated from the date of acquisition and the straight linemethod of depreciation is used in all cases. The depreciationrates used for each class of asset for the current and previousyear are as follows:: Buildings and leasehold improvements 3%: Furniture and equipment 20%-33.3%: Motor vehicles 20%Operating leasesPayments made under operating lease rentals of buildings andmotor vehicles are charged against income in equal instalmentsover the accounting periods covered by the lease term,except where an alternative basis is more representative ofthe pattern of benefits to be derived from the leased buildingsor motor vehicles.(f) Non-Current AssetsRecoverable amount of non-current assets valued on cost basisAs the League is a not-for-profit entity the carrying amountsof non-current assets valued on the cost basis are reviewed todetermine whether they are in excess of their service potentialat balance date. If the carrying amount of a non-currentasset exceeds the service potential, the asset is written downto the lower amount. On assessing the recoverable amountof non-current assets, the relevant cash flows have not beendiscounted to their present value.Land held for resaleDevelopment properties are carried at fair value. The carryingvalue of these assets also includes the costs of developmentand holding costs such as borrowing costs, rates and taxes.Borrowing costs and other holding costs incurred after completionof development are expensed.Revaluation of non-current assetsClasses of non-current assets measured at fair value are revaluedwith sufficient regularity to ensure the carrying amount ofeach asset in the class does not differ materially from fair valueat reporting date. Independent valuations are obtained atleast every three years. Revaluation increments, on a class ofassets basis, are recognised in the asset revaluation reserveexcept that amounts reversing a decrement previouslyrecognised as an expense are recognised as revenues.Revaluation decrements are only offset against revaluationincrements relating to the same class of assets and anyexcess is recognised as an expense.(g) Accounts PayableLiabilities are recognised for amounts to be paid in the futurefor goods or services received, whether or not billed to theLeague. Trade accounts payable are normally settled within60 days.(h) Interest Bearing LiabilitiesBank loans are recognised at their principal amount, subject toset-off arrangements. Interest charged is expensed as incurred.(i)Employee EntitlementsWages, Salaries and Annual LeaveThe provisions for employee entitlements to wages, salariesand annual leave represents the amount which the Leaguehas a present obligation to pay resulting from employees’services provided up to the balance date. The provisionshave been calculated at undiscounted amounts based on31

cerebral palsy league of queensland(j)remuneration, wages and salary rates that the League expectsto pay as at reporting date including related on-costs.Long Service LeaveThe provision for employees’ entitlements to long serviceleave represents the present value of the estimated futurecash outflows to be made by the employer resulting fromemployees’ services provided up to the balance date.Provisions for employee entitlements which are not expectedto be settled within twelve months are discounted using therates attaching to national government securities at balancedate, which most closely match the terms of maturity of therelated liabilities.In determining the provision for employee entitlements,consideration has been given to future increases in wage andsalary rates, and the League’s experience with staff departures.Related on-costs have also been included in the liability.Superannuation FundContributions to three approved superannuation funds weremade by the League based on 9% of the taxable componentfor all eligible employees and clients in accordance with therequirements of the superannuation guarantee legislation.InventoriesInventories are carried at the lower of cost and net realisablevalue.Cost includes direct materials, direct labour, other direct variablecosts and is allocated on an average basis and includesexpenditure incurred in acquiring the inventories and bringingthem to their existing condition and location.Net realisable value is determined on the basis of normalselling pattern.(k) Borrowings costsBorrowing costs relate to interest on hire purchase agreementsand bank loans. Borrowing costs are expensed as incurred.(l)Interest bearing liabilitiesBank loans are recognised at their principal amount, subjectto set-off arrangements. Interest expense is accrued at thecontracted rate and included in Note 10 Payables "Othercreditors and accruals".(m) Income TaxNo income tax is payable by the League as Section 50-5 of theIncome Tax Assessment Act exempts recognised CharitableInstitutions from Income Tax. The League also retains PublicBenevolent Institution status from the Australian TaxationOffice.(n) Volunteer WorkersNo monetary value has been attributed to the valuable servicesprovided by the League’s many volunteer workers.NOTE 2. SEGMENT INFORMATIONThe League operates predominantly in the disability services sectorand its operations are located predominantly in Queensland, Australia.The League provides services, support and products to people withcerebral palsy and related disabilities. The League raises funds tosupport its operations through charitable fundraising activities.NOTE 3. REVENUE NOTE 2004 2003$ $Revenue from ordinary activities:Rendering of services (i) 23,973,246 21,837,593Sale of goods (ii) 2,237,546 1,936,319Charitable fundraising 14 3,199,110 2,714,45929,409,902 26,488,371Other Revenue:From operating activities:Interest 176,750 99,247Rents 123,176 112,109From outside operating activities:Gross proceeds from sale of non-current assets 713,364 73,091Total other revenues 1,013,290 284,447Total revenue from ordinary activities 30,423,192 26,772,818(i) Rendering of services comprises:Grants from Government sources- Disability Services Queensland 17,367,515 15,289,453- Commonwealth Dept. of Family &Community Services 2,486,550 2,209,112- Commonwealth Special Education 2,116,200 2,126,777- State Department of Health 362,435 345,790- NSW Department of Ageing & Disability 28,664 205,06832

NOTE 3. REVENUE cont... NOTE 2004 2003$ $Client transport fees 195,694 193,285Membership subscriptions 4,375 4,740Accommodation support - fees 470,742 487,517Other sources 941,071 975,85123,973,246 21,837,593(ii) Sale of goods comprises:Supported employment 724,800 704,571Equipment Technology Services & TechnicalSupport Services, Sales & Rentals 1,512,746 1,231,7482,237,546 1,936,319NOTE 4. OPERATING RESULT(a) Individual significant expenses/(revenues) includedin profit from extraordinary activities:Proceeds from sale of land and buildings at 28 Turner Avenue (670,000) -Carrying amount of land and buildings sold 15,597 -Net gain (654,403) -Write down in carrying value of buildings facing demolition 615,573 -(b) Operating result has been arrived at after charging/(crediting) the following items:Fundraising Expenses 1,912,719 1,187,101Client services and administration 24,848,878 22,779,331Borrowings Cost - Hire Purchase 10,418 16,948- Bank Loan 10,157 -Depreciation of:Buildings and leasehold improvements 251,384 291,180Motor Vehicles 165,043 126,072Furniture and Equipment 463,286 430,542Operating lease rental expense:Minimum lease payments 1,140,298 1,016,668Contingent rentals 38,918 34,246Loss on disposal of non-current assets 1,258 50,493Net expense including movement in provision for:Bad & doubtful trade debts 28,406 40,170NOTE 5. CASH ASSETSCash at bank and on hand 4,805,872 235,662Bank deposits at call - 100,000Bank short term deposits 1,216,589 1,503,0006,022,461 1,838,662Cash at bank and on hand as at the 30 June 2004 includes government funding of $4,312,919 plus relevant GST that relates to the quarter ended30 September 2004. This was received prior to the end of the financial year and has been included as income received in advance (refer note 12).NOTE 6. RECEIVABLESCurrentTrade Debtors 436,518 425,589Less: Provision for Doubtful Debts (70,938) (56,755)365,580 368,834Other Debtors 185,084 184,766550,664 553,60033

cerebral palsy league of queenslandNOTE 7. INVENTORIES NOTE 2004 2003$ $Consumable Goods 10,168 21,433Finished Goods 274,423 290,066Raw Materials 152,267 171,063436,858 482,562NOTE 8. OTHER ASSETSCurrentPrepayments, advances and deposits 185,827 158,342NOTE 9. PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENTLandLand held for saleAt directors’ valuation - June 2004 3,300,000 -Development costs 184,552 -3,484,552 -Land held for operating purposesAt Cost 1,404,440 1,516,2954,888,992 1,516,295Buildings and leasehold improvementsAt Cost 7,616,611 8,321,346Less: Accumulated Depreciation (4,381,566) (4,149,585)3,235,045 4,171,761At Recoverable amount 216,743 -3,451,788 4,171,761Motor VehiclesAt Cost 1,585,278 705,942Less: Accumulated Depreciation (451,354) (294,773)1,133,924 411,169Furniture and EquipmentAt Cost 4,851,497 4,043,874Less: Accumulated Depreciation (3,230,597) (2,811,002)1,620,900 1,232,872TOTAL WRITTEN DOWN VALUE 11,095,604 7,332,097ReconciliationsReconciliations of the carrying amounts of each class ofproperty, plant and equipment are set out below:Land held for saleCarrying amount at beginning of year - -Transfer from land held for operating purposes 103,275 -Development costs 184,552 -Revaluation increment 3,196,725 -Carrying amount at end of year 3,484,552 -Land held for operating purposesCarrying amount at beginning of year 1,516,295 1,516,295Transfer to land held for sale (103,275) -Disposals (8,580) -Carrying amount at end of year 1,404,440 1,516,29534

NOTE 9. PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT cont...Buildings and leasehold improvementsCarrying amount at beginning of year 4,171,761 4,449,031Additions 154,001 13,910Disposals (7,017) -Recoverable amount write down (615,573) -Depreciation (251,384) (291,180)Carrying amount at end of year 3,451,788 4,171,761Motor VehiclesCarrying amount at beginning of year 411,169 523,370Additions 924,351 127,427Disposals (36,553) (113,556)Depreciation (165,043) (126,072)Carrying amount at end of year 1,133,924 411,169Furniture and EquipmentCarrying amount at beginning of year 1,232,872 1,133,119Additions 859,382 540,323Disposals (8,068) (10,028)Depreciation (463,286) (430,542)Carrying amount at end of year 1,620,900 1,232,872Land held for saleDuring the year the Board approved a project for the redevelopmentof the League’s New Farm property. This redevelopment willinvolve:■ the consolidation of the League’s New Farm operations into arefurbished head office building;■ the demolition of certain existing building infrastructure; and■ the sub-division of a parcel of the New Farm site for residentialhousing purposes.The League lodged a Development Application with the BrisbaneCity Council during the year and received approval on 22 December2003.As a consequence of this redevelopment project, the League hasreclassified that portion of the New Farm land holding subject toredevelopment for residential purposes as "land held for sale". Thedirectors, having considered the nature of the redevelopmentproject, have elected to recognise the land held for sale at fairvalue. This has resulted in a revaluation increment of $3,196,725being recognised as an Asset Revaluation Reserve (refer Note 24)as at 30 June 2004.The League has also capitalised development costs associatedwith the New Farm redevelopment project to land held for sale.In addition, the redevelopment project will result in the demolitionand/or refurbishment of certain buildings on the New Farm site.These buildings have been written down to their recoverableamount at 30 June 2004.Valuations of land and buildingsLand held for saleLand held for sale has been measured on a fair value basis, beingthe amount for which the asset could be exchanged betweenknowledgeable and willing parties in an arm’s length transaction,having regard to the highest and best use of the asset for whichother parties would be willing to pay. The valuation was determinedby directors, taking into account an independent valuation performedin August 2003.Land held for operating purposesAn independent valuation of the League’s freehold land andbuildings held for operating purposes was carried out as at 30June 2002 on the basis of open market values for existing use andresulted in a valuation of buildings of $7,050,000 and a valuationof land of $6,621,900. These valuations were not brought to account.Government interest in Land & BuildingsThe State and Commonwealth Governments have interests inparticular land and buildings held by the League for which theyhave made grants to assist in their acquisition. The Directorsunderstand that it is not the present intention of the governmentto seek a refund of their interest in those assets in the event of asale provided the funds are utilised in a way approved by them. Itis the Directors’ intention that such funds be utilised in a wayapproved by the State or Commonwealth Government.The Queensland Government, in a letter dated 12 March 2002,relinquished their right to any equity in the League’s New Farmproperty which is the subject of the redevelopment project referredto above.35

cerebral palsy league of queenslandNOTE 10. PAYABLES NOTE 2004 2003$ $CurrentTrade creditors 10,450 114,840Other creditors and accruals 846,328 1,259,430856,778 1,374,270NOTE 11. PROVISIONSEmployee EntitlementsAggregate employee entitlements, including on-costs:Current 1,780,391 1,566,455Non Current 356,018 248,603Employee EntitlementsThe present values of employee entitlements not expected to be settled within twelvemonths of balance date have been calculated using the following weighted averages:2,136,409 1,815,058Assumed rate of increase in wage and salary rates 4.00% 3.50%Discount rate 4.75% 5.01%Settlement term (years) 10 10Number of employees No. No.Number of employees (measured on full timeequivalent basis) at year end 488 474NOTE 12. OTHER LIABILITIES NOTE 2004 2003$ $CurrentIncome received in advance (also refer Note 5) 6,169,807 1,866,448Other 699,590 422,1636,869,397 2,288,611NOTE 13. INTEREST BEARING LIABILITIESCurrentBank Loan - Secured Notes 820,184 -Hire Purchase Liability 18 89,255 90,639Non CurrentHire Purchase Liability 18 - 89,255909,439 179,894Financing arrangementsThe Board approved a bank loan facility to fund:(a) the redevelopment of the New Farm property referred to inNote 9; and(b) the purchase of the vehicle fleet.(c) The bank loan covering facility (a) is secured by first registeredmortgage over the 55 Oxlade Drive property to the extent of$3,500,000. The limit is available to be drawn down over thenext three years. The facility bears interest at a variable rate andwas unused as at the 2004 reporting date.The bank loan covering facility (b) is secured by first registeredbill of sale over each vehicle financed to the extent of $3,000,000.The maximum term set for each vehicle is eleven months and thefacility bears interest at a variable rate. The amount unused as atthe 2004 reporting date was $2,179,816.Financing facilitiesTotal facilities available:Bank Loans 6,500,000 -Facilities utilised at reporting date:Bank loans 820,184 -Facilities not utilized at reporting date:Bank loans 5,679,816 -36

NOTE 14. CHARITABLE FUNDRAISINGRevenueAll Queensland Awards 162,617 151,311Special Events 368,118 111,371Casual for A Cause 55,225 66,159Art Unions 682,079 560,084Payroll Deductions 285,930 312,372Friendship Bank 84,223 101,646Donations - General 445,593 342,475- Contributions towards asset purchases 560,565 704,091Bequests 540,576 363,701Other 14,184 1,2493,199,110 2,714,459Less: Fundraising Expenses (1,912,719) (1,187,101)Net Income From Charitable Fundraising 1,286,391 1,527,358NOTE 15. NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS(a) Reconciliation of CashFor the purposes of the Statement of Cash Flows, cash includes cash on hand and in banks and investments in money market instrumentsat call. Cash as at the end of the financial year as shown in the Statement of Cash Flows is reconciled to the related items in theStatement of Financial Position as follows:-NOTE 2004 2003$ $Cash 5 4,805,872 235,662Deposits at call 5 - 100,000Short term deposits 5 1,216,589 1,503,0006,022,461 1,838,662(b) Reconciliation of Net Cash used in Operating Activities to Operating DeficitOperating result for the year (384,764) (343,104)Less items classified as investing activities:-Interest revenue 3 (176,750) (99,247)Gain on sale of property, plant and Equipment 4 (653,145) 50,493Capital subsidies and donations received (642,304) (575,669)Add non-cash items:-Depreciation 4 879,713 847,794Increase in Provisions 335,534 313,017Write down in carrying value of buildings facing demolition 615,573 -Bad debts written off 14,223 -Change in assets and liabilities:-(Increase)/Decrease in Receivables (25,470) 159,825Decrease in Inventories 45,704 3,688Increase in Prepayment, Advances & Deposits (27,485) (54,335)(Decrease)/Increase in Trade Creditors and Accrued Charges (471,434) 197,921Increase in Unexpended Grants & Income in Advance 4,580,786 153,209Decrease in Interest Bearing Liabilities - (16,948)NET CASH USED IN OPERATING ACTIVITIES 4,090,181 636,644NOTE 16. AUDITORS’ REMUNERATIONAudit Services KPMGAudit of Financial Report 31,500 30,150Other Regulatory Audit Services 15,725 8,55047,225 38,70037

cerebral palsy league of queenslandNOTE 17. CHARITABLE LIFE INSURANCEAt 30 June 2004 the League held a life insurance policy with a surrender value of $6,038 (2003: $5,812.) The League is the designatedbeneficiary of the policy. This item is not reflected in the financial statements.NOTE 18. COMMITMENTSOperating Lease CommitmentsFuture Operating Lease Rentals of Buildings, Equipment and Motor Vehiclesnot provided for in the financial statements and payable:Not later than one year 740,548 929,591Later than one year but not later than five years 1,087,569 1,036,896Later than five years 33,834 98,3331,861,951 2,064,820Hire Purchase CommitmentsHire Purchase commitments are payable:Within one year 92,636 101,057One year or later and no later than five years - 92,63692,636 193,693Less: Future lease finance charges (3,381) (13,799)13 89,255 179,894The League leases property under operating leases expiring from2 to 6 years. Lessors provide the League with a right of renewal atwhich time all terms are renegotiated. Lease payments comprisea base amount plus an incremental contingent rental. Contingentrentals are based on either movements in the Consumer PriceIndex or operating criteria.NOTE 19. COMPANY NAME AND MEMBERS LIABILITYThe League is a company limited by guarantee. It is exemptedunder Section 150 of the Corporations Act 2001 from using theword "Limited" in its name.The Memorandum of Association limits the liability of membersand states "Every member of the League with the exception ofany Honorary Member undertakes to contribute to the propertyof the League in the event of the same being wound up while heis a member, or within one year after he ceased to be a member,for payment of the debts and liabilities of the League (contractedbefore he ceased to be a member) and of the costs, charges andexpenses of winding up and for the adjustment of the rights ofthe contributors among themselves, such amount as may berequired, not exceeding twenty dollars ($20.00.)”NOTE 20. DIRECTORSThe names of all persons holding the position of Director ofCerebral Palsy League of Queensland during the financial year areS.G. Brady, Y.R.Burns, G.R. Davies, L.J. Lassig, R.C. McNally, D.T. Orr,R.H. Porter, S.B. Rix and K.P. Rodgers.All Directors’ positions are honorary and no remuneration was paidto any Director during the year. Directors from country regions arereimbursed for travelling costs and accommodation.No director has entered into a material contract with the League sincethe end of the previous financial year and there were no materialcontracts involving Directors’ interests subsisting at year end.NOTE 21. ECONOMIC DEPENDENCYThe League receives a significant portion of its operating revenuein the form of grants from the Queensland State Government andthe Commonwealth Government of Australia.NOTE 22. ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS DISCLOSURE(a) Interest Rate RiskThe League’s exposure to interest rate risk and the effectiveweighted average interest rate for each class of financial assetand financial liability is set out below:38

Fixed interest Maturing in:NoteFloatingInterestRate$1 yearor less$1 to 5years$Morethan5 years$Non-InterestBearing$Total$WeightedAverageInterestRate2004Financial AssetsCash Assets 5 4,805,872 1,216,589 - - - 6,022,461 3.58%2 9Receivables 6 - - - - 550,664 550,664 -4,805,872 1,216,589 - - 550,664 6,573,125Financial LiabilitiesPayables 10 - - - - 856,778 856,778 -Income in Advance 12 - - - - 6,169,807 6,169,807 -Interest Bearing Liabilities 13 - 909,439 - - - 909,439 5.79%Employee Entitlements 11 - 68,997 306,420 49,598 1,711,394 2,136,409 4.75%- 978,436 306,420 49,598 8,737,979 10,072,4332003Financial AssetsCash Assets 5 335,662 1,503,000 - - - 1,838,662 4.45%Receivables 6 - - - - 553,600 553,600 -335,662 1,503,000 - - 553,600 2,392,262Financial LiabilitiesPayables 10 - - - - 1,374,270 1,374,270 -Income in Advance 12 - - - - 1,866,448 1,866,448 -Interest Bearing Liabilities 13 - 90,639 89,255 - - 179,894 7.50%Employee Entitlements 11 - 42,462 189,971 54,865 1,527,760 1,815,058 5.01%- 133,101 279,226 54,865 4,768,478 5,235,670(b) Credit Risk ExposureCredit risk represents the loss that would be recognised if counterparties failed to perform as contracted. The credit risk on financialassets of the League which have been recognised on the Statement of Financial Position, is the carrying amount, net of any provisionfor doubtful debts.(c) Net Fair Values of Financial Assets & LiabilitiesValuation ApproachNet fair values of monetary financial assets and liabilities are determined by the League by valuing them at the present value ofcontractual future cash flows on amounts due from customers (reduced for expected credit losses) or due to suppliers.Net Fair ValuesThe Directors consider the carrying amount of financial assets and liabilities which have been recognised on the Statement ofFinancial Position to approximate their net fair values.39

cerebral palsy league of queenslandNOTE 23. ACCUMULATED FUNDS 2003 2002$ $Accumulated Funds at beginning of year 4,707,430 5,050,534Operating result (384,764) (343,104)Accumulated Funds at end of year 4,322,666 4,707,430NOTE 24. RESERVESAsset revaluation reserve 3,196,725 -Movements During the YearBalance at Beginning of year - -Revaluation Increments - Land held for sale 3,196,725 -Balance at end of year 3,196,725 -Nature & purpose of reserveThe asset revaluation reserve includes the net revaluation increments and decrements arising from the revaluation of land held for sale.NOTE 25. EVENTS SUBSEQUENT TO REPORTING DATEInternational Financial Reporting StandardsFor reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2005, the Leaguewill comply with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)as issued by the Australian Accounting Standards Board.This financial report has been prepared in accordance with Australianaccounting standards and other financial reporting requirements(Australian GAAP). The differences between Australian GAAP andIFRS identified to date as potentially having a significant effect onthe League’s financial performance and financial position aresummarized below. The summary should not be taken as anexhaustive list of all the differences between Australian GAAP and IFRS.No attempt has been made to identify all disclosure, presentationor classification differences that would affect the manner in whichtransactions or events are presented.The League has not quantified the effects of the differences discussedbelow. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that the financialperformance and financial position as disclosed in this financialreport would not be significantly different if determined in accordancewith IFRS.Regulatory bodies that promulgate Australian GAAP and IFRS havesignificant ongoing projects that could affect the differences betweenAustralian GAAP and IFRS described below and the impact of thesedifferences relative to the League’s financial report in the future.The potential impacts on the League’s financial performance andfinancial position of the adoption of IFRS, including otherimplementation costs which may be incurred, have not beenquantified as at the transition date of 1 July 2004 due to the shorttimeframe between finalization of the IFRS standards and the dateof preparing this report. The impact on future years will dependenton the particular circumstances prevailing in those years.The League has commenced with the development of a plan toachieve transition to IFRS reporting. The League’s implementationplan consists of three phases as described below.Assessment and planning phaseThis phase includes:■ High level identification of key differences in accounting policiesand disclosures that are expected to arise from adopting IFRS;■ Assessment of new information requirements affecting managementinformation systems, as well as the impact on the business andits key processes;■ Evaluation of the implications for staff, for example trainingrequirements; and■ Preparation of a conversion plan for expected changes to accountingpolicies, reporting structures, systems accounting and businessprocesses and staff training.The assessment and planning phase is expected to be completedby 31 December 2004.Design phaseThe design phase aims to formulate the changes required to existingaccounting policies and procedures and systems and processesin order to transition to IFRS. The design phase will incorporate:■ Formulating revised accounting policies and procedures forcompliance with IFRS requirements;■ Identifying potential financial impacts as at the transition dateand for subsequent reporting periods prior to adoption of IFRS;■ Developing revised IFRS disclosures;■ Designing accounting and business processes to support IFRSreporting obligations;■ Identifying and planning required changes to financial reportingand business source systems; and■ Developing training programs for staff.40

The design phase is expected to be completed during the 2005financial year.Implementation phaseThe implementation phase will include implementation of identifiedchanges to accounting and business procedures, processes andsystems and operational training for staff. It will enable the Leagueto generate the required disclosures of AASB 1 as it progressesthrough its transition to IFRS.The key potential implications of the conversion to IFRS on theLeague are as follows:■ financial instruments must be recognised in the statement offinancial position and most financial assets must be carried atfair value;■ revaluation increments and decrements relating to revaluedproperty, plant and equipment will be recognised on an individualasset basis, not a class of asset basis;■ impairments of asset will be determined on a discounted basis, withstrict tests for determining whether cash-generating operationshave been impaired;■ revenue recognition is dependent on the risk and rewards ofthe transaction transferring to the League; and■ changes in accounting policies will be recognised by restatingcomparatives rather than making current year adjustments withnote disclosure of prior year effects.41

cerebral palsy league of queenslandIn the opinion of the Directors of Cerebral Palsy League of Queensland "the League":(a) the financial statements and notes, set out on pages 8 to 24 are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001, including:(i) Giving a true and fair view of the financial position of the League as at 30 June 2004 and of its performance, as represented bythe results of its operations and its cash flows, for the year ended on that date; and(ii) Complying with Accounting Standards in Australia and the Corporations Regulations 2001; and(b) there are reasonable grounds to believe that the League will be able to pay its debts as and when they become due and payable.Signed in accordance with a resolution of the Directors:DIRECTORS' DECLARATIONL.J. LassigDirectorDated at Brisbane this 2nd day of September 2004INDEPENDENT AUDIT REPORT TO THEMEMBERS OF CEREBRAL PALSY LEAGUE OF QUEENSLANDScopeWe have audited the financial report of Cerebral Palsy League of Queensland ("the League") for the financial year ended 30 June 2004,consisting of the statement of financial performance, statement of financial position, statement of cash flows, accompanying notes,and the directors’ declaration set out on pages 8 to 25. The League’s directors are responsible for the financial report. We have conductedan independent audit of this financial report in order to express an opinion on it to the members of the League.Our audit has been conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards to provide reasonable assurance whether the financialreport is free of material misstatement. Our procedures included examination, on a test basis, of evidence supporting the amounts andother disclosures in the financial report, and the evaluation of accounting policies and significant accounting estimates. These procedureshave been undertaken to form an opinion whether, in all material respects, the financial report is presented fairly in accordance withAccounting Standards and other mandatory professional reporting requirements in Australia and statutory requirements so as to presenta view which is consistent with our understanding of the League’s financial position, and performance as represented by the results ofits operations and its cash flows.The audit opinion expressed in this report has been formed on the above basis.QualificationCash donations are a significant source of revenue for the League. The League has determined that it is impracticable to establish controlover the collection of cash donations prior to entry into its financial records. Accordingly, as the evidence available to us regarding revenuefrom this source was limited, our audit procedures with respect to cash donations had to be restricted to the amounts recorded in thefinancial records. We therefore are unable to express an opinion whether cash donations the League obtained are complete.Qualified Audit OpinionIn our opinion, except for the effects on the financial report of such adjustments, if any, as might have been required had the limitationreferred to in the qualification paragraph not existed, the financial report of Cerebral Palsy League of Queensland is in accordance with:(a) The Corporations Act 2001, including:(i) Giving a true and fair view of the League’s financial position as at 30 June 2004 and of its performance for the year ended on thatdate; and(ii) Complying with Accounting Standards in Australia and the Corporations Regulations 2001; and(b) other mandatory professional reporting requirements in Australia.KPMGS. CranePartnerDated at Brisbane this 2nd day of September 200442

THANK YOUThe Cerebral Palsy League of Queensland gratefully acknowledgesthe support and assistance it receives from so many people. Thoselisted below along with so many others in numbers too great tomention individually, enable the League to provide quality servicesto people with cerebral palsy and related disabilities.Individuals who have shown special support:The Honourable Ray Hollis,Speaker of the Queensland Legislative AssemblyThe Honourable Tony McGrady,Minister for State Development and InnovationThe Honourable Warren Pitt,Minister for Communities and Disability ServicesThe Honourable Judy Spence, Minister for Police andCorrective Services (former Minister for Disability Services)Greg Beech, Panther PrintNatalie CookGreg Dodge, Oxygen 4 2Bruce Kemp, Production Plus Event ManagementSamantha Kume, Inside Out CommunicationsKevin and Kay Seymour, Seymour GroupRay Smith, Cutting Edge PostMurray Sutherland, Basis AdvertisingSteve Tyson, Consolidated PropertiesCharitable Trusts and Foundations who donated:Cecilia Kilkeary FoundationCM & JA Waterhouse FoundationCourier Mail Children's FundDisability Services QueenslandGambling Community Benefit FundJames N Kirby FoundationJBWere Charitable FoundationNRMA FoundationPerpetual TrusteesPMS FoundationReuben Pelerman Benevolent FoundationSt George FoundationSunshine FoundationToy Charity FundWhitehouse TrustCommunity Groups who donated:Booval RotaryForest Lake LionsForest Lake RotaryGold Coast Mayoress FundIpswich RotaryInsurance Institute of Australia and New ZealandMacGregor LionsMoorooka LionsNoosa Heads RotaryNoosa RotaryPetrie LionsQueensland Country Women's AssociationQuiet AchieversTewantin/Noosa LionsTewantin/Noosa RSLTom Brown ShopfittersTrinder Park Rest HomeWishart RotaryGovernment Departments who provided special grants:Arts QueenslandBrisbane City CouncilCommonwealth Family and Community ServicesCommonwealth Non-Schools OrganisationDepartment of FamiliesDisability Services QueenslandEducation QueenslandOffice of Youth AffairsQueensland HealthA SPECIAL GIFTThe Cerebral Palsy League of Queensland is grateful to those kindand generous people who have supported the League through theprovision of bequests in their Wills. During the year, the Leaguereceived proceeds of Bequests from twenty deceased estates.Gifts in Wills are vital in helping the League to continue its importantwork of providing much needed equipment, therapy and supportservices to children and adults with cerebral palsy.Bequests have the power to make a real difference and can last fora very long time. They serve as a memorial to our wonderfulbenefactors and their generosity of spirit.The Cerebral Palsy League of Queensland and its clients thank you.For more information about assisting the League, please telephone(07) 3358 8093 and ask for the gift and planning section. All enquiresare treated in strict confidence.Bequests were gratefully received from the following Estates:E J BillingsThe Catherine Ellen Carter Memorial FundW E J ChapmanS D EdwardsP F EganB E FlemingN D FloydJ R & L A FrenchK HannayS I KennedyL E KingJ KoolmeesE J McGillP C MontaldiS J MorganD M PetersenThe W E Pitty Charitable TrustE R PunterS RobinsonA Zandelov

A special thankyouFor their kindness, generosity and support in assistingus to empower people with cerebral palsy, the CerebralPalsy League of Queensland would like to thank:Absoft GroupAccess One Mortgage BrokersAON Risk ServicesAustralia LtdAustralia Meat HoldingsAustralia PostAustralia ZooBartercardBasis AdvertisingBreakfree ResortsBrisbane BroncosBrisbane City CouncilBrisbane Convention andExhibition CentreBrisbane EntertainmentCentreBrisbane LionsBrisbane Polo ClubBrookwater Golf ClubBrumby’sBundaberg SugarCallide CoalfieldsCapricorn Coal ManagementCastlemaine PerkinsChaChaChar Wine Bar & GrillClovely Estate VineyardsCMA CreativeColes SupermarketsConrad Treasury CasinoConsolidated PropertiesCorcorz HairCorporate KitchenCRAFT Entertainment StudiosCutting Edge PostDepartment of StateDevelopment & InnovationEllaways MusicEnergexErgon EnergyFordFlight CentreFPD SavillsG James Australia Pty LtdGladstone Port AuthorityGolden CircleGoodman Fielder LtdGSA IndustriesGWP StudioHastings Deering (Aust) LtdHog’s Breath CaféHutchinson BuildersHyne & Sons Pty LtdIBMInghams Enterprises Pty LtdInsurers HotlineJelich JonesKPMGMarketplace CommunicationsMelbourne HotelNCI PackagingNorco PaulsOakey AbattoirOxygen 4 2Panther PrintPeppertownPetals NetworkPeter Thompson CPAPine Rivers Shire CouncilP & O Cold StorageCompanyPrima ConnectionProduction PlusEvent ManagementQantasQICQLD GroupQRQueensland Alumina LtdQueensland Canoeing IncQueenslandNewspapers Pty LtdRave MagazineRay White InvestRio Tinto Coal AustraliaRLC ServicesRoche DiagnosticsRoche MiningSealySeymour GroupSmart SuppliesSouthern Cross TenSuncorpSunday MailTamawoodTelstraTen NetworkThiess Pty LtdTNTTrendwest ResortsTriple MTQ3Tyco Water Pty LtdVault OneVideo ProVisy Board Pty LtdWestpac Banking Corp.WildesignsYellow Cabs Pty Ltd