Chronic illness is a very broad label that encompasses a range of long-term health conditions. The causes of chronic conditions are varied and complex. Unlike the flu or an ear infection, which typically last for a few days or weeks before clearing up, chronic conditions are persistent and must … Read more about Mental illness is a chronic illness
Everyone is welcome at the Cape Gateway Motel
The Cape Gateway Motel in Mareeba takes pride in providing warm and friendly customer service, where everyone feels welcome. Part of creating this positive environment is to ensure the staff are representative of the community. The manager of the Cape Gateway Motel, Mandy Andrews, made it a … Read more about Everyone is welcome at the Cape Gateway Motel
Surf club makes an impact creating an inclusive environment
Everybody has a right to have a job they love. Elliot is no different. He was looking for a role he could enjoy and use his established skills with an employer that understood his disability. Elliot has Down syndrome and was looking for some extra support from someone who was able to advocate his … Read more about Surf club makes an impact creating an inclusive environment
New year, new priorities: CSR is not a box-ticking exercise
The new year brings lots of anticipation about the next 12 months that lay ahead. There is a clean slate for new goals, new opportunities, and the excitement of the unknown. For many organisations, it’s a time to strategise what they want to achieve and consider their priorities for the year … Read more about New year, new priorities: CSR is not a box-ticking exercise
Hotel job takes Ryan sky-high at EconoLodge Park Lane
Local Bundaberg resident, Ryan, knows first-hand how your life can change in an instant. Four days before Ryan’s 19th birthday, he experienced a stroke. The stroke left him with mild paralysis and limited use of his arm and leg. Returning to work after any injury or health condition has its … Read more about Hotel job takes Ryan sky-high at EconoLodge Park Lane
People with disability continue to succeed in a year filled with adversity
As we move into the final month of 2021, it is a time to reflect on the year gone by. This year has been filled with unknowns. The world has had to adapt as it guides itself through the COVID pandemic. It may be easy to look back on the year and see only lockdowns, restrictions and missed … Read more about People with disability continue to succeed in a year filled with adversity
Tatts Hotel recognised for their inclusive hiring in business awards
Tattersalls Hotel in Bundaberg, affectionately nicknamed Tatts, takes diversity and inclusion seriously. The grand hotel has been a Bundaberg community icon for over 130 years, serving cold beers with delicious pub-style meals since the 1890s. Recently Director and Owner, Rohan Hill, worked … Read more about Tatts Hotel recognised for their inclusive hiring in business awards
Diversity and inclusion lead to a more robust and productive workplace
At the Seville Mercy Conference Centre (Seville) inclusion and diversity are two very important factors that contribute to their success. Rod Cole-Clarke is the Manager of Seville and has witnessed firsthand the power of having an inclusive and diverse work environment. For Rod inclusion means … Read more about Diversity and inclusion lead to a more robust and productive workplace