Practice Liaison Officer
Natalie is currently the Practice Liaison Officer and Diabetes Educator for the Division. Natalie also works for Theodore Medical Centre in the community concentrating on chronic condition management, and working closely with two Aboriginal Health Assistants. Natalie runs Diabetes Clinics in Theodore (monthly), Moura (monthly), Baralaba (bi-monthly) and Wowan (bi-monthly) at the moment, with support groups operating within each of these areas as well on a bi-monthly basis. Natalie has a strong interest in chronic condition self management principles, peripheral neuropathy and indigenous health. Natalie enjoys the challenges and variety of her roles and feels that she is part of a great team of health professionals helping to promote better rural health outcomes. Natalie intends to further her studies in chronic condition self management principles and complete her Masters in Clinical Practice (General Practice). Her family & two beautiful girls Stephanie & Jacinta continue to be the source of enjoyment in her hectic work schedule, and who often attend practice visits or clinics with her.
Email: natalie.dunk-andrews@cqrdgp.com.au
Location: Biloela/Theodore
Practice Liaison Officer
Zoey Stitt is a Registered Nurse recently employed by CQRDGP as the Blackwater Local Coordinator and Practice Liaison Officer. My family and I relocated to Blackwater 2 years ago from Rockhampton and fell in love with the place. Prior to that we lived in Indonesia for 2 years where my husband Luke worked in the Mining Industry. We have three beautiful, rambunctious children; Bodhi is 6, Remy is 4 and Quinn is 18 months. I grew up in Rockhampton and graduated from Central Queensland University in 2001 with a Bachelor of Health Science Degree. I then went on to work at The Mater Misericordiae Hospital in Rockhampton in general Surgical/Medical and Rehabilitation, before finding my calling in Palliative Care. I remained in Palliative Care until we moved away from Rockhampton for our overseas adventure. I am really looking forward to returning to work in Health after my hiatus having children. In my downtime, I enjoy spending time with my young family; camping, socialising, four wheel driving, travelling, watching movies and playing netball.
Email: zoey.stitt@cqrdgp.com.au
Location: Emerald
Practice Liaison Officer
Janine Brooks started working for the Division as Practice Liaison Officer for Moranbah and surrounding areas in September 2011. Janine grew up in Moranbah and although moved away, has been living back there for the past 9 years. Janine has worked in various administrative roles over the past 15 years. Starting out in the Hospitality Industry, Janine then worked in the Mining Industry briefly before travelling overseas and working in the Government Office in Leeds in the United Kingdom. Upon returning to Australia Janine worked in a Solicitors Office before returning to work in the Mining Industry. Janine has spent the last 4.5 years raising her two children, Stella (4.5) and Curtis (2). Janine is an active member of the community and is involved in the local Netball and Hockey Competition.
Email: janine.brooks@cqrdgp.com.au
Location: Moranbah
Project Liaison Officer (Healthy Lifestyles)
Rachel Toonen joined the division in October 2011 as Project Liaison Officer - Healthy Lifestyles, based in Moranbah. She has lived in Moranbah for the past 4 years and has most recently worked in Local Government. Rachel will cover healthy lifestyle for the areas of Moranbah, Clermont, Dysart, Middlemount and Tieri. Rachel is also a qualified personal trainer and works as a trainer at her local gym in Moranbah. She is currently studying a Bachelor of Health Promotion with CQ University, majoring in psychology. Rachel is a self-confessed gym-junkie and foodie and has a passion for photography, nutrition and exercise. She loves spending time with her husband and dog, Zoe who often go fishing together in the Whitsundays.
Email: rachel.toonen@cqrdgp.com.au
Location: Emerald
Project Liaison Officer (Closing the Gap)
Katrina Johnston
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Location: Biloela
Project Liaison Officer (Healthy Lifestyles)
Rachel Millard (nee Toonen)
Email: rachel.toonen@cqrdgp.com.au
Location: Moranbah
Project Liaison Officer (Drugs and Alcohol Prevention)
Olivia Vorpagel has started with the Division in the Emerald office, and taken on the role of Project Liaison Officer – Drugs and Alcohol Prevention. Olivia has recently joined the division after working in the employment sector for 12 months, working with Streams 3-4 clients addressing barriers to employment. Olivia has a Diploma of Counseling and Communication and is currently finishing her Bachelor of Social Work with James Cook University in Townsville. Olivia facilitated the first “Big Brother Big Sisters” Mentoring program in a rural sector some years ago, and looks forward to continuing to work with youth and adults alike in this prevention role. Olivia has a passion for sociology and literature, and enjoys quiet weekends with her two daughters watching movies and listening to music.
Email: olivia.vorpagel@cqrdgp.com.au
Location: Emerald
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Project Liaison Officer (Closing the Gap)
Craig Jackson started with the Division in September taking on the role of Project Liaison Officer - closing the Gap in Emerald. Craig has lived throughout Queensland mainly working in construction until he got his calling in 2007 as a Prevention/Diversion & Rehabilitation worker in Logan City where he also worked as a Naidoc Co-ordinator. He then moved to Winton to take on the role of Indigenous Child Health Worker with the Australian Red Cross. He is a facilitator for Living Strong and Traditional Games. Craig’s hobbies include golf, golf and more golf!
Email: craig.jackson@cqrdgp.com.au
Location: Emerald
Project Liaison Officer(Day to day Living)
Bernadette Ryan has recently taken on the position of Project Liaison Officer with the Division in Emerald. Prior to this, Bernie worked as an Advisory Visiting Teacher for Early Special Education at Emerald North State School for five years. Bernie moved to Emerald nine years ago following a teaching career and loves being part of the Emerald Community. Diagnosed with Bipolar disorder six years ago Bernie understands that people with mental health disorders face significant obstacles participating in social activities. Bernie encourages meaningful activity and social connectedness as important factors that can contribute to people's recovery.
Email: bernadette.ryan@cqrdgp.com.au
Location: Emerald
Project Liaison Officer (Day to Day Living)
Sharon Jackson started with the Division in November, Sharon is new to Emerald and has recently taken a job share position as Project Liaison Officer (day to day living program). Sharon has previously worked in the hospitality industry throughout Northern Territory and Queensland. She is currently studying to be an Early Childhood educator at Central Queensland University. Sharon has an open mind and believes all people should be accepted and respected. Sharon is an advocate for lifelong learning, play in Early Childhood and non judgmental thinking. Sharon has many people in her life who have mental health issues and is looking forward to helping others.
Email: sharon.jackson@cqrdgp.com.au
Location: Emerald
Project Liaison Officer - Health Promotion
Ellen is currently the Health Promotion Project Officer working at Biloela CQRDGP office. She has joined the team in May 2011. Ellen is a Register Nurse and Midwife with 20 + years experience working in the hospital environment. Ellen has also completed many different degrees and courses including Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing), Masters of Clinical Nursing, RIPERN,
Ellen has a strong interest in health promotion and improving the health conditions in the community. Ellen loves to study new areas related to health and enjoys a challenge. She is happy to be part of a great team of professionals working together to improve the health of people in our community.
Ellen is currently doing further studies in Nutrition and hopes to be a qualified Nutritionist by 2012.
Ellen has a family of four daughters (8, 12, 14, 24) and her husband is the local Veterinarian in Biloela. She has lived in the area for over 10 years and has a knowledge of the area and health practitioners in the area. She loves spending time with her family and travelling to new places. She has visited China and climbed the Great Wall, the Grand Canyon, and Disneyland with plans to a trip to New Zealand with her family.
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Email: ellen.agius@cqrdgp.com.au
Location: Biloela
Project Liaison Officer - Partners In Mind
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Location: Biloela
Project Liaison Officer
Emma McCullagh
Email: emma.mccullagh@cqrdgp.com.au
Location: Emerald
Project Liaison Officer
Nyleve Semken has commenced part time with the Division as Projects Liaison Officer in the Emerald office. She is currently studying to complete her Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) degree with Central Queensland University and is planning to complete her thesis in 2012. Her current area of interest is mental health in rural and remote areas. Nyleve moved to Emerald in 2003 from Cairns with her husband and four children.
Email: nyleve.semken@cqrdgp.com.au
Location: Emerald