COMMUNIT Y P ARTNERS

Annual Repor t 2008

Our vision Empowering people, building communities

Our missionTo develop and grow people and communities by providing caring and innovative lifelong learning and development opportunities and employment services

Our values

Care - for clients, employees and communities

Innovation - welcoming, anticipatingresponding creatively to change

Teamwork - working cooperatively with our clients, employers, partners and communities for the mutual benefi t of all

Challenge - to challenge our clients, our communities and ourselves to be the best we can be

Empowerment - recognising that ourstrength comes from developing strength in others.

Our coverBridging the Gap’s fi rst Global Youth Motiv8 program was a positive and life-changing experience for Kirstie Harrison. One year on and Kirstie is now in full-time employment and undertaking management training at Chicken Treat. See story page 3.

Chair Report 1

Chief Executive Offi cer Report 2

GYM8 a positive and life-changing experience 3

Services as diverse as our communities 4

Auditor’s Report 6

Profi t and Loss Statement 8

Balance Sheet 10

Our Partners 12

Our Board 13

Contents

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The vision of Bridging the Gap Inc. is one of innovation, progression and growth. It is an organisation that provides employment, training and personal development services to people and communities so they can become strong and self-sustaining.

In achieving this vision, its mission is to foster the continual growth and prosperity of people and communities in WA by delivering on the aspirations of such a vision.

I believe there is no other not-for-profi t organisation in this State with similar goals that does it quite as well as Bridging the Gap. The organisation’s stable and professional Board of Management, and its dedicated and committed staff, have contributed to this success.

Our community participants are able to achieve their career pathways through overarching philosophies that include care, innovation and empowerment of individuals. This is supported by excellent teamwork and the courage to face enormous challenges no matter what the circumstance.

When I fi rst became associated with Bridging the Gap some eight years ago, the organisation probably comprised a dozen or so people. It now has some 60 workers in the group! There has been enormous growth in delivery of programs, reputation and success in gaining Government tenders and attracting corporate investment for its programs.

While Bridging the Gap has many programs, some stand out. Among these are the Ngulla Nursery project and the GYM8 program.While addressing the needs of the unemployed remains a very important part of our business, Bridging the Gap has expanded to embrace much more in developing, training and empowering people so they do not become a part of unemployment statistics.

In a labour market with the lowest unemployment in 30 years, there are still people with great needs and the resources boom does not fulfi ll the needs of everyone in our community. Bridging the Gap is literally there to “fi ll the gap”, and continues to meet these challenges in a positive manner.

In late 2007, the fi rst of our 12 GYM8 participants embarked on a life-changing challenge that has brought about employment or further education for each of them. I am happy to report that a second group of young people has now taken up the challenge.

We extend our thanks to program partner Raleigh International, LotteryWest (which has provided fi nancial support for the project over the next two years) and each of our sponsors who have supported these young people.

In early 2007, the Life Long Learning Centre was established. The Centre has already been tried, tested and proved successful, justifying investment in the facility several times over.

Bridging the Gap is grateful for the support of industry in many of its programs and particularly for the generous involvement of BHP Billiton in the Ngulla Nursery project that has grown so successfully over the past two years.

We also acknowledge the continuing support of Local Government including the City of Rockingham, Town of Kwinana, City of Cockburn and City of East Fremantle.

Thanks also to the Federal and State Government for on-going fi nancial support of many Bridging the Gap programs. Without this, our clients would not have the support essential for developing a sustainable future.

Chair Report 2008Skills and labour shortages are the biggest challenge in our communities at present and Bridging the Gap is addressing these issues through representation on the South West Corridor Development Foundation and Kwinana Industries Council, both of which are developing workforce development plans.

Our membership of JOBFutures continues to provide us with high level support in access to research data, knowledge of industry and material to support.

We were very proud to be recognised as a fi nalist in the South Coast Regional Chambers of Commerce Business Awards in 2007 and also as a fi nalist in the WA Youth awards.

This report would not be complete without acknowledging the voluntary contribution from the professional men and women who serve on the Board of Management. My personal thanks to each of them.

With rapid expansion inevitably comes extra workload and stress for staff and the executive team. We acknowledge the enormity of this task, and commend all our staff, with particular mention of the senior management team, the CEO Colin Kerr and his Deputy, Martin Leavesley. We thank each of our people for their commitment, loyalty and professionalism.

The Board remains strategically focused and is solidly placed to continue over the coming years.

Lynne WoolfendenChair

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Chief Executive Offi cer Report 2008This year has been a particularly challenging one with a focus on consolidation and growth at the same time.

The consolidation was necessary to ensure Bridging the Gap could continue to deliver the 12 contracts to assist people to address their particular challenges and access employment.

Our services are complemented by the programs delivered through the Lifelong Learning Centre, Ngulla Community Nursery and Global Youth Motiv8 program where services to the community provide a social capital dividend as well as assisting individuals to achieve their personal goals.

The growth in quantity terms came from increases in the numbers being serviced in programs such as Job Network and Connections and the expansion of the Ngulla Community Nursery and Global Youth Motiv8 (GYM8) operations.

With offi ces in the metropolitan area and the Mid West/Gascoyne, Bridging the Gap has serviced more than 3500 people this year in addition to the Local Community Partnership in Fremantle assisting in 17 schools and the Regional Industry Coordinator working throughout industry from Fremantle to Mandurah.

The growth in our Job Network has come about due to high level of performance. Our business share in Rockingham/Kwinana has increased 300% over the contract period while Connections (students in transition) has produced a high level of achievement in assisting students into further studies or employment. This has seen an additional program established with Rockingham Senior High School for students from local schools to assist them access training or employment.

Bridging the Gap’s Lifelong Learning Centre in Rockingham is now fully utilised for various types of training ranging from computer training for mature-aged people to business studies for young people, and hosts many groups for meetings and seminars. It is expected the number of groups requesting access to the Centre will soon exceed its capacity - something that on the one hand is extremely pleasing to see and, on the other, creates challenges for the future.

The Ngulla Community Nursery is now a registered entity under Bridging the Gap and is directed initially by a hard-working Steering Committee with representatives from all partners.

Infrastructure for the commercial preparation of plants has progressed signifi cantly and is now ready for accreditation while the ability to conduct projects for groups continues to address the development of the remainder of the property.

Training has been a secondary focus to preparing plants, yet we have seen numerous groups attend Ngulla and complete Certifi cates in Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management through our relationship with Murray House. In the coming year, the focus will be on training and project work with a scaling down of the wholesaling of plants.

Our foray into the international market last year with our GYM8 program has paid off. The program, which offers young people the opportunity to address their personal issues while on expedition in Sabah, Borneo, has proved extremely successful. All 12 participants have developed personal plans and are now in employment or attending TAFE or University.

The result has surpassed our expectation and has proven i) that we can establish and manage such an initiative, and ii) that these young people, with support from staff, can achieve what was they thought unlikely at fi rst.

A second group will follow in the fi rst group’s footsteps with similar dreams and ambitions and this is possible only with the support of corporate sponsors.

We aim to expand this initiative further with research into offering the opportunity to young people in schools and also marketing of a corporate challenge in Kota Kinabalu. A longstanding service has been given to schools and community through our Careers Caravan delivering career advice and guidance to students throughout the Rockingham, Kwinana and Cockburn areas. Bridging the Gap aims to upgrade this service in the coming year as labour market conditions change and we see the opportunity to engage with industry and local business who now face not only a skill shortage but a labour shortage.

Our regional services in Geraldton and Carnarvon have improved over the past year with strong results in assisting people as far as Meekatharra and Wiluna to address their personal circumstances and access their desired employment.

One of our greatest challenges has been a refocus on the needs of the employers who now face issues of skill and staff shortages. Membership of Kwinana Industries Council and the South West Corridor Employment Development Committee provides an opportunity to have input to developing strategies to address the broader issue of the impact of the changing labour market.

Bridging the Gap’s performance this year has only been possible through the hard work of staff who demonstrate an empathy and understanding for the people who come through our doors.

My thanks again to all staff and Directors of the Board who provide signifi cant support in ensuring we achieve our goals each year.

This year, we have realigned our business to take into account the impact of the Baby Boomers reaching retirement age and labour market changes from one of plentiful supply to one of skills and labour shortages.

At Bridging the Gap, we maintain our focus on those in need of support and assistance to prepare for entry to the workplace and balancing that with the identifi ed skills shortages.

The Australian Government has now increased access to programs for clients with disabilities, single parents, Indigenous, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse clients and those with mental health issues and others, therefore requiring development in knowledge and skills to be able to assist these groups.

In October, our Chairperson Graham Sauvage, stood down from his position after 20 years service with Bridging the Gap South, Bridging the Gap Partners and Bridging the Gap Inc.

On behalf of the Board, employees and myself, I offer sincere thanks to Graham for his many years of dedicated service.

Colin KerrChief Executive Offi cer

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GYM8 a positive and life-changing experienceOne year on and life has changed forever for the 12 young people from Rockingham and Kwinana who took part in a Global Youth Motiv8 (GYM) project during 2007-2008.

All 12 are now positively engaged in either full- or part-time employment, education or training, are contributing to the community, and have greater confi dence and life skills with which to forge a bright future for themselves and others.

Each participant has his or her own story.

One, previously homeless and with extremely low self esteem, is now completing a horticultural apprenticeship and has moved out of supported accommodation to live on his own.

Another, referred to GYM8 from Mission Australia, is now studying toward a psychology degree at Murdoch University and is working part-time with Mission Employment.

While each person’s story is different, there is one striking similarity: participation in the GYM8 project has allowed these young people to positively turn their lives around.

Conducted by Bridging the Gap in partnership with UK-based Raleigh International, the project is designed to help disadvantaged young people develop skills and self-confi dence in a fun and challenging environment beyond the classroom and workplace.

Sponsored by the Department for Communities, Offi ce for Youth, it aims to facilitate, empower and support young people to take charge of their lives, contribute positively to the community and successfully manage independence and their transition into adulthood.

It challenges young people emotionally and physically, helping them to develop social, practical and life skills, and building the self-belief, confi dence and motivation to enhance their employment and life prospects.

The journey for the Rockingham/Kwinana participants started with a seven-day preparatory camp in Western Australia, followed by a 10-week overseas expedition to Sabah, in Borneo, where they joined other young volunteers from around the world to complete important community development projects.

They built a suspension bridge in a conservation area, brought water to a community by building a water gravity feed system, and helped with construction of an Eco Lodge that will create sustained employment for people in a small village.

They also embraced an adventure challenge, testing their physical endurance and resilience by climbing to the top of Mount Kinabalu.On their return to Australia, the participants put their new skills to work on local community initiatives.

They planted 12,000 plants at The Village at Wellard for Peet Limited (a supporter of the project), got involved in an urban art project, and helped raise funds to support the next GYM8 crew.

At the same time, they set new life goals – including work, study or training - and set about achieving them.

Now, there’s a new group of eight young people embarking on the life-changing GYM8 journey.

Bridging the Gap has committed to deliver the GYM8 project for three years (2007-2009) and will work toward making it self-sustaining by 2010-2011.

Bridging the Gap plans to further expand its involvement this year by recruiting for Raleigh International and British Military Fitness, and employing Raleigh International representative, Andy Wahid, from February 2009.It will also:

o offer young people aged 17-24 years the chance to take part in a self-funded expedition

o explore the possibility of providing a two-week expedition for school students to complete their community service obligations

o seek people over 25 years of age to act as Project Managers (self-funded),

o consider running an Australian expedition to work on community development initiatives with remote Indigenous communities, and

o promote the fi ve-day Kinabalu Challenge to sporting and business organisations to help raise money for charity.

Raleigh International says GYM8 gives young people a chance to “be part of something amazing”.

For Bridging the Gap’s fi rst GYM8 participants, it was certainly an incredibly positive and life changing experience.

GYM8 ROAR Camp

Services as diverse as our communitiesTim builds a careerTim Battista is building a career as a bricklayer thanks to Bridging the Gap’s Connections program that helps young students transition into employment and training.

Struggling at school, Tim fi rst came to Bridging the Gap’s Lifelong Learning Centre to take part in an alternative learning program. With low self esteem, a lack of confi dence, little motivation and family issues, he continued to struggle and was referred to the Connections program.

In partnership with the Connections consultants, Tim set about improving his life skills and developed a career plan.

Although challenged and wanting to quit several times, Tim persisted and completed a pre-apprenticeship in general construction.He is now completing a bricklaying apprenticeship.

Age no barrier for MelitaWhoever coined the phrase “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks” had obviously never met Melita Burdett.

Determined to keep up with modern technology, this lively and curious 85-year-old pensioner has completed the 1st Click and 2nd Click computer courses run by Bridging the Gap at its Lifelong Learning Centre.

As the oldest person in her class, Melita fi rst thought she was “the dunce of the class”.

Then she told herself “well, I can do something” – and do something she did.

Melita has now bought a computerised embroidery machine and makes personalised pieces to sell from home.

Keren shows the wayA desire to be a role model for Indigenous people started Keren on an employment journey that has now taken him to the position of supervisor for Beurteaux Australia.

An Indigenous elder in the Rockingham/Kwinana area, Keren had been a Community Development Employment Program supervisor for about a decade.

Although reluctant to join a Job Network, he had a strong desire to get a job so he could become a role model for his CDEP project team and family.

With help from Bridging the Gap, Keren developed a resume that detailed his strong knowledge and skills and secured a position with Beurteaux Australia.

He encountered some racism initially and was able to successfully manage these issues with the support of Bridging the Gap, his supervisor and the company.

Bridging the Gap provided on-going support, making on-site visits and providing a mentor.

Keren is now a supervisor and Indigenous mentor at Beurteaux. The company has also been recognised, winning Bridging the Gap’s Employer of the Year Award in 2007.

A better life for VaughnLife will never be the same for 18-year-old Vaughn Edwards after taking part in Bridging the Gap’s Global Youth Motiv8 (GYM8) program (see story, page 3).

Today, this motivated teenager is doing a horticultural apprenticeship, has a lifelong career plan, and is living on his own.

It’s a far cry from where he was just over a year ago. Then, he was living in a St John of God shared accommodation facility and battling to cope with a challenging history of family breakdown, insecurity, lack of confi dence and extreme shyness.

The GYM8 program gave Vaughn a chance to turn his life around and now there’s no looking back.

Vaughn Edwards

Tim Battista

Melita Burdett

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Services as diverse as our communities

Tanika Mitchell

Tanika strikes the right noteTanika Mitchell was a teenager in danger of losing her way in life until she joined Bridging the Gap’s Connections program.

Tanika had no family support, had not been to school for six months, lacked direction and had no career plan when she was referred to Connections by the Education Department.

The program gave her the support and guidance she needed to get back on track. With help from her consultant, she enrolled in and successfully completed the Gaining Access to Training and Education (GATE) course as well as completing a Certifi cate 1 in Music.

Tanika is now completing a Certifi cate III in music and is doing well.Her passion for music may take her all the way to the top as she plans to audition for Australian Idol.

Nursery continues to fl ourishBridging the Gap’s Ngulla Community Nursery in Casuarina has continued to fl ourish over the past year.

The nursery is achieving one of its primary aims, providing hands-on education and training to a range of young people.

In partnership with Murray House, certifi cate courses in horticulture and Conservation and Land Management have been delivered. A group from the June O’Connor Centre also completed a Certifi cate 1 in Horticulture.

Twenty Green Corps participants, and students from the Warnbro, Rockingham and Malibu Special Schools, have also received training.

In partnership with South West Horticulture, the nursery successfully applied for funding from the WA Department of Education and Training for a Growing Towards Wellness program for people with mental health issues.

It is also partnering with the College of Innovation and Industry Skills to provide a facility two days per week to deliver a Horticultural Landscape Certifi cate III and IV, and a Diploma course, to 20 international students from Sri Lanka.

Ngulla Nursery

Ngulla Nursery

As well as providing training, the nursery continues to meet a commercial need for plant stock at the new Village at Wellard residential development.

About 30,000 plants were supplied and planted this year, with other plants supplied to environmental groups for community projects.Other developments include the construction of a mud brick training room, generously funded by BHP, and the construction of a hothouse for nurturing plants.

The commercial nursery area of the property has also been identifi ed and separated from the rest of the property that can now be used by individuals and community groups for horticultural projects.Looking ahead, the nursery will continue to strive to evolve into a fi nancially viable nursery operation that will be an asset to the community and local industry.

The nursery’s continued success is largely due to the continued support of the project partners: Peet Limited Joint Venture, Medina Aboriginal Cultural Community, Town of Kwinana, BHP (NickelWest) and Bridging the Gap.

Financial support from Peet Limited Joint Venture and BHP is acknowledged and appreciated.

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Auditor’s Report

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Profi t & Loss StatementBRIDGING THE GAP INC.

PO Box 675 Rockingham WA 6968

Profit & Loss Statement

July 2007 through June 200815/08/20082:27:48 PM

IncomeIncome received $3,944,902.21Commercial Income $10,545.46Profit on Sale of Vehicle $1,889.04Interest Received $103,515.78

Total Income $4,060,852.49

ExpensesGeneral Expenses

GYM donation $66,402.82Advertising & Promotion $25,415.95Amenities for staff & group $25,333.48Awards $2,114.54Bank Account Costs

Bank Charges & Fees $1,546.35Total Bank Account Costs $1,546.35Building Maintenance expenses $8,843.37Caravan Expenses $2,291.87Catering $6,796.76Consultant fees $27,732.99Depreciation $51,751.00Donations $1,040.00Amortisation of L/Hold Impvmt $70,545.97Insurance $54,731.22Legal & Accounting $3,857.11Postage & Freight $9,992.07Printing & Publications $22,760.75Stationery $29,199.97Ngulla Expenses $96,356.81Equipment & Computer Costs

Computer download expense $11,337.99Computer Licence & Software $6,088.65Computer Maintenance & Support $52,070.41Equip Rental & Maintenance $7,225.02Equipment <$1000 $8,661.89

Total Equipment & Computer Costs $85,383.96Membership Costs

Chamber & Partnerships -$90.91Seminars & Conferences $5,808.89Subscription & Memberships $21,731.59

Total Membership Costs $27,449.57Project Costs

Clients expenses $514,754.60Jpet Brokerage $25,215.42

Total Project Costs $539,970.02Utilities Costs

Cleaning $15,826.50Gas $421.50Electricity & Water $17,477.85Rent $190,460.26Telephone & Mobiles $51,085.31

Total Utilities Costs $275,271.42Vehicles

Fuel & Associated costs $63,723.56Licenses & Insurance $16,792.39Loan Interest & Fees $57,315.95less Car Contributions -$17,451.38Loss on sale of vehicles $44,270.12

Total Vehicles $164,650.64Total General Expenses $1,599,438.64Wages Expenses

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BRIDGING THE GAP INC.

Profit & Loss Statement

July 2007 through June 200815/08/20082:27:48 PM

Gross WagesWages & Salaries $2,300,285.66Superannuation $202,619.42Workers Compensation -$620.10

Total Gross Wages $2,502,284.98Accruals Leave

Annual Leave Accrual -$15,666.03Long Service Leave Accrual $11,444.03Sick Leave Accrual $18,029.52

Total Accruals Leave $13,807.52Total Wages Expenses $2,516,092.50Other Wages Costs

Mileage Allowance $1,670.79Travel & Meals $56,712.79Staff training $27,496.07

Total Other Wages Costs $85,879.65Total Expenses $4,201,410.79

Operating Profit -$140,558.30

Other ExpensesAdjustments $100.00Gift fund payments -$39.57

Total Other Expenses $60.43

Net Profit/(Loss) -$140,618.73

Profi t & Loss Statement

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Balance SheetBRIDGING THE GAP INC.

PO Box 675 Rockingham WA 6968

Balance Sheet

As of June 200815/08/20082:26:19 PM

AssetsBendigo Bank

Term Deposit $408,000.00Term Deposit 2 $220,000.00Term Deposit 3 $372,000.00Debit account $17,742.54

Bank AccountsBTG 0281616 Operations $280,164.31BTG 0419934 LCP $113,097.64BTG 0422977 CWC $21,611.76BTG 0461787 PBI Charity $412.30BTG 055852 Business Bonus $1,538.23Investment Term Deposits

Term Deposit 089-199103-4 $5,938.80Total Investment Term Deposits $5,938.80Petty Cash Accounts

Petty Cash Rockingham $350.00Petty Cash Fremantle $300.00Petty Cash - Born Road $200.00Petty Cash Kwinana $150.00Petty Cash - Geraldton $1,037.95Petty Cash Carnarvon $100.00Petty Cash JN Client float $500.00Fuel Petty Cash $120.00

Total Petty Cash Accounts $2,757.95Total Bank Accounts $425,520.99Accounts Receivable $30,715.27Holding Accounts

Electronic Clearing Account $1,973.76Payroll Wage Loans (see2-5060) $500.00Staff Uniforms(see 2-5050) $1,495.58

Total Holding Accounts $3,969.34Fixed Assets

Lease Hold ImprovmentsLeasehold Improvements $152,212.06Provision for L/Hold Improvmts -$112,820.16

Total Lease Hold Improvments $39,391.90Plant & Equipment

Plant & Equipment $74,457.82Demountable $12,000.00Caravan (Born Rd) $2,000.00Trailer (Born Rd) $3,152.33Prov. for Dep - Plant & Equip -$50,098.85

Total Plant & Equipment $41,511.30Furniture & Fixtures

Furniture & Fixtures at Cost $44,963.99Prov. for Dep.- Furn & Fix's -$29,273.24

Total Furniture & Fixtures $15,690.75Computer Epuipment

Computer Systems $212,537.18Prov. for Dep. - Computer Sys -$158,531.18

Total Computer Epuipment $54,006.00Current Vehicles/Cvan

Vehicle 1CUN 996 $23,181.82Vehicle 1CVK 820 $22,315.56Vehicle 1CVK 819 $22,315.56Vehicle 1CQW608 $31,285.45Vehicle 1CMC 508 $26,804.36Vehicle 1CQW 285 $31,285.45Vehicle 1CUO 092 $23,181.82Vehicle 1CNP 346 $43,000.00

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Balance SheetBRIDGING THE GAP INC.

Balance Sheet

As of June 200815/08/20082:26:19 PM

Vehicle 1CQL431 $31,379.68Vehicle 1CVK 698 $31,730.00Vehicle 1CQL255 $32,443.00Vehicle 1CQL256 $32,978.00Vehicle 1CRX 791 $18,818.18Vehicle 1CLI 145 $26,681.64

Total Current Vehicles/Cvan $397,400.52Total Fixed Assets $548,000.47

Total Assets $2,025,948.61

LiabilitiesAccounts Payable $118,879.43GST Liabilities

GST Collected $117,699.52GST Paid -$56,186.92

Total GST Liabilities $61,512.60Payroll Liabilities

PAYG Liability $32,340.42Salary Sacrifice STEP -$627.25SGC Superannuation $23,585.81Additional Superannuation $200.00

Total Payroll Liabilities $55,498.98Provision for Leave Accruals

Annual Leave Accrual $96,826.55Long Service Accrual $102,517.92Sick Leave Accrual $138,245.93

Total Provision for Leave Accruals $337,590.40Social Club $2,669.18Social Club - Geraldton $425.93Payroll Wage Loans -$250.00EDN Ent Profit from Experience $9,173.11Born Road $45,000.00Cadbury $1,463.08Caltex Fuel Account -$6,110.59Reimbursment $31,094.35Charity

GYM $2,146.86Gift Fund $4,317.25

Current Motor VehiclesVehicle Loan 1CUN 996 $23,181.82Vehicle Loan 1CVK 820 $22,315.56Vehicle Loan 1CVK 819 $22,315.56Vehicle Loan 1CQW 608 $31,285.45Vehicle Loan 1CMC 508 $26,804.36Vehicle Loan 1CQW 285 $31,285.45Vehicle Loan 1CUO 092 $23,181.82Vehicle Loan 1CNP 346 $43,000.00Vehicle LOan 1CVK 698 $31,630.00Vehicle Loan 1CLI 145 $26,681.64Vehicle loan 1CQL431 $31,379.68Vehicle Loan 1CQL256 $32,978.00Vehicle Loan 1CRX 791 $18,818.18Vehicle Loan 1CQL255 $32,443.00Old Vehicle Loans

Total Current Motor Vehicles $397,300.52Total Liabilities $1,060,711.10

Net Assets

$965,237.51

EquityRetained Earnings $1,105,856.24Current Earnings -$140,618.73

Total Equity

$965,237.51

Our Partners

Government funding bodiesDepartment of Education Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR)

Contracted to deliver Job Network, Job Placement, Education and Training (JPET), Remote Area Services and a Community Work Coordinator.

Career Transition Services Enterprise Learning in the 21st Century, Local Community Partnerships (Fremantle), Regional Industry Career Advisor Services and Connections in the South West Metropolitan region

Western Australian Department of Education and Training (WADET)

Bridging the Gap provided services under the Employment Directions Network and First Click program.

Accord / Crox City of Rockingham

Doral Minerals Peet Ltd The Village at Wellard

HMAS Stirling BHP Billiton Nickel West

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SPONSORS

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Lynne Woolfenden (Chair)Lynne is a Community Relations Offi cer for NuFarm Australia Limited. She is also Secretary to the Kwinana Industries Education Partnership Board, Chairs Rockingham Senior High School’s Council, and is also Chair of the Kwinana Community Arts Centre Board.

Lynne brings to the Board an extensive background in industry, local government and education through her roles in public relations, journalism and experience with educational programs and partnerships.

Graham Sauvage (Vice Chairperson)Graham has a long history of active community service and professional vocational support and involvement. He has been a Rotarian for more than 20 years and has held the positions of President, District Secretary and Assistant District Governor, and has been twice honoured with Paul Harris Fellowships.

He currently Chairs the City of Melville Aged Persons Homes Trust and is a core member (layperson) of the South Metropolitan Health Service Human Research Ethics Committee.

Graham places great importance on the need to put something back into our society, and his dedication and commitment to community service is founded on the belief that individuals, by way of positive active involvement, can make a difference to those less advantaged.

John Stott (Treasurer)John is a Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants and CPA Australia as well as having been a Justice of the Peace since 1982. He has brought considerable expertise to the organisation at a time of growth and contributes to all other aspects of business with the same enthusiasm.

Lorraine DunklingA Rockingham City Councillor, Lorraine has an interest in community issues and service to the community. She has been active in the Lions Club as well as previously serving on Bridging the Gap’s Board. She brings a broad knowledge of the community to her role as a Board member.

Our BoardKaren Ward (resigned)Currently employed at SoundWorks (a specialised employment service for people with disabilities), Karen has 20 years experience in assisting long term unemployed, youth, sole parents, ex-offenders, mature aged and people with disabilities in pursuing employment.

Resigned March 2008

Linda HolmesLinda has had a career spanning 40 years in industry in Rockingham, Kwinana and Fremantle. She has worked for BP Refi nery, Australian Iron and Steel (BHP), World Services and Construction, United Construction and, later, Cofl exip Stena Offshore which was later to be taken over by Technip Oceania. In 2005, Linda “retired” to work as a Human Resource Consultant and travel and pursue other interests.

Bruce CairnsBruce has run an electrical contracting business for 35 years and has a long history of community service. He has been involved in Rotary for 30 years and presently serves on Rotary’s Sail Into Life charitable Trust committee. He is a former President of the Roleystone Country Club and Roleystone Football Club, where he lived before moving to Rockingham for a sea change with wife Judy.

Alan MeneyAlan is a Senior Policy Offi cer with the Department of Employment and Training with an extensive background in education. He was formerly the Foundation Principal of Murdoch College and Foundation Principal of four secondary schools and one primary school in British Columbia (Canada). He has also worked as a Curriculum Consultant with the British Columbia Ministry of Education and is a former Director of Swanleigh Residential College.

Bridging the Gap Board membersBack, from left: John Stott, Graham Sauvage, Bruce CairnsFront, from left: Karen Ward, Linda Holmes, Lorraine Dunkling, Lynne Woolfenden.Absent: Alan Meney

Rockingham

10 Leghorn Street

ROCKINGHAM WA 6168

Tel: (08) 9550 1111

Fax: (08) 9592 8217

Spearwood 13 Kent St

SPEARWOOD

Tel: (08) 9434 6575

Fax: (08) 9434 6794

Kwinana

Commercial Centre, 24b/43 Meares Avenue

KWINANA WA 6167

Tel: (08) 9419 2553

Fax: (08) 9439 2552

Geraldton

43 Chapman Road

GERALDTON WA

Tel: (08) 9965 5777

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