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Guest Speakers

Following is a list of some of the speakers who have informed and entertained us in recent times.

Gary Thorpe Manager, Radio station 4MBS Silver Memories, is a 4MBS service providing memorable music to elderly people
Patrick Prickett Music and Artistic Director, Qld Pops Orchestra Patrick spoke of his experiences in the arts in Australia and his leading role in the Qld Pops Orchestra 
Kathy Hoopman Writer and Teacher Spoke on her achievements as an author. She has won a number of awards for her books
Juliette Wright Founder and CEO of GIVIT GIVIT is a national not-for-profit organisation connecting those who have with those who need
Sister Christine Downs and West Community Support The Sisters of Charity offer encouragement and practical assistance to their neighbours in rural and remote Queensland who are severely affected by matters beyond their control
Prof Dennis Shanks Infectious Disease Physician Prof Shanks spoke on Pandemics Past, Present and Future - How a resilient society can face them 
Kevin Humphreys Mates4Mates Mates4Mates supports current and ex-serving ADF members who are wounded, injured or ill as a result of their service
Pam and Bruce Whiskey's Wish

Whiskey’s Wish helps returned service personnel suffering from PTSD. Cooper, a companion dog, came along to show us how these dogs fit into the rehabilitation process

Liz Jeffs Storyteller, Presenter Spoke on her journey leading to the writing of her book 17 Browning Street
Brian Herd Lawyer, HopgoodGanim Lawyers
We were introduced to aspects of elder law, retirement, disability and aged care. Read about Brian's legal experience.
Jane Smith Author Jane spoke on her book Ship of Death. Visit her website.
Barry Collis Volunteer, Angel Flight Angel Flight provides air and land transport for those who have to travel great distances for medical treatment
Greg Beard Mater Hospital Foundation Mater Hospital history, services and reseach activities
Jim Lergessner Historian, biographer and memoir writer Jim spoke on "Ageing, feeling invisible - Is 70 the new 50?"  See a list of some of his books.
Dee McAlister
 RACQ Dee is a driver education officer and spoke on "Driver education for older people".