Xstrata Community Partnership Program North Queensland. Xstrata Community Partnership Program North Queensland

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1 Xstrata Community Partnership Program North Queensland Xstrata Community Partnership Program North Queensland Community Partnerships

2 Making a difference in North Queensland communities The Xstrata Community Partnership Program North Queensland (XCPPNQ) has provided more than $11 million over six years to support North Queensland communities. Above: Children ready for school Brilla Brilla Community Centre. Front cover: Interactive white boards at Queens Beach State School Bowen. Through the XCPPNQ, Xstrata s copper and zinc businesses have formed partnerships with North Queensland charities, community groups and government departments that make a real difference to the way we live in rural and regional North Queensland. In 2010 XCPPNQ entered its sixth year of operation and continued to deliver results through partnerships in Mount Isa, Cloncurry, Townsville and Bowen, where many of our employees and their families live and work. Our partnerships are delivering results in the areas of health, education, social and community development, enterprise and job creation, the environment and arts and culture. As our partnerships draw to a close, we take this opportunity to congratulate our outgoing partners on the successful outcomes they achieved under the partnership program, and to review the highlights of their achievements.

3 Xstrata Community Partnership Program North Queensland Partnerships Spinifex State College students in the newly established Spinifex Future Classroom The XCPPNQ provided funding for Neville O Keefe to complete Certificate II and III courses in hospitality and catering Participants of the Myuma Dugalungi program learned skills in mining and civil construction during a 13 week residential course M O U N T I S A Spinifex State College: Junior Campus Future Classroom Spinifex State College is the only public high school providing secondary education in Mount Isa, with enrolments at it s Junior Campus (years 8 10) exceeding 600 students. Xstrata partnered with Spinifex State College Junior Campus to update and improve the school s technology resources including the development of a media classroom for students to gain exposure to state of the art multimedia technology. The Spinifex Future Classroom has been fully functional since 2009 and operates with 28 IT stations. In addition to the development of this specialised media classroom, funds have enabled the college to provide data projectors and speakers in 27 classrooms and to purchase four interactive whiteboards and associated educational software to be used across key learning areas. NWQICSS: Indigenous Traineeships Xstrata partnered with North West Queensland Indigenous Catholic Social Services (NWQICSS) to fund two indigenous traineeships annually for disadvantaged indigenous students. Between 2008 and 2010 six participants undertook traineeships and have successfully gained qualifications and employment in the areas of Hospitality, Child Services, Training and Assessment and Community Services. NWQICSS and Mount Isa Communities for Children: Brilla Brilla community centre and playgroup Xstrata s partnership with North West Queensland Indigenous Catholic Social Services (NWQICSS) and Mount Isa Communities for Children has helped deliver a daily breakfast program at the Brilla Brilla Community Centre at Yallambee Indigenous community, and make improvements to the centre s kitchen and laundry facilities, providing long term benefits for the community. The breakfast program, aimed at assisting low-income Indigenous families send their children to school, is ongoing with approximately 5,400 breakfasts and school lunches prepared at the centre each year. Myuma Pty Ltd: Dugalungi Civil Construction and Mining Skills Prevocational Program Myuma Pty Ltd is a not-for-profit civil construction and labour hire business operated by the Traditional Custodians of the Camooweal region, the Indjilandji/ Dithannoi people. Xstrata partnered with Myuma to fund places for indigenous participants in a 13 week residential Civil Construction and Mining Skills Prevocational program. Two programs are run annually at Myuma s award winning Dugalungi Camp. In addition, funds have enabled the expansion of training and mentoring services delivered to course participants during and between programs. Through the partnership, the program is delivering promising results with most graduates securing full-time employment. During the partnership, 162 participants successfully graduated from the program with over 70% of graduates securing ongoing employment. Xstrata Community Partnership Program North Queensland 1

4 Riversleigh expedition team members unearth the fossilised skeleton of a Diprotodon at Floraville Station Simulated medical mannequin SimMan receives emergency first aid treatment from members of Xstrata s Mines Rescue Squad Establishing the Mount Isa Diabetes Clinic provided a dedicated diabetes management service to the Mount Isa community University of New South Wales: Riversleigh Fossil Project The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is one of Australia s leading research and teaching universities. Through it s commitment to new and creative approaches to education and research, UNSW continues to attract students and scholars from around the world and produce high quality graduates. Xstrata partnered with the UNSW to help fund a number of collaborative educational, environmental and research initiatives into the geological and palaeontological resources of the World Heritage listed Riversleigh Fossil Trail in North West Queensland. Riversleigh fieldwork conducted annually at Lawn Hill has discovered several new significant and fossil-rich sites including one of the first freshwater fish-rich sites known from Riversleigh. Development of The Xstrata Mineral and Fossil Trail continues with several more mineral and fossil sites identified and surveyed to include as part of the trail. MICRRH: SimMan and SimBaby medical mannequins The Mount Isa Centre for Rural and Remote Health (MICRRH) aims to develop a centre of excellence in rural and remote health through multi-disciplinary education and training research. Xstrata partnered with the Mount Isa Centre for Rural and Remote Health in 2005 to provide local and regional health professionals with training in the diagnosis and implementation of advanced emergency medical procedures. The partnership has enabled MICRRH to purchase SimMan and SimBaby, computer controlled simulated medical mannequins, as well as other critical equipment such as an intubating scope for the operating theatre and an EZIO (intraosseous drill) for the Mount Isa Hospital Emergency Department to support the implementation of an effective training curriculum. Since the partnership began, funding from Xstrata has assisted in providing this critical training to over one thousand health professionals in the region. The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) joined this program in March 2008, enabling training to be extended to health professionals in outlying communities. Queensland Health: Mount Isa Diabetes Clinic Diabetes is a serious chronic health problem affecting 7% of Australians and approximately 24% of Indigenous Australians. As almost a quarter of Mount Isa Health Service District s population is indigenous, access to local diabetes management service is of great importance. Xstrata partnered with Queensland Health in 2005 to provide consistent, modern diabetes management for Mount Isa and surrounding communities through the Mount Isa Diabetes Clinic. The clinic targets prevention, early intervention, treatment and self-management of diabetes while also providing training for health workers and community education on living with and preventing diabetes. Since the partnership began the Mount Isa Diabetes Clinic has provided over 6,000 free consultations to local patients. The clinic also conducts regular outreach visits to Mornington Island, Doomadgee and Normanton servicing on average 270 clients per community. Laura Johnson Home: Equipment Upgrades The Laura Johnson home is the only aged care facility servicing the Mount Isa Region and provides critical services aimed at assisting its clientele to maintain their independence. Xstrata partnered with the Laura Johnson Home to upgrade existing equipment and furniture, and to undertake a community survey and feasibility study into the Home s future. The funding has also enabled the Home to upgrade their fire safety system resulting in a saving of over $15,000 in unnecessary callout fees, purchase equipment such as new tilt chairs and a shower trolley for residents, and undertake much needed bathroom renovations. North West Wildlife Carer s Group: Native Animal and Wildlife Care Program Funding provided to the North West Wildlife Carer s Group has enabled them to provide a free community service to rescue and rehabilitate injured native wildlife in the Mount Isa region. Since the partnership commenced over 400 native animals have been rehabilitated and returned to their native environment. Through regular visits to schools and community groups, the North West Carers Group also educates the broader community about the importance of native animals in our ecosystem. 2 Xstrata Community Partnership Program North Queensland

5 Participants of the Murri Mens Group perform at the Burke Street Intervention Centre Cloncurry Swimming Pool s new spectator shade Tuckshop improvements have supported healthy eating at Cloncurry State School NWQICSS: Burke Street Intervention Centre Xstrata has partnered with North West Queensland Indigenous Catholic Social Services (NWQICSS) since 2007 to assist in the provision of ongoing diversionary initiatives to combat issues associated with alcohol and substance abuse by developing the Burke Street diversionary centre. Xstrata s funding has enabled the concept of the centre to become a reality. The centre is now fully operational and full-time counselling staff is employed to run the centre s programs. Additionally the centre plays host to the Murri Men s and Women s Groups who continue to be engaged in arts and crafts activities at Burke Street. A series of personal development programs has also been developed for the men s groups. The centre also runs a 16 week intervention program which exposes participants to educational resources which assist them in developing important social, cultural and life skills. The intervention program has reported a 46% graduation rate with aftercare and relapse prevention support provided. With consideration to the seriousness of the issues dealt with throughout the program the partnership has been considered highly successful. C L O N C U R R Y Cloncurry Shire Council: Shade for Cloncurry Swimming Pool and Skate Park Xstrata partnered with Cloncurry Shire Council to provide funding to aid in the installation of shade structures at the Cloncurry Swimming Pool and at the local skate park. The partnership aimed to make recreation areas in the town more sun-smart and more enjoyable for people to use. A large shade structure was installed at the pool in 2009 providing much needed shade at the facility. Shade structures will also be installed at the skate park in early 2011 in time for National Youth Week celebrations. Cloncurry State School: Instrumental Music Program Xstrata partnered with Cloncurry State School to develop the school s Instrumental Music Program. Partnership funding has helped the school to upgrade old equipment and to purchase a range of new instruments that had not previously been available to students. In 2008 the school enhanced its percussion section with two new xylophones, some snare drums, an electric drum kit and timpani. In 2009 it purchased a new drum kit, saxophone and euphonium and in 2010 the school purchased a bass guitar, music stands and a PA system. The school has around 30 band members and all of these students have enjoyed having access to instruments and equipment purchased through the program. Cloncurry Multi-Purpose Health Service: Aged care and ward improvements Cloncurry Multi-Purpose Health Service (MPHS) is one of Cloncurry s major health service providers and it works in conjunction with other providers to deliver a range of services within the Cloncurry community. Xstrata partnered with the MPHS to assist with funding for new equipment that would help to improve aged care and ward services. During the partnership MPHS purchased new furniture to make its aged care area more comfortable for residents, as well as specialised items including a diagnosis and testing machine, portable syringe drivers and electric beds and mattresses. Cloncurry State School: Tuckshop improvements and IT upgrades Xstrata partnered with Cloncurry State School to support and encourage healthy eating and to enhance the school s information technology (IT) learning environment. The partnership has enabled the school to renovate its tuckshop area to create a more modern facility. The improvements have helped the school to provide breakfast for students in line with its Healthy Eating Initiatives Program during To improve its IT facilities, the school purchased five new digital cameras, a mobile interactive whiteboard, a data projector, three Short Throw Multi Media projectors and 10 DSI Lite Consoles with educational games for use as a behaviour management strategy. The school also relocated its Administration and Curriculum Server and purchased ergonomic furniture for its computer laboratory. Xstrata Community Partnership Program North Queensland 3

6 The XCPPNQ provided funding to improve indoor and outdoor play areas at Cloncurry Kindergarten Students of St Joseph s Catholic Primary School at Cloncurry enjoy their new learning environment Funding for club programs at Cloncurry PCYC has enabled the development of activities for Cloncurry s youth Cloncurry Kindergarten: Indoor and outdoor play area improvements Cloncurry Kindergarten is the only early childhood educational centre in the Cloncurry Shire, an area covering 48,112 square kilometres. Xstrata partnered with the Kindergarten to support alterations and improvements to indoor and outdoor play areas at the facility. The Kindergarten has used its partnership funding to enclose an existing play area and to install air conditioning, creating a more pleasant learning environment for children. It has also constructed a colourful castle-like play space, an undercover gazebo area, a new shed for storing play equipment and a stage platform in the outdoor playground area. The purchase of educational resources and equipment has replaced outdated learning equipment in order to comply with mandatory criteria and guidelines expected of Early Childhood Centres. With around 30 children enrolled at the Kindergarten and additional children of families from pastoral properties outside of town attending on a casual basis, the partnership has extended benefits to a large number of families in and around Cloncurry. Cloncurry Shire Council: Community and Economic Development Advisor Cloncurry is a major rural centre in North West Queensland based largely on the pastoral and mining industries. The shire boasts a population of around 3,500 people. Xstrata partnered with Cloncurry Shire Council to fund a new position within council to promote community and economic development. The three year partnership was aimed to assist the town to grow and develop to its full potential. The Community Development Manager was appointed in 2008 and continues to promote Cloncurry as a great place to live and work. A Master Plan for a new Recreation Grounds and Equestrian Centre has been developed and a Tourism and Economic Plan is expected to be completed in early St Joseph s Catholic Primary School: IT upgrades Xstrata partnered with St Joseph s to assist with IT upgrades that would enhance the student learning environment. Program funding has enabled the school to purchase 50 new laptop computers and a specialised trolley to store and transport the equipment between classrooms. Four interactive whiteboards have also been purchased, providing students and teachers across all year levels with access to modern multimedia resources during lessons. The program also enabled the school to install a new alarm and public address system throughout the school along with a new phone system connecting the administration area with all classrooms to improve safety and communication across the school grounds. PCYC: Sergeant and club programs Throughout Queensland, Police Citizens Youth Clubs (PCYC) facilitate and encourage participation in sporting, recreation, cultural and welfare programs. They aim to improve the lives of individual members and to assist in the development of local communities. Following feedback from the recent 2009 Community Attitude Survey undertaken by Xstrata, which highlighted community concerns about a lack of activities available for Cloncurry s youth, Xstrata partnered with the Cloncurry PCYC to support the club s Sergeant position and to help with the provision of club activities. With Xstrata s funding the PCYC has developed its boxing and Youth Management Team programs with its members participating in various competitions and self-development activities over the past three years. The club has purchased a new slushie machine for use as a fundraising asset and it purchased a jumping castle during 2010 as an additional source of revenue. The club has more than 250 members and is a popular gathering place for local youth in Cloncurry. Cloncurry Shire Council, Greening Australia and the Department of Main Roads: Town beautification Xstrata partnered with Cloncurry Shire Council to provide funding for beautification works in and around Cloncurry. The partnership was aimed at making local streets and prominent areas more attractive and vibrant. The project was unfortunately delayed due to extreme drought and water shortages experienced during 2008 and a record wet season leading into A plan of works has been finalised and works are scheduled to take place during Xstrata Community Partnership Program North Queensland

7 Traditional dancers provide entertainment at Townsville s Xstrata Greek Fest Vital equipment was supplied to the Emergency Department at Townsville Hospital with funding from XCPPNQ The Delta Therapy Dog program provides pet therapy to a wide range of facilities in Townsville T O W N S V I L L E Tropic Sun Theatre, Townsville: Shakespeare under the stars Tropic Sun Theatre Company is known for its high quality theatre productions. Xstrata partnered with Tropic Sun Theatre in 2005 and up until 2009 provided support for the annual Shakespearean production held in an outdoor setting under the stars. In 2010, Tropic Sun changed its name to Full Throttle Theatre Company and with a new direction and focus presented Townsville audiences with Nocturnal a dark park cabaret. This dynamic and challenging theatrical experience featured 34 local young, emerging and independent artists and theatre technicians. Townsville Greek Festival: Xstrata Greek Fest The Xstrata Greek Fest is one of Townsville s premier events providing entertainment for all ages set within the unique sounds of both traditional and modern Greek music, dancing and fine food. Xstrata partnered with the Townsville Greek Festival Committee to provide support for the city s annual Greek Fest. A 27,000 strong crowd turned out this year for a taste of Greek culture as the Fest again celebrated all things Greek! The success of this partnership was defined when the Xstrata Greek Fest was named by the Townsville City Council as the Community Event of the Year at the 2010 Australia Day Awards Ceremony. Townsville Hospital Foundation: Support for the Emergency Department Since 2005, The Townsville Hospital Foundation a not-for-profit organisation, has been able to provide additional equipment and services to The Townsville Hospital Emergency Department through funding received from the Xstrata Community Partnership Program. Some of the pieces of vital equipment supplied to the Emergency Department through the program include a BARD portable ultrasound Bladder Scanner, Oxylog II ventilating machines, a portable operating lamp, diagnostic sets and a defibrillator for the Emergency Helicopter. The equipment provided enhances treatment and saves time precious commodities when saving lives. Wulguru State School: Technology Applications in the Classroom Xstrata has partnered with Wulguru State School to help to develop ways to integrate technology into the school curriculum using a variety of applications. Since the commencement of the partnership, five Interactive Whiteboard systems have been provided to classes, a LEGO Educational Program has been rolled out providing student resources and teacher curriculum support in the area of technology from Prep through to Year 7. Students have thoroughly enjoyed learning using the hands on approach made possible through the partnership, an experience not previously available when using blackboards or overhead projectors. Delta Society Australia: Delta Therapy Dogs Delta Society Australia, a national non-profit charitable organisation, administers the Delta Therapy Dog Program. The Program is a national scheme whereby trained accredited dogs, working with their handlers, provide pet therapy to hospital patients, residents of aged care facilities, mental health units, day respite facilities and palliative care centres. Xstrata has partnered with Delta Society Australia since 2005 to fund the recruitment of teams, training and accreditation of dogs and their handlers. Funds received from Xstrata have enabled Delta Townsville to expand its number of volunteers to 36 with an additional 16 teams accredited in The ongoing support and commitment of Xstrata through the XCPPNQ has ensured the Delta Dogs have been able to maintain their commitment to sending teams of handlers and dogs into a wide range of facilities in Townsville, having positive impacts on those patients and clients visited by the Delta Dogs. Hermit Park State School: Environmental Projects Xstrata partnered with Hermit Park State School to further develop the school s environmental program. Through the partnership, Hermit Park State School has created a live reef, a hydroponics garden and a real life working Comet windmill has been constructed on school grounds. This windmill is used to pump water to the school s toilet cisterns and sprinkler systems Xstrata is pleased to be able to assist the school continue its commitment to teaching students about the importance of sustainable development and the benefits of looking after our environment. Xstrata Community Partnership Program North Queensland 5

8 Primary and secondary school students perform in the Lifeline drama and self development program made possible by XCPPNQ funding The Xstrata Friday Night Junior s program has expanded the number of junior rugby union participants in Townsville Queen s Beach State School students enjoy their new interactive whiteboards Lifeline North Queensland: Youth Drama and Self Development Program Xstrata have partnered with Lifeline North Queensland since 2005 to help develop personal growth and enhance self-esteem, decision making and social skills in young people. Through the XCPPNQ, Lifeline North Queensland provides workshops aimed at encouraging young people in both primary and secondary schools to participate in a drama production that would inevitably culminates in a public performance. In 2010 the program was extended to the youth of Magnetic Island giving them an opportunity to workshop ideas leading to a polished final product. Townsville and District Rugby Union: Friday Night Juniors Xstrata partnered with Townsville and District Rugby Union to develop the local rugby union junior development program, the Xstrata Friday Night Juniors. Since 2008, player and team numbers have increased significantly with over 1,100 junior players and 44 teams now registered. The junior program is played in a positive, non-confrontational environment giving players opportunities to learn ball skills and teamwork participation. B o w e n Queens Beach State School P&C: Interactive White Boards Like many schools in rural and regional Australia, Queens Beach State School is working hard to give its students the hands-on access to information technologies that students living in urban areas often take for granted. Xstrata s partnership with Queens Beach State School P&C Association has provided Smartboards for 12 classrooms. The partnership ensures that the school s 380 students from Prep to Year 7 are literate in fundamental information technologies and have opportunities for research and activities made possible by Xstrata s contribution. Community Relations North Queensland PMB 6 Mount Isa Queensland 4825 Australia Tel MIM /10