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9 February 2010
Endeavour rally teams begin fundraising challenge for 2010

More than 200 intrepid adventurers have already signed up for this year’s Great Endeavour Rally and are out in their communities raising funds and publicity for the iconic event.

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28 January 2010
Your chance to make a premier Brisbane cycling event great – and help Endeavour, too

Ever wanted to play a key role in a major cycling event?

To be part of the exciting bustle as you marshal elite cyclists for the start, offering them refreshments and a cheer squad along the route, being there to see them flash over the finish line?

Well, here’s your chance! And the best part is – you will be helping Endeavour Foundation support people with a disability.

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15 January 2010
Minister congratulates Bundaberg’s newest tertiary student

Bundaberg’s newest tertiary student – Daniel Blackhurst – was thrilled to be personally congratulated on his achievement by the Minister for Disability Services and Multicultural Affairs, Annastacia Palaszczuk today.

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23 December 2009
Adelaide’s mysterious ‘Mr K’ gets million dollar Christmas present

An Adelaide man who wants to be identified only as “Mr K” has received the Christmas present of a lifetime – a million dollar holiday home on Queensland’s glorious Sunshine Coast.

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21 December 2009
New Zealand grandma gets Christmas present of her dreams

A New Zealand grandmother of seven has received the Christmas present of a lifetime – an overseas holiday home.

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17 December 2009
Endeavour volunteers earn national award for over six decades’ service

Two dedicated Maryborough volunteers with more than six decades of community service between them have been presented with Federal Community Service Awards.

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11 December 2009
Trinny & Susannah ‘celebrity style’ up for grabs on eBay

Do you ever watch fascinated while celebrity TV stylists Trinny and Susannah perform yet another fashion miracle?

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11 December 2009
Swan launches endowment fund, next step in disability reform

The launch today of Endeavour Foundation’s perpetual endowment fund by Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan is the next step in a much-needed reform of the exponentially growing disability services sector.

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1 November 2009
Welcome to Endeavour Foundation Industries Sydney

Endeavour Foundation has welcomed more than 500 supported employees and 50 support staff from the former Cumberland Industries, based in the western suburbs of Sydney.

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12 October 2009
Green charcoal helps save planet and jobs of people with a disability

In a case of Back to the Future, an ancient product has been given a modern tweak to offer a solution for the future of the planet.

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18 September 2009
People with a disability sing with one voice while wheelies dance

People with all types of disability today shared their achievements and stories with the community at a free, fun event — Celebrating Abilities Day.

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12 September 2009
Endeavour partners Stanthorpe community in major eco project

People with a disability are helping the Stanthorpe community reduce their impact on the environment, in an innovative partnership with the Southern Downs Regional Council.

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8 September 2009
Youth with intellectual disability rejoice as program saved

A unique educational program which assists young people with an intellectual disability to lead meaningful lives has had a shaky future secured for at least another year.

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8 September 2009
Springtime of dreams for winners of luxury Redland Bay prize home

As flowers blossomed with the coming of spring, so did the dreams of Paul and Colleen of Forest Lake when they won the $794,012 Endeavour Foundation Prize Home at Redland Bay.

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3 September 2009
Endeavour saves 580 jobs for people with a disability in Sydney’s west

Endeavour Foundation has saved the jobs of 580 people with a disability in Sydney’s western suburbs, jobs that have been hanging in the balance since Cumberland Industries went into receivership in May.

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1 September 2009
New facility offers Cairns food manufacturers a competitive edge

Endeavour Foundation Industries can now provide a competitive edge for Cairns companies involved in food manufacturing with local manufacturer CurryZ one of the first on board.

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27 August 2009
Celebrate green thumbs of people with a disability at Roma open day

The Roma community is invited to celebrate the achievements of local people in making their town a greener and more beautiful place at an open day on Sunday, 13 September from 10:30am to 2:30pm at Roma Community Garden.

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24 August 2009
Endeavour's Kingaroy Kitchen best by a country mile

Endeavour seems to have literally discovered the recipe for success!

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20 August 2009
New Lawnton respite centre to take pressure off older carers

Looking after a loved one with a disability is not an easy task and one that only becomes harder over time, as both carer and family member age and require more and more support.

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10 August 2009
Wacol business growth creates 30 more jobs, better opportunities

The western Brisbane suburb of Wacol has thumbed its nose at the country’s economic woes, creating demand for an additional 30 supported employees at the Endeavour business service in Wacol.

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24 July 2009
Great Endeavour sets record

The 22nd annual Great Endeavour Rally which rolled into Townsville on 24 July covered in dust and cheered on by thousands of spectators is being hailed as the best ever.

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23 July 2009
Great Endeavour Rally on final leg of 5,000-kilometre journey!

The race is on for entrants to be the first across the line in tomorrow finish line, in Townsville. After covering almost 5,000-kilometre adventure, it is now the time to get behind your local Great Endeavour rally entrants as they drive across the finish line.

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17 July 2009
Critical road accident affects rally

At approximately 10am this morning in North Queensland on the Kennedy Highway, approximately 50 km outside Undara National Park, west of Cairns, emergency crews were called to attend a serious motor vehicle accident.

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15 July 2009
Great Endeavour rally flags off in style

Great Endeavour rally entrants are being flagged away by Endeavours Chairman of the Board of Directors, Grant Murdoch.

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25 June 2009
Intrepid Great Endeavour rallyists prepare to hit the road in FNQ

With just two weeks to go before they are flagged away, entrants in the Great Endeavour rally are making final preparations to their vehicles – and themselves – to face the gruelling 5,000-kilometre adventure.

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25 June 2009
Sunshine Coast welcomes two more luxury Prize Home winners

The Sunshine Coast Hinterland is filling up with winners of Endeavour Prize Homes as they move into their luxurious new houses.

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25 June 2009
Endeavour service renamed in honour of Eva Mussett

Mackay woman Eva Mussett has been recognised by Endeavour Foundation, which has renamed its local Learning and Lifestyle centre – formerly known as the Kewarra Adult Training and Support Service – in her honour.

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22 June 2009
New equipment at Endeavour finishes smoothly on the pallet

New equipment installed recently at Endeavour Industries in Mackay has dramatically increased the facility’s productivity, enabling it to supply timber pallets to mining and engineering operations across the State.

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17 June 2009
NQ Cowboys give local Great Endeavour rally crew a hand

One of Queensland’s largest not-for-profit organisations, Endeavour Foundation, has described Budget announcements for the sector as “a little disappointing”, saying a larger spend would have been an investment in jobs.

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16 June 2009
Greater community spending could have created more jobs: Endeavour

One of Queensland’s largest not-for-profit organisations, Endeavour Foundation, has described Budget announcements for the sector as “a little disappointing”, saying a larger spend would have been an investment in jobs.

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4 June 2009
Capalaba store to spearhead the enhanced ‘op shop’ experience

The new breed of second-hand clothing stores designed to enhance the experience of the growing numbers of op shoppers, has been unveiled in Capalaba.

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2 June 2009
Transport industry moves mountains for Endeavour

Some of the road transport industry’s leading – or should that be head – lights have joined forces to raise $80,000 for Endeavour Foundation.

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1 June 2009
End the financial year with the Joy of Giving - and a tax deduction

From time immemorial, generous people have reached out to help those without the means to help themselves and have in turn experienced the unique joy of giving, a feeling of pride and satisfaction in having helped make the world a better place.

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13 May 2009
Trailer auction expected to raise $80,000 for Endeavour

A trailer being auctioned by Great Endeavour Rally entrant Lionel Moore is expected to raise an incredible $80,000 for Endeavour Foundation.

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8 May 2009
Recycled books appealing to environment - and Endeavour

Most booklovers have so many volumes on their shelves that they have to clear a space before they can buy the latest best seller.

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8 May 2009
Endeavour builds vital components for Callide power station overhaul

Endeavour Foundation supported employees in central Queensland have turned 61 kilometres of wire and 11 tonnes of plastic into new parts for the Callide Power Station’s iconic cooling tower.

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24 March 2009
Cannonball a blast for 3,000 klicks from Toowoomba to Tassie

Twenty Queensland daredevils are this week preparing to put themselves and their dirtbikes on the line to raise funds for Endeavour Foundation.

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23 March 2009
Endeavour Foundation exports 50 years of charity expertise

They say that charity begins at home but after doing that for over 50 years, leading disability services provider Endeavour Foundation is now offering its world best practice expertise to help people overseas.

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Indonesian delegation visits Endeavour facilities

 

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20 March 2009
Companies donate nearly $60,000 to help Endeavour help Ingham

A host of companies including Aussie icons like King Gee and Titan Sheds teamed up to donate almost $60,000 of vital supplies in support of Endeavour’s Ingham Flood Appeal.

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17 March 2009
Up the creek without a rally car

If you’ve ever wanted to experience the thrills of a cross-country car rally but aren’t so keen on the spills, then the forthcoming Mini Endeavour Rally might be right up your alley – or should that be creek.

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6 March 2009
Charity movie night raises $4,000 - as well as awareness of Endeavour

A charity movie night hosted by Miss World entrant Maddison Carter featuring a preview of Renee Zellweger movie New in Town has raised $4,000 for Endeavour Foundation.

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24 February 2009
International League star helps kick off footy boot donation for Kinglake

They may not play QUITE the right type of footy, but Gladstone’s own State of Origin and International Rugby League Star Jason Hetherington has helped Endeavour Foundation kick off a donation for survivors of the bushfires in Kinglake, Victoria.

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24 February 2009
Endeavour seeks support after helping Ingham flood victims

Endeavour Foundation has appealed for community support after taking a leading role in assisting flood-affected Ingham people to get back on their feet.

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18 February 2009
Education program for youth with an intellectual disability in doubt

A program which assists young people with an intellectual disability to enter the workforce and lead meaningful lives is under threat due to the State Government’s reluctance to fund the program.

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11 February 2009
Endeavour calls on 'spirit of mateship' for Sunday's doorknock

The one positive to come out of disasters like those currently affecting the north and south of the country is to reinvigorate our spirit of mateship and generosity to help out fellow Australians in need.

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02 February 2009
Endeavour Foundation appoints new Chief Executive Officer

Experienced business executive David Barbagallo has been appointed by Endeavour Foundation as its new Chief Executive Officer to drive the leading disability services provider into its next phase of growth.

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13 January 2009
Endeavour Foundation backs Federal volunteering

Endeavour Foundation has wholeheartedly endorsed the Federal Government’s plan to allow students to reduce their HECS debt by doing volunteer work.

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13 January 2009
Disability no barrier to boogie in Bundy at Endeavour dance parties

Anyone in Bundaberg who loves to boogie and won’t let disability get in the way should bust a move and get along to The Endeavour Foundation’s Friday night dance parties.

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12 January 2009
Prize Home entrants lured by Sunshine Coast tree change

The lure of the Sunshine Coast hinterland for city dwellers in search of a tree change is still on the rise, if the growing popularity of the Endeavour Prize Homes in the area is any indication.

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Prize Home No. 338 at Maleny is proving popular

 

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19 December 2008
Miss World entrant proves that recycling is the future of fashion

An entrant in Miss World Queensland has proven that recycling is the way of the future – even when it comes to fashion.

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Miss World entrant models for Endeavour Recycled Clothing

 

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12 December 2008
$250K food packaging facility adds value to Darling Downs growers, businesses

A nationally accredited $250,000 packaging facility opened today in Toowoomba will allow food producers and manufacturers in the Darling Downs region to add significant value to their bottom lines.

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$250K food packaging facility

 

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