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2 CEO REPORT Annual Report 2013 I am extremely pleased to present this annual report as Chief Executive Officer of Asbestoswise. This year has been a good one for the organisation, consolidating the excellent work undertaken by previous staff and the Committee of Management in overseeing a successful merger between the Asbestos Diseases Society of Victoria and the Asbestos Information and Support Service in early Over the past year the organisation has experienced a complete turnover of staff. During this time it has been of critical importance that the Committee of Management remain stable and engaged, and I compliment the Committee members on their efforts and steady hands. Josh Fergeus - CEO As a result of the hard work of our staff and volunteers our information service has continued to grow. We managed approximately 500 cases generated via the Hotline or the Asbestoswise website during the financial year. In addition, over 45,000 people visited the Asbestoswise website on 54,000 occasions, viewing over 112,000 pages of information. While we are based in Victoria, our service is used by people from right across Australia, with 24% of people accessing our information and advice services coming from New South Wales, 12% from Queensland, 7% from Perth, 5% from South Australia, and 1% from Tasmania. We are pleased to continue to partner with fellow organisations working towards similar goals in other jurisdictions, and regularly refer people to support groups from around the country. I would like to thank our primary funding partners from the financial year Maurice Blackburn Lawyers and Slater and Gordon. Without their support we would be unable to offer support services to many people living with an asbestos related disease, their friends and families. The year promises to be an ever better one, with both firms continuing their relationship with us, and new funding partners coming on board to enhance our activities. We also hope to work with the Federal Government to build on the establishment of the Asbestos Safety and Eradication Agency, which was a key achievement of the former Labor Government. It is our hope that the Coalition Government will continue to uphold their commitment to work towards the eradication of asbestos in Australia. 1

3 About Us Over the financial year, Asbestoswise has continued to provide information and advice to people across Australia. Our website is now regularly receiving over 7,000 hits per month, providing valuable information on asbestos safety and removal. Our hotline remains busy, with staff helping members of the public through advice, support and referral to removalists, hygienists, and lawyers each and every day. Asbestoswise staff and Committee Members remain committed to raising awareness and educating the public about the dangers of asbestos through information sessions, public speaking engagements, and regular appearances at home renovation expos. Support Program Our support group coordinator Shirley Bare has had a busy year, and has done a great job supporting members. Her commitment was reflected in the responses to a recent survey of the Asbestos-Related Diseases support group. We have had a number of new members join the groups this year, and hopefully will be able to reach out to more people seeking peer support over the next twelve months. Committee of Management President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer David Clement Lawrie O Shea Shirley Bare Lawrie O Shea General Committee Members Staff Chief Executive Officer Josh Fergeus Shelley Matthews Elisa Scarica Wayne Bruton Jacqueline Murphy Peer To Peer Support Program Manager Renee Webb Office Manager Kate Cullity Annual report design by Oscar Schiesser Renee Webb, our new Peer Support Program Manager, will be driving these efforts, with a particular focus on increasing our capacity to provide one-to-one support. Most members recently agreed that attending the group has improved their ability to manage their own health, improved their confidence in dealing with health professionals, increased their knowledge of their disease, improved their feelings about their health situation and helped them to recognise that there are other people in their situation. However, many people do not access these groups due to illness, frailty, or personal preference. With Renee on board we are working towards making support services available as widely as possible through increased use of phone support and by developing our capacity to run support groups in regional Victoria. 2

4 COMMITTEE'S REPORT Your committee members present the special purpose financial report on the entity for the financial year ended 30 June Committee Board Members The names of committee members throughout the year and at the date of this report are: Name David Clement Lawrie O'Shea Shirley Bare Lawrie O'Shea Elisa Scarica Jacqueline Murphy Shelley Mathews Wayne Bruton Josh Fergeus Position President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Committee Member Committee Member Committee Member Chief Executive Officer - Former Chief Executive Officer - Current Principal Activities Asbestos Wise Inc. is overseen by an elected Committee of Management consisting of seven volunteer members who govern the affairs of the organisation and a small contingent of paid staff. Asbestoswise is a non-for-profit organisation that was formed after the successful merger of the Asbestos Information and Support Service (AISS) and the Asbestos Disease Society of Victoria (ADSVIC) in November Prior to this, AISS and ADSVIC had been servicing the community for 20 years. Asbestoswise provides information, support, advocacy, education and awareness to the community with a focus on people with an asbestos related disease (ARD). The organisation which provides peer based support for people who have been diagnosed with an asbestos related disease, their carers, families and friends, and bereaved carers, families and friends. They also provide community education and advocacy campaigns with the aim of preventing future asbestos exposure and illness. They aim to be a caring, respected and effective organisation that: - Supports those already exposed to asbestos, with a particular focus on those suffering from an asbestos-related disease and their families - Raises community awareness of the dangers of asbestos exposure - Works to prevent exposure of the community to asbestos - Advocates for and supports medical research into the early detection and treatment of asbestos-related diseases - Works with other groups, government, and corporations in relation to asbestos issues Significant Changes No significant changes in the nature of the entity s activity occurred during the financial year. Operating Results The surplus for the year attributable to the entity amounted to $56,462 (2012: $63,242). 3

5 COMMITTEE'S REPORT Significant Changes in State of Affairs No significant changes in the entity's state of affairs occurred during the financial year. Asbestoswise was formed after the successful merger of the Asbestos Information and Support Service (AISS) and the Asbestos Disease Society of Victoria (ADSVIC) in November Both organisations shared a common commitment to support those diagnosed with Asbestos Diseases and their families and raise awareness. The Board believes that the merger will allow for a more effective vehicle to strengthen awareness and family support in Victoria. Signed in accordance with a resolution of the Members of the Committee. President David Clement Treasurer Lawrie O'Shea Dated this day of November

6 OPERATING INCOME STATEMENT FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 JUNE $ $ Operating Income Sponsorship Contribution: Maurice Blackburn 73,333 92,667 Sponsorship Contribution: Slater & Gordon 40,000 40,000 Corporate Sponsorships Wound Up Donation from ADSVIC - 18,172 Wound Up Donation from AISS - 18,589 Grants 52,800 - Income from Activities 1,693 1,636 Membership Fees & Donations 870 5,458 Miscellaneous Income 15,653 8,879 Total Operating Income 184, ,402 Operating Expenditure 128, ,194 Accounting Fees 5,683 5,219 Advertising Costs Airfares Costs Bank Charges Car Parking Costs Catering Costs 285 1,597 Client Meeting Expenses Computer Hardware Computer Software Consultancy fees 2,640 - Depreciation 1,500 1,494 Donations 40 - Electricity Event - AAW Events 1,985 - Event Attendance Fuel Expenses Gifts Insurance 5,911 2,320 Internet & Data Costs Management Fees Marketing 1,155 - Meetings/Conv 7,352 - Meeting Room 31 - Miscellaneous Expenses 2,959 45,001 Mobile Telephone Office Equipment 74 1,253 Office Meeting Expenses Office Supplies Office Telephone 3,310 1,315 Other Employer Expenses 3,618 3,077 Parking Postage & Shipping Printing & Stationery 2,635 3,475 Professional Development Promotional Items 4, Registration 107 3,899 Rent Paid 12,929 3,649 The income statement is to be read in conjunction with the compilation report and the notes to the financial statements. 5

7 OPERATING INCOME STATEMENT FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 JUNE $ $ Repairs & Maintenance Salary Packaging & Salaries 39,840 34,190 Staff Amenities 21 - Staff Training Subcontractor Fees 4,620 - Subscriptions Sundry Expenses 2,347 - Support Meetings 3, Supp Group Me Taxis Travel & Meals 9,172 3,598 Website & Webhosting Expenses 5,308 2,998 Workers Compensation Interest Income Net Surplus/ (Deficit) attributable to the Association 56,462 63,242 The income statement is to be read in conjunction with the compilation report and the notes to the financial statements. 6

8 BALANCE SHEET AS AT 30 JUNE $ CURRENT ASSETS Asbestos Wise Inc - NAB Community Fee Saver Account 86,064 44,497 AISS Inc - NAB Community Fee Saver Account - 14,251 Term Deposit 20,247 - Pledges Receivable 11,743 - Receivable From Employee GST Refundable 1,907 2,094 TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 120,437 60,843 NON-CURRENT ASSETS Furniture & Fittings 11,132 10,811 Accumulated Depreciation: Furniture & Fittings (9,611) (8,111) TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 1,521 2,700 TOTAL ASSETS 121,958 63,542 CURRENT LIABILITIES Payroll Liabilities 2, Trade Creditors TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 2, TOTAL LIABILITIES 2, NET ASSETS 119,704 63,242 EQUITY Accumulated Members Funds 119,704 63,242 TOTAL EQUITY 119,704 63,242 The balance sheet is to be read in conjunction with the compilation report and the notes to the financial statements. 7

9 STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2013 Retained Earnings Total $ $ Balance as at 1 July Surplus attributable to the Association 63,242 63,242 Balance as at 30 June ,242 63,242 Surplus attributable to the Association 56,462 56,462 Balance as at 30 June , ,704 The statement of changes in equity is to be read in conjunction with the compilation report and the notes to the financial statements. 8

10 STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE Note $ $ CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES Receipts from donations, fundraising & sponsorships 155, ,886 Other receipts 17,347 8,421 Payments to suppliers and employees (125,426) (120,400) Interest received Net cash generated from/ (used in) operating activities 1 48,360 62,942 CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES Payment for property, plant and equipment (321) (4,194) Advance to employee (476) Net cash (used in)/ provided by investing activities (797) (4,194) Net increase/ (decrease) in cash held 47,563 58,748 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of financial year 58,748 - Cash and cash equivalents at end of financial year 2 106,311 58,748 ASBESTOS WISE INC. NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE $ $ Note 1 - Net cash generated from/ (used in) operating activities Surplus attributable to the Association: Operating Account 56,462 63,242 Add back: Depreciation 1,500 1,494 (Increase)/ Decrease in Pledges Receivable (11,743) - (Increase)/ Decrease in GST Refundable 187 (2,094) (Decrease)/ Increase in Accruals and Sundry Creditors 1, ,360 62,942 Note 2 - Cash and cash equivalents at end of financial year Cash at Bank 106,311 58, ,311 58,748 The statement of cash flows is to be read in conjunction with the compilation report and the notes to the financial statements. 9

11 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2013 Note 1. Statement of Significant Accounting Policies This financial report includes the financial statements and notes of the Asbestos Wise Inc., a incorporated association, which is incorporated in Victoria under the Associations Incorporation Reform Act Policies Basis of preparation This financial report is a special purpose financial report prepared in order to satisfy the financial reporting requirements of the Associations Incorporation Reform Act (Victoria 2012). The committee has determined that the association is not a reporting entity. The financial report has been prepared on a cash accounting basis and is based on historical costs, modified, where applicable, by the measurement at fair value of selected non-current assets, financial assets and financial liabilities. The cash accounting basis means that all transactions are accounted for when cash inflows/outflows occur. The following is a summary of the material accounting policies adopted by the company in the preparation of the general purpose financial report. The accounting policies have been consistently applied, unless otherwise stated. Accounting Policies a. Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, deposits held at-call with banks, other short-term highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities on the balance sheet. b. Revenue Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable. Revenue from the sale of goods is recognised at the point of delivery as this corresponds to the transfer of significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods and the cessation of all involvement in those goods. Interest revenue is recognised when the interest income is received. Revenue from the rendering of a service is recognised upon the delivery of the service to the customers. All revenue is stated net of the amount of goods and services tax (GST). c. Comparative Figures No comparative figures have been provided as the current financial year is the Association's first year of trading. d. Income Tax By virtue of its aims as set out in the constitution, the Association qualifies as an organisation specifically exempt from income tax under section 23 (e) of the Income Tax Assessment Act. e. Goods and Services Tax (GST) Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST, except where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Taxation Office. In these circumstances the GST is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of expense. 10

12 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2013 f. Property, Plant and Equipment Each class of property, plant and equipment is carried at cost or fair value less, where applicable, any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Property Freehold land and buildings are shown at their fair value based on periodic, but at least triennial, valuations by external independent valuers, less subsequent depreciation for buildings. Increases in the carrying amount arising on revaluation of land and buildings are credited to a revaluation reserve in equity. Decreases that offset previous increases of the same classes of assets are charged against fair value reserves directly in equity; all other decreases are charged to the income statement. Each year the difference between depreciation based on the revalued carrying amount of the asset charged to the income statement and depreciation based on the asset's original cost is transferred from the revaluation reserve to retained earnings. Any accumulated depreciation at the date of revaluation is eliminated against the gross carrying amount of the asset and the net amount is restated to the revalued amount of the asset. Freehold land and buildings that have been contributed at no cost, or for nominal cost are valued at the fair value of the asset at the date it is acquired. Plant and Equipment Plant and Equipment are measured on the cost basis less depreciation and impairment losses. The carrying amount of plant and equipment is reviewed annually by directors to ensure it is not in excess of the recoverable amount from these assets. The recoverable amount is assessed on the basis of the expected net cash flows that will be received from the assets' employment and subsequent disposal. The expected net cash flows have been discounted to their present values in determining recoverable amounts. Subsequent costs are included in the asset's carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. All other repairs and maintenance are charged to the income statement during the financial period in which they are incurred. Depreciation The depreciable amount of all fixed assets including buildings, is depreciated on a diminishing value basis over their useful lives to the company commencing from the time the asset is held ready for use. The depreciation rates used for each class of depreciable assets are: Class of Fixed Asset Depreciation Rate Plant & equipment 10% to 50% The asset's residual values and useful lives are reviewed and adjusted, if appropriate, at each balance date. An asset's carrying amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset's carrying amount is greater than its estimated recoverable amount. Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with the carrying amount. These gains and losses are included in the income statement. 11

13 STATEMENT BY MEMBERS OF THE COMMITTEE The committee has determined that the association is not a reporting entity and that this special purpose financial report should be prepared in accordance with the accounting policies outlined in Note 1 to the financial statements. In the opinion of the committee the financial report as set out on pages 3 to 9: 1 2 Presents a true and fair view of the financial position of the Asbestos Wise Inc as at 30 June 2013 and its performance for the year ended on that date. At the date of this statement, there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Asbestos Wise Inc will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due. This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Committee and is signed for and on behalf of the Committee by: President David Clement Treasurer Lawrie O'Shea Dated this day of November

14 COMPILATION REPORT TO ASBESTOS WISE INC Scope On the basis of information provided by the committee members of the Asbestos Wise Inc, we have compiled in accordance with APES 315: Compilation of Financial Information the special purpose financial report of the Asbestos Wise Inc for the period ended 30 June The specific purpose for which the financial report has been prepared is set out in Note 1. The extent to which Australian Accounting Standards and other mandatory professional reporting requirements have or have not been adopted in the preparation of the special purpose financial report is set out in Note 1. The committee members are solely responsible for the information contained in the special purpose financial report and have determined that the accounting policies used are consistent with the financial reporting requirements of Asbestos Wise Inc's constitution and are appropriate to meet the needs of the committee members and members of the association. Our procedures use accounting expertise to collect, classify and summarise the financial information, which the committee members provided, into the special purpose financial report. Our procedures do not include verification or validation procedures. No audit or review has been performed and accordingly no assurance is expressed. To the extent permitted by law, we do not accept liability for any loss or damage which any person, other than the association, may suffer arising from any negligence on our part. No person should rely on the special purpose financial report without having an audit or review conducted. The special purpose financial report was prepared for the benefit of the association and its members and the purpose identified above. We do not accept responsibilityto any other person for the contents of the special purpose financial report. Name of Firm: Name of Partner: Collins & Co Certified Practising Accountants Darryl West Address: 127 Paisley St, Footscray VIC 3011 Dated this day of 8 November 2013 Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislatio 13

15 CERTIFICATE BY MEMBERS OF THE COMMITTEE I, David Clement and I, Lawrie O'Shea hereby certify that: (a) (b) (c) (d) We are members of the committee of the Asbestos Wise Inc. We attended the annual general meeting of the association held on November We are authorised by the attached resolution of the committee to sign this certificate. This annual statement was submitted to the members of the association at its annual general meeting. President David Clement Treasurer Lawrie O'Shea Dated this day of November

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