Towards Better
Welcome to "Towards Better," the podcast that shines a spotlight on the remarkable individuals, inspiring stories, innovative ideas, and vital roles, transforming communities throughout Australia, and making life better for everyone.
Each month, we'll bring you fresh and captivating content, sharing the insights and narratives of local visionaries, community connectors, and dedicated changemakers creating a positive impact on people or planet.
For all the stories, links, and additional content, visit our website at towardsbetter.com.au. Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Linkedin for even more engaging content.
Thank you for tuning in and joining us on this journey towards better communities across Australia.
Episodes
42 episodes
Work, Life & IBD: Creating Inclusive Spaces for Invisible Conditions
Episode Title: Work, Life & IBD: Creating Inclusive Spaces for Invisible ConditionsEpisode Description:Living with an invisible illness like Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) comes with unique challenges—...
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40:26
Power of Music, Inclusion, and Employee Growth: A Conversation with Kosta and Jules from King Konz School of Music
Welcome to today’s episode of the Towards Better Podcast!We’re excited to be joined by Kosta and Jules, the passionate owners of King Konz School of Music, Townsville’s largest dedicated private music school. ...
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50:35
Empowering Lives: Leadership and Inclusion with CRU's Margaret Rodgers
Welcome to this episode of the Towards Better Podcast! I’m excited to have Margaret Rodgers, the Chief Executive Officer of the Community Resource Unit (CRU), joining us today. CRU is a remarkable organization dedicated to ...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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55:43
Redefining Roles: How Explore Property Munro & Co's Customized Employment Partnership is Transforming Work
Podcast Episode Title:Redefining Roles: How Explore Property Munro & Co's Customized Employment Partnership is Transforming WorkPodcast Episode Description:In this episode, we explore the innovative col...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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44:06
Fostering Cultural Safety and Inclusion: A Conversation with CIC
"Welcome to today's episode of the Towards Better Podcast titled 'Fostering Cultural Safety and Inclusion: A Conversation with CIC.' I'm your host, Ricky Esterquest, and today we're honored to have with us Theresa Hudson, an experienced Communi...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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38:27
Empowering Innovators and Inclusion Part II w/ Andrew Schubert & Michael Bromage
OVERVIEW In this three-episode series, I have the pleasure of chatting with Andrew Schubert and Michael Bromage about the fascinating world of makerspaces in North Queensland. Andrew, a Technical Project Mana...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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39:52
Empowering Innovators and Inclusion Part I w/ Andrew Schubert & Michael Bromage
OVERVIEWIn this three-episode series, I have the pleasure of chatting with Andrew Schubert and Michael Bromage about the fascinating world of makerspaces in North Queensland. Andrew, a Technical Project Manager and f...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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58:30
Customised Employment: Redefining work to bring out the best in people and business
🌟 Discover the power of Customized Employment! 🌟In a recent podcast episode, Ricky delved into the concept of customized employment—a game-changer in creating inclusive workplaces for individuals with significant disabilities. Learn pra...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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27:30
Teaching Kids Financial Savvy: A Conversation with Laura Carcary of My Money Means
Laura Carcary, founder of My Money Means.Laura teaches children all about money. She have developed some resources for children and families to use to help them teach children all about money.
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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44:33
Kate Pearce . From Nurse to Nutritionist: Nourishing Lives through Proper Nutrition and Food Choices
Kate Pearce, founder of Nutrition Queensland and Healthy Little Eaters, has a unique story. With over a decade of experience as a registered nurse, Kate decided to pursue further studies to become a registered nutritionist. Her...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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51:17
Luke Harlen . The Wellbeing Trainer . Improving Your Mental Fitness, Inspired by Pro Athlete Resources
On todays episode I am joined by Luke Harlen from The Wellbeing TrainerThe Wellbeing Trainer helps individuals and companies grow their wellbeing muscles so they can be proactive with their mental health and get mentally fit.
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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40:05
Mike Dyson . Good Blokes Co & Human Skills for Thriving Communities
Mike DysonMike teaches social and emotional intelligence to educational and corporate leaders. Over the last 10 years he has facilitated group conversations with all kinds of people on all kinds of difficult topics - from mental h...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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46:10
Rick Scammell . NDE Collective . Adrenaline Fueled Apparel with a Message
Website: NDE CollectiveInstagram: NDE Collective (@nde_collective) • Instagram photos and videosFacebook:
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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57:11
Natalie Siagian . The Personhood . A Humanistic and Colourful Creative Community for Creators
Meet Natalie Siagian; A Creative rebel with a cause, Creator, Community Builder & Fun ADHD Founder of The Personhood, a humanistic and colourful creative community for creators who want to connect, accelerate passion projects...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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43:15
Fiona Pilchowski . The Kindness Catalyst
On today’s podcast we’re joined by Fiona Pilchowski. Fiona runs a local business called Messages on Hold Townsville, but her history of work in the community sector and a passion for community development recently led her to start a new social ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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40:24
Shakira Todd . Wildlife Surrounds Conservation Centre
Shakira completed her Bachelor of Science (Zoology) degree at James Cook University in 2010 and holds a Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management.She has over 15 years experience in environmental management, conservation and l...
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43:15
A Snapshot of Certified Social Enterprise Towards Better
On this short episode, we have Ricky Esterquest, Founder & Principal Community Development Worker at Towards Better sharing a bit about his Social Traders Certified Social Enterprise including:An Intro from QLD Social Enterprise...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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6:40
Lydia Canovas . Entrepreneurship & Innovation in North QLD
Todays Podcast Guest:"Lydia is an economist with an MBA and a PhD in business management, specialising in innovation, entrepreneurship and investment operations. She is deeply passionate about supporting and advocating for entreprene...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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52:16
QLD Wrestling Alliance . Trent O Day & Seth Tylers
On Today's Episode, we chat to professional wrestlers, Trent O'Day & Seth Tylers, both wrestling out of the QLD Wrestling Alliance.QLD Wrestling AllianceWebsite: Queensland...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:03:55
Tina Ihme . Happy Vibes Cafe Townsville . A Certified Social Enterprise
Facebook: FacebookLinkedIn: Happy Vibes Cafe: Overview | LinkedInInstagram:
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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34:48
David Swayn . The 'Why' of Social Procurement & Social Inclusion in the Workplace
Who is DavidDavid is a dad to four kids and loves to see people reach their full potential. He has spent most of his professional career creating better opportunities with and for people with disability in Australia in the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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53:12
Dave Dudley . TIDY UP Townsville . Cleaning Up Townsville one Bag at a Time
Show Notes, Links and Resources to be posted soon.
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43:05
Toni Hort. Kicking Inclusion Goals Through Understanding Development & Behaviour
IntroOn Todays Episode we are joined Toni Hort from Illume Development & Behaviour.Episode Highlights 4:00 minutes: Tell us more about Illume DB6:30: The Illume Method11:45: “If it’s...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:20:41
Elle Roberts. Rare Seed Agency . Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace
On todays episode, Elle and Ricky chat about:Diversity and Inclusion in Workplaces and CommunitiesHaving the uncomfortable conversations - how do we do better, if we don't know better? How do we ASK without being insulting?...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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46:27