April 2008

Calan Barling Family Appeal
Issued on 21st November 2010
Hannah's Foundation wishes to advise that the Calan Barling Family Appeal is stil being undertaken and we are welcoming any assistance that may be forthcoming.
This Appeal has the ful authorisation and support from the Barling Family.
Hannah's Foundation furthers wishes to advise that there are currently claims being made by individuals on some internet sites that they are appealing for the Barling Family. The Barling family has only authorised Hannah's Foundation to conduct any Appeals to support them in this time of need.
The correct address for forwarding any appeal donations is as fol ows - Calan Barling Family Appeal c/ Hannah’s Foundation P O BOX 361 LAIDLEY QLD 4341. It is preferred that al parcels be sent by registered post to enable tracking and to ensure delivery to the Foundation. The Foundation cannot be responsible for any parcels There have been a number of unfounded and disturbing al egations from persons that the Foundation has not forwarded any Appeal parcels to the Barling Family. The Foundation strenuously refutes these al egations and furthermore states that they wil not tolerate any attempts by any person to discredit the name of Hannah's Foundation and has commenced legal action in regards to these unfounded claims and al egations. These attempts at undermining the Foundation have caused great distress to not only the Barling Family but every family and member associated wIth our Foundation. The Directors of the Foundation are closely monitoring some internet "blogs" and social networking sites and wil take further legal action should some individuals persist with their attempts. The Board of Directors, al with distinguished careers wil not tolerate defamatory comments being made about the Hannah's Foundation is a registered charity that provides support to families in times of crisis. As a registered charity we have an obligation to remain accountable to al the legislation, policies and procedures that Website: www.hannahsfoundation.org Email: [email protected]
Postal Address: P O Box 361 LAIDLEY QLD 4341
OFFICE: 07 5465 2000 Andrew: 0412 742 203 Support Line: 1800 426624
Hannah’s Foundation has extensively supported not only the Immediate Barling Family in their time of need but further gone beyond and provided assistance to have grandparents travel to Brisbane along WIth providing accommodation. This not normal practice for the Foundation but the charity has extended it's hand to the The Foundation has further provided food parcels, toys and any incidentals that have been identified to assist them with their day to day needs to al ow them to concentrate on the important thing at this time - Calan's recovery and rehabilitation. It should be noted that the Foundation has gone beyond its normal support to accommodate the needs of the Barling Family and the extended family members. We obtain our instructions from the parents only and no other persons/websites as to issues relating to the matter. As such, it should be noted that any persons making unfounded criticisms and providing unfactual information on these "blogs" is not only hurting the Foundation, but hurting a little boy and his family The Barling Family wish to concentrate on the rehabilitation of their son and do not wish to partake in any Internet banter and have asked friends, family and associates not to distribute their personal information on public domains.
Donations can be made online at www.givenow.com.au/hannahsfoundation About Hannah’s Foundation
Hannah’s Foundation is the only dedicated drowning support charity supporting al families touched by educating children about personal water safety; helping educational facilities to provide CPR training; lobbying to legislate that al pool owners have up-to-date CPR training; designing and implementing a National Rural Swimming Program; providing financial assistance to parents who have lost children to drowning or suffer injuries; providing counsel ing to family members who have lost loved ones to drowning; provide assistance to those who are injured in Water Activities and live with disabilities; lobbying to legislate financial penalties for those who sel non-compliant pools, including real raising awareness of drownings and near-drownings in Australia in the media; and National Drowning Prevention, Awareness and Memorial Day October every year BSB Number - 704 052 Account Number – 1035885 REF CBFA
Website: www.hannahsfoundation.org Email: [email protected]
Postal Address: P O Box 361 LAIDLEY QLD 4341
OFFICE: 07
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Postal Address: P O Box 361 LAIDLEY QLD 4341
OFFICE: 07 5465 2000 Andrew: 0412 742 203 Support Line: 1800 426624
ISSUED at 21st November 2010 by CEO Andrew Plint
Website: www.hannahsfoundation.org Email: [email protected]
Postal Address: P O Box 361 LAIDLEY QLD 4341
OFFICE: 07
Webs 5465
ite: w 2000
ww.hannA
Postal Address: P O Box 361 LAIDLEY QLD 4341
OFFICE: 07 5465 2000 Andrew: 0412 742 203 Support Line: 1800 426624

Source: http://www.hannahsfoundation.org.au/Media_Files/2010%20MR/21st%20November%202010%20-%20Confirmation%20of%20Appeal.pdf