The Support Crew

Col and Gwen Cooney

Col has had 22 years serving as an ambulance officer, working in remote areas of Queensland. He has seen the results of youth risk taking, and is committed to making a difference and helping young people reach their potential.

Gwen has spent 16 years as a cook in aged-care facilities - the meals will be great during the cycle too! 

She is a mother and grandmother and believes that every young person is special and needs to be valued by their community.

Barry and Val Zimmerman

Both Barry and Val have an active interest in young people.

Barry is a paramedic with the Queensland Ambulance Service. Like Col, Barry has seen what goes wrong when young people indulge in risky behaviour.

Val’s love of children is reflected in her 27 years of service with the Education Department.