Welcome back to the Homebase podcast – today we sit down with Chris Gray, who had a very rushed transition period, with it happening in 3 days. Chris talks about the many roles he’s had and how they drove his passion for painting. Chris chats candidly about the impact’s his paintings have had on the community and how it inspires him to give back. A piece of Chris’s artwork is displayed proudly in The Oasis Townsville main building. Chris has been commissioned to produce artwork for several high-profile groups in Townsville and you’ll never guess where his journey takes him.

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In this episode, we sit down with Army veteran Matthew Scott, the owner and operator of Recovery Lab in Townsville. Matthew candidly shares his personal journey, discussing the health challenges he faced during his time in service and emphasizing the significance of mental and physical recovery, particularly for young soldiers. Join us as we delve into his inspiring story and valuable insights.

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Natasha, director of Investor Support in Townsville, shares her incredible journey from serving as a truckie in the Army at 19 to overcoming adversity and starting her own successful real estate business after facing homelessness. Natasha's inspirational story is one of resilience, triumph and enduring determination.

Natasha supports the clients of The Oasis to navigate a pathway towards housing and accommodation supports. Natasha assists with identifying, paperwork and supplying suitable homes for clients and families at risk of being homeless due to their changing circumstances.

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After a remarkable 33-year career in the Australian Army, Ian Baker shifted his focus to supporting injured and ill veterans through his groundbreaking Raemus Rover off-road racing program. From driving tanks at just 17 years old to leading this innovative adrenalin therapy approach, Ian's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Listen as he shares his story and the impact of his work on the veteran community.

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Welcome to our first episode, where we will meet our hosts, Angie and Steve, as they share their inspiring journeys!

Introducing Homebase, a compelling podcast series by The Oasis Townsville and sponsored by Rotary Mundingburra, delves into the inspiring stories of veterans and their families as they navigate life after service.

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