Vollie Q&A

14 Apr 2020

1.    Name: Ed Diniz
2.    Age: 61
3.    Have you always lived in FNQ? If not, where did you come from and how long have you been here: Born in Portugal, moved in Perth in 1985, Adelaide in 1992 and Cairns in 2005.
4.    Volunteer role: Cafe assistant, anywhere else I am required.
5.    How long have you been volunteering with us: 14 months.
6.    How did you come to start volunteering with us: I owe my life twice to Cairns Hospital. The rest of my time and effort will be dedicated to it.
7.    Star sign: Cusp – Cancer/Leo
8.    Interest, hobbies, past-times: Reading, movies, walks
9.    Tell us about your family – kids, grandkids, great grandkids? Four children, seven grandchildren, two on the way.
10.    Are you retired? If so, what did you do before leaving the workforce? Yes, I am retired. My working life was spent in hospitality.
11.    What do you enjoy about volunteering with us? The chance to contribute to a more efficient health system to benefit the community.

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