Social Contributions & Charity
Charities we support
DV Safe Phone
LINK is a supporter of DV Phone. The mobile phone is something many of us take for granted. Did you know your old phone can save a life?
DV Safe Phone collect, repurpose and gift mobile phones to victims of domestic violence (DV). These ‘Safe Phones’ provide a lifeline to call for help when it is needed most. DV Phone’s goal is to get a safe phone into the hands of every victim of domestic violence who needs one. With over 2 million known victims of domestic violence, there is no doubt we have a goliath challenge on our hands. However, we know that with your help, we can break down barriers to accessing vital help when it is needed most.
Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS)
LINK is a supporter of the Royal Flying Doctors Service (RFDS). Having worked on and donated equipment to assist with safe airfield operations and security at the Jandakot Airport, a major General Aviation Airport in Western Australia. The RFDS is a national, charitable, health organisation delivering primary healthcare and 24-hour emergency services for those that live in rural and remote Australia. Long known as one of the largest aeromedical organizations in the world, the RFDS delivers health care where mainstream health services are not available, using the latest in aviation, medical and communications technology and a broad-reaching ground-service fleet.
Education Bursaries
LINK is a supporter of multiple schools and college bursaries via fundraising efforts including sponsorship, golf days and other giving programs. We are proud to support and give back where possible. Bursaries are designed to help provide educational opportunity for students whose families may not be able to meet all associated costs. Bursaries foster an inclusive and diverse learning environment where all students with potential and desire can flourish.
Community Involvement and Support
At LINK we believe in giving back to our communities where we work. We are honored to sponsor and support a diverse group of organizations and companies that inspire, support and assist others, the enviroment and country. From local sports clubs and schools, and community initiatives and Landcare projects these partnerships reflect our commitment to making a positive impact.
SBW Indoor Cricket Team
Part of the Gold Coast Queensland indoor sport facility.
LINK is a proud sponsor of the SBW Indoor Cricket team. Indoor cricket is a fast and exciting version of the outdoor game with an entire match completed within less than 65 minutes. Popular with players of all ages, Indoor Cricket keeps everyone involved in the game as every player bats and bowls the same number of overs, regardless of their skill ability.
SBW compete in the graded competition against teams of a similar standard played in a fun yet competitive atmosphere.
The Eagles STAC NVGS Football Team
LINK teams up with Stockland, the Athletes Foot and Subway to sponsor the STAC NVGS Football Team. Sport activities provide for the personal growth of students by developing individual skills, teamwork, leadership, friendship, understanding, decision-making and self-discipline in an atmosphere of fun and enjoyment. This in turn benefits curriculum performance and school behaviour and helps build a real sense of community. The College is part of the Central Comets District in the Metropolitan West region for representative sport, in Queensland.
BMA CQ Rescue
LINK is a proud supporter of BMA CQ Rescue, a community funded service that has been providing a critical, lifesaving service to visitors and residents across the Whitsunday Region for over 27 years. They deliver world class responses to emergencies, ensuring that your loved ones are quickly and safely taken to medical facilities necessary to make a full recovery.
EWaste Responsibility
LINK is an EWaste responsible company. Every year millions of electronic devices like televisions, computers and mobile phones are discarded in Australia. In fact, e-waste is the fastest-growing component of the municipal solid waste stream. The Global E-Waste Monitor 2024 reported that the annual generation of e-waste is rising by 2.6 million tonnes annually, on track to reach 82 million tonnes by 2030, a further 33% increase from the 2022 figure of 62 million tonnes (Mt). At LINK we recognise the importance of both lifecycle management of Ewaste equipment and when electronic equipment needs to be upgraded it is managed and disposed of in accordance with our EWaste management processes. Items being sorted and diverted from landfill include servers, copper cabling, data drives, phone and intercom systems, CCTV cameras, steel and polymer camera enclosures.
Recyling and Reuse Programs
National Recycling Week, established by Planet Ark in 1996, is held every year during the second week of November. At LINK, we’re committed to creating a lasting and positive impact for people and the planet, and we strive to do that in a sustainable way. Research shows that effective waste segregation makes waste easier to recycle, reduces cost and lowers the amount of waste going to landfill – a win for the environment and our communities.
Following a recent waste audit, our teams have made improvements to waste management on our sites. Working closely with our waste management supplier JJ Richards and Sons and JJ’s Waste and Recycling, we provided our team with key educational material about different waste types including cardboard, organics, mixed recyclables and general waste.
Caring for Country
We plant trees you will never see.
Every year LINK plants trees you will never see. We participate in programs to both Donate trees and team members devote time to planting trees. Trees help clean the air, filter the water we drink, and provide habitat to over 80% of the world’s terrestrial biodiversity. Forests provide jobs to over 1.6 billion people, absorb harmful carbon from the atmosphere, and are key ingredients in 25% of all medicines.
LINK Live Well Program
LINK has created an internal Live Well program targeted at assisting our staff locate healthy food options both in the office and on the go. We provide Mental health support, wellbeing support and lifestyle improvement options like discounted gym memberships. We provide resources for providing a healthy and happy work lifestyle. Resources and support is available to all team members through an online portal.
