A note from Ben Eden Late last year I was offered, accepted and have since started a full-time role as a Graduate Consultant for a Professional Services/Management Consulting firm in Canberra called Synergy Group. The firm works to deliver practical outcomes and solutions to complex issues, largely within government agencies. The office is located in Barton, on the same street as the Salvos National Secretariat (DHQ), and about a street away from City Circle (Parliament House). As of yet, I have not seen any federal politicians, but I’m sure it’s only a matter of time! The Graduate Program lasts for one year, with my end goal to be promoted to Consultant following this. Synergy has four main capabilities that it offers to clients, and I have been placed (for now) as a Business Analyst in the Digital and Technology Service line.
I have also taken up a volunteer role at the Salvation Army Tuggeranong in a few areas, including SAGALA, Youth and Kids Church. It’s a very different experience to Parramatta, and as much as I miss all of the lovely people at Parra, I’ve been warmly welcomed into Tuggers! Every Sunday I find myself in unique conversations with Tuggeranong folk that mention how they know a large majority of you wonderful Parramatta folk, whether it be via previous residency, Songsters, Equip, or through soldering at a range of other corps over the years. It reaffirms to me how small and tight knit the Salvos really are! Although I guess Canberra and Sydney are not all that far removed from one another!
You’ll likely see my face around at Parramatta every now and then as I come back to visit. It is only a three-hour drive after all! I’m sure I’ve got as much to catch-up on with all the Parramatta folk as you do about me! And when events come back (please be soon!!!) you can guarantee that I’ll be the first one there!
Parra will always hold a special place in my heart. If you ever want to chat, or you find yourself down in Canberra and need a suggestion for places to get good food or coffee, don’t hesitate to give me a buzz. Looking forward to coming back soon and seeing you all again soon!!
Much love, Benny
Congratulations, Ben! We are proud of you, and we are praying for you as you begin this new adventure.
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