Reflecting on 2024
- michaelvandenheever
- Jan 3
- 3 min read
Updated: Jan 3
Growth, Achievements, and Community Impact
Together, We’ve Made 2024 a Year to Remember!
As 2024 comes to a close, we take this opportunity to reflect on a remarkable year filled with progress, achievements, and meaningful impacts. At Live It Up Pty Ltd, our commitment to empowering individuals and fostering a supportive community has driven every milestone we’ve reached this year. Let’s take a moment to celebrate what we’ve accomplished together and look ahead to an exciting future.

Milestone in Professional Growth
Professional development has been a cornerstone of our success this year, as our team members have worked tirelessly to grow their skills and expertise. Some notable achievements include:
🎓 Renee Lawler completed her Certificate IV in Business, strengthening her leadership and operational capabilities.
🎓 Matt McCarthy achieved his Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), adding valuable skills to our client-centered care approach.
🏆 Tahlia Parker completed over 50 DSC e-Learning modules, demonstrating her exceptional commitment to continuous learning.
🏆 Brooke Banfield completed 30+ DSC e-Learning modules, showcasing her dedication to professional growth.
These accomplishments reflect our collective commitment to growth and excellence, directly benefiting our clients and our services.
Embracing Technology for Efficiency
This year, we made significant strides in operational efficiency by leveraging technology to streamline service delivery:
ShiftCare and Xero Integration: The seamless integration of these platforms improved tracking, financial management, and transparency.
ShiftCare in Review:
By embracing technology, we’ve enhanced our ability to deliver exceptional care and support while preparing for continued growth in the years to come.
Community and Industry Engagement
Building connections with our community and the disability support sector has been a highlight of 2024:
Disability Summit Sponsorship: Live It Up proudly sponsored and participated in the Disability Summit, demonstrating our dedication to innovation and collaboration in the sector.
Local Sponsorships: We were thrilled to sponsor local initiatives, including community footy teams, fostering inclusion and strengthening local bonds.
These efforts reinforce our belief in the power of meaningful engagement to drive positive change.

Financial and Expense Management
This year, we overhauled our time-consuming manual reimbursement process, replacing it with the Xero Me app. Previously, receipts were emailed, saved, and manually entered into spreadsheets by Renee and reviewed by Rikki—a process costing approximately $25,000 annually in staff time. The new app allows staff to capture, submit, and track receipts instantly, streamlining workflows, improving accuracy, and enhancing transparency. This change not only saves time but aligns with our values of Integrity and Empowerment, supporting both our team and organisational growth.
Below is the simplified workflow for using the Xero Me app:

For a more in-depth understanding of how our integration with Xero enhances our financial and expense management, visit ShiftCare Xero Integration.
Enhanced our Online Presence
We’ve expanded our digital footprint in 2024, making it easier to connect with our community and share our journey:
Social Media Growth: We increased our presence on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and LinkTree, sharing updates, client stories, and team milestones.
By enhancing our online presence, we’ve built a more vibrant and engaged community that celebrates every achievement.
Celebrating Together
We capped off the year with a memorable celebration:
Christmas Party 2024: Our end-of-year celebration brought together staff, clients, and partners for a joyous event reflecting on shared successes and camaraderie.
This event was a testament to the strong bonds we’ve cultivated throughout the year.

THANK YOU!
To our staff, clients, partners, and community: thank you for making 2024 a truly extraordinary year. Your trust, dedication, and support have driven every success we’ve achieved. Together, we’ve made an impact—and together, we will continue to create a brighter future.
Here’s to an inspiring and successful 2025!

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