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Luke Borusiewicz

2006 - 2009
LocationCairns
Age2 years
Date of Birth22/09/2006
Date of Death18/01/2009
Visitors1,844 since 28/05/2009
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January 29th, 2009.
TO: Cairns Coroner, 5B Sheridan Street. CAIRNS. 4870
FROM: Michael Borusiewicz
I am the father of the Child Luke Borusiewicz. I have some concerns
regarding circumstances surrounding the death of my son resulting from
injuries which occurred on Monday 12th of January, 2009.
1. He was not under satisfactory supervision at the time of his death.
I disagreed with decision to place my child with a 74 year old
woman who was already burdened with three older children, all at
home on school holidays. This would make it virtually impossible to
show the care and attention needed for a two year old child. I
voiced my concerns to Child Safety officer Liz who supervised my
visits with Luke, immediately upon her informing me of his change
of residence and carer. I also stated I was worried about the 3
older children bullying my child, and a constant list of previous
injuries which he had sustained.
2. The injuries sustained by my child
I am puzzled by the severe bruising of his right pointer finger. The
police are confident the old lady was not capable of causing such
an injury but I would like you to take into consideration it may have
been caused by one of the other children, who were the only
witnesses to the actions which caused Luke’s death.
My suspicion is that he may have been held by the right pointer
finger by someone’s left hand whilst being struck by the other
hand. Not knowing the size of the other children I would ask that
you consider and investigate these as legitimate possibilities.
3. The constant injuries sustained by Luke whilst in the brief care of
this elderly lady.
These included a severe burn to his hand and constant severe
bruising to his head and body. At the day I last had contact with
Luke he had scratches on his face which I asked the visit
supervisor Liz to record. Other injuries were also witnessed by
visit supervisors, Peggy and Joanne at previous visits.
Two days after my last visit with Luke his mum saw a severe
scratch on his penis which needed medical attention. I was also
informed by Joy during this week prior to the injury that he had
severe bruising on his bum. She stated that it was from jumping off
his bed. She informed me that she could not control him and he
kept jumping off the bed. Did she inform child safety that she was
not capable of proper care and control of Luke.
Why haven’t Child Safety been forthcoming with the list of previous
injuries?
4. The failure to act on my concerns as a father about my child’s
safety with this carer.
During the week preceding his fatal injury and immediately upon
being informed of his placement with this carer, I embarked upon a
tireless but futile attempt to have him removed from Joys custody.
The contacts I made with child safety include:-
a)When I spoke to the visit supervisor Liz during the visit on 5.1.09
b)A phone call with Liz 6.1.09
c)A phone call with Josephine from child safety complaints in
Brisbane on 9.1.09
d)A meeting with supervisor Liz and Team Leader Joe on 9.1.09
d)3 unreturned phone calls to Pat Anderson manager of Child
Safety in Cairns. 2 of these were on 9.1.09 and one was on
12.1.09.
Luke’s mother, Jacky, also voiced her concerns about his safety
whilst in the care of Joy.
5. Why he was not given proper care at the time of his injury.
Why was he allowed to β€˜sleep’ from 11am til 5pm. I rang the carer,
Joy, at 11am on the day of Luke’s injury. She informed me he had
returned home, hit his head whilst having a tantrum and had been
put to bed.
I was very concerned after this phone call and immediately
attempted to contact Pat Anderson, the manager of Child safety in
Cairns. This was my third attempt to contact her and voice my
concern over his safety whilst in the care of Joy. None of my calls
were ever returned.
I also rang Liz from Child Safety Cairns and repeated my
concerns. This was the third time within a week of the fatal injuries
occurring, that I informed Liz of my fears for Luke’s safety. First, at
Luke’s visit the week before, and secondly, during a phone call
when she informed me, two of the children were to be removed
immediately so that Luke would receive proper care. The third time
was during a phone call to organise a meeting with Liz and the
Team Leader Jo.
I phoned Joy’s home phone at 1.30pm on the same day. The
phone was answered by a child, who informed me Luke was
asleep.
I rang a third time that day at 5pm to talk to Luke and was told he
was still asleep. I commented that he doesn’t usually sleep that
long and told her I would ring again soon. I did not want to upset
his carer so decided to ring again the following morning.
My mobile phone activity report can verify the times, when I rang.
6. The inaccurate account of times supplied by his carer
I am suspicious of the reasons for supplying a misleading account
of times for Luke’s injuries occurring and when he was put to bed.
His carer knew his usual time for a daytime sleep was 1.30 and
that it was highly unusual for Luke to go to sleep at 11am. As he
returned from the visit an hour and a half earlier than normal, Joy
would have been informed and well aware of his early arrival. I am
suspicious that she is trying to hide the fact that his going to bed at
this time, had never occurred before and was therefore a result of
his head injury.
7. I am also concerned, as the father of a deceased child, and as the
father whose child was placed in a supposed - β€˜sanctioned safe
environment’. Who is responsible for sanctioning a 74 year old
woman as a full-time carer of four young children. Even a
responsible person half that age would have their work cut out for
them, so why was Luke placed with a carer, who even admitted
she did not want the added burden of another child; said, she did
not want him – and yet, Child Safety saw fit to overload a 74 year
old woman with a very active 2 year old, thus creating an
extremely DANGEROUS environment of uncontrollability and
neglect.
I believe the Child Safety Officers involved in the decision making
processes of this case should be investigated thoroughly for
neglecting their duty of care, - in (a) allowing a 74 year old woman
to β€˜care’ for 3 children, let alone 4 – plus, what about the other
three children still in her β€˜care’? Are they β€˜safe’?? Do they suffer
constant injuries?? Is anyone monitoring this?? Do β€˜carers’ attend
a basic first aid course, which would point out the obvious steps to
adhere to if a child sustains a head injury- don’t let them sleep for
6 hours. Was it only my child who suffered constant injuries and
would this be an indication of bullying from the older children.
I simply ask that you consider my concerns when you conduct your
investigation into the matter,
Regards Michael Borusiewicz.

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Lots of Love and Kisses xxx

Nancy Scrimgeour (GTS Friend)

1 week ago

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Thinking of you at Christmastime
You're in my thoughts today
You've only gone to Heaven
To watch over us each day.
Today we'll spend together
just like we always do
I'm sending Christmas Wishes
with love
from me to you.

Christmas blessings
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Sylvie Belanger

December 23, 2011

GOODNIGHT GODBLESS ANGEL ~
`♥ Christmas Without You`♥


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Christmas without you here with me,
can never possibly be the same.
But I carry an Angel within my heart;
one so precious, who has your name.

An Angel forever watching over me,
at Christmas time, and over the year.
Although you can't be here anymore,
inside my heart, you are so very near.

There is no special present for you,
wrapped up under my Christmas tree.
But I have a greater gift to give to you;
all the love you can still feel from me.

No, Christmas time without you here,
could not ever possibly be the same.
But, I have had the precious gift of you,
and the memories and love, will remain.

οΏ½ Pamela Hall
All my love Sylvie

Sylvie Belanger

December 23, 2011

A GOLDEN CANDLE

This poem is all about a golden candle
It's flames flicker oh so bright
And keep burning well until morning light

I light it at night..
And first thing at dawn
This Golden candle is in loving memory of you..
To remember when you were born

For my love i remember it all you see
And this candle will burn bright for eternity

The flames will burn bright
With such warmth and glow
Why God took you my love we will never know

If the wind blows the candle out
Remember my loved one..
Just give me a shout
For this candle for you will stay glowing night and day
And my love for you is here to stay

copyright© Jackie Thomas 2009.

Little Children (Soul Mate)

September 22, 2011

Gone Too Soon

G od took you gently by the hand,
O n wings of love to another land,
N estled in the clouds up high,
E ternal live he gave you in the sky,

T he ones left behind have broken hearts,
O h they did not want you to depart,
O ne day you will all meet again,

S aving a place and no more pain,
O n wings of love in Heaven above,
O ur hearts are filled with lots of love,
N ever more then a heartbeat away,

Gone too soon but remembered every single day.

Love Margaret
XxX

Margaret Paula Goughs Mum

May 9, 2011

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Easter Lamb in Heaven
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It’s Easter time in heaven
Christ sits upon the throne
His faithful sheep are gathered 'round
This palace made of stone.

A rugged cross comes into view
Beyond the crystal sea
A sun-filled room, an empty tomb
A spectacle to see.

In heaven, God reminds us
The reason we are there
How Jesus hung upon the cross
Our burdens, He did bear.

In paradise, on Easter
As far as one can see
Are scenes of Easter long ago
And how this came to be.

There is no toil or trouble
The wages have been paid
The walls are built with diamonds
The streets are lined with jade.

The pearly gates of heaven
Such beauty to behold
The sky is clear as crystal
The walks are paved with gold.

A rainbow stretches overhead
Sweet cherubs fill the sky
Angels sing and church bells ring
They lift their voices high.

There is no need of moon and stars
Where everything is bright
For all who dwell within this land
Are bathed in Holy Light.

Like brilliant prisms in the sun
And beams of colored hue
Somewhere beyond the universe
The Lamb of God shines through.

It's Easter time in heaven
And everything is grand
The only thing that's earthly made
Are the nail scars in His hand.

Author/Written By:
Marilyn Ferguson


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Sylvie Belanger

April 20, 2011

Remembering My Son - by Mariane Holbrook

We'll only remember the good things
Like the day when our baby was born.
How he filled all our lives with such pleasure,
Never knowing that now we would mourn.

We'll only remember the good days,
Like the day when he ran to our arms
And he flashed his big smile so endearing
And displayed his unique baby charms.

We'll only remember the good things
Like the presents he wrapped with his love
And presented his heart to his parents
Like a gift straight from heaven above.

We'll only remember the fun times
When our family would gather as one,
And our laughter would fill all our household
At the antics of him, our dear Son.

So today though we mourn at his passing
And we wipe sorrow's tears from our eyes,
We'll remember this Son whom God gave us
And brought so much joy to our lives.

Copyright οΏ½ 2006 Mariane Holbrook

Joanne Mum To Alex And Ciara

January 18, 2011

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Joanna Parker

December 26, 2010

♥MERRY CHRISTMAS ANGEL♥

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There's a very special place beyond the skies above
somewhere very peaceful that is full of light and Love
That special place is Heaven, where you're free to laugh and roam
it was your time to go there so the angels took you home
And though you're in our thoughts each day throughout the year
at special times like Christmas we all Wish you could be here
Now you're in a better place,your soul is laid to rest
safe with all the Angels for they only take the best.
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Merry Chrismas to all the angles I like to sent my love to each and everone of you angles
bigs hugs from me to you and your family
and friends that you miss you ever day but
in our hearts forever you will not be forgotin
all my love hugs and xxxx from mommy
Granddaughter of Albert and Marie-Jeanne
Belanger take care bye for now

Sylvie Belanger

December 24, 2010

Luke won a children;s photo competition

I entered a photo of Luke in a kidz photo contest last week and he won.

http://www.minti.com/groups/43948/Baby-photo-Contest/blog/1148650/And-the-winner-is/#1149962

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  • ♥ ♥ ♥ Angel Day bigs hugs from me to you and your family and friends that you miss you ever day but in our hearts forever take care love you bye for now hugs love from me.♥ ♥ ♥
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    Jan 18, 2012, 8:24 am
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