A century of service at Uniprint

Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) Uniprint team celebrated a century of service at this year's long-serving staff ceremony.

Uniprint digital copying and printing services supervisor Kim Madden, art room supervisor/senior graphic designer Susan Sinclair and production supervisor Lance Hopkinson each celebrated 30 years of service with CDU.

Manager John Secrett, who celebrated his tenth year of service, said he was proud of what the team had achieved.

“I’ve enjoyed the variety that comes with the work. No two days are the same, and there’s always something different to work on, learn about or solve,” Mr Secrett said.

“Over the past 10 years, I’ve had the opportunity to grow my skills and take on new challenges, which has kept the job interesting.”

“I’m proud of the contribution we’ve been able to make, but I'm most proud of the way we are appreciated by the CDU staff.” 

Mr Hopkinson said that he is looking forward to many more years at CDU.

“I have been working at Uniprint for 30 years plus. When people ask me why I have stayed at Uniprint so long, I tell them that it is because I work with a great team of people,” Mr Hopkinson said. 

“We put a large emphasis on customer service and endeavour to meet or exceed expectations." 

“The University has been great as a whole, with other departments and faculties supporting us over my journey. I look forward to many more years at CDU."

At the 2026 CDU Long Service Awards, 56 staff members were recognised for their time at CDU.

The longest serving employee at this ceremony was Technical Officer, Kathy Kellam who has been with CDU for 40 years.

Together with her daughter Natasha McCrae, Associate Director of Course Accreditation and Regional Studies they celebrate 60 years of service.