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A new learning resource designed to engage First Nations students to complete courses and succeed in tertiary education will be rolled out to Charles Darwin University (CDU) lecturers from today. The lecturer guidebook by researchers from CDU’s Northern Institute and Faculty of Arts and Society aims to support lecturers engaging with First Nations students in ways that demonstrate and … Continued
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Indigenous community leaders and disaster resilience experts will gather at Lismore Showground – a central point for emergency flood support and relief during the region’s flood emergency – to highlight the importance of Indigenous leadership in disaster response and recovery. The National Indigenous Disaster Resilience (NIDR) initiative – part of Monash University’s Fire to Flourish … Continued
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Netball Victoria, with support from RACV, is proud to be participating in Netball Australia’s inaugural First Nations Tournament this weekend, marking a significant milestone in promoting diversity and inclusion in the sport. The pilot tournament, which will be held from 13 to 15 September 2024 at Netball Victoria’s home – the State Netball Centre in … Continued
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For Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) Australia every day is World Suicide Prevention Day, as it works towards zero suicides amongst Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Established in 2020, Gayaa Dhuwi is the national peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social and emotional wellbeing, mental health, and suicide prevention. Its role is to … Continued
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The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Communications and the Arts is holding a public hearing this week for its inquiry into the challenges and opportunities within the Australian live music industry. The Committee will be speaking with Mr Robbie Bundle, CEO of Victorian-based Songlines Music Aboriginal Corporation about the organisation’s live music initiatives designed … Continued
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10 September 2024 First Nations children connect with country through snowsports First Nations students from the South East had their first experience of snowsports at the NSW Office of Sport’s First Nations Snowsports Program at Jindabyne last week. The Program, held from 1-6 September involved the students learning to ski or snowboard … Continued
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The Quandamooka Yoolooburrabee Aboriginal Corporation (QYAC) has respectfully lowered a Palestinian flag which had been erected on Minjerribah before a meeting of the Board to consider and finalise the matter. The flag had been flown alongside the Aboriginal flag in Goompi since the conflict in Gaza began in October last year and was taken-down … Continued
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Tomorrow, First Nations-led organisations and climate advocates from across Australia join a gathering of 260+ public and private sector leaders from every corner of society at the third Better Futures Forum (10-11 September), including: Uncle Ray Minniecon, Indigenous Peoples’ Organisation Australia Co-Chair Caleb Adams, sustainable investment specialist and proud Wulli Wulli man Tishiko King, ocean … Continued
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In a special ceremony this week in Nhulunbuy Northeast Arnhem Land Charles Darwin University (CDU) received the official title and meaning of the newest regional campus Mathaman | CDU Nhulunbuy Campus. The opening of the campus marks the return of a permanent CDU Campus for tertiary education in the region. The building was officially opened … Continued
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Indigenous Allied Health Australia (IAHA), together with partners the National Association of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners (NAATSIHWP) and Rural Doctors Network (RDN), are proud to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme (PHMSS). The Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship is named in honour of … Continued
