The Dreaming festival is a place for all Australians to immerse themselves in the contemporary and traditional practices of the world¹s Indigenous cultures. Part of the uniqueness of The Dreaming festival is being in the beautiful Woodford valley, sitting around a campfire listening to an elder tell a story with warmth, generosity and spirit, then […]
Hodges named man of the match in Test win Justin Hodges helped exorcise Australias World Cup demons by staring for the Kangaroos and earning man of the match honors in the Anzac Test on Friday night. Hodges was devastated at missing the 2008 World Cup due to injury and displayed “what could have been” when […]
Teams are registering fast for this month’s Vibe Alive in Coonamble with more than 65 schools signed up to vie for the top honours and participate in two days of full-on educational fun and games. Students and community groups from around North West NSW and as far south as Sydney will gather to participate in […]
Young advisors are sought for the National Centre for Indigenous Excellence. The National Centre for Indigenous Excellence Centre (NCIE) will open later this year and young people in Sydney from 12 to 18-years-old are encouraged to be involved in the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC). The NCIE, on the site of the old Redfern Public School, […]
The National Apology has had far-reaching impacts on the education of young Australians about Indigenous peoples. The Apology and its anniversary have sparked the curiosity of students and they are asking many more questions, according to Sharon Williams, Managing Director of cultural group Thulli Dreaming. “I’d say demand for our schools workshops has increased XX […]
Four out of every five children under the age of six-years-old have a middle ear infection at least once. Although it is a common condition particularly in Indigenous children, if left untreated or unmonitored it can lead to social, emotional, physical and educational issues later in life. In the Northern Territory, schools have identified up […]
Our homes can be dangerous places where bugs and bacteria breed. Care and lots of soap and water are your best defence. Sickness can be caused by inadequate domestic or personal hygiene. Not cleaning the toilet, not getting rid of rubbish, not washing clothes and bedding frequently, and not storing food properly are some examples […]
Influenza and pneumonia, which can develop from flu, are the primary causes of death for about 2.5 per cent of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, mostly adults. The risk increases if you’re over 50, or if you’re considered high-risk, which includes people who have diabetes or renal disease or drink excessive amounts of alcohol. […]
Say goodbye to creamy pasta sauces and hello to a tasty meat-based sauce packed with vegies Originally from the town of Bologna in Italy, Bolognaise sauce is popular around the world. It’s affordable, simple to make and delicious every time, even if you vary the ingredients. This version contains beef and pork mince, but you […]
This month professional Rugby League player Rhys Wesser tells us about eating for maximum energy and his goals in life What is the most rewarding thing you get out of staying fit and being healthy? Being fit and healthy means I’m happy with myself. In return, I can make others happy. Tell us about your […]
Stir-fries are tasty, healthy and easy to cook The secret to a good stir-fry is to cook it fast, which retains both the colour and nutrients in the vegetables. You can also add some lean, thinly sliced meat, such as pork. Lean pork is low in calories and a good source of diet protein and […]
An historic match between the NRL’s best players and its Indigenous stars could soon become a reality with a proposal to be tabled at the NRL chief executives meeting today. Talk of an Indigenous Vs Australia or NRL All Stars match has gained momentum over the years given the steady increase of Indigenous players in […]
April Hip Hop Drop The Last Kinection consists of DJ Jay Tee and brother-sister duo Joel and Naomi Wenitong (aka Weno and Nay of Local Knowledge and Shakaya fame, respectively). This crew delivers the issues with clarity, originality and passion, empowering listeners with a respect for culture, truth and freedom of speech. They run hip […]
Indigenous Affairs Minister Jenny Macklin yesterday announced a $110 million cash injection to build and repair homes in remote West Australian Indigenous communities. The funding is part of the remote Indigenous housing national partnership announced last November and will go towards new houses, major upgrades and repairs to existing houses. Ms Macklin said it was […]
Dr Chris Sarra has taken a swipe at teachers for expecting less of their Aboriginal pupils. Dr Sarra is the director of the Indigenous Education Leadership Institute in Queensland and has just completed a review of education in the Northern Territory. He believes that the Territory’s Education Department has inadvertently created an underclass. He says […]
Gold Coast Titans co-captain Scott Prince is likely to finish his career at the club after signing a four-year contract extension that will keep him on the Gold Coast until the end of 2014. The 29-year-old will be 34 when his deal expires, but hasn’t ruled out playing beyond 20014. He also has intentions of […]
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