Petrol sniffing has had a devastating impact in some communities. Apart from the effects it has on young people’s health, it has also led to increased violence, juvenile crime, property damage, poor school performance and family and social disruption. Sniffing petrol creates health problems because the led found in some petrol accumulates in the body. […]
It’s all very well to talk about sensible drinking, what does it mean when someone talks about a standard drink? It’s confusing because a standard drink can come in all shapes and sizes, but all standard drinks contain about 10 grams of alcohol. The drinks are different sizes because some are stronger than others. But […]
Barbiturates are a form of depressants known as downers. They are taken in pill form and affect the central nervous system by slowing down the mind and body. Barbiturates are not only highly addictive – they can also have damaging short- and long- term effects. Short-term effects range from a feeling of sleepiness and relaxation […]
GBH stands for Gamma hydroxybutyrate – or “grievous bodily harm”. As its nickname implies, this is a highly dangerous drug and should never, ever be used. It is a powerful, rapidly-acting, central nervous system depressant that is sold as a light-coloured powder that dissolves in liquids or in small vials in the form of an […]
Caffeine is a naturally occurring stimulant found in certain plants. It acts on the brain and nervous system. Small doses may make you feel more awake and focused, but higher amounts can make you feel anxious and jittery. Your heart rate will increase and you may have difficulty sleeping. Coffee, tea, cocoa, cola soft drinks […]
Vibe.com chats with Caper from Indigenous hip hop crew Shadows about the groups rapid rise. So I hear you guys have been globetrotting? Yeah, we went late last year to record our album with Pete Harrington in London. He actually helped on the E.P we recorded 12 months ago so we went over for a […]
How do you keep fit?I go to the gym a lot and do weights, and I also run and do boxing. Why is it important for you to keep fit?Acting can be very demanding ” especially in the theatre. For instance, when I was starring in Capricornia I was basically on stage the whole time, […]
Tell us about your diet.I’m always conscious of eating the right foods and trying to stay off the grog. Definitely all the vegiess and all the leans meats, basically I’ve switched to a white meat diet, just chicken and fish. As an actor, why is it important for you stay in shape?You have to be […]
The Minister for Indigenous Affairs, Ms Jenny Macklin has today announced that the West Australian government will join with the federal government in imposing welfare payment management in selected Indigenous communities in and effort to combat parenting and behavioral issues. As part of the trial, funding will be provided to establish parent responsibility teams to […]
16 years after battling his way out of Chicago’s hip hop underground, Common is regarded as one of the pre-eminent MC’s and lyricists in the game today. He first introduced himself to the word as Common Sense with his first single “Take It EZ” where he schooled up-and-coming rappers on the hip hop game. Since […]
On the 100th Anniversary year of Australian Rugby League, National Indigenous TV will launch the world’s first Indigenous NRL Panel Show. The live national broadcast will air on Thursday 6th March from 6:30pm ” 8:00pm AEST on Channel 180, on FOXTEL and AUSTAR. National Indigenous TV and Maling Productions Pty Ltd are proud to announce […]
The winners of the 7th Deadly Sounds Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Music Awards (aka “˜the Deadlys’) were announced tonight at cityLIVE, Fox Studios. Band of the Year went to cult Territory rockers Letterstick Band, who are part of the An Barra clan located on the coast of northeast Arnhem Land near Maningrida. A big […]
The winners of the 6th Deadly Sounds Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Music Awards (aka “˜the Deadlys’) were announced tonight at a lavish ceremony held at City Live, Fox Studios. Fresh from her performances at the Sydney 2000 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Torres Strait Islander singer Christine Anu won Single Release Of The Year for […]
It was a night of glam frocks, black rock and turning back the clock at the 8th National Indigenous Music, Sport, Entertainment & Community Awards (“˜the Deadlys’), held this evening at the Sydney Opera House. Celebrities were in abundance at Indigenous Australia’s night of nights, with Shakaya, Anthony Mundine, Evonne Goolagong-Cawley, Troy Cassar-Daley, David Peachey, […]
Try scoring machine Nathan Merritt has re-signed with South Sydney for a further four seasons. An Alexandria Rovers junior, Merritt made his debut for the Rabbitohs in 2002. After a brief stint with the Sharks he returned to Redfern and in 2006 became the NRL’s leading try-scorer. He now joins fellow Rabbitohs stars Roy Asotasi, […]
A confidential survey conducted by the NSW Secondary Principals Council has found that white students are avoiding schools with Aboriginal and Middle Eastern students in favor of Catholic and other private institutions. Dubbed “white flight”, high school principals are concerned the trend may undermine the public education system and threaten social cohesion. Some teachers have […]
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