Technology has changed rapidly in the last 20 years, with the speed of computers doubling every two years. Many people are now using mobile devices like XOs, PSPs and 3G phones to draw or paint, make movies about their lives and communities, record their own music and to learn more about the world. Recognising the […]
Live longer and get more out of life! Not smoking helps you live longer by dramatically reducing your chances of heart attack, stroke and a bunch of other terminal illnesses – and it also helps you live better. You may not think about it when you’re young and feeling fit and healthy, but the longer […]
“Not everyone can run a marathon because it takes a bit of ticker.” That was the advice from the former world-champ marathon runner Robert de Castella as he was mentoring and training Charlie Maher to run in last year’s New York Marathon. The Northern Territory Thunder footballer was one of a small group of athletes […]
With so many new Aboriginal hip hop artists emerging all the time, it’s getting harder and harder to stand out from the pack. One man who is certainly doing that is Jimblah, a veteran of the local hip hop scene who’s just released his latest album, Face the Fire. Deadly Sounds: Great to have you […]
The folks at Yirrkala in the Northern Territory have just completed three action-packed days of surfing lessons, with six of them completing a Surfing Australia Level 1 Surf Instructor course. Jamo Borthwick and Carly Mcrae, two Surfing Australia coaches from the Gold Coast, delivered the program to more than 50 kids with the help of […]
Through funky rhythms and inspirational lyrics, 23-year-old Corey Theatre has created a soulful repertoire, delivered with his trademark husky vocals and Delta-blues style guitar playing. Corey has recently finished studying at the University of Adelaide’s Centre for Aboriginal Studies and Music (CASM), a place that he says helped shape his style. “Originally, I was just […]
If you like basketball, art, hip hop, rapping and break dancing, then you don’t want to miss Albany’s National Indigenous 3on3 Basketball and Hip Hop Challenge – the Vibe 3on3® on Thursday 11 August, 2011. The Vibe 3on3® – an fun, free event for Aboriginals and non-Indigenous Australians – is returning to Albany for the […]
Employment among Indigenous people has risen dramatically over the last 14 years, according to a new study. The Sydney Morning Herald reported the rise, which was detailed at the Australian Social Policy Conference at the University of NSW last week. Employment among Indigenous women aged 18 to 64 rose by 19% between 1994 and 2008, […]
Aboriginal actress and cultural activist, Leah Purcell, was today announced as ambassador for Ngara Nanga Mai, SDN’s Aboriginal unit, reflecting her commitment to supporting and advocating for Aboriginal children. The award winning actress – perhaps best known for her contribution to the entertainment and arts industry – has long been an advocate for Aboriginal children. […]
Deadlys nominations have now closed, with a good representation of nominations across the award categories. Organisers will announce finalists on 15 July 2011. Once finalists are announced on 15 July, the top four nominees in each award category will go out for public vote. “We are anticipating announcing some strong contenders in each award category, […]
The City of Sydney has made headlines after announcing its landmark decision to replace the term “white settlement” with “invasion” in the preamble of its Corporate Plan for the city. The push to change the wording was made by the City of Sydney’s Aboriginal Advisory Panel, who would also like the term “invasion” to be […]
Hundreds of young people descended on the JC Hardie Centre for the first National Indigenous 3on3 Basketball and Hip Hop Challenge – the Vibe 3on3® on June 24. Over 40 teams from Port Hedland and schools around the region attended to compete in the Vibe 3on3®. Event Producer Mayrah Sonter says the Port Hedland Vibe […]
Sydney Festival is setting out to raise $300,000 for the development and staging of one of the centrepieces of the 2012 program, I Am Eora. I Am Eora is a theatre/music/film event that tells the stories of Sydney’s Aboriginal cultural continuity, celebrating its heroes and embracing the sacred heart of our city. Directed by Wesley […]
To celebrate NAIDOC Week 2011, Marrickville Council and ANTaR Australians for Native Title and Reconciliation, will present a special screening of the film MURUNDAK: Songs of Freedom as well as a live performance from Emma Donovan of ‘The Black Arm Band’. The performance and screening will be held at the DENDY Newtown on Wednesday 6 […]
Get ready Kalgoorlie! Excitement is already building for the fourth Vibe Alive festival on 17 and 18 August at the Oasis playing Fields, Johnson St, Somerville, Kalgoorlie. The two-day youth festival will challenge and inspire students of Kalgoorlie and greater Western Australia as they form teams to compete in Indigenous games and take part in […]
Police and local Indigenous children on Melville Island are finding common ground in a love of fishing, with police saying it is also a good way to build trust in the community. AFP members deployed to ‘Operation Pleach’ in the Northern Territory have taken part in the fourth ‘Off the Hook’ fishing event last week. […]
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