For Wiradjuri writer Anita Heiss, life is a whirlwind after the publication of her fourth fiction book in the writing genre of Koori Chick-lit. It’s a genre that Anita has developed, forging the way as the first Indigenous person to write entertaining, popular fiction aimed at the commercial market, while also educating readers about Indigenous […]
When most footballers switch clubs, according to them it’s usually for every reason fathomable but the money. But, really, who ever believes it? While fans may get upset when a long-serving player heads to a rival club for better money, it’s nonsensical to expect players in the fully professional modern era to adhere to the […]
Having bided his time patiently on the Portland bench over the past two regular seasons, and never once whingeing or offering a single word of discontent to the media, Patrick Mills’ steely persistence and resolve is now beginning to pay dividends. Patrick has been averaging up to 20 minutes a game towards the end of […]
A new partnership between the Federal Government and the Mining and Engineering Academy will create 30 new Indigenous jobs in Alice Springs. The partnerships will enable 30 Indigenous job seekers in Alice Springs to complete a Certificate II in Retail, pre-employment training and have access to jobs with some of Australia’s largest companies. Minister for […]
Dynamic role models are getting ready to ensure students from the Townsville region have a great time at the Vibe Alive Festival next month. The Vibe Alive event will be held on June 1 and 2 at the Townsville Showgrounds, 72 Ingham Rd West End, Townsville. The two-day youth festival will challenge and inspire the […]
DEADLY AWARDS The purpose of the Deadly Awards is to recognise the contribution of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to their community and to Australian society. The Deadlys showcases the outstanding achievement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and provides identifiable national and local role models to inspire all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and […]
The life expectancy gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians can be mainly attributed to chronic diseases, a new report has found. But while some inroads have been made into the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the report says there is still a long way to go. The health and welfare […]
More than a quarter of a billion dollars will flow out to Indigenous Australians to help them to stay at school and find work. The Federal Budget, handed down last night, allocated an extra $171 million to programs that focus on Indigenous school students. The funding ends in 2013. A new $50.7 million Youth Careers […]
The schoolchildren of Bendigo are counting down the days to the Vibe Alive festival, which is now only two weeks away. The Bendigo Vibe Alive will be held on 25 and 26 May at the Prince of Wales Showgrounds (Bendigo Showgrounds), 42-72 Holmes Rd, Bendigo. The two-day youth festival will challenge and inspire students of […]
Don’t gamble your life away Is there a safe way to gamble? The answer is yes and it’s a message former NRL star and counsellor Ashley Gordon is taking to community to try and reduce the impacts of gambling on children, families and young people. “Gambling is a big problem in our communities and should […]
2> These Essendon AFL stars are all facing a pivotal 2011 season Patrick Ryder At only 23 years of age, and now coming onto his sixth season in the AFL system, Patrick is already regarded as one of the most talented players in the AFL, despite having only just begun to scratch the surface of […]
One of NSW largest employers is today launching a new strategy to tackle Indigenous disadvantage by boosting job opportunities. Essential Energy (formerly Country Energy) has developed the 2011 Indigenous Employment and Development Strategy in consultation with rural and regional communities. The strategy will assist Essential Energy to further strengthen Indigenous representation across its workforce and […]
Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre in Sydney’s south west is calling Indigenous emerging and established artists and students from throughout New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory to create new artwork for their open themed Annual Mil-Pra AECG Aboriginal Exhibition & Art Award 20 Years Deadly 2011. Awards are open to both adults and children […]
Registrations are now open for the annual National Native Title Conference which will be held in Brisbane from June 1-3. Australia’s largest Indigenous policy conference, Co-convened by the Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS) and Queensland South Native Title Services (QSNTS). The Conference promotes public debate about native title and Indigenous […]
A community meeting will be held on Wednesday, 11 May to discuss the proposal for a National Indigenous 3on3 Basketball and Hip Hop Challenge – the Vibe 3on3® to be held in Albany later this year. The meeting will be held from 10am to 12pm at the Albany Aquatic and Leisure Centre, Barker Road, Albany […]
The free Message Sticks Film Festival will tour nationally from 13th May-24th August 2011 and will visit various locations from Blacktown, New South Wales to Yirrkala in the Northern Territory. The tour promises to showcase Indigenous excellence in the filmmaking arena and all screenings are free with all films exclusively created by Indigenous people. Opening […]
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