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On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Allira Toby, Former A-Leagues player and John Moriarty Football (JMF) Ambassador, talking about Unearthing the next generation of Indigenous football talent at the inaugural JMF National Talent Showcase. John Moriarty Football (JMF) will shine the spotlight on young Indigenous football talent…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Professor Nareen Young, UTS: University of Technology Sydney Director of the UTS Centre for Indigenous People and Work, talking about AEU and UTS Centre for Indigenous People to collaborate on new bargaining agreement. This groundbreaking partnership, supported by Maurice Blackburn Lawyers,…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Cherie and Phil Thompson, Native Secrets Founders, talking about Indigenous start-ups recognised for ‘nature positive’ work. Skincare brand Native Secrets Australia has been recognised for its innovative approach delivering products enhanced by Traditional medicinal practices. The Dubbo-based company founded on Wiradjuri…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Banks Nean, Banksia Nean Founder, talking about New First Nations footwear brand Banksia Nean officially launches. Founded by proud Barunggam and Kamilaroi woman and designer Banks Nean, First Nations footwear brand Banksia Nean officially launched. Each artwork is hand-painted, digitally translated,…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Harold Scruby, Pedestrian Council of Australia CEO, talking about a refreshed walk to work day puts mental health in focus – Save The Date: Friday 27 March 2026. The Pedestrian Council of Australia has today announced a new look Walk to…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Kieran Satour, Filmmaker, talking about Overland Telegraph Line documentary features First Nations accounts of violence. A documentary film by Aboriginal filmmaker Kieran Satour tells the story of the massacres in outback Australia when the Overland Telegraph Line was established in the…Read More Read More
BONTB from FEB 7th 2026. Coming up at 11am on this week’s best of National Talk Black we have: Kieran Satour, Filmmaker, talking about Overland Telegraph Line documentary features First Nations accounts of violence. A documentary film by Aboriginal filmmaker Kieran Satour tells the story of the massacres in outback Australia when the Overland Telegraph Line…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Dr June Smith, Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) Deputy Chief Ombudsman, talking about AFCA complaints reveal ongoing barriers for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers. Complaints to the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) continue to highlight the barriers Aboriginal and Torres…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Alan Blackshaw, Gambling Help QueenslandUnitingCare Community Educator, talking about a range of Information Sheets on Gambling Harm for service providers, venues, FIFO workers, young people (the Rookies) and Defence Personnel. Alan also talks about the gambling harm, which young people are…Read More Read More
On todays Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Nicci Dent, Heart Research Australia CEO, talking about Why Stress Is Quietly Breaking Our Hearts – and How to Reset This REDFEB. With cost-of-living pressure rising in recent years, stress has become the silent epidemic of modern life – and it’s quietly…Read More Read More
This week on Blak Law: Tribal Edition, we take a look at the new development in the Victorian treaty process. Join Gaan-Yarra, Yirrilam and Murrumu for your favourite podcast. Coming to you via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service only here on BBM 98.7fm
This week on Blak Law: Tribal Edition, we meet the Minister for Small Business & Innovation as well as the danger of the Sovereign citizen movement. Join Yirrilam, Viko, Gaan-Yarra and Murrumu for more on your favourite podcast! Coming to you via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service only here on BBM 98.7FM
This week on Blak Law: Tribal Edition, we take a look at the recent pro-Australia national rallies and the attack on camp sovereignty in Melbourne. Join Bumi, Yirrilam, Gaan-Yarra and Murrumu on your favourite podcast. Coming to you via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service only here on BBM 98.7FM
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: BBM Crew Matty and Ruby bringing you a recap from their time on Thursday Island for the 2025 Winds of Zenadth Cultural Festival alongside Radio ‘4 Meriba Wakai’ (4MW) – 1260am. Matty and Ruby had a yarn with deadly guests from…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Special Guests Live today from the third and final day of the 2025 Winds of Zenadth Cultural Festival. Trendy Trev yarns with guests and organisations from around the event about today’s celebrations. Richard Bing, Djabugay Dancer, talking about the Djabugay Dancers…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Pauline Lampton, First Nations Christian Dance Gathering Organiser, talking about the FNQ First Nations Christian Dance Gathering. A celebration of faith, culture, and creative worship through dance – for beginners and advanced dancers alike! George Halkias, The Big Issue Street Soccer…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Tony Albert, Artistic Director, talking about the National Gallery announces 10 new artistic projects for After the Rain. The National Gallery of Australia has commissioned leading First Nations artists to create 10 immersive projects for the upcoming 5th National Indigenous Art…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Dr. Shellie Morris, Musician, talking about her forthcoming landmark children’s album, ‘Singing For Our Little Ones’. It’s a really beautiful album centred around reviving and celebrating Warumungu language, which UNESCO now lists as an endangered language, while also providing a joyful…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Pauline Lampton, First Nations Christian Dance Gathering Organiser, talking about the FNQ First Nations Christian Dance Gathering. A celebration of faith, culture, and creative worship through dance – for beginners and advanced dancers alike! Yolande Brown, Choreographer & Writer, talking about…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: George Halkias, The Big Issue Street Soccer Program Co-founder & Coach, talking about Australia’s Street Socceroos and their recent trip to Oslo, Norway, for the 2025 Homeless World Cup. The Homeless World Cup operate a Global Network, bringing together 70 grassroots…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Susi Tegen, National Rural Health Alliance CEO, talking about the lack of service and access to rural healthcare causing more hospitalisations. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW), many parts of rural Australia have higher rates of potentially…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Councillor Raymond Kelly, Chairperson of the NSW Aboriginal Land Council, talking about New South Wales’ Oldest Aboriginal Land Claim Finally Being Resolved. The Brewarrina Local Aboriginal Land Council (Brewarrina LALC) and the NSW Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC) are celebrating the resolution…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Peter Cooley, CEO of First Hand Solutions, talking about IndigiGrow launching its “Caring for Country” program on Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th of August at its nursery at La Perouse Public School. This exciting initiative is focused on increasing biodiversity by…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Aunty Munya Andrews and Carla Rogers, Co-directors of Evolve Communities, talking about NAIDOC Week and the role of allies. Aunty Munya Andrews and Carla Rogers are the co-directors of Evolve Communities, winners of the prestigious 2024 Telstra Best of Business Award…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: PLO Stephen Grant and Executive Director of the First Nations division Alan Jewiss, Edmonton Police, talking with Trendy Trev about Alan’s position and his visit to Cairns. Dev Lengjel, Art Centre Manager – Festival Coordinator, talking about the NPA Cultural Festival.…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Nick Van Dyke, Director of Impact Programs, Children’s Hospital Foundation, talking about the $110 million in funding contributed to sick kids by Children’s Hospital Foundation over the last decade. Queensland Children’s Hospital has provided critical healthcare to over 418,000 children and…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Donna Donzow, EON Foundations NT Operations Manager, talking about how the EON Foundations fruit and veggie gardens are boosting nutrition and budgets in remote NT communities. The EON Foundation builds edible gardens in remote Aboriginal schools and communities and uses them…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Mayrah Sonter, Director and one of the co-founders of Indigenous Business Month (IBM), talking about Indigenous Business Month celebrates 10 years in October 2024. Indigenous Business Month is a collective movement that celebrates and showcases the diversity and excellence of Aboriginal…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Scott Buchanan, Executive Director of the Wet Tropics Management Authority, talking about how nominations are now open for the 20th anniversary Cassowary Awards, the only awards program in Australia to recognise community contributions to World Heritage management. They celebrate the efforts…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Bernard Namok Jnr, Co-author of “Our Flag, Our Story: The Torres Strait Islander Flag”, talking about the release of his new book “Our Flag, Our Story: The Torres Strait Islander Flag”. Bernard was just a little boy when his dad, the…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Isaac Drandic, Queensland Theatre’s Associate Artistic Director (First Nations) and Director of “37”, talking about his involvement the on stage play “37”. Penned by twice-named Tasmanian Aboriginal Artist of the Year, Nathan Maynard, and directed by renowned Australian director and proud…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Glenys Duncombe, Fundraising and Marketing Manager for Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation, talking about patients accessing the Dimbulah Primary Health Centre will have almost immediate access to blood test results, thanks to support from the Rotary FNQ Field Days. Through the…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Caitlin Wilson, Shine Lawyers Special Counsel, talking about Shine Lawyers filing a Complaint in the Australian Human Rights Commission against the Department of Communities in Western Australia, alleging the Department has been removing First Nations children from their families discriminatorily, in…Read More Read More
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Andrea Obeyesekere, Centacare FNQ’s Manager of Multicultural Services, talking about the Far North celebrating its multiculturalism with a Harmony Day event – organised by Centacare FNQ in collaboration with community organisations. This year’s Harmony Week theme is ‘Everyone Belongs’. Caitlin Wilson,…Read More Read More
On The Brekky Show, Bala Matty caught up with Bush Tukka Woman – Samantha Martin, who talked about the Bush Tukka Market Garden that’s happening for the first time at this year’s Cairns Show on the 17th, 18th & 19th July 2024.
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have: Dave Wildermuth, Manager of Queensland Indigenous Land and Sea Rangers Program, talking live from the Conference at Tjapukai with Trendy Trev. The program assists First Nations organisations to employ Land and Sea Rangers and offers grant funding, training, networking and partnership…Read More Read More
David Hudson, “From Campfire to Stage Light” writer, talking about his Queensland tour of “From Campfire to Stage Light”. From a childhood spent on outback cattle stations to world tours and serendipitous moments in the sun, David Bindi Hudson takes his autobiographical story on the road this June. Co-written with Kathryn Ash and Cindy Hudson,…Read More Read More
On todays National Talkblack via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we had: Sarah Corrigan, First Nations Ambassador for 33 Creative: Talking about the work being done towards a First Nations component for the Fee Free TAFE Campaign. Ciana Hastie and Ngapera, Representatives for Bama’s Got Talent: Talking about Bama’s Got Talent happening in Mareeba.…Read More Read More
We had: Michael Angeram, Optometry Development Consultant, talking about how optometrists ring alarm bells on excessive screen time. The research from Specsavers reveals that not only are young children aged 5-12 spending more than three times the amount on screens as recommended by the World Health Organisation, but both parents and teachers aren’t completely confident…Read More Read More
We had: Dr Lee White, ANU College of Asia and the Pacific, talking about how remote Aussies don’t have equal access to household electricity protections. Remote and Indigenous communities’ power connections are more vulnerable compared to their regional and metropolitan counterparts, according to new research from The Australian National University (ANU) and the Tangentyere Research…Read More Read More
This week on BLTE with a population of around 25 million people, the Sikh society is looking to modernise their kingdom by creating a tribal government for Punjab. This week the Sikhs for Justice launched their plans for a referendum to determine whether or not they want their own government similar to that of the…Read More Read More
We had: Aunty Munya, Aboriginal Elder and Carla Rogers, Churchill fellow and Ally, talking about how thousands pledge to keep showing up for First Nations peoples following the disappointing Referendum outcome. Chris Croker and Chris Henderson from Impact Investment Partners, talking about how Inaugural ‘Powermakers’ capacity building program for First Nations launches this week. A…Read More Read More
We had: Yarraka Bayles, Daughter of Tiga Bayles, talking about the Rebel with a Cause documentary series. Each episode features a different icon, episode 1 with Pat O’Shane AM, episode 2 on Neville Bonner, episode 3 with Oodgeroo Noonuccal and episode 4 with Tiga Bayles. Vanessa Lee Ahmat, Social Epidemiologist, talking about the cultural connections…Read More Read More
We had: Maddison Shakespeare and Dor Acatch Achiek, talking about how new research has highlighted the common bond between refugees and Austral. PLO Stephen Grant and Senior Sergeant Glen De Lai from Edmonton Police having a general yarn with Trendy Trev. Kate Gane from Australian Catholic University (ACU) talking about her journey through studying and…Read More Read More
We had: Alexander Symes, Architect, talking about how Aussie blueprints are going green following new research into sustainable rennovations. Hesitation to go green is high, with the new research from Allianz Australia revealing almost nine in ten Aussies say there are barriers deterring them from taking the plunge to sustainability. Over half of homeowners feel…Read More Read More
We had: Renee Coffey, CEO of Australian Kookaburra Kids Foundation, talking about how children are at risk of impact of parental mental illness. In line with Mental Health Month (October), a new study reveals the detrimental impact that paternal mental health can have on the mental wellbeing of children, with the findings showing a 42%…Read More Read More
We had: Shane Howard, Goanna Frontman, talking about how he returns order of Australia Medal in response to Voice referendum result. Howard spoke of his ‘deep sadness’ and while he ‘respects the democratic result,’ he felt that, “Australians had missed an important historical moment of destiny.” Goanna Band Kane Gane, First Nations student, talking about…Read More Read More
We had: Violet Stannard, Producer Cairns Indigenous Art Fair, talking about Urban BLAKtivation. Produced by the team at Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF), Urban BLAKtivation will surprise and delight visitors to the city’s Shields Street cultural precinct with a live and free First Nations showcase from 4.30 pm to 8 pm on Saturday, 21 October…Read More Read More
We had: Mervyn Eades, Founder and CEO Ngalla Maya: Aboriginal Employment Access, having a catch up yarn with Trendy Trev about the work Ngalla Maya are doing. PLO Stephen Grant and Senior Sergeant Glen De Lai from Edmonton Police, talking about homelessness. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians, account for 20% of all people who…Read More Read More
We had: Harley Mann, Artistic Director, talking about the special advanced preview of new show by Circa Cairns. Performing Live at Cairns Performing Arts Centre October 20th and 21st at 7pm. Don’t miss the highly anticipated new show Son by Circa Cairns – a pioneering production about the relationship between fathers and sons told through…Read More Read More
We had:
ade McAlear, Australian Catholic University (ACU) graduate, talking about the special graduation held for her after her car accident. Jade was in a coma following a car accident when her parents Karen and Zac received her degree on her behalf last year. She has now accepted her bachelor of Occupational Therepy award herself in a special graduation ceremony organised by ACU’s School of Allied Health and the Jim-baa-yer Indigenous Higher Education Unit
We had: David Maxwell (Busta), and Anne Savage, CEO of Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, talking about Prostate Cancer in Australia. Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia and the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Australian men.
We had: Jalara Wagner, Indigenous student at Australian Catholic University (ACU), talking about how she is inspired to teach due to the inequities in Indigenous student outcomes and her focus on giving back to her community and being a role model.
We had:Tiahni Adamson, Indigenous wildlife conservation biologist, talking about National Science Week for 2023 (12th-20th August). In her current role as the Lead Community Engagement Officer for CH4 Global, Tiahni is part of a dynamic team that research and foster sustainable seaweed aquaculture, with a goal of zero methane agriculture.
We had: Courtney Peleseuma, student midwife studying at Australian Catholic University (ACU), talking about the Away From Base Program. The AFB Program is a great study mode in which Indigenous students are well supported with tutors to study online.
We had: Andrew Staite, CEO and MD at Pinnacle, talking about the barriers faced by Indigenous LGBTQIA+ youth in education & careers. 40% of Aussies believe there are more barriers for First Nations LGBTQIA+ people to get into tertiary education and 46% believe it’s harder for First Nations queer people to get into corporate careers.
We had: Hayley Creed, Indigenous teaching student at ACU, talking about the role she’s doing and the Game Changers program at ACU. Hayley says being a part of the Game Changers program has given her the confidence to embrace her heritage.
We had: Zane Ratcliff, First Nations education student Australian Catholic University (ACU), talking about his journey to university, plans for the future and giving advice to other Indigenous Australian’s thinking about studying.
We had: PLO Stephen Grant, Senior Sergeant Glen De Lai and Constable Alysha Freebairn from Edmonton Police, having a general catch up yarn with Trendy Trev on their Which Way Yarning program.
We had: Rob Ramjan, Board Director of Mental Illness Fellowship of Australia, talking about how Indigenous people impacted by serious mental health issues are being urged to reach out and get help. The key not-for-profit Mental Illness Fellowship of Australia (MIFA), is bluntly warning that a massive 154,000 Australians who have a severe and complex…Read More Read More
We had: PLO Stephen Grant, Constable Lachlan Steeden and Senior Constable Casey Leishman from Edmonton Police yarning with Trendy Trev on their Which Way Yarning Segment about Domestic Violence Month.
We had: Carly Forrest, Mandandanji women from Roma, in south-west regional Queensland, talking about how Oxfam Straight Talkers return to Canberra for Wiyi Yani U Thangani National Summit. Selected for their wide-ranging and diverse experience as change-makers in their communities, the Straight Talk delegates are among more than 900 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women…Read More Read More
We had: Adam Shipp, First Nations educator, talking about yarning circles for children’s wellbeing. Junior Landcare officially launched its latest series of First Nations perspectives resources on Monday, May 1, developed to help support the creation and use of yarning circles in schools and communities. Landcare Australia Simone Hasker, Senior Marketing and Communications Manager at…Read More Read More
We had: Indigenous Ranger Malachi Johnson, talking about from ranger to Rome. Malachi has been a ranger for 4 years and was last year voted as a spokesperson for South Pacific Conference in Rome. He has now been voted to do it again this year. Jason Banks, Partnership Manager of TIACS, talking about TradeMutt celebrates…Read More Read More
We had: Marjorie Elworthy, First Nations Liaison Officer, talking about the Junior Indigenous Youth Parliament happening today. Monica Stevens, Creative Producer, talking about JUTE Theatre Company “I Gut This Feeling” show happening next Friday, 19th May. I Gut This Feeling is a clever and comical theatre experience to entertain and educate audiences, both young and…Read More Read More
We had: PLO Stephen Grant, Senior Sergeant Glen De Lai and Commissioner Katarina Carroll on Which Way Yarning, talking about workforce shortages and Indigenous recruiting. Dominic Smith, Owner of the Pundi Produce & Diramu brands, talking about Colgate-Palmolive seeks to inspire change with commitment to buy from First Nations growers. Colgate-Palmolive’s latest hand and body…Read More Read More
We had: Mandy Maysey, President of TSAA, talking about how Tourettes Syndrome is leading to unjust reactions from first responders in line with Tourette Syndrome Awareness Week last week (1-7 May). Jorian Cunliffe, CEO of the Montessori Children’s Foundation and Simah and Telita Banu, Master Trainers, talking about the Montessori Playgroup. They have been supporting…Read More Read More
We had: Simon Thornalley from Saltwater Eco Tours, talking with Trevor from the Australian Tourism Exchange 2023. Saltwater Eco Tours is a Sunshine Coast based tourism company forging a deeper connection to Australia’s Indigenous culture through unique marine experiences on board a beautifully restored, heritage- listed vessel. Maria Said AM, AM, National Allergy Council Director…Read More Read More
We had: Stella de Cos, Director, Community and Customer Experience, at IBA talking about how First Nations women gather at National Summit. A new summit will bring together over 200 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women (including those who identify as cis, trans and non-binary) into an arena of decision-making with a diverse range of…Read More Read More
We had: Stella de Cos, Director, Community and Customer Experience, at IBA talking about how First Nations women gather at National Summit. A new summit will bring together over 200 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women (including those who identify as cis, trans and non-binary) into an arena of decision-making with a diverse range of…Read More Read More
We had: Levi Newbury and Fred Lefoe, Indigenous Land and Sea Rangers, talking about the QLD Land and Sea Indigenous Ranger Program which is State and Federal Funded.
We had: Levi Newbury and Fred Lefoe, Indigenous Land and Sea Rangers, talking about the QLD Land and Sea Indigenous Ranger Program which is State and Federal Funded.
We had: Tahlulah Tillett, Rugby player, talking about how she has just signed a 1 year deal with the NRLW Cowboys. Tillett is a long-time member of the Cowboys Women’s Academy and played four games for the Newcastle Knights during the 2021 NRLW season. William Barton, First Nations composer and performer, talking about how they…Read More Read More
We had: Eddie Synot, First Nations lawyer and researcher, talking about how the Uluru Dialogue releases more Yarning Circles for ‘Start a Yarn’ initiative. Start a Yarn is a national program inviting the Australian public to participate in virtual Yarning Circles to increase awareness and understanding of the First Nations Voice ahead of the referendum.…Read More Read More
We had: Julie Inman Grant, eSafety Commissioner, talking about better online experiences for First Nations people. The Albanese Government is supporting better online experiences for First Nations people as new research shows that more young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are turning to technology for cultural expression and engagement. Stella de Cos, Director, Community…Read More Read More
We had: Professor Gracelyn Smallwood, Professor of nursing and midwifery and advocate, talking about black deaths in custody. Professor Camilla Brockett, Deputy Leader of the Sport Performance and Business research program within the Institute for Health and Sport, talking about the urgent national survey to improve the safety and well-being of women in sport. Victoria…Read More Read More
We had: Fiona John, Event Director, talking about the Laura Quinkan Indigenous Dance Festival 2023. The Laura Quinkan Indigenous Dance Festival is a 3 day camping festival, Celebrating Culture and Recognizing History. For more info, check out their webpage: https://lauraquinkanfestival.com.au/ Senior Sergeant Glen De Lai and PLO Stephen Grant from Edmonton Police, talking about the…Read More Read More
We had: Richard Harvey, Rhinologist and Professor of Rhinology & Skull Base Surgery, talking about how treatment is now available through PBS subsidy for Australians living with chronic nasal condition. Professor Daryl Higgins, Australian Catholic University (ACU) Institute of Child Protection Studies Director, talking about child protection, education and health services failing to provide culturally…Read More Read More
We had: Robert Davis, Co Founder and Program Director AsOneNyitting, talking about First Nations social enterprise keeping young people out of jail through connection to country. Brina Keating, Executive Manager, Queensland Ambulance Service Cairns Region, talking about the Cairns Operations Centre opening night, and the role of an Emergency Dispatcher and call taker. Courtney Marsh,…Read More Read More
We had: Grant Garland, Technical Representative of Brooks Australia, talking about why testing your smoke alarm is vital ahead of Test your Smoke Alarm Day (1 April). While smoke alarms should be tested once a month, just 10% of Aussies do it and one in two Aussies have disabled their smoke alarms in their homes.…Read More Read More
We had: Ben Bowen, CEO of The Indigenous Literacy Foundation, talking about how the Indigenous Literacy Foundation launched 2023 Great Book Swap highlighting Indigenous language. Two of Australia’s favourite critters took centre-stage at the recent Indigenous Literacy Foundation’s Great Book Swap 2023 launch on Cammeraygal country. Audrey Deemal, Cairns local, talking about how she has…Read More Read More
We had: Queensland Family and Child Commission Principal Commissioner Luke Twyford, Youth Advocate Sarah, Engagement Officer Sarah-Kate Butler, talking about drive for Youth Advocates comes to Cairns. Young Queenslanders wanting to raise their voices and create change in their communities are invited to apply to become a Youth Advocate with the Queensland Family and Child…Read More Read More
We had: Robert Poipoi, Bamaga Enterprises Limited Chairperson, talking about Indigenous-owned Cape York Peninsula Lodge wins gold at Qantas Australian Tourism Awards. Indigenous-owned Cape York Peninsula Lodge has added a new accolade to its list of titles, winning Gold in the 4-4.5 Star Deluxe Accommodation category at the 2022 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards, held in…Read More Read More
We had: Debbie Kilroy, CEO of Sisters Inside, talking about how Sisters Inside warns Black lives will be lost with Queensland’s ‘US’ style policing. Prison abolition campaigners Sisters Inside have warned Queensland’s new youth justice laws will open the door to United States style policing that has led to thousands of Black deaths at the…Read More Read More
We had: PLO Stephen Grant from Edmonton Police and Kerry Johnson from First Nations & Multicultural Affairs Unit Communications, Culture & Engagement Division from Police Headquarters, talking about the future of First Nation & Policing in Queensland.
We had: Thomas Mayor, Advocate for The Uluru Statement from the Heart, talking about the Qld Parliament passing a motion supporting the Uluru Statement, including a Voice to Federal Parliament. Richie Ahmat, Chairman of Cape York Land Council talking about the historic native title sea claims determined on the 30th November. The historic native title…Read More Read More
We had: Kingsley Songer, General Manager at 4 Ways Fresh Produce, talking about Australia’s biggest cucumber farm to create legacy for traditional owners. Cucumber farmer 4 Ways Fresh Produce has signed an agreement with Indigenous Business Australia and Yamatji Enterprises Limited (YEL), an economic entity of the Yamatji Southern Regional Corporation. Peter Cooley, CEO First…Read More Read More
We had: Col Mackereth, Peer Support Worker at Spinal Life Australia, talking about how peer support is vital for Australians coming to terms with physical disabilites. A staggering one in three Australian adults living with a disability experience high or very high levels of distress. Unexpectedly acquiring a disability can be completely life changing, so…Read More Read More
We had: Aunty Bronwyn Penrith, Member of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Panel talking about monument to First Nations people unveiled on Sydney Harbour. The official unveiling of major new artwork bara by Waanyi artist Judy Watson took place on Saturday 28th May. Mark Kilpatrick, Director Community Services at MJD Foundation talking about…Read More Read More
We had: Renea Camilleri, Women’s Health Week and Community Engagement Manager at Jean Hailes for Women’s Health, talking about empowering First Nations women to learn about and manage polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a hormonal condition that affects one in 10 women and girls in Australia. Regrettably, it’s even more common in Aboriginal and…Read More Read More
We had: Sheree Lowe, Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation Inc SEWB Unit Executive Director, talking about VACCHO’s Victorian Election Platform urges all political parties to put Aboriginal health in Aboriginal hands. The Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO) has launched its Victorian election campaign which calls on all political parties to put Aboriginal…Read More Read More
In this episode: We take a look at Yidindji’s role in the opening of the law season and what this means for the city of Gimuy. Join Darigan Lime, Gaan-Yarra, Yirrilam, Matthew Bilbara from the Yidindji police and Murrumu on this star studded line up.
We had: We take a closer look at the Yidindji police coming straight from the underground, what does grass roots policing look like? join Murrumu, Gaan-Yarra & officers Guludu & Jirrbal on this peacekeeping podcast.
We take a look at why indigenous issues aren’t at the forefront of the election campaign. Join Murrumu, Gaan-Yarra, Bumi and Yirrilam on your favourite podcast.
In this episode: With the death of Queen Elizabeth we take a look at whats next for the Commonwealth of Australia. Also part 2 of the Sky News panel on discussing the Indigenous voice to parliament.
We had: Genavie Tabui, athelete, joined by Tatyana King-Smith, Etuina Suavai, Aerielle Hobbler, Sareka Mooka and Esther Kebisu, talking about AIS partners with NRLW for world leading study into the impact of periods on health and performance. An-all female research team has come together at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) for a world-leading camp…Read More Read More
We had: Vanessa Lee-Ahmat, Social Epidemiologist, talking about recognising the importance of First Nations culture and healing past cultural and economic injustices. By taking early action to incorporate First Nation peoples and their rights into the early formation of the metaverse, society can be supported to move in the direction of recognising the importance of…Read More Read More
In this episode: We broadcast a two part conversation on the controversial voice to parliament and look at some of the issues that Australians are talking about. Join Murrumu, Gaan-Yarra and Yirrilam!
We had: Theme for the week: “Empowering youth today for tomorrows future” Mafa had a chat with Tafua Peseta, operational manager and well being coach from Fall Forward, about the mentoring services and support they have to offer to Indigenous, and non-Indigenous youth.
In this episode: We take a look at former All star basketballer Shaquille O’Neal’s contribution to the political football match surrounding the indigenous Australian voice to parliament. And we meet the Yidindji diplomats who have just returned from Europe.
We had: Kado Muir, National Native Title Council Chairman talking about in a land scarred by mining, Elders weave rugs to reclaim Ngurra. Reclaim the Void started as a small project and now involves the community who are able to contribute to the restoration of the scarred physical and cultural landscape of WA’s Goldfields. Airileke…Read More Read More
We had:
Peter Hayton, Psychologist and The Banyans Clinical Director talking about one million Aussies are suffering - PTSD on the rise. PTSD can include experiencing feeling pain or pressure in their body or reliving the same emotions felt during a traumatic event. Panic attacks, nightmares and difficulty breathing is also an indication of PTSD.
Senior Sergeant Glen De Lai and PLO Stephen Grant from Edmonton Police, having a general catch up yarn with Trev about what's been happening in the Cairns community.
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We had:
Teegan Wattam, Team member talking about First Nations students to create history in national sports competition. For the first time ever, Charles Darwin University (CDU) will field a team of 14 students and athletes to compete in next week’s Indigenous Nationals, being held in Brisbane.
Sleep coach Jamie Dunne, cultural advisor Roslyn Von Senden and sleep coach Karen Chong, talking about Dreamtime: Australia’s first Indigenous youth sleep program forges ahead. Australia’s first ever Indigenous sleep coaches, Karen and Jamie from Mt Isa, will work with 120 local youth on sleep education, sleep health coaching and narrative therapy as part of UQ’s Let's yarn about sleep program (LYAS).
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Kelly Dixon, Ecologist, Threatened species team leader at Territory NRM talking about Indigenous rangers and scientists working to conserve endangered white-throated grasswren in Arnhem Land. Indigenous rangers have have found a number of endangered white-throated grasswrens, which are on the federal government's priority list of 20 Australian birds it is hoping to stop becoming extinct.
Alicia Weiderman, Senior Policy Advisor at National Employment Services Association Ltd (NESA), talking about Industry peak body calls out Indigenous exclusion in latest unemployment rates. The National Employment Services Association says First Nations people and other disadvantaged Australians are being left out of record low unemployment figures. Last week the Australian Bureau of Statistics data reported unemployment remained at a record low 3.9 percent in May.
Dan and Sameen, Sleep Coaches, talking about the need for sleep health program for First Nations youth and the role of local sleep advocates.
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Dean Foley, entrepreneur and Founder at Barayamal, talking about how banks are happy to promote reconciliation, so why aren’t they financially committed? Reconciliation can be achieved in small ways as well as large ones, and one such way would be for banks to commit themselves to reconciliation through financial inclusion. Banks are the main source of finance for Australians and they have the largest share of our wealth.
Kylie Kilgour, Deputy Commissioner at IBAC Victoria's Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission, talking about IBAC audit highlights inadequacies in Victoria Police's handling of complaints by Aboriginal people. A report released by Victoria's anti-corruption and independent police oversight body has highlighted concerning patterns and deficiencies in Victoria Police’s handling of police complaints by Aboriginal people, particularly children and young people.
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Dr Kiarna Brown, Northern Territory Lead of the Australian Preterm Birth Prevention Alliance, talking about Healthcare key to avoiding pain of pre-term baby heartbreak for First Nations parents. The rate of stillborn and neonatal deaths for Australian First Nations babies is vastly disproportionate to that of non-First Nations babies. https://www.nit.com.au/healthcare-key-to-avoiding.../...
Joe Williams, former NRL player and boxer, talking about honouring our mental health heroes. Despite his successful career, Joe battled the majority of his life with suicidal ideation and bipolar disorder. After a suicide attempt in 2012, he felt his purpose was to help people who struggle with mental illness through his foundation The Enemy Within.
Zoe Cassim, Programs Manager at The Indigenous Literacy Foundation, talking about Children’s books bring traditional language lessons to Fitzroy Crossing youth. Purlka ngamaji Kakaji tells the story of a family finding a large goanna on their hunting trip, teaching their young ones to leave the animal to lay her eggs and be patience so her babies can grow and be hunted later on.
Shane Howard, Australian Singer, talking about Goanna Band to play Cairns as part of 'Spirit of Place' 40th Anniversary Tour, this Saturday June 25th.
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Minnie Mace, Koa Elder and The Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival Representative, talking about From Beach to Bush: Iconic outback film festival rolls out red carpet. Minnie will discuss how the Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival will focus on Indigenous stories and the history of the Koa People in Winton and its surrounding region.
Andrea James, Aboriginal Theatre Maker, talking about how she continues to tell vital First Nations stories in her tribute to tennis legend Evonne Goolagong. Last month, the celebrated playwright, director and dramaturge took home the coveted $30,000 Mona Brand Award for Women Stage and Screen Writers for her body of work, including more than 10 plays which centre contemporary First Nations stories and peoples, such as Winyanboga Yurringa and Yanagai! Yanagai!
Amanda Healy, Kirrikin founder and designer talking about meeting the mob taking Indigenous fashion to Europe’s biggest stages. A group of First Nations creatives have touched down in Europe to bring their runway collections to the streets of Brussels, Paris, London and Dublin. Healy said she hopes to inform European audiences of some of how their Indigenous culture informs fashion.
Bruce Johnson-McLean, Assistant Director of First Nations Engagement at National Gallery Australia, talking about the Largest Exhibition of First Nations art to travel to Asia opens at National Gallery Singapore.
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Andrea James, Aboriginal Theatre Maker, talking about how she continues to tell vital First Nations stories in her tribute to tennis legend Evonne Goolagong. Last month, the celebrated playwright, director and dramaturge took home the coveted $30,000 Mona Brand Award for Women Stage and Screen Writers for her body of work, including more than 10 plays which centre contemporary First Nations stories and peoples, such as Winyanboga Yurringa and Yanagai! Yanagai!
Tanny Mangos, Australia Post EGM Community, Sustainability and Stakeholder Engagement talking about Australia Post partners with DeadlyScience to support budding First Nations scientists.
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Minnie Mace, Koa Elder and The Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival Representative, talking about From Beach to Bush: Iconic outback film festival rolls out red carpet. Minnie will discuss how the Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival will focus on Indigenous stories and the history of the Koa People in Winton and its surrounding region.
Beki Smith, Share a Yarn coordinator, talking about athlete mentors supporting sport’s Reconciliation journey. The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) committed to the next steps on its own Reconciliation journey, while also expanding its Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Share a Yarn program to include First Nations athletes as mentors for greater cultural awareness in Australian sport.
https://data.nsw.gov.au/.../australian-sports-commission
Brodie Moore, Veteran Benefits Australia Patient Care Team talking about the side-line supporters of our country’s heroes need help. - Almost 2,000 ex-servicemen and women died between 2002 and 2015 and for every veteran lost, there is a family at home requiring additional support services. The latest statistics show that while 28,475 war widow/ers are receiving Income Support Supplement (ISS) from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, a staggering 12,638 are not.
https://veteranbenefitsaustralia.com/...
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Associate Professor Sally Kate May, Archaeology and Museum Studies University of Adelaide talking about Arnhem Land art 'detectives' helping discover who painted these priceless works. More than a century after anthropologist Sir Baldwin Spencer collected bark paintings from Arnhem Land, research is underway to identify the artists who created the work. A group of artists and a cultural adviser from Arnhem Land have flown south to see the paintings in person for the first time.
Amit Padhiar, NSW Registrar talking about Our Kids Count visit the northern rivers region. The NSW Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages (the Registry) is hitting the road to promote the registration of Indigenous births with the Our Kids Count campaign. Padhiar said Our Kids Count would visit the Northern Rivers region to provide on the ground support to help Aboriginal parents register their child’s birth.
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Paul Paton, CEO of Federation of Victorian Traditional Owner Corporations talking about the 2022/23 Victorian State Budget. The Federation of Victorian Traditional Owner Corporations is the Victorian state-wide body that convenes and advocates for the rights of Traditional Owners while progressing wider social, economic, environmental and cultural objectives. https://www.fvtoc.com.au/ for more info
We had: Casey Leishman, Acting Sergeant and PLO Stephen Grant from Edmonton Police, talking about domestic violence month. Domestic Violence Awareness Month is held in May. Its purpose is to raise awareness of the impact that domestic and family violence has on the community and to promote the message of zero tolerance.
We had: Nasiah Wanganeen – Milera, St Kilda Football Club first draft pick for 2022, having a yarn with Trendy Trev about his first year in the AFL AFL Cape York House AFL player Ben Long, who has been apart of the St Kilda Football Club for 6 years, having a yarn on National Talk…Read More Read More
We had: Lieutenant Colonel Mark Christopher and Colonel Mitchell Kent talking about the opportunities within Army/Navy/Air Force cadets. The North Qld Army Cadets Brigade have just wrapped their Adventure Training Award which is the pinnacle for senior cadets aged 16-18. https://www.defenceyouth.gov.au/youth-programs/adf-cadets/ for more information Commissioner Nick Kaldas, talking about extended inquiry to investigate ‘terrible toll’…Read More Read More
We had: PLO Stephen Grant from Edmonton Police and Peter Ingram, Program Manager for Protective Service First Nations Unit talking about Protective Services Palm Island recruitment strategy.
We had: Deanne Minniecon, Diabetes Australia Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Manager talking about new diabetes online modules offer diabetes support and education. The package of online modules has been developed by Diabetes Australia to provide Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander healthcare workers and practitioners with diabetes information and culturally appropriate resources to support…Read More Read More
We had: Liz Heffernan, Historical consultant for the Australian World War Stories project talking about for the nation: 330,000 online memorials unlock the individual stories of our First World War ANZACs. Australian War Stories by Memories enables descendants to search for a loved one at australianwarstories.memories.com.au and receive a free online memorial of their wartime…Read More Read More
We had: Keith Munro, Co-Chair of the Myall Creek Committee talking about First Nations voices come together this April for powerful truth telling session at ACE. On 30 April (12-4pm), ACE (Arts & Cultural Exchange), is hosting a powerful Truth Telling Session between The National Committee of the Friends of Myall Creek and Dharug Knowledge…Read More Read More
We had: Sean Hunter, Boarding Manager AFL Cape York House – for Girls, talking about Children’s Book: Home Away From Home. He is releasing his first published children’s book called ‘Home Away From Home’, this month. The story is a guided journey of how young females transition from their communities to Boarding Schools. The story…Read More Read More