Posted: May 8th, 2015
National Reconciliation Week 2015 is coming up so now is the time to register your event and find out what is happening near you. Visit the Reconciliation Australia website to learn more.
Posted: April 29th, 2015
This Friday, 1 May, communities are joining together in protest against the Barnett Government’s forced closure of Aboriginal Communities.
This marks the second wave of rallies organised by the group SOS Blak Australia. The protests will occur world-wide including in Los Angeles, London, Berlin and Christchurch, as well as all Australian capital cities.
Rallies will take place in Perth and regional Western Australia, including Roebourne, Newman, Port Hedland and Geraldton.
The State Government announced in November 2014 that it intended to close up to 150 Aboriginal Communities in Western Australia. Five months later, the Government has still not engaged in discussion with Aboriginal people on this issue.
The Barnett Government has not identified the location of Communities under threat of closure and has not identified what will happen to those who live in the Communities following the closure.
To view the complete list of planned action visit SOSBlakAustralia.
Posted: April 29th, 2015
For the last three years, students at Rangeway Primary School in Geraldton have been learning to play the didgeridoo at school through a music program started by music and arts teacher George Scicluna.
Didgeridoo players Robert Tester and Rolan Deutokom have been taking time out of their regular work days to teach the students for an hour a week, and it is clear the practice is paying off. Last year, the students opened up the Reconciliation Concert at the local Queens Park Theatre, supporting Archie Roach (see video below) and played in front of thousands at the local Football Finals.
The program has gained funding from local mining groups and worked collaboratively with the local Bundiyarra Aboriginal Corporation to put on workshops and performances. Goerge Scicluna reports that they are now in the second phase of planning where they are helping other schools to engage and become part of the program.
Posted: April 24th, 2015
Free flu vaccines are now available for Aboriginal people most at risk from the virus, including children between six months and five years old, people over 65, pregnant women and children under 15. The vaccines are available from GPs, Aboriginal Medical Services and immunisation clinics. For more information, contact the Immunise Australia information line on 1800 671 811.
Posted: April 15th, 2015
Many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples contribute to Australian society through music, art, culture, community, education, environment, sport, employment and politics.
If someone in your community deserves to be recognised for their contribution, you can nominate them now for the 2015 National NAIDOC Awards. Entries close on Friday, 24 April 2015.
For more information and nomination forms visit the National NAIDOC website.
Posted: March 20th, 2015
Easternwell Community Grants provide financial and social assistance in regions where they have key operations, including the Pilbara.
Up to $2000 will be provided to successful local committees, groups, clubs and associations which provide lasting benefits to the community. the aim is to support activities or opportunities which provide lasting community benefit in the areas of:
The closing date for this round of applications is 27 March. The next round will be in September 2015. Click here for the application form or email communitygrants@easternwell.com.au for more information.
Posted: March 20th, 2015
Every Wednesday from 6 to 7 pm the Wangka Maya Pilbara Aboriginal Language Centre is offering the opportunity to practice your Aboriginal language skills in the Wangka Maya conference room at 67 Throssell Road in South Hedland.
For more information contact manager@wangkamaya.org.au or call Julie or Jason on 9172 2344.
Posted: March 4th, 2015
The Aurora Project’s internship program places students in law, anthropology and other social sciences in internships within Native Title Representative Bodies like YMAC, as well as Prescribed Bodies Corporate and other Aboriginal organisations. Operating since 2004, the program has been very successful in introducing students to native title work, often leading to full time employment.
More information on the internship program for law, anthropology and social science students can be found at the Aurora Project’s website.
Applications for winter internships are now open until 27 March.
Country is our mother, the provider and keeper of cultural belongings. Country and Culture go together. You can’t have one without the other.
Yamatji Marlpa Aboriginal Corporation respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners and custodians throughout Western Australia, and on whose Country we work. We acknowledge and respect their deep connection to their lands and waterways.
We honour and pay respect to Elders, and to their ancestors who survived and cared for Country.
Our offices are located on Whadjuk Country, Southern Yamatji Country, Kariyarra Country, and Yawuru Country. We recognise the continuing culture, traditions, stories and living cultures on these lands and commit to building a brighter future together.
Disclaimer: Caution: Please be advised that this website may contain images, voices and names of deceased people.
This will close in 15 seconds
