Aboriginal Affairs NSW in Sydney, Australia | Community organisation

Aboriginal Affairs NSW

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 1800 019 998

Address: Level 6, 201 Coward St 2020 Sydney, NSW, Australia

Website: https://www.aboriginalaffairs.nsw.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Create Connects Arts & Culture Webinar - Aboriginal Arts & Culture Board Tomorrow at 11AM Join Aboriginal Arts & Culture Board Members Alison Murphy-Oates (Moogahlin Performing Arts) and Alison Williams (Yarrawarra Aboriginal Cultural Centre) as they talk through what makes a successful grant application. The session will be facilitated by Create NSWs Funding and Development Officer, Colin Kinchela. In this webinar youll hear about the grant assessment process, what the Ab...original Arts & Culture Board is looking for in applications, how you can make your application stand out and also get the opportunity to ask any questions. Register here: https://bit.ly/2ZGaD0J #AboriginalArts #AANSW courtesy of Yarrawarra Aboriginal Cultural Centre.

25.01.2022 NSWALC Student Scholarships now open for applications NSW Aboriginal Land Council has two scholarships of $10,000 each available to assist students with funds to help complete their studies at a tertiary institution (University or TAFE). Fields of study may include law, finance, business, media & communications, human resources, land & environment, planning, policy or property management, or a discipline where the applicant can provide a direct link between their study and th...e current or future work of NSWALC. The Scholarship will also provide an opportunity to undertake a six-week paid internship, to be undertaken between November 2020 and February 2021, in a NSWALC Business Unit of the Scholarship recipients discipline. In light of COVID-19, the timing for undertaking the internship component will be determined closer to the date. Applications close 28 September 2020. Follow this link to find out more and get your application in: https://bit.ly/33frqZf #AANSW #AboriginalEducation CDU College of Indigenous Futures, Arts and Society Nura Gili Western Sydney U - Badanami Centre for Indigenous Education The Wollotuka Institute Woolyungah Indigenous Centre UOW TAFE NSW Aboriginal Programs Oorala Aboriginal Centre UNE

25.01.2022 NSW Department of Education and the NSW AECG Inc. recently signed a new partnership agreement to strengthen Aboriginal education outcomes in NSW Public Schools. The new Partnership Agreement 2020-2030, Walking Together, Working Together prioritises increasing the proportion of Aboriginal students attaining Year 12 by 50 percent by 2023 whilst crucially maintaining their cultural identity. This agreement also importantly seeks to improve the understanding of Aboriginal culture... and heritage by all NSW Public School students while imbedding Aboriginal cultural learning into the curriculum. You can read more about the agreement here: https://education.nsw.gov.au//aboriginal-education-consult The NSW Aboriginal Education Consultative Group Inc. is a non for profit Aboriginal organisation that provides advice on all matters relevant to education and training whilst advocating and supporting the Aboriginal community viewpoint. #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe #AboriginalEducation #AANSW

24.01.2022 Apply now for funding to support projects from Aboriginal artists, arts and cultural workers, groups and organisations Round 1 of Create NSWs 2020/2021 Arts and Cultural Funding Program is now open, including its Annual Organisation and Project funding categories. Applications close Wednesday 23 September 2020,with more details here: https://bit.ly/2G2Uj36 Ceramics masterclass series, Yarrawarra Aboriginal Cultural Centre workshop with Alison Williams, Saltwater Freshwate...r Arts Alliance. Photo by Jay Black And the trees photography #AANSW #CreateNSW #AboriginalArts

23.01.2022 If you live in or have visited the following local government areas (LGAs) or suburbs in the past two weeks, get tested even if you have mild COVID-19 symptoms such as a runny nose or scratchy throat: Bankstown (suburb) Cumberland LGA Fairfield LGA... Ku-ring-gai LGA Liverpool LGA Mt Druitt (suburb) Parramatta LGA Randwick LGA Sutherland LGA Sydney LGA eastern part: includes the suburbs Sydney, Surry Hills, Darlinghurst, Woolloomooloo, Potts Point, Rushcutters Bay, Elizabeth Bay, Centennial Park Waverley LGA Woollahra LGA You can find your closest testing clinic here: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics #KeepOurMobSafe #COVID19 #AANSW

23.01.2022 Calling Aboriginal culture and language teachers across NSW Creative Kids is a $216 million, four-year initiative from the NSW Government designed to make it easier for school-aged children and young people to participate in creative and cultural activities. Under the scheme, each school-aged child in NSW is eligible for a $100 voucher per year to put towards the cost of lessons and fees for a range of creative and cultural experiences. These vouchers can then be redeemed by ...schools or teachers who are registered providers. The program has a strong focus on cultural and creative learning experiences that provide skills and knowledge of cultural identity. Lessons can be delivered in person or online. Registering to be a Creative Kids Provider can generate income, connect your community, and offer new opportunities to young people. For more information on how to register, visit Service NSWs Creative Kids website here: https://bit.ly/3hhRMzP Pictured: Creative Kids provider Larry Brandy Aboriginal storyteller (photo by Otis Williams Deadly Photography courtesy of Creative Kids) #AANSW #CreativeKids Create NSW

23.01.2022 Anyone with symptoms of COVID-19 should get tested as soon as possible - and right now there is a specific request for those that live or work in Sydneys West and South West with even mild symptoms to come forward for testing. There are now 302 locations across NSW to get tested for COVID-19. 90 are drive-throughs and 22 are pop-up clinics. ... To find your closest testing clinic visit https://bit.ly/3hfrsGm #KeepOurMobSafe #COVID19 #AANSW #StopTheSpread NSW Health

23.01.2022 The first ever Tribal League grand finals are happening today at Campbelltown Sports Stadium. This competition comprises some of the best Aboriginal rugby league talent in the Nation with four women's and six men's teams fighting to be crowned the winners of the National Indigenous Rugby League Championships. Organisers encourage fans and participants to be COVID safe at all times. For the latest on social gatherings and other recommendations click here: https://www.health....nsw.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx Tickets may be purchased online via Ticketek Australia: https://bit.ly/3lO23WI The full timetable for all games and events throughout the day is available here: https://bit.ly/3pNy8QC #ICYMI #SwabForTheMob #COVID19 #KeepOurMobSafe #AboriginalSport #AANSW Campbelltown City Council, NSW Newcastle Hawks Walgett Aboriginal Connection Redfern All Blacks RLFC NRL Community Indigenous All Stars NRL Indigenous Womens All Stars

23.01.2022 The NSW Government is now providing grants for small businesses in eligible local government areas (LGAs) that have been impacted by the closure of the NSW and Victorian border. Grants sizes are dependent on how many employees your business has and how much it has been impacted financially due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Follow this link for further information: https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/southern-border-small-busine... #KeepOurMobSafe #COVID19 #AANSW #StopTheSpread #IndigenousBusiness IBA (Indigenous Business Australia) Supply Nation AlburyCity Balranald Shire Council Berrigan Shire Council Bega Valley Shire Council Edward River Council Federation Council Greater Hume Shire Council Hay Shire Council Murray River Council Murrumbidgee Council Snowy Monaro Regional Council Snowy Valleys Council Wentworth Shire Council Service NSW

23.01.2022 Plans for a school focussing cultural identity combined with educational success for Gumbaynggirr students Bularri Muurlay Nyanggan - 2 Path Strong Aboriginal Corporation is making plans to create a school on the NSW North Coast specifically for Gumbaynggirr school students which incorporates language lessons, classes on Country, mainstream education and more. It will initially cater for primary school children to not only develop a deeper understanding of their Gumbaynggirr... culture but also be equipped with skills for success in their HSC and beyond. Finer details of the proposed school will be driven by community workshops to hear the views of potential stakeholders. Bularri Muurlay Nyanggan Aboriginal Corporation is one of seven recipients of Aboriginal Affairs NSW Aboriginal Languages Community Investments Grant Program 19/20. The funding will support organisations and groups to reawaken, grow, nurture and raise awareness of Aboriginal languages in communities across NSW. To read more about the plans for school follow this link: https://bit.ly/31JbRZ4 #AANSW #NSWLanguages Coffs Coast News Of The Area

22.01.2022 #ICYMI Aboriginal Affairs NSW invites you to rewatch our NAIDOC Week 2020 event that we streamed live from the Sydney Opera House on Thursday 12 November 2020. Our celebration was hosted by Head of Aboriginal Affairs Lil Gordon, and featured a Smoking Ceremony by Brendan Kerin, Welcome to Country by Metropolitan Aboriginal Land Council Chairperson Yvonne Weldon (please note this is not shown in its entirety) and performance from Tribal Warrior Aboriginal Corporation. #NAIDOC2...020 #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe #AANSW See more

21.01.2022 Is there a woman you know who deserves recognition for her action across industry, society and community? If so, nows the time to nominate her for the 2021 NSW Women of the Year Awards, which recognise and celebrate the outstanding contribution made by women across NSW. In particular, the NSW Aboriginal Woman of the Year is a dedicated pillar of her community, a role model who promotes economic, cultural and/or social wellbeing of Aboriginal people in NSW.... Sound like someone you know? Get your nominations in by Friday 11 September here: https://www.women.nsw.gov.au/news-and-eve/women-of-the-year Picture: 2020 NSW Aboriginal Woman of the Year Award winner, Gunai woman Kirli Saunders, courtesy of Women NSW #AANSW #NSWWOTY

20.01.2022 Are you an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander woman who runs your own business? Lady Startup is now offering scholarships for First Nations business women looking to: - Boost their business overall... - Use technology to reach more customers - Improve social media, website and email marketing Successful applicants will have access to the 3-week 'Rocket Plan' course beginning, Monday 23 November 2020. All course materials are also available after course completion. Applications are online and close on midnight, this Friday, 20 November 2020. https://www.ladystartup.com/pages/rocket-plan-scholarship Lady Startup is an Australian initiative to support and supply networking opportunities for women wanting to start or run a small, medium or large business. #AboriginalBusiness #AANSW Mamamia Mia Freedman Indigenous Business Australia

20.01.2022 Applications for the $1.4m Elsa Dixon Aboriginal Employment Grants are now open Last year amongst the recipients were 19 Aboriginal students employed as School Based Trainees in Nursing, Allied Health and Administration through Murrumbidgee Local Health District (pictured here physically-distanced in Wagga!) NSW local government authorities and public service agencies can apply now 2020/21 funding to train and employ Aboriginal people in their workforce.... Find out more at https://bit.ly/2ErgzmO courtesy Training Services NSW #AANSW #AboriginalEmployment

20.01.2022 Our lives have gone through some big changes since the start of the coronavirus outbreak, but our connection to culture remains strong. Use this time to connect, share culture and stories. Staying connected to culture is important for our wellbeing, and to keep our communities healthy. #AANSW #COVID19 #KeepOurMobSafe

18.01.2022 TAFE NSW announces tertiary accommodation scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students A scholarship of up to $10,000 aimed at assisting students with housing or accommodation related expenses whilst undertaking studies has been released. The Aboriginal Housing Office has opened the second round of funding which is now open and closes on Monday 31 August.... For scholarship guidelines, criteria and further information follow this link: https://bit.ly/2PQZO6o For further questions and enquiries please contact [email protected] #AANSW

18.01.2022 Naya Wa Yugali - a future for cultural learning on the NSW Central Coast Last week the Hunter Central Coast Regional teams new Regional Manager Paul Coe and Senior Project Officer Jodi Shannon visited Naisda Dance College. The main purpose of the visit was for Paul to see the NAISDA facilities and to also discuss Naya Wa Yugali meaning We dance in Darkinjung language. Naya Wa Yugali will change the future of Indigenous Creative Learning in Australia by building a major C...ultural Learning Centre for International Indigenous Creative Study on the NSW Central Coast. The Centre will provide all-of-career training and retraining for the arts industry, along with a full program of open courses, classes, concerts, performances, arts exchange forums, school programs, outreach and engagement opportunities for regional, national and international communities. #AANSW Pictured: Paul Coe (left) and NAISDA CEO Kim Walker

17.01.2022 Celebrate this NAIDOC Week 2020 while staying safe #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe #KeepOurMobSafe #COVID19 #AANSW

17.01.2022 Are you a woman who wants to return to work after a period of being out of the workforce? One-off grants of up to $5,000 via the NSW Government are available to provide tailored support to women who are facing obstacles to get back into work. These funds can be used to pay for such things as:... - child care - specialist clothing and equipment or IT - education and training - support material for courses - transport Successful applicants will be supported by a Return to Work coordinator, who'll help them develop a Return to Work Plan. Follow this link to apply: https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/register-interest-return-wor #AboriginalEmployment #AANSW Service NSW Women NSW Mudgin-Gal Waminda - South Coast Women's Health & Welfare Aboriginal Corp. Deadly Sista Girlz Wirringa Baiya Aboriginal Women's Legal Centre

17.01.2022 Up to $60,000 available for Creative Koori Projects Arts and Cultural Funding Program 2020/21 Create NSW has announced the first round of funding for Aboriginal artists, arts and cultural workers, groups and organisations working across the broad spectrum of the NSW Aboriginal arts and cultural sector. Projects may cover the following elements:... - NSW Aboriginal cultural development - contemporary practice - sharing NSW Aboriginal culture the Aboriginal way - promoting NSW Aboriginal culture - strengthening the NSW Aboriginal arts and cultural sector. Round 1 for applications is now open and closes Wednesday 23 September 2020. NOTE: This funding is open to individuals as well as organisations or groups. Bee Dazzled Shanks, Black Nulla, Koori Gras, Seymour Centre 2020. Photo by Jamie James for Mooghalin Performing Arts https://www.create.nsw.gov.au//creative-koori-project-fun/ #CreateNSW #AboriginalArts #AANSW

17.01.2022 If youre feeling stressed or anxious there are things you can do to feel better. Eating healthy food and doing regular exercise can help to reduce stress. Take some deep breaths, remember this wont last forever, and help is available. Talk to your GP or local AMS or speak with a trained counsellor anytime by calling 1800 512 348.... #KeepOurMobSafe #COVID19 #AANSW NSW Health Jeffrey Morgan

17.01.2022 Tune in at 12:30pm today to watch a special Indigenous Literacy Day YouTube event premiering here: https://bit.ly/2FWJak9 Find out more about the work of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, which is marking its 10th anniversary this year, via Facebook or its website https://bit.ly/2YCXN2v Supporting the aspirations of young Aboriginal people will always be at the heart of Kimberwalli and on todays Indigenous Literacy Day, Kimberwalli and Aboriginal Affairs NSW wish to ackn...owledge the importance of language and literacy in the centres vision of young Aboriginal people shaping their own destiny in a culturally strong and innovative space. #AANSW #indigenousliteracyday #readingopensdoors

15.01.2022 2021 NAIDOC Award nominations open despite cancellation of this years event The National NAIDOC Committee has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 National NAIDOC Awards ceremony, which was scheduled to be held on Central Arrernte land in Mparntwe (Alice Springs) this November. The decision was made due to the impacts of COVID-19 and the uncertainty surrounding travel restrictions, quarantining and physical distancing requirements.... Sadly, there will be no National Awards given for the year 2020, nor will there be an online event. The NAIDOC committee has announced however that they are committed to ensuring the 2021 Awards go ahead, with nominations still open here: https://bit.ly/315FjJV Read the full statement here: https://bit.ly/2E8Q9Wz #AANSW #NAIDOC

15.01.2022 The Local Sport Grant Program (LSGP) is now open to encourage further participation, improve access to sport and make local clubs more sustainable long-term. Previous funds have gone towards uniforms, registration costs, coaching courses, travel costs, improving facilities and much more. Funding from $500 to $15,000 is available per project depending on the focus of the program you want support for.... Follow this link below and spread the word: https://www.sport.nsw.gov.au/sectordevelo/grants/localsport #AANSW Office of Sport Koori Knockout

15.01.2022 Aboriginal Affairs NSW visits The Glen on the Central Coast Recently our Hunter Central Coast Regional Manager Paul Coe and Senior Project Officer Jodi Shannon visited The Glen Rehab, which is the only male-specific, Central Coast-based Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation service for (Indigenous and non-Indigenous) men from all over NSW. It was great to meet CEO Alex Lee and Program Coordinator Shane Knight for a site visit and hear more about its program thanks for having us!... If youd like more information about The Glen, check out its website here http://www.theglencentre.org.au/ Paul Coe, CEO of The Glen Alex Lee and Program Coordinator Shane Knight

14.01.2022 Aboriginal Affairs NSW is proud to have supported The Black Stories Matter podcast, launched by Impact Studios at UTS: University of Technology Sydney. This five-part series forms part of a strategy to improve the dynamics between Aboriginal people and governments and was inspired by the book ‘Does the Media Fail Aboriginal Political Aspirations: 45 years of news media reporting of key political moments’ by authors Amy Thomas, Heidi Norman and Andrew Jakubowicz from the UTS:... Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. This podcast engages with Aboriginal journalists and a variety of other experts discussing what the media can do to create accurate and unbiased reporting about Aboriginal people, with Aboriginal people. The series can be downloaded here: https://impactstudios.edu.au/podcasts/bsm/ #AboriginalMedia #AANSW Koori Mail NITV National Indigenous Times

14.01.2022 $7.7m support for Aboriginal community-led suicide prevention initiatives 12 NSW-based Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs), including Tharawal Aboriginal Corporation Airds in Campbelltown, will benefit from $7.7million in funding to support culturally appropriate suicide prevention activities including grassroots community activities and additional clinical services. CEO Darryl Wright said the funding would "go towards reducing the intergenerational ...grief and trauma that still impacts our youth today. For every family that we can help heal and nourish, our community will grow stronger and our futures glow brighter, he said. Building on Resilience in Aboriginal Communities is part of Towards Zero Suicides, a NSW Premiers Priority and part of NSW Government investment of $87 million over three years in new and existing suicide prevention initiatives. If you, or someone you know, is thinking about suicide or experiencing a personal crisis or distress, please seek help immediately by calling 000 or one of these services: Lifeline 13 11 14 Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467 NSW Mental Health Line 1800 011 511 #AANSW #TowardsZeroSuicides #suicideprevention courtesy of Tharawal AMS. Pictured: Daryl Wright, Tharawal CEO, Bronnie Taylor MLC, Minister for Mental Health and Alana Rossmann, Tharawal Suicide Prevention and Aftercare Project Coordinator. AH&MRC of NSW

14.01.2022 Gain a nationally recognised qualification and study NSW Aboriginal languages with TAFE NSW Dubbo, Gunnedah and Port Macquarie TAFE campuses are currently offering courses to anyone interested in learning to speak, read, write and connect with NSW Aboriginal languages. Wiradjuri and Gamilaraay are being taught in Dubbo with courses focussed on NSW languages also available in Gunnedah and Port Macquarie. Completion of these courses can lead to a range of employment outcomes ...and enable access to further study. Certificate I is in Fundamental Aboriginal languages for personal use and Certificate II is in Basic Aboriginal languages for social use. The courses are fully government-subsidised for eligible students. Find out more about these and wider Aboriginal education courses available through TAFE here: https://www.tafensw.edu.au/courses/aboriginal-education

13.01.2022 Aboriginal Affairs NSW is proud to continue working alongside NSWs diverse Aboriginal communities to install signage to alert people of how to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and alert travelers about any restrictions in place. Below is the newly installed signage outside the Aboriginal community of Wytaliba (Weilmoringle) and Clara Hart Village (Enngonia) in the far North West, accompanied by AANSWs Stephen Howarth and community member Taryn Kelly. For the latest news and r...ecommendations on staying COVID safe in your region go to: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//Pa/recent-case-updates.aspx #KeepOurMobSafe #COVID19 #AANSW Bourke Shire Council Brewarrina Shire Council

13.01.2022 If your child is unwell, get them tested and keep them home from school until they receive a negative result. Read the latest COVID-19 advice for families here: https://education.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/advice-for-families #AANSW #KeepOurMobSafe #COVID19... NSW Department of Education

13.01.2022 Finding your Aboriginal ancestors in NSW We had a great reaction from the recent post about our Family History Service and this Thursday 3 September, Bronwyn Gerry, Senior Archivist in the Aboriginal Historical Records Team at Aboriginal Affairs NSW is the special guest in an online event organised by the Royal Australian Historical Society. The lunchtime (12.30pm-1.30pm) Zoom session is part of National Family History Month and Bronwyn, with the support of Aboriginal Affairs... NSW staff will be joined by authors and historians Michael Bennett and Paul Irish in a discussion on how to go about researching your Aboriginal family. As they say, there is so much to find if you only know where to start! Reserve your tickets today at this link: https://www.rahs.org.au/p/finding-your-ancestors-4-tickets/ #AANSW #FHM20 Ntscorp Ltd Link-Up NSW Healing Foundation AIATSIS

12.01.2022 Walking on Country A number of Aboriginal Community members in the Shoalhaven Region have taken part in a short film with Shoalhaven City Council and Visit Shoalhaven. The film shares a strong message about the significant role connection to country plays in the identity, belonging, history and spiritual beliefs of our First Nations People... #AANSW Visit Shoalhaven Shoalhaven City Council

12.01.2022 Screennsw and Bunya Productions have extended the deadline for their Indigenous Talent Creative Incubator opportunity. Applications are open until 4pm on Friday 4 September at https://bit.ly/3gv0ZU5 so be quick! They are seeking up to eight producers, writers, writer/directors or director/producers to take part in a three-day program of masterclasses and one-to-one mentoring with experienced industry practitioners. Producer, advocate for Indigenous stories, mentor of emer...ging filmmakers and Incubator Facilitator, Gillian Moody. #AANSW #ScreenNSW

11.01.2022 Would $1,000 help support a student you know to get through school? NSW school students that will be studying in 2021 are now eligible to apply to receive $1,000 to go towards school expenses and/or secondary support services. This scholarship is specifically for those studying year 10, 11 or 12 at a NSW high school or TAFE or who are in school based training. Applicants must also either be living in social housing or out-of-home care.... To find out what expenses can be covered and to apply, follow this link: https://nsw-facs.smapply.io #AboriginalEducation #AANSW NSW AECG Inc. Aboriginal Housing Office TAFE NSW TAFE NSW Aboriginal Programs

11.01.2022 *CLOSING SOON* Dont forget to submit your application for our 2020 NAIDOC community projects funding by 5pm this Friday! We know things will be a bit different this year, but theres still plenty that you can do while being COVID Safe such as art exhibitions, small workshops and online events. ... Find out how to make your activity align to the latest public health orders and advice at https://bit.ly/34sFMHV and submit your application via our website at: https://www.aboriginalaffairs.nsw.gov.au//naidoc-week-gran #NAIDOC2020 #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe #AANSW

09.01.2022 Increased mobility for residents and businesses on NSW/VIC border Key changes have been made to ease restrictions on the NSW Victorian border to help residents and local businesses operate as Victoria continues to battle COVID-19. A single border region has now been established extending approximately 50 kilometres on either side of the border.... The new border region and border region resident permit came into effect on Friday, 4 September. More information for residents in the NSW Victoria border region, including permits and regarding critical service workers in the border region is available here: https://bit.ly/2EJXexu #KeepOurMobSafe #COVID1#COVID19 Albury City Council Balranald Shire Council Berrigan Shire Council Bega Valley Shire Council Edward River Council Federation Council Greater Hume Council Hay Shire Council Murray River Council Murrumbidgee Shire Council Snowy Monaro Regional Council Snowy Valleys Council Wentworth Shire Council

09.01.2022 Transport for NSW is seeking Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community members to join its 2021 intake of regional Apprentices and Trainees, with recruitment for a number of positions open until midnight Sunday 6 September. Check out what others have had to say about the program in this video and find more information on the opportunities here: https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au//apprentice-and-trainee-p #AANSW #AboriginalEmployment

08.01.2022 NAIDOC Week 2020 - A week for all Australians to celebrate 65,000+ years of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievements NAIDOC Week is a time for all Australians to celebrate and recognise the contributions that First Nations people make to our country and society and reflect on the First Nations history and cultures across the nation. This years theme 'Always Was, Always Will Be' acknowledges the hundreds of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander n...Continue reading

08.01.2022 Even if you are staying at home more often, it's still important to keep seeing your doctor, specialist or mental health provider. If you are unable to attend to appointments in person or would prefer not to, ask your local AMS or GP about telehealth - a service which allows you to have a video consultation with a doctor or health practitioner. #SwabForTheMob... #KeepOurMobSafe #COVID19 #AANSW AH&MRC of NSW NSW Health Awabakal Ltd

08.01.2022 Theres more to say after R U OK? Today is R U OK Day, a day to encourage everyone to meaningfully connect with those around them and start a conversation with anyone who may be struggling. Regardless of where we live, or who our mob is, we can all go through tough times, times when we dont feel great about our lives or ourselves. Thats why its important to always be looking out for each other. ... If someone you know a family member, someone from your community, a friend, neighbour or workmate is doing it tough, they wont always tell you. Sometimes its up to us to trust our gut instinct and ask someone who may be struggling with life Are you OK?. By asking and listening, we can help those we care about feel more supported and connected, which can help stop them from feeling worse over time. Thats why this campaign has a simple message: Lets talk. We are stronger together. #RUOKDay #RUOKStrongerTogether #AANSW R U OK Day

07.01.2022 #ICYMI $2m funding for Indigenous Research projects 12 Indigenous-led research projects described as a positive step toward Closing the Gap objectives have been funded through the AIATSIS Indigenous Research Exchange initiative. The funded projects range from documenting traditional law systems, Aboriginal researchers engaging with local knowledge keepers and building on cultural forms of governance, and collating a collection of stories from Aboriginal women who are inca...rcerated or at risk. Read more about the funding here: https://bit.ly/31vYuwp #AANSW

07.01.2022 Boom Gate Gallery now has its own website allowing you to purchase the diverse artwork on display by Aboriginal and non-Indigenous artists. The artwork encourages creative and professional development of the artists who are inmates from NSW correctional centres. 75% of all funds go to the artists and the remainder supports the gallery with running costs. ... The Boom Gate Gallery has been in operation since 1992 based at Long Bay Correctional Complex in Matraville, Eastern Sydney. https://www.boomgategallery.dcj.nsw.gov.au/home Artwork featured is Yulbree-Emu by Boom Gate Gallery Artist Richard. #AANSW Dept of Communities and Justice NSW - stronger together

06.01.2022 The deadline for Small Business Recovery Grants has been extended until midnight Monday, 31 August 2020, and expanded to eligible small businesses in a further 18 industries. If your business has been affected by COVID-19, dont miss out on this opportunity for support. See below for more details.

05.01.2022 #DidYouKnow Aboriginal businesses were responsible for the clean-up of more than 700 properties across NSW during this years’ bushfire clean-up (approximately 20% of the total properties affected). Maliyan Horizon is one of the businesses that worked on the efforts, and in doing so created local jobs and local opportunities. The NSW Government supports First Nations businesses to ensure that Aboriginal communities in NSW continue to prosper both socially and economically.... #AANSW #AboriginalEmployment #AboriginalBusiness : L-R: Peter Beath and Luke Penrith, Directors at NSW Indigenous civil, mining and construction services contractor Maliyan Horizon

05.01.2022 To help stop the spread of COVID-19, NSW residents returning from VIC must now go into mandatory hotel quarantine. The hotel quarantine fee will be waived for returning residents until Friday 11 September, however this does not change existing arrangements for those of you living in border communities. Three important things to know:... 1. You dont need a border permit for urgent medical reasons. Your health is a priority. 2. Border zone permits expire after 14 days. So check your border zone permit expiry date, and apply for a new permit at service.nsw.gov.au or call Service NSW on 13 77 88 3. Mandatory hotel quarantine and entry restrictions dont apply to border communities. For the latest updates visit nsw.gov.au #AANSW #COVID19 #KeepOurMobSafe

05.01.2022 Wed like to congratulate the Murdi Paaki Regional Assembly (MPRA) and the NSW Government on signing the sixth Local Decision Making Accord in the State This Accord commits both parties to working together to refine the existing Local Decision Making (LDM) arrangement first established in 2015. MPRA Chairperson Des Jones said it signifies a new chapter in the self-determination of its communities in working with Government: The Assembly has come a long way in twenty years a...nd we are proud of our active history in driving regional autonomy and self-determination across the Murdi Paaki Region. "Feedback from our member communities has been vital in reaching this new Accord and we appreciate the support and hard work undertaken by both the MPRA and NSW Government Accord committee in getting us here. Im confident that this signing will help us progress improvements to deliver even stronger outcomes across the next few years, he said. MPRA and Government Lead Negotiators will meet next to negotiate schedules around the priorities for the three-year accord, leading with Economic Development, Law and Justice, Early Childhood & School Education, including health outcomes across these identified priority areas. The virtual ceremony was attended by Minister for Aboriginal Affairs Don Harwin, MPRA and Aboriginal Affairs NSW members, Head of Aboriginal Affairs Lil Gordon and wider Government stakeholders including TAFE NSW Regional General Manager Kate Baxter. Click here to read more: https://www.aboriginalaffairs.nsw.gov.au//second-local-dec #OCHRE #AANSW Group shot standing L-R: MPRA members Monica Kerwin-Wyman (Wilcannia), Grace Gordon (Ngemba-Brewarrina), Garry Trindall (Walgett), Pam Handy (Dareton/Wentworth), Allan Cobb (Lightning Ridge), Ted Farnando (Coonamble), Stephen Forrester (Goodooga) Front sitting L-R: Fay Johnstone (Ivanhoe), Des Jones (Wentworth MPRA Chair), Maureen ODonnell (Broken Hill), Elaine Ohlsen (Cobar) Minister Harwin and Murdi Paaki Regional Assembly Chairperson Des Jones sign second Accord via Zoom celebration

05.01.2022 Does your local organisation have an idea to support young people? The NSW Governments Youth Opportunities Grants round is now open to community groups, not-for-profits and local councils for between $10,000 and $50,000 to help remove barriers preventing young people from taking up new opportunities. Previous successful grants have promoted initiatives supporting positive mental health, job-readiness and leadership skills within the diverse rural and regional communities of... NSW. For FAQs, support to apply and further details follow this link: www.youth.nsw.gov.au/youth-opportunities/. #AANSW courtesy of Youth NSW AbSecNSW Aboriginal Land Council NSW AECG Inc. AH&MRC of NSW

05.01.2022 Help stop the spread of COVID-19 by following these tips on effective cleaning in your home: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//Pages/domestic-cleaning.aspx As well as a cleaning factsheet you can also find hygiene advice for people living in residential buildings.... #KeepOurMobSafe #COVID19 #AANSW #StopTheSpread

01.01.2022 The Sydney Opera Houses digital season continues with Guwanyi Walama - a journey into the Aboriginal history and culture of Bennelong Point in a digital tour created especially for kids. Check out the deadly video here: https://bit.ly/2YdO4zC #AANSW