Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

Georges River Council’s 2025 Australia Day program will begin with a special event featuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural performances and shining a light on ongoing progress towards advancing the Uluru Statement from the Heart. It will also provide an opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and allies to reflect on how to have conversations about the significance of 26 January for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples that promote respect and understanding.
Saturday, 18 January, 9.30am-2.30pm
Carss Bush Park, Carwar Avenue, Carss Park.
Bookings are essential and will soon be available via the What’s On section of Georges River Council’s website

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of all ages can get a free 715-health check at Aboriginal Medical Services and bulk-billing clinics, as well as free follow-up care if needed.
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This post expires on Monday 10 March 2025

TAFE NSW’s Certificate IV in Community Services is a comprehensive program tailored to meet the needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This virtual course provides participants with the skills and knowledge to make a positive impact within their community.
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 3 February 2025, for 12 months, 12pm-3pm, Online
Complete Expression of Interest | Contact: Tyrell Ingram, 0429 501 837 or tyrell.ingram3@tafensw.edu.au

Australian Human Rights Commission’s National Anti-Racism Framework provides a roadmap for governments, business, and community organisations to address all forms of racism. It contains recommendations with proposed reforms across legal, justice, health, education, media and arts sectors, as well as workplaces and data collection.
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South Eastern Sydney Local Health District is running free Immunisation Clinics to provide routine childhood immunisations for Aboriginal children. All bubs and kids from 6 weeks to 5 years are welcome to attend the clinic for their vaccinations, even if they are overdue. Medicare not required. Bookings recommended, walk-ins welcome.
Thursday, 19 December; Fridays, 24 January and 21 February, 9am-1pm
Menai Community Health Centre, 32 Allison Cres, Menai
Bookings: 1300 244 288

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District offers Aboriginal Women’s Health Checks, by appointment, with no referral needed, at:
– HealthOne, Sutherland Hospital, Kareena Rd, Caringbah
– Menai Community Health Centre, 32 Allison Crescent, Menai
– Rockdale Community Health Centre, 16-18 King St, Rockdale
– La Perouse Aboriginal Community Health Centre, 1 Elaroo Ave, La Perouse
Appointments, or to talk with a Women’s Health Nurse: 0408 901 378 or 0457 881 350
More information about the service: Sharon Brown, 0447 097 395 (Monday, Wednesday and Friday)

This post expires on Wednesday 19 February 2025

NSW Department of Education’s Elsa Dixon Aboriginal Employment Grant 2024/2025 invites NSW public service agencies and NSW local government authorities to apply for grants from $10,000 to $40,000, to subsidise the salary, development and support costs of Aboriginal employees. Includes temporary and permanent employment and school-based apprenticeships and traineeships.
Applications close 30 June 2025.