Understanding what this referendum is about is not so straightforward, with many myths, misconceptions, and a lot of misinformation. Let’s debunk some of them…
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Posted inArmidale, Indigenous, Local politics
‘Monumental moment’ recognising the Anaiwan people at ARC
The Anaiwan people will soon be acknowledged in the city’s welcome signage following a unanimous motion at today’s Armidale Regional Council meeting
Posted inIndigenous, Tamworth, What's on
Understanding the Voice evening to be held at Tamworth Town Hall
Tamworth Town Hall will host an evening of community conversation surrounding the Voice to Parliament and the upcoming referendum on Monday 25 September.
Posted inArmidale, Indigenous
New song and dance classes celebrating Anaiwan culture in Armidale
The Nēwara Aboriginal Corporation want to say Dhanggana (Hello) and invite the local community to join with them in learning and celebrating Anaiwan language and dance.
Posted inGrants and funding, Health, Indigenous, Tamworth
New bus for TAMS brings better access for Elders, disabled
The Tamworth Aboriginal Medical Service – Aboriginal Corporation (TAMS) has taken delivery of a new bus fitted out with wheelchair access
Posted inArts, Indigenous, Local festivals and shows
Aboriginal artisan micro market part of NAIDOC week celebrations at Keeping Place this Saturday
Armidale Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place (ACCKP) is poised to launch their new art exhibition – For Our Elders with a two day special event this weekend.
Posted inHealth, Indigenous
Launch of First Nations Health and Wellness Framework
The Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network (HNECC PHN) has launched a new framework to help close the health and wellness gap
Posted inArmidale, Federal Politics, Indigenous
Thomas Mayo to visit Armidale for Voice event
Uluru Statement from the Heart signatory Thomas Mayo will speak on the upcoming Voice referendum at Armidale Town Hall on August 28.
Posted inIndigenous
New service to help keep First Nations families together
Aboriginal families and children in care will have improved access to culturally-safe legal and social support following the launch of a new specialist service aimed at keeping families together.
Posted inIndigenous, Uralla
‘For Our Elders’ artwork for remembering Uralla Elders
Local artist, Jaz Taylor, has created a work of art to remember current Anaiwan Elders of the Uralla area and their stories for future generations to pass down through time.