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New Dialysis Units for Remote Communities

WEBA federal program is delivering new renal dialysis units in six communities across Australia, including Coober Pedy and Yalata in South Australia, Balgo in Western …

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NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service First nations …

WEBIndigenous broadcasting began around the same time when Aboriginal communities began setting up their own health and legal services in the 1970s.

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Thousands More Stolen Generations Survivors Revealed …

WEBThe Healing Foundation has released a new report in conjunction with the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) that estimates the number of Stolen …

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Jilya Institute Announces New Chief Operating Officer

WEBThe Westerman Jilya Institute for Indigenous Mental Health has announced the appointment of their first-ever Chief Operating Officer, Stuart MacLeod. Launched …

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National spotlight shines on Indigenous health equality

WEBSeven are not on target, including babies being born with a healthy weight, Indigenous youth finishing high school, delivering appropriate housing and reducing …

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Dr Evelyn Scott, political activist and trailblazer, passes …

WEBRenowned Aboriginal activist and Order of Australia recipient Dr Evelyn Scott has passed away at the age of 81. She was the granddaughter of a man who was …

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National Program Needed To Boost Medical Workforce

WEBAdam Evans. Journalist. Medical experts are calling for a national training program to increase the public workforce in all areas to deal with future pandemics as …

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The Indigenous Voice Referendum’s Impact on Mental …

WEBThe Debate around the Indigenous Voice to Parliament debate is having a negative impact on the mental health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Gamilaroi/Gomeroi man …

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My Health App Released

WEBA new health app is seeking to give Australians improved access and control over their health information. The My Health App is the first consumer mobile application …

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‘Work to do’: Conference to Look for Housing Solutions

WEBNine out of 10 people experiencing homelessness in the Northern Territory are Aboriginal. In an attempt to solve the housing crisis, Aboriginal Housing Northern Territory is hosting …

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Technology ensures continued healthcare during pandemic

WEBTechnology ensures continued healthcare during pandemic. 31 May 2021. News. When the pandemic hit Australia’s shores last year one of the most remote …

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Victoria’s Failing Health Systems are Dividing Indigenous Families

WEBIndigenous parents struggling with substance abuse are being permanently separated from their children due to delays in Victoria’s public health system. Under state law, parents …

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NACCHO: 2022 Budget ‘Is An Opportunity Lost’

WEBNACCHO Chair Donnella Mills says single announcements interrupts the quality of care. CEO Pat Turner says this budget is an opportunity lost. She says as long …

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13 Thousand Indigenous People in Darwin to be Vaccinated

WEBHead of clinical governance with the Danila Dilba Health Service in Darwin, Dr Andrew Webster told the ABC, he along with approximately 200 staff will need to …

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Gulin Gulin (Bulman) RIBS NIRS – National Indigenous Radio …

WEBGulin Gulin (Bulman) Community is situated at the bottom of Kakadu National Park and is part of the Arnhem Land Top End Broadcasting Network. Located …

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QAIHC calls for health reforms for children detained in adult prisons

WEBThe recent death of a 16-year-old boy in a high security detention facility in Western Australia, highlights the urgent need for prison reform in Queensland before …

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SNAICC’23 Elevates Voices of Indigenous Families NIRS – …

WEBFrom today, more than 1,500 delegates will gather on Larrakia Country in Garamilla/Darwin to elevate the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children …

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