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’Famous Shamus’ grateful for second chance after fighting for his life
Arrernte man of Port Pirie, Shamus O'Brien, has reflected on his survival after...
Joseph Guenzler 20 Mar 2026
‘Mob want to see mob’: First Nations health clinics a priority for young Indigenous peoples
A University of Queensland (UQ) study has examined factors supporting or hinderi...
Callan Morse 23 Oct 2025
Coles match funds raised by Wiradjuri artist's work for $80,000 for Purple House remote dialysis treatment
Coles have made a donation to help Indigenous Australians in remote areas with k...
Jarred Cross 4 Aug 2025
Study finds significant gaps in culturally safe kidney care
A University of Adelaide review of more than three decades of kidney care litera...
Joseph Guenzler 8 Nov 2024
New community-controlled health commissioning body in Cape and Torres region established
Community leaders from the Cape and Torres region have welcomed the establishmen...
Joseph Guenzler 6 Sep 2024
Kowanyama's new dialysis unit boosts local care and capacity

A new four-chair assisted renal dialysis unit has been completed in the majority Aboriginal community of Kowanyama, marking a significant step in expanding healthcare services for the area.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Sep 6, 2024
Tahnia Ah Kit is championing Indigenous health access in Mount Isa

Proud Waanyi, Ngadjon, and Kuku Djungan woman, Tahnia Ah Kit, grew up Mount Isa. After attending boarding school in Townsville and studying nursing at university, she returned to home to the regional...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jul 12, 2024
NRL teams up with Deadly Choices for 2024 Indigenous Round

The National Rugby League (NRL) has partnered with Deadly Choices, an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health program, to promote healthy living through a jersey initiative.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler May 27, 2024
New program in Townsville and Palm Island ensures timely care for Indigenous families

A new program in the Townsville region, including Palm Island, is ensuring Indigenous families get quicker access to care during the crucial first 1,000 days for women and children.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Apr 9, 2024
Gidgee Healing and Heart of Australia extend heart health services to Mount Isa and Lower Gulf

Gidgee Healing is partnering with Heart of Australia to provide heart healthcare services to the communities of Mount Isa, Mornington Island, Normanton, and Doomadgee.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Mar 29, 2024
Griffith University secures $5 million grant to advance Tracking Cube project

Griffith University's research initiative, aimed at identifying neurodevelopmental disorders in at-risk children and adolescents, has secured a $5 million grant from the Medical Research Future Fund.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Mar 14, 2024
First Nations students use scholarships to gain new skills for their future careers

TAFE Queensland, the state's largest training provider, will grant around 100 potentially life-changing scholarships to successful students. Applications for the Scholarships Program will close on Fri...

Rhiannon Clarke Rhiannon Clarke Sep 8, 2023
Little Rocket and Donate Life partner to increase organ donation awareness in Indigenous communities

Little Rocket has joined forces with Donate Life to increase awareness about organ donations within the Indigenous community, aiming to strengthen the community's wellbeing.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jul 25, 2023
Survey gathers insights of Aboriginal people with experience of injury and disability in lead up to health forum

Aboriginal people in New South Wales with experiences of injury / disability and use of the state's Health Rehabilitation Services are being encouraged to share their insights in a new survey in the l...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Apr 28, 2023
Pilbara to be served by new headspace HQ

A new centre in South Hedland will provide a range of youth services including mental health care, physical and sexual health care, work and study support, and alcohol and other drug services.

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Feb 6, 2023
How to reach out when its time for a mental health care plan

Reaching out to for help when we are struggling with our own mental health is often a difficult and daunting step as quite often there is the uncertainty of where to begin.

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