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First Nations young people experiencing higher rates of suicide-related concerns, new data reveals
Warning: This article discusses self-harm. First Nations young people contacted...
Jarred Cross 28 Jul 2026
Fitzroy Crossing store holds prices as remote families pay more for basics
Families in remote Kimberley communities are paying more for basics, however Fit...
Natasha Clark 28 Jul 2026
Grassroots communities share storytelling to preserve environmental treasures
A cross-cultural storytelling project facilitated by the University of Newcastle...
Phoebe Blogg 18 Jul 2026
'Sobering snapshot' reveals significant self-harm risk for First Nations teens
Warning: This article discusses self-harm. First Nations young people are more l...
Jarred Cross 27 Jun 2026
Youths reach breaking point before seeking counselling
Growing numbers of young people are reaching breaking point before seeking couns...
Lloyd Jones (AAP) 23 Jun 2026
Kimberley kids combine culture and Christmas at much-loved Indigenous-led youth service

An art form practiced in the Kimberley for tens of thousands of years is being used by Aboriginal children in Fitzroy Crossing to celebrate Christmas.

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Natasha Clark Dec 18, 2025
Thriving Kids reforms a possible 'Medicare Moment' for Indigenous children, SNAICC says

Australia's 'Thriving Kids' reforms have the potential to be this generation's Medicare moment, according to the head of the peak body for Indigenous children.

Dechlan Brennan Dechlan Brennan Nov 18, 2025
Snotty Nose Rez Kids unite with BARKAA for Indigenous-led 2026 tour

Canadian Indigenous hip hop duo Snotty Nose Rez Kids will return to Australia in 2026, expanding their reach with their first performances in Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Nov 6, 2025
Development approval granted for Boorloo’s first Aboriginal aged care facility - to be built at Sister Kate's site

A project designed to deliver "culturally safe, high-quality aged care" for Aboriginal people has been granted development approval, paving the way for the first Indigenous aged care facility in the B...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Nov 4, 2025
Aboriginal women lead design of maternal and child healthcare model in SA

A group of 19 Aboriginal women from South Australia, along with researchers from The Kids Research Institute Australia (The Kids), have developed a culturally responsive, evidence-based model of care...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Oct 7, 2025
First Peoples Disability Network: Indigenous co-design and leadership vital for success of Thriving Kids program

The Commonwealth's $2 billion Thriving Kids program could be a game-changer for children with developmental needs, or it could become another well-intentioned policy that doesn't work for First Nation...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Sep 8, 2025
Groundbreaking podcast gives a voice to Indigenous children and families

The peak body for First Nations children and young people has launched a new podcast, giving the voices of Indigenous children and families across the country centre stage.

Dechlan Brennan Dechlan Brennan May 16, 2025
HeartKids urges bipartisan support for investment to tackle childhood-onset heart disease

In the lead into the federal election, HeartKids has urged the government and Opposition to pledge funding for four priority areas to reduce the impact of childhood-onset heart disease (CoHD) on 1,000...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Apr 10, 2025
Charity calls for more resources to support Indigenous students

A charity program for disadvantaged schoolchildren could expand its vital service that supports Indigenous and other students. Variety WA has urged the state and federal government consider targeted f...

David Prestipino David Prestipino Mar 7, 2025
Exclusive: WA government pledges $15 million more for aged care facility at significant Stolen Generations site

WA Labor has confirmed a major announcement regarding the future of an aged care facility on a prominent Stolen Generations site southeast of Boorloo/Perth.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Feb 13, 2025
Uniting Church Australia closes Aboriginal women’s service

The Beananging Kwuurt Institute (BKI) site has been a spiritual and practical refuge for countless women for decades; a place of connection, safety, and healing.

Rhiannon Clarke Rhiannon Clarke Dec 18, 2024
Carnarvon hosts inaugural Community Wellness Fair to promote mental health awareness

The Gascoyne Community Services Aboriginal Corporation (GCS) recently held the inaugural 'Community Wellness Fair' in Carnarvon, bringing together community members and mental health professionals for...

Rhiannon Clarke Rhiannon Clarke Oct 22, 2024
Yuin doctor dedicated to Indigenous people's 'genetic story'

An Indigenous genomics researcher has been recognised with a fellowship with the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering.

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Keira Jenkins Oct 7, 2024
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