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Indigenous Game Changers Program driving brighter futures in the Hunter
A community-led research initiative centred in the Hunter region of New South Wa...
Sponsored Content 19 May 2026
Children's Ground partners to match donations in support of First Nations men mentoring youth in Central Australia
In Mparntwe (Alice Springs) and surrounding communities, First Nations men gathe...
Giovanni Torre 3 Mar 2026
Agriculture program for young people begins on Yawuru Country in Broome
A new agriculture training program grounded in culture and on-Country learning h...
Natasha Clark 10 Feb 2026
Warumungu leader Jaiden Dickenson wins 2026 NT Young Australian of the Year
Proud Warumungu man Jaiden Dickenson has been awarded the 2026 NT Young Australi...
Nicole Brown 4 Nov 2025
Where hope meets hoops: A First Nations vision for healing and leadership

A First Nations-led initiative born on the basketball courts of Darwin recently stood on the national stage, showing Australia that sport can be much more than a game.

Nicole Brown Nicole Brown Aug 26, 2025
A path to purpose - Still on Track E-Scooter Program Launches in Kununurra

Wunan Foundation this week welcomed 10 new participants into the Still on Track E-Scooter Program, a hands-on initiative combining welding, mentorship, and electric scooter assembly.

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Jul 30, 2025
New hub a gamechanger for Newman kids

An education and youth-tailored hub has opened in the heart of Newman with high hopes it will improve education outcomes for young people . Y WA's the new premises in Newman, a mining town 1200km nort...

David Prestipino David Prestipino Jul 11, 2025
Flewnt wins National Indigenous Times Community Leadership Award for uplifting First Nations youth

Proud Noongar/Wongi man Joshua Eggington, AKA Flewnt, has won the 7News National Indigenous Times Community Leadership Award, being nominated as a finalist for his outstanding work across communities...

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Leanne Dolby Jun 27, 2025
Planting seeds for the future: ALPA’s Work Experience Program champions East Arnhem youth

In communities across East Arnhem Land, young people are dreaming big; and thanks to a powerful initiative from the Arnhem Land Progress Aboriginal Corporation (ALPA), those dreams are beginning to ta...

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Nicole Brown Jun 25, 2025
OPINION: A strong start — but Indigenous justice must be part of the reform agenda

Western Australia's new Attorney-General, Dr Tony Buti, brings a deep understanding of the law and a quiet determination to his new role. In his first major interview with The West Australian, publish...

Reece Harley Reece Harley Jun 10, 2025
Marra Worra Worra's Fitzroy Crossing youth centre honoured at Community Service Excellence Awards

An Indigenous-led youth connection initiative in WA's Kimberley region has been honoured with a major award for their work with children. Fitzroy Crossing's Night Place, founded and run by Aboriginal...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre May 14, 2025
Miners pledge $22 million for Hedland and Newman Safe Spaces programs

In a landmark initiative set to commence in mid-2025, Fortescue, in collaboration with BHP, has pledged up to $22 million over the next five years to launch the Hedland and Newman Safe Spaces programs...

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Zak Kirkup Mar 25, 2025
Thorpe backs community's call for early intervention and comprehensive approach to youth crime

Senator Lidia Thorpe has backed calls by a WA community for early intervention and a holistic approach to guide children at risk away from the criminal justice system.

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Feb 26, 2025
Kepa Kwab, new Indigenous soda to help fund programs for youth

Kepa Kwab (Beautiful Water) is a new drink developed by 100 Indigenous youth as part of a Prepare Produce Provide program. Boorloo-based Prepare Produce Provide is a not-for-profit organisation that c...

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Dianne Bortoletto Feb 25, 2025
Regional NSW Indigenous young women's program making a big difference

A program empowering Indigenous girls on Dunghutti Country has one mum saying it's had a big positive impact on her daughter - one she's passing on to her siblings.

Jarred Cross Jarred Cross Feb 19, 2025
"Activities with purpose": federal government re-commits to Red Centre school holiday funding

An education-focused Northern Territory organisation has big ambitions for their music program run in the remote community of Yuendumu. Backed by federal funding for youth school holiday activities in...

Jarred Cross Jarred Cross Feb 19, 2025
Hoops 4 Health and APM - empowering youth through sport and culture

Alice Springs is a town filled with strength, resilience, and deep cultural roots, yet challenges persist for its youth. Disconnection, unemployment, and limited opportunities have left many feeling u...

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Nicole Brown Feb 13, 2025
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