Going Beyond the Call of Duty to help their community
StoryThe Galiwinku Night Patrol team recently went beyond the call of duty, working dusk to dawn seven nights a week helping to contain a recent spike in fuel sniffing within their community.
Dr Colin Dillon AM APM – Australia’s first Indigenous police officer
StoryJoining the Queensland Police Force in 1965, Dr Colin Dillon displayed courage and determination in the face of entrenched racism, not only from other police, but also from his own people who declared him to be a “Sell-out” and “Traitor”. His determination saw him become a role model for other Indigenous people wanting to join the police force and a trail- blazer in breaking down racist barriers.
WEX: a week of learning, leadership and career planning
StoryThe difficult choice of what career path to take is made a little easier for 52 Indigenous year 11 and 12 students from around Australia because of the Work Experience Programme - a four day visit to Canberra full of events and activities showcasing the career options within the Australian Public Service.
Manyallaluk community builds their own church
StoryUsing material sourced from the local landfill, the Northern Territory community of Manyallaluk came together to build a church so parishioners can worship in comfort.
Local People Helping Improve Young Lives
StoryPlaygroup WA has developed an approach to early childhood development with the belief that employing local people is more beneficial for educating young children.