ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

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John Paul Janke urges mob to screen regularly for bowel cancer

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After turning 50, John Paul Janke, a Wuthathi and Meriam man from Far North Queensland, did his first bowel cancer screening test using the free mailing kit sent to his home. Having completed the test a couple of times...

​​First Nations ancestors welcomed home from Japan in a world first

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​​A handover ceremony for 10 First Nations ancestors was held at the Australian Embassy in Tokyo on Wednesday 11 June.

A new Food Security Code and Subsidy

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Starting today, a new Food Security Code and Subsidy will help make everyday items more affordable in remote communities.

Moments of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags

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This highlights the value of the Flags to the respective cultures and their strength as symbols of pride and unity.

It's never too late to change careers

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When he turned 55 years of age, First Nations man Herman wanted a career change. After spending his earlier years in maintenance and machine operation, he needed a steady job that would get him out of the sun, help his...

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