Tree Frog Dancers

29/10/2024

Bindjareb Elders and their moort, join us on Wednesday 20th November for our Ageing Strong session.

We'll share some valuable information from a range of organisations dedicated to helping you age strong, including Dementia Australia.

Come and yarn about dementia, participate in games, and enjoy a sit-down lunch.

RSVP required if you would like to join us for the lunch; you're also welcome to pop by for a quick visit.

🗓️ Wednesday, 20th November
🕙 10am - 2pm
🏫 Mandurah Bowling & Recreation Club
📍 89 Allnutt St, Mandurah

RSVP for lunch due by Friday 8th November:
☎️ RSVP to 9797 8111
📧 or email [email protected]

29/10/2024

Employment and Training Opportunities

29/10/2024

SWALSC members can update their contact details with this online form.

29/10/2024

We invite you to join us at the Wadjemup Wirin Bidi Commemorative Ceremony.

The this historic healing event will be held on Saturday, 9 November 2024 at Wadjemup / Rottnest Island.

Register your attendance for before 1 November 2024 https://wadjemupwirinbidi.com.au/

29/10/2024

⭐️Join us on Wednesday 30th Oct at Thomas Kelly Pavilion, Medina from 10am to 2pm for the Moorditj Koort Indigenous Health Expo⭐️.

Discover new pathways to wellness and connect with community at this vibrant event featuring interactive stalls, entertainment and refreshments.

29/10/2024

Noongar Wellbeing is back 🎧

The first season of the NITV Radio program focused on the views of Noongar Elders. In season two, host Brooke Collard will feature the perspectives of young Noongar people.

You can listen to Noongar Wellbeing on the SBS Audio app, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

www.sbs.com.au/language/nitv-radio/en/podcast/noongar-wellbeing

19/09/2024

For many visitors to Walyalup, the Fremantle Visitor Centre is their first port of call when visiting the area. WAITOC and the Fremantle Visitor Centre invite Nyoongar Whadjuk artists to enter submissions that extend a Welcome to Walyalup through art.  A winning artwork will be selected from the en...

06/09/2024

Today is Indigenous Literacy Day, a national event celebrating the diverse stories, cultures, and languages of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. This year's theme is "Be a Proud Voice for Country."

Dive into the heart of three Aboriginal Communities through a short film by the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, showcasing their unique heritage and this year's theme.

Join the celebrations at 10:30am AEST or on demand until the end of 2024 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/4cLZ3Uh

📷 The Indigenous Literacy Foundation

06/09/2024

Our Rebrand

06/09/2024

Noongar Charitable Trust

06/09/2024

Pregnant mums and new families deserve the best care.

We are pleased to be able to support Aboriginal families through our Boodjari Moort or Maternal and Child Health team.

Take a look at these women's stories here.

For more information phone our team on 9726 6060.

06/09/2024

🎓🎉 Congratulations to the 26 First Nations trainees who graduated from the National Indigenous Training Academy (NITA) last week! Families joined the celebration as trainees were awarded their Certificate III in Tourism.

NITA, operated by Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia, provides training for First Nations people in tourism, hospitality, landscaping, and retail. With 700 deadly graduates from Uluru and Mossman Gorge, the success stories keep growing! 🌟

Full story 👉🏽 https://bit.ly/3Tg0CmB

📷 Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia

06/09/2024

02/09/2024

REMINDER: Registration for the Stolen Wages Class Action closes at the end of September 2024.

The State of WA agreed to a class action settlement for eligible Aboriginal workers, or their surviving spouses and children, who worked in WA for little to no wages between 1936 and 1972.

The settlement includes a shared worth of $180.4 million.

Registrations must be received by 30 September 2024 to be considered for compensation. If you registered before 14 November 2023, you will need to register again.

For more information and to register, visit the Shine Lawyers website. You can also collect a hard copy registration form from the SWALSC office. www.shine.com.au/service/class-actions/stolen-wages-class-action

28/08/2024

Collie artists, don't forget to get your photos of artwork for sale to SWAMS by 5pm this Friday 30th August.

We hope to purchase 3-4 completed artworks from Noongar artists who live in or near Collie. These will then be displayed at our Collie clinic.

For more information, head to our website or phone 9797 8111.

🌐 https://www.swams.com.au/news/

16/08/2024

16/08/2024

JOB OPPORTUNITY: RANGER (4 positions)

We are recruiting for Rangers to participate in a range of activities relating to conservation and land management on the Noongar Land Estate as well as the Conservation Estate, and other tenures.

It's a full time fixed term role for two years, based in Busselton with regular travel throughout the Karri Karrak region.

Under Section 50(d) of the Equal Employment Opportunity ACT 1984, Aboriginality is considered an essential criterion. Noongar people are encouraged to apply.

Applications close at 5pm on Wednesday, 28 August 2024.

For more details and to apply, visit the SEEK website www.seek.com.au/job/78089398

08/08/2024

Artist Expression of Interest - Collie

We are looking to purchase 3-4 completed artworks from Noongar artists residing in Collie.

Entry closing date is close of business on Friday 30th August 2024.
Show us what you've got! 😊

👇Head to our website for further details!

https://www.swams.com.au/news/

08/08/2024

Grants for Aboriginal businesses - Local Capability Fund Aboriginal Round

The Local Capability Fund (LCF) aims to provide financial support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to enhance their capacity, capability and competitiveness in supplying major projects and markets both in Australia and overseas. Grants of up to $50,000 are available and a maximum of 50% of eligible costs.

Funding is specifically designed to support WA Aboriginal small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in improving their business capability, capacity and competitiveness to participate as suppliers of goods, services and works to export markets, WA State or Local Government agencies, the Australian Government and the private business sector.

To be eligible for funding, applicants must meet the following criteria:

* Be an Aboriginal business (at least 50% owned by an Aboriginal interest);
* Be registered with either the Aboriginal Business Directory Western Australia or the Supply Nation’s Indigenous Business Direct;
* Be operating in a trade-exposed industry (or an industry that faces competition from other national or international SMEs);
* Have been operating in Western Australia for at least 12 months at the time of application submission;
* Be registered for GST for at least 12 months prior to application submission and intend to remain registered for the next 12 months;
* Have an Australian Business Number (ABN);
* Be a for-profit organisation or business, or an incorporated not-for-profit Aboriginal Corporation operating as a commercial enterprise;
* Have its principal place of business in Western Australia and continue to be based there for at least 12 months following the application submission; and
* Have at least one full-time equivalent (FTE) employee, in addition to the owner, but fewer than 200 FTE employees at the time of application submission

Applications close 13 September 2024. For more information visit the WA Government website www.wa.gov.au/government/publications/local-capability-fund-aboriginal-business-round

25/05/2024

National Reconciliation Week - Narrogin Community Event
Come along to this community event and say hi to the SWAMS team who will be providing a free sausage sizzle! 🌭

Where: Mackie Park
When: ⏰27th May, Opening Ceremony 11am

25/05/2024

Do you have a project that transfers Noongar knowledge between generations, supports Noongar leadership, or improves the mental health of our Noongar communities?

The Connection to Culture program has a total grant pool of $500,000, and projects can be awarded grants of up to $25,000.

Applications are invited from Aboriginal communities, groups and individuals, as well as community organisations, educational institutions, industry representative bodies, and local governments.

Applications open 3 September, and will close 10 October 2024.

For more information visit the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries website at www.dlgsc.wa.gov.au/funding/arts-funding/connecting-to-country

25/05/2024

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We have an exciting job opening at the for a General Counsel. This unique opportunity is a full-time 3-year contract based in Adelaide on Kaurna Yarta. ⚖️

The General Counsel oversees the legal and risk team's initiatives to guide strategy, growth, and ex*****on throughout the ILSC Group.

The position involves leading key areas including commercial and property law, governmental and administrative law, Native Title/Indigenous land rights, environmental law, and employment law.

Head to our website for a full position description, how to apply and contact details 👉🏿 https://www.ilsc.gov.au/about/careers/general-counsel/

25/05/2024

Job opportunity: Lands and Heritage Officer (Section 50D)

The Lands and Heritage Officer will work with the Lands and Heritage Manager and be responsible for the protection of Noongar heritage by the management and coordination of the Noongar Standard Heritage Agreement (NSHA) process and other matters as required in compliance with the Whadjuk ILUA, State and Commonwealth Aboriginal Heritage Laws and the Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporations Cultural Advice policies.

It’s a full time permanent role based in Perth. The annual salary is between $98,035 - $110,276 depending on skills and experience, plus superannuation.

Applications close at 5pm on Thursday, 6 June 2024.

For more details and to apply, visit the SEEK website. www.seek.com.au/job/76086773?ref=cm-ui

25/05/2024

As a part of Reconciliation Week this photographic portrait exhibition recogni