Sunshine Coast First Nations Community Forum

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Are you visiting the Library this NAIDOC? Pick-up one of these classic First Nations designed memberships cards 💳

Did you miss out on a limited edition library card?

These cards are back in support of National NAIDOC Week. Visit your local library during NAIDOC Week, 7-14 July, to collect your limited edition library card.

Not a member? Join online here 👇
https://sunshinecoast.spydus.com/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/MSGTRN/OPAC/JOIN

Happy Naidoc!! 🎉 ❤️💛🖤💚🤍💙

Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud!

⛰️ Mount Ninderry story place 🌄

New proposed cultural and education node area featuring a series of interpretive and educational signs sharing the Kabi Kabi story of Mount Ninderry, along with environmental facts, trailhead information, Kabi Kabi artwork and other details about the reserve.

Find out more 👇🏾

⛰️ Mount Ninderry story place 🌄

This is proposed to be a new cultural and education node area featuring a series of interpretive and educational signs sharing the Kabi Kabi story of Mount Ninderry, along with environmental facts, trailhead information, Kabi Kabi artwork and other details about the reserve.

📍 This location offers breathtaking views of the coastline, Mount Ninderry escarpment and Kabi Kabi songlines.

Long term future plans include providing all-abilities access and car parking at this location.

📢 Participate in planning for Mount Ninderry Environment Reserve’s future before July 15
Find out more 👉 https://haveyoursay.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/mount-ninderry-environment-reserve-draft-landscape-plan

Find out more about how to share your story.

The Truth-telling and Healing Inquiry members officially commenced on 1 July 2024.

The Inquiry will provide opportunities for all Queenslanders to engage with the truth-telling process if they wish, and is an important part of the truth-telling and healing process in Queensland.

The Inquiry will help build understanding of Queensland’s shared history.

Visit www.qld.gov.au/firstnations/treaty/truth-telling-healing for more information.

Thank you Kabi Kabi peoples and Sunshine Coast Council for this wonderful collaboration ❤️

Well done to all involved 🎉

Congratulations Kabi Kabi peoples ❤️

The Kabi Kabi people have been awarded Native Title over a 356,345 hectare estate on the Sunshine Coast, in an area covering Noosa, the Glasshouse Mountains, Bribie Island and Mudjimba Island, in a special Federal Court hearing in Brisbane on Monday.

Kabi Kabi people recognised as Native Title holders on the Sunshine Coast The Kabi Kabi people have been awarded Native Title over a 356,345 hectare estate on the Sunshine Coast, in an area covering Noosa, the Glasshouse Mountains, Bribie Island and Mudjimba Island, in a sp...

Check out the new Exhibition launching THIS Friday at Sunshine Coast Libraries!

New Artspace Exhibition Launch ✨

Join us Friday 7 June at Maroochydore Library for the launch of 'Pastel Era', a new exhibition of artwork by Chloe Watego, a South Sea Islander and Iman woman.

Presented in collaboration with Caloundra Regional Gallery. Chloe uses painting for creative expression and to aid in healing as she continues to explore her family's heritage.

📅 Friday 7 June
🕘 3pm
📍 44 Sixth Avenue, Cotton Tree
FREE

Register here 👉 https://library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/whats-on/exhibitions/pastel-era

𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗯𝗼 𝗗𝗮𝘆!

Our identity, land and self-determination Always Was and Always will Be innately a part of being born on Country - as part of Country - connected to all living things: plants, animals, weather, language; and people.

First Nations people are the custodians of Country. Country speaks to them, as they speak to Country.

If we ask ourselves in everything we do “How does, what I do help Country?” We will forever be connected, protected and the protector.

Mabo Day occurs annually on 3 June and commemorates Eddie Koiki Mabo (29 June 1936–21 January 1992) from our Mer (Murray Is.) Community, whose campaign for First Nations land rights led to a landmark decision of the High Court of Australia that, on 3 June 1992, overturned the legal fiction of terra nullius which had characterised Australian law with regards to land and title since 1770.

🏛 The 1992 Mabo High Court decision acknowledged the prior and enduring rights to land of the First Peoples.

On this day we Acknowledge and pay out Respect to all Traditional Custodians of the land in which we meet ❤️

Are you a First Nations Doctor interested in being a cultural lead? 🩺

🔎 Are you AIDA's new Medico-Cultural Lead?

🧑🏽‍⚕️ We're looking for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander doctor to bring their unique medico-cultural perspective and high-level advice to our executive team.

✍🏽 Download the PD to learn more and apply >>https://aida.org.au/app/uploads/2024/05/PD-AIDA-Medico-Cultural-Lead.pdf

Unitywater launch their second Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan!

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To mark the start of National Reconciliation Week we have released our second Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, outlining 14 actions with more than 50 deliverables, for achieving the organisation’s vision for reconciliation.

Read our release: https://www.unitywater.com/newsroom/Unitywater-releases-14-actions-to-reconciliation-in-formally-endorsed-Innovate-RAP

FREE First Nations tour with Nambour Community Centre and Triballink.

Learn more about Country and the community we live in.

🌿 Join Us for a 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿! 🌿

Are you a migrant interested in learning more about Aboriginal culture? Nambour Community Centre is excited to invite you to a FREE Aboriginal cultural tour facilitated by Triballink!

📅 Date: 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲
🕒 Time: 𝟵:𝟯𝟬 𝗔𝗠 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟭:𝟯𝟬 𝗔𝗠 (2-hour session)
📍 Location: 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲, 𝟳𝟬 𝗢𝗯𝗶 𝗢𝗯𝗶 𝗥𝗱, 𝗠𝗮𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗼𝗻

𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:
✨ Bush tucker walk and talk, tasting
📖 Storytelling
🎯 Boomerang/spear throw

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴:
Hat
Sunscreen
Enclosed walking shoes
Optional: Insect repellent

FREE mini bus available! 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹!
To reserve your spot, call Vicki at 0447 012 462 or email [email protected].

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Aboriginal culture and traditions. We look forward to seeing you there!

Have you got your First Nations Sunshine Coast Libraries card? ❤️💛🖤🤍💚💙

The National Reconciliation Week theme for 2024, Now More Than Ever, is a reminder to all of us that no matter what, the fight for justice and the rights of First Nations (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander) people will —and must —continue.

There have been many moments in Australia’s reconciliation journey that make us want to turn away. But when things are divisive, the worst thing we can do is disengage or disconnect.

Now more than ever, we need to tackle the unfinished business of reconciliation. We know that the 6.2 million Australians who voted YES are committed to better outcomes for First Nations people, and are with us.

Reconciliation supporters must stand up to defend and uphold the rights of First Nations peoples. To call out racism wherever we encounter it, and to actively reinforce the voices of First Nations peoples across this continent.

Now more than ever, the work continues. In treaty making, in truth-telling, in understanding our history, in education, and in tackling racism. We need connection. We need respect. We need action. And we need change.

Now more than ever, we need reconciliation.

“We apologise for the laws and policies of successive Parliaments and governments that have inflicted profound grief, suffering and loss on these our fellow Australians.”

Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, Apology to Australian Indigenous peoples, 13 February 2008.

Read more 👉🏾 https://www.sbs.com.au/nitv/article/explainer-whats-the-difference-between-national-sorry-day-and-the-national-apology/kduexurkd

Fantastic artwork by Kabi Kabi artists Zartisha Davis 🙌🏾

Proud to reveal our 2024 First Nations dress 💛

The artwork, titled “Toolembi Watama” (Storm dance), was hand-painted by local First Nations artist and proud Kabi Kabi woman, Zartisha Davis.

Read more about the story behind the design 👉 https://bit.ly/44IpzeS

Are you a First Nations artist?

Check out this upcoming opportunity with Sunshine Coast Libraries!

📢 Artwork commission opportunity for local First Nations artists.

We're looking for an artist who can capture the unique connectedness between libraries, each other and Country.

This opportunity invites local First Nations artists to express interest in designing an artwork that will serve as a visual representation of the strong relationship between libraries and the local First Nations communities.

The final work will feature on a variety of library promotional materials including library cards, banners, signage, web content and more.

If you are a Kabi Kabi or Jinibara artist and would like to express your interest in this opportunity or find out more about the project head to our website 🔗 https://library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/whats-on/news/expression-of-interest

Image:

The Old Men, 2019 | Michael Nelson (Kumantye) Jagamara, Walpiri / Luritja (1946-2020) | Acrylic on canvas, 100 x 140cm | Gift of the De Deyne Family through the Australian Government’s Cultural Gifts Program, 2020 | Sunshine Coast Art Collection | Photo: Mick Richards

Have you been trained in Indigenous su***de intervention?

Upcoming course available 11-12 June 2024.

LivingWorks I-ASIST program aims to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce, communities and people who work within their communities to recognise Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people who are thinking about su***de and connect them to a resource who can help them to choose life.

The Alliance for Su***de Prevention - Sunshine Coast, TLS Indigenous Consultancy

I-ASIST - Indigenous Su***de Intervention Training Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ASIST course providing a culturally appropriate way of learning how to apply su***de first aid.

Lest we forget 🌺

Artwork by

Exciting news! ChangeFest has just released Stan Grant's impactful full-length opening speech, 'Working from the inside out', from ChangeFest24 on Latji Latji Country, Mildura.

“What are we bringing? Are we filling space or are we opening space?” Stan's powerful words challenge us to think about true leadership and the importance of connecting with others.

Don't miss out on his inspiring message!

Stan Grant @ ChangeFest24 Stan Grant's impactful full-length opening speech, 'Working from the inside out', from ChangeFest24 on Latji Latji Country, Mildura. https://changefest.com.au/

Community problems, demand community solutions.

Come together THIS Sunday to support calls to end gendered violence.

Do yourself a favor and check out THIS current First Nations exhibition NOW showing at UniSC Art Galley!

https://www.usc.edu.au/art-gallery/exhibitions/occurrent-affair

A great story about how Torres Strait Islanders have contributed to the railway network and Australia’s economic future.

Well done Ella Archibald-Binge!

These Torres Strait Islanders broke a world record. Their story has largely gone untold, until now Gehamat Loban didn't set out to make history when he left his island home at 14 but he and 70 others from the Torres Strait Islands did just that with a world record that still stands today.

Today is World Health Day!

This World Heath Week, know your health right:

You have the right to:

🩺 Safe and quality care without any discrimination.
🩺Privacy and confidentiality of your health information.
🩺Information about your treatment and informed consent.
🩺Bodily autonomy and integrity.

Find out more: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-health-day/2024.

Everything is coming together for our Sunshine Coast Reconciliation Group annual Aunty Betty Memorial Walk.

If you are on the Sunshine Coast on the 29th May, please join us, all welcome! 😃

Last call for Woodford Folk Festival 2024/2025 artists 📣