Fortnightly news in brief from Jabiru, Warruwi, Minjilang, Maningrida and Gunbalanya
Edition 432 8 - 21 August 2020 [email protected] 08 8979 9465 Published by West Arnhem Regional Council
INSIDE THIS EDITION
SHARING HEALTH MESSAGES
Gunbalanya Health Centre shares regular health messages with community. PAGE 3 > BUSH TUCKER DAY IN GUNBALANYA
ENTER TO WIN! West Arnhem Regional Council is currently running an exciting region-wide Instagram Photo Competition with great prizes up for grabs. If you have one or multiple photos which capture Jabiru (including Kakadu), Gunbalanya, Maningrida, Minjilang or Warruwi in a unique way, you are encouraged to enter! Pictured is a photo taken in Minjilang by @KW346. Read more, Page 3. Gunbalanya has kicked off the bush tucker season much to the delight of the community. PAGE 2 > OVAL UPGRADES TO COMMENCE MEETING WITH OPPOSITION LEADER The Maningrida oval will commence in September with The lights themselves are undergo an upgrade and the light tower foundations 1500W LED floodlights which staged redevelopment thanks and irrigation works, and the will save energy, reduce to funding and support actual light tower installation running costs and improve from the Maningrida Local expected in November. overall illumination. Authority and the Northern While these works will The contract for light tower Territory Government. directly support the local and irrigation installations It is well-known that the teams in the Maningrida was awarded to a Darwin Maningrida community has Football League, they will also based company DEC Pty a passion for AFL football, provide new opportunities to Ltd. DEC will engage local with a great number of teams grow and develop the current businesses for the installation participating in the local teams as well as create new of the irrigation system and WARC mayor and executive staff meet with Leader of the Opposition Lia Finocchiaro MLA. competition as well as teams ones. associated works, including PAGE 4 > playing in various festivals This includes men and personnel from the local and carnivals around Arnhem women football teams as well community to assist with Land. as school and junior football. onsite day to day operations. CRECHE WORKPLACE EXCHANGE In an effort to continue to With the new lighting They will also be mobilising foster a vibrant culture around allowing night games, this several plant and machinery sport in the community, West project will also benefit the to carry out the works and will Arnhem Regional Council wider community and will engage with the Maningrida will carry out the upgrade also encourage more people community by offering their which will consist of the to take part in sport and services to local organisations construction of four new light recreation activities. for works which may towers and irrigation works - The light towers will be fitted require specialised tools and resulting in longer usage each with control mechanisms to equipment to complete. day and green grass on the optimise visibility for club It is hoped these upgrades Educators from WARC Crèches visit and experience oval for 12 months of the year. competitions, and official and will be greatly received by the another workplace and community. Stage 1 construction is due to spectator viewing. community. PAGE 5 > West Arnhem Wire - Fortnightly news in brief from Jabiru, Gunbalanya, Maningrida, Warruwi and Minjilang 2 NEW CEO OF JKL APPOINTED The Board of Jabiru Kabolkmakmen Ltd analysis on remediation and housing issues is pleased to announce the appointment of in Jabiru. The Board is confident Marinella Marinella Faggion as its CEO with effect will maintain the collaborative leadership from 5 October 2020. style whilst providing consistency and Marinella has been a key member of continuity for our stakeholders. The West Arnhem Wire acknowledges the Jabiru Kabolkmakmen management Marinella will take over from inaugural the traditional owners of country and their team since the company’s inception, most CEO Stefan Hladenki, who has led the continuing connection to land, waters and recently serving as Chief Operating Officer. company with distinction as it established community. We pay our respects to them and Marinella is an engineer by profession itself as a key stakeholder driving planning their cultures, and to elders, past, present and who brings a wealth of project management for the future of Jabiru. The Jabiru future. expertise to the role. Marinella has lived in Kabolkmakmen Board wishes to thank him The Wire is the only regular source of news Jabiru since 2018 and is well known within for his dedicated service and pays tribute and information in the Kakadu and West the community. to the outstanding progress made to date in Arnhem Land region. More than 700 copies Marinella has made an immense progressing the Jabiru Masterplan. are distributed fortnightly to Jabiru, Warruwi, contribution to the work of Jabiru Stefan will transition to his new role of Minjilang, Maningrida and Gunbalanya. Kabolkmakmen to date, most notably in Director, Future of Jabiru and Kakadu developing the Jabiru Sub-Lease Allocation within the Department of the Chief Our electronic edition goes out to more than Plan and coordinating and providing Minister. 500 individual email addresses across West Arnhem Land and the Top End.
The Wire accepts advertising from businesses and government organisations. Placement of ALL WELCOME TO BUSH TUCKER GATHERINGS ads is subject to editorial and Council policy.
Gunbalanya has kicked off the bush well as kangaroo tails, magpie goose, Our competitive rates start from as little as tucker season much to the delight of the turtle and damper. $65 (including GST). Call 08 8979 9465 community. This outdoors activity is a great way today or email [email protected] for community members and local to discuss how we can help you spread your “Is a great way for the organisations to come together, and all messages around West Arnhem Land. residents are welcome to bring your community members bush tucker down to share. ADVERTISING DEADLINES The bush tucker get-togethers are at Bookings: 5pm Monday prior to publication and local organisations Injalak Arts every Friday at 12 noon – all are welcome! Artwork: 5pm Tuesday prior to publication to come together.." Also, a huge thank you to SCFC for the The Wire is published fortnightly on Fridays. collaboration, WARC, ALPA, Aged Care, the Shop and Injalak Arts. The Wire is published by West Arnhem The first bush tucker get together had It was great to see Gunbalanya coming Regional Council. The views expressed here a great turn out and everyone enjoyed together as a community to enjoy this do not necessarily reflect those held by the Council or Councillors. buffalo ribs donated by Gary Shaw, as great feast! West Arnhem Regional Council PO Box 721 JABIRU NT 0886 www.westarnhem.nt.gov.au Call (08) 8979 9465 or email [email protected] ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS OPEN West Arnhem community members are encouraged to nominate an individual, group, business or organisation into the Northern Territory Community Achievement Awards. It’s important that we share the stories of Territorians making a difference in their community. It helps provide positive role models and inspiration for us all. Because community champions make a huge impact for us and improve our lives. Nominating people in the Community Achievement Awards helps to spread those good news stories. There are also heaps of benefits and that’s just for entering, let alone the awesome stuff. The awards also provide a chance to connect with other community-minded people. Nominations close at midnight, Saturday 5th September and can be completed online. To access the online nomination form: https://awardsaustralia.com/ The West Arnhem Wire | 8 -21 August 2020 West Arnhem Wire - Fortnightly news in brief from Jabiru, Gunbalanya, Maningrida, Warruwi and Minjilang 3
MUNGUYH YIBBIDJIRRIDJBURREN KUNBID KE ENTER THE INSTAGRAM PHOTO COMPETITION
West Arnhem Regional showcased on the West Council are currently running Arnhem Instagram page an exciting region-wide (with a credit to you), and Instagram Photo Competition you will be in a running to with great prizes up for grabs. win some great prizes. If you have one or multiple photos which capture HOW TO ENTER: Jabiru (including Kakadu), - Email your photo/s to Gunbalanya, Maningrida, [email protected] Minjilang or Warruwi - Text the photos to 0459 060 in a unique way you are 370 with your name encouraged to enter! - Or post it on Instagram and The photos can be of people, tag our page @westarnhem wildlife, landscapes or you Don’t forget to hashtag just doing what you love. your community and tag and Your photo will be ‘follow’ @westarnhem. Timothy Nabegeyo will be sharing a COVID-19 awareness update every Monday morning at the Adjumarllarl store. 'Always wash your hands' All banners will be displayed throughout Gunbalanya over The Gunbalanya Health the coming weeks. Centre commissioned Injalak If the community have any Arts recently to create six questions or concerns, please banners that support the visit the Health Centre or the communication messaging for outreach clinic set up EVERY COVID-19. Timothy Nabegeyo Tuesday and the team would shares this COVID awareness love to help. update every Monday #allinthistogether #injalakart morning at Adjumarllarl store. #staysafe
Position Vacant Economic Development Officer Pictured is one of the entries in WARC's Instagram Photo competition. The photo was taken in Minjilang by @KW346. Send in your photo Jabiru Kabolkmakmen is looking for a motivated and experienced Economic Development Officer to join our team to help us identify and deliver economic development projects to contribute to the future of Jabiru and the region. entries to 0459 060 370 to win! Jabiru Kabolkmakmen was established to support Jabiru as it transitions from a mining services town to a tourism and Government services hub. We have three priorities:
support tenure transition in the town support the implementation of the Jabiru Masterplan; and investigate opportunities to facilitate social and economic benefits for Jabiru and the surrounding region. To all supporters of the Kurrung The Jabiru Masterplan is the Traditional Owners’ vision for the future of the town. Their vision is: Sports Carnival including the “A world leading ecologically sustainable, economically and socially vibrant community where traditional Aboriginal culture, wonderful teams, spectators and all people and the natural environment flourish.”
sponsors, The Economic Development Officer will join a small team under the leadership of the CEO based in Jabiru in the JKL office.
We wish to let you know that while Specific duties include Researching and analysing options in relation to regional economic development. this year’s event will not go ahead, West Arnhem Regional Developing a Regional Economic Development Strategy consistent with the goals set out in the Jabiru Masterplan. Identifying and project manage various agreed strategic economic development initiatives to strengthen the region. Council (WARC) looks forward to bringing you the Collaborating with all tiers of government and the private sector on possible economic development initiatives to increase jobs and investment in the region. much-loved carnival in 2021 - bigger and better! Contributing to the development of project plans for economic development initiatives related to the Jabiru Masterplan and Jabiru Business Case under the guidance of the CEO and COO. WARC are very proud of this event which unites sporting Participating in and contributing to reviews of progress, outcomes and future improvements of the key projects. Assist the CEO and COO with other duties as required. teams from around West Arnhem Land. The successful candidate will require www.jabirukabolkmakmen.com.au Demonstrated experience of social enterprise development and its relevance in remote and isolated communities. An understanding of NT and Commonwealth government business support and grant funding initiatives Thank you all for your ongoing support! Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills with previous experience in preparation of high level briefings and reports including grant funding submissions and acquittals. Strong personal drive and ability to communicate effectively with local and prospective business and service delivery organisations Honesty, integrity, and the ability to maintain appropriate discretion with confidential and sensitive information. Willingness and capacity to establish a high level of cultural competency in working with Bininj people. Demonstrated ability to work in a small team and willingness to work collaboratively to achieve organisational goals. Demonstrated project management skills, including scoping, planning, implementation and review Office productivity skills essential e.g. word, PowerPoint Northern Territory Driver’s License and ability to undertake regular travel throughout the region.
Jabiru Kabolkmakmen operates from its office in the Jabiru Town Plaza, which also hosts a display space to provide information to residents, visitors and other interested parties regarding the future of Jabiru.
Housing is not provided as part of employment.
This position is funded by the NT Government Department of Trade, Business and Innovation and Department of the Chief Minister. The role is full time with a fixed term of 18 months. Flexible working arrangements can be discussed.
Remuneration will be based on applicants’ skills and experience.
Please provide a one page pitch for the position and your resume to [email protected]
Applications close: 4 September 2020 Phone: 8979 3203 [email protected]
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WARC MEET WITH OPPOSITION LEADER HIGH GROUND FEATURES West Arnhem Regional Arnhem region. IN ADELAIDE FILM FESTIVAL Council Mayor Matthew Ryan, This included in-depth Chief Executive Officer Daniel conversations for improved Findley and Executive Manager health and education services and - Office of the CEO Brooke local employment opportunities Darmanin met with Leader of the for local people. Opposition Lia Finocchiaro MLA Mayor Ryan thanked Ms in Darwin this week to discuss Finocchiao MLA for the some of the challenges as well as opportunity and looks forward to the opportunities for the West working together in the future.
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The movie filmed in Gunbalanya and Kakadu ‘High Ground’ has been announced as one of the first five films in the 2020 Adelaide Film Festival Program. ‘High Ground’ features Jacob Junior Nayinggul of Gunbalanya alongside Simon Baker and Jack Thompson and is directed by Stephen Johnson. Film bio: High Ground, directed by Stephen Johnson (Yolngu Boy) takes an unflinching look at the brutal facts of white settlement. This is a film with all the breathtaking beauty and savagery of this country, rich in dramatic tension driven by taut, understated West Arnhem Regional Council Mayor Matthew Ryan, Executive Manager Brooke performances. Darmanin, Lia Finocchiaro MLA and Chief Executive Officer Daniel Findley. The film festival will take place between October 14 to 25.
Position Vacant FREE BBQ AND Housing Transition Officer Jabiru Kabolkmakmen is looking for a motivated and experienced Housing Transition Officer to join our team to support the future of Jabiru.
Jabiru Kabolkmakmen Ltd (JKL) is a company limited by guarantee based in Jabiru, Northern Territory, surrounded by the INFORMATION DAY world heritage listed Kakadu National Park. Jabiru is undergoing a transition from a mining services town to a tourism and Government services hub. Jabiru Kabolkmakmen was established to support this transition, with three priorities:
support tenure transition in the town West Arnhem Regional Council support the implementation of the Jabiru Masterplan; and investigate opportunities to facilitate social and economic benefits for Jabiru and the surrounding region.
The Jabiru Masterplan is the Traditional Owners’ vision for the future of the town. Their vision is: invites you to a meet & greet! “A world leading ecologically sustainable, economically and socially vibrant community where traditional Aboriginal culture, all people and the natural environment flourish.”
All welcome! The Housing Transition Officer will join a small team under the leadership of the CEO based in Jabiru in the JKL office.
The prime responsibility of the role is to establish a New Housing Entity (NHE) responsible for the ongoing end to end management of approximately 200 residential dwellings in Jabiru, for both long and short term rentals.
Specific duties include to; Outside Maningrida Council Office Develop the NHE Business Case for Board approval Recruit resources to operate the NHE Establish policies and procedures for the NHE Thursday, 27 August Develop and implement an Asset Management Plan (AMP) Procure and contract manage maintenance works in accordance with the AMP with a focus on value for money, livability and maximising local job opportunities Early afternoon onwards Coordinate asset handover to the NHE including to inspect assets to ensure all agreed rectification works have been ‘Have your say’ performed Establish NHE management reporting to the Board e.g. agreed proforma, Key Performance Indicators Manage and acquit any associated grant funding
on the 2021-22 Following the Local Support the setup of accounts and obtain required insurance to cover liabilities www.jabirukabolkmakmen.com.au Liaise with JKL corporate staff Authority Meeting.. Participate and contribute to reviews of progress, outcomes and future improvements
Regional Plan.. The successful candidate will require Significant relevant prior experience in building asset management Detailed understanding of building related legislation, codes and relevant standards Detailed understanding of whole of life asset management strategies Strong personal presence and ability to communicate effectively with residents, visitors and other interested parties Honesty and integrity, with the ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality with regard to confidential and sensitive Meet your Mayor, information Willingness and capacity to establish a high level of cultural competency in working with Bininj people in the region. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a small team and willingness to work collaboratively to achieve organisational local Councillors & goals. Experience in preparing reports, policies, guidelines, and similar documents Office productivity skills essential e.g. word, PowerPoint
Local Authority JKL operates from its office in the Jabiru Town Plaza, which also hosts a display space to provide information to residents, visitors and other interested parties regarding the future of Jabiru.
Members.. The Housing Transition Officer role is full time with a fixed term of 18 months. Flexible working arrangements can be discussed.
Remuneration will be based on applicants’ skills and experience.
Please provide a one page pitch for the position and your resume to [email protected]
Application close: 4 September 2020. Phone: 8979 3203 [email protected] The West Arnhem Wire | 8 - 21 August 2020 West Arnhem Wire - Fortnightly news in brief from Jabiru, Gunbalanya, Maningrida, Warruwi and Minjilang 5 CRECHE WORKPLACE EXHANGE OPPORTUNITY Educators from West Arnhem as well as share their knowledge Regional Council’s Crèches had an and build confidence as educators. opportunity to visit and experience Encouraging staff morale, WARC another workplace and community educators from Jabiru, Minjilang and recently. Warruwi also enjoyed a beautiful In June, the educators from Minjilang dinner under the stars. and Warruwi Crèches came over to This provided a chance to get to know Jabiru Childcare Centre to see and everyone in a relaxing environment to experience a different centre and learn help prosper and build rapport. new ideas and ways to carry out day- The educators from Minjilang and to-day operations. Warruwi were involved in an all-day This is the first time the educators learning workshop conducted by from all three centres and crèches with Anthony Semann and Phil Butler in West Arnhem Regional Council had the Jabiru conference room. the opportunity to meet, share and The outcome of the workshop was learn new ideas. that the educators learnt about how They observed the Jabiru staff in to embed culture into everyday practice and also had the opportunity practice, team work and planning for Belina Dos Santos, Kirsty Giwiriwuy, Audrey Lee, Nadia to build a connection with the children children’s learning. Cairns, Kaitlyn Woods and Jess Scheibe.
COMPETITION WARC are running a region-wide photo competition with great prizes! All community members are invited to submit your photos which.. #Capture your community in West Arnhem
Photos could be of people, wildlife, landscapes or you doing what you love..
HOW: Don’t forget to hashtag your - Send your photos to [email protected] community & tag and follow - Text it to 0459 060 370 (in a large size), or - Post the photo to Instagram and ‘tag’ @westarnhem @westarnhem!
Photos will also be used on WARC’s Instagram page and we will credit you! Competition concludes 4 September 2020 & winners will be announced!
The West Arnhem Wire | 8 - 21 August 2020 West Arnhem Wire - Fortnightly news in brief from Jabiru, Gunbalanya, Maningrida, Warruwi and Minjilang 6 MORE ABORIGINAL RANGER GRANTS TEABBA STREAMING APP The Northern Territory conservation of lands and seas, Government will deliver a including education, training further $12 million over the next and support for disaster four years to support Aboriginal recovery. Ranger groups to protect and More than 50 per cent of the unlock the economic and social Territory’s land and 85 per potential of their ancestral cent of its coastal waters are lands and seas, and create jobs Aboriginal owned or managed. on country. About 1000 Aboriginal Rangers operate in 46 “Support established Territory Aboriginal conservation, Ranger groups. The latest round of Aboriginal cultural heritage Ranger grants are being assessed by the Aboriginal recording and Land Management Advisory Group and $1.6 million will protection.." soon be awarded to Aboriginal The funding will include Ranger groups for projects up capital grants to help Ranger to $150,000. groups purchase equipment Minister for Environment and build infrastructure and and Natural Resources, Eva The new Top End Aboriginal Bush Broadcasting Association operational capacity to work on Lawler said “our Aboriginal (TEABBA) Streaming App is now available in the App Store for country. Rangers do invaluable work, you to search and download to your device. Land management and delivering fire, weed and feral Just delete the old one and look up TEABBA and click conservation grants will fund animal management on more download to hear all the deadly tunes. activities such as feral animal than 460,000 square kilometres Big thanks to Ben at First Nations media for the help getting and pest plant control, soil of land and promoting and it online. conservation, cultural heritage protecting culture.” recording and protection, Minister for Aboriginal COMMUNITY RADIO FREQUENCIES: biodiversity and species Affairs Selena Uibo said “we’re Gunbalanya/Oenpelli Radio Frequency 106.1 fm monitoring and managed delivering for Aboriginal Minjilang Radio Frequency 106.1 fm burns. Territorians by supporting Warruwi Radio Frequency 106.1 fm If returned at the Territory Traditional Owners to unlock Maningrida Radio Frequency 106.1 fm election, the Government will the economic and social expand its Ranger program potential of their ancestral lands to enable funding to be used and waters, while promoting for community engagement and sustaining traditional strong communities | working together activities to support the culture and language.”
WORK IN & EXPERIENCE ARNHEM LAND & KAKADU ‘LOCAL PEOPLE
LOCAL VOICES’ COMMUNITY WELLBEING COORDINATOR X 3 POSITIONS Nominate for your LOCAL AUTHORITY.. Jabiru, Gunbalanya & Maningrida – Full Time Applications close 8 am, Monday 7 September 2020. What is a Local Authority? The Warruwi Local The Local Authorities central MECHANIC Authority is seeking function is to support local Jabiru – Full Time nominations to fill decision-making. Applications close 8 am, Monday 7 September 2020. Each Board receives an annual vacancies on the allocation of funding to be Board. used towards projects of local COMMUNITY CARE TEAM LEADER importance. Gunbalanya – Full Time – Fixed Term Applications close 8 am, Monday 31 August 2020. What does this mean for What is the commitment? you and your community? Local Authority members meet A strong Local Authority will four times a year. make informed decisions on For more information: issues and get things done More information? To apply or to download an information based on recommendations Chat to your local Elected which come from within the pack, please visit our website: Members James Marrawal and http://westarnhem.nt.gov.au/employment/ local community. Philip Wasaga. For further information please call 08 8982 9522 or email [email protected] For a nomination form or more information, please see the Council Services Manager Stephen Dawkins at the Council Office or call 8970 3600.
Indigenous people are encouraged to apply Dated: Thursday, 7 April 2020
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Coronavirus [COVID-19] What is ISOLATION?
Isolation is for people who feel sick with symptoms of COVID-19. Isolation means being by yourself away from everyone. Isolation is very important to stop sickness spreading to other people.
Isolate in community 1-2 days while waiting for test results
If you can’t isolate safely at home then you can isolate in a designated house in your community. You will be by yourself in a single room. You will not be able to leave to go shopping or visit people. People are not allowed to visit you.
You can talk with family and friends on the phone. It is really important to stay connected, but people are not allowed to visit you.
Food and drinks will be brought to your door. Clinic staff will check on you each day to see how you are.
You will need to wash your hands with soap and water and dry them a lot. You will need to do regular cleaning of the room and house. Blow your nose and throw tissues in the bin.
An Aboriginal Health Practitioner or nurse from the clinic will
come and check how you are feeling every day. If you need an interpreter when reading this, please ask a staff member. If symptoms develop contact the clinic on ...... 08 89792018
If the test result is positive for COVID-19 you will need to go hospital until you get better.
If you feel worse, short of breath or big fever call the clinic or 000. coronavirus.nt.gov.au
The West Arnhem Wire | 8 - 21 August 2020 8 West Arnhem Wire - Fortnightly news in brief from Jabiru, Gunbalanya, Maningrida, Warruwi and Minjilang COMMUNITY WELL-BEING SERVICE WARRUWI'S JUNIOR RANGERS Yarning Mob is a new safe Gunbalanya, and they are in space where individuals come the process to become the link together to share stories and between remote communities knowledge regarding current and Darwin service providers. community issues in a non- clinical environment. Yarning Mob’s program Yarning Mob aims to topics incorporate: contribute to the development • Suicide prevention of the local community • Alcohol and other drug capacity to address these • Dependencies issues by promoting • Referral pathways community ownership and • Domestic and family responsibility for action to violence awareness prevent societal issues. • Gambling dependencies They are aiming to run these • Elder abuse prevention programs in Darwin and For referrals: Email: Pictured are the Junior Rangers in Warruwi during one of their remote Northern Territory [email protected] or recent lessons. The young rangers have focused on land and sea communities, including Mob: 0404998003 patrols, which are a very important job to carry out within the community. WARRUWI COMMUNITY SCHOOL SPORTS CARNIVAL
The much-anticipated Warruwi School Sports Carnival will take place on Friday, August 21. The school students have spent some time preparing for the big day, making banners to show team spirit. There will be lots of activities and prizes on the day. Good luck everyone.
PROGRAM Jabiru West Arnhem 10:00 - 10.45 Registration and Business Development morning tea Forum 10:45 - 11:00 Welcome to Country Forum Opening 11:00 - 12:00 2020 The Future of Growing a Business
Small Business Support
Lunch Break Are you wanting to… LETS HAVE A Start a new business? 12:30 - 14:30 Grow your existing business? Jabiru Masterplan Join us at the very first business development forum and learn Kakadu National Park all you need to know about the future of Jabiru & West Arnhem. YARN! Update Guest speakers from tourism, Indigenous businesses, support agencies and government, along with information Join us to discuss important community issues Becoming a Kakadu Tour on the future of Jabiru-West Arnhem. Operator whilst painting, weaving and wood carving Tourism Strategy NT TIME: 10.00AM - 5PM Tourism Business DATE: 16 SEPTEMBER Development MECURE KAKADU Program topic's Afternoon Tea Break CROCODILE HOTEL HOMELESSNESS 1 FLINDERS STREET JABIRU REFERRAL PATHWAYS 14:45 - 16:30 AOD DEPENDENICES Website Development & GAMBLING ADDICTION Cyber Security NETWORKING DRINKS ELDER ABUSE AWARENESS Business Networking TIME: 5PM - 6PM SUICIDE PREVENTION Developing My Brand Registrations Close: 2 September Q&A Session [email protected] Leona Katzer 0409 103 892 17:00 - 18:00 CONTACT US TO ENQUIRE ON Close & Thank you Networking drinks & UPCOMING DATES AND LOCATIONS canapes Email: [email protected] Mob: 0404998003
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JABIRU SANTA FUN RUN SUPPORTS VARIETY NT
Jabiru residents celebrated all proceeds donated to NT also greatly supported by Christmas in August at the children in need. Kakadu Deadly Runners and Santa Fun Run on Saturday, Community members Red Lily Health Board. 8 August. donned Santa suits and The event was a fundraiser walked or ran around the Photos credit: Peter Keepence to support Variety NT with Jabiru Lake with the event Photography.
BAKER BOY WINS BIG AT NIMA'S Yolngu man Baker Boy was the big winner at the recent National Indigenous Music Awards. This year’s event was completely virtual for the first time across TV, radio and online, showing the resilience and tenacity of a community intent on celebrating First Nations talent from across Australia. Baker Boy, who grew up in Maningrida and Millingimbi, took home trophies for Artist of the Year, ALBERTO LUGLIETTI MEMORIAL POOL Song of the Year and Film Clip of the DIABETES Year for his hit Meditjin. Accepting his award live from Bendigo, Baker Y O D Q K I D N E Y S Q M Boy offered love for his fellow First OPENING HOURS N U F I P A N C R E A S G Nations artists and thanked his family D W N P A U Q M A S G O E across Arnhem Land for their belief Monday 12.00pm - 6.30pm Additional wet season hours H G O J S B K U R U H S S and support. 1 October - 30 May “Woah, my heart! This is crazy. I Tuesday 12.30pm - 6.00pm H Z L C I Z E B B F I S T Wednesday 12.00pm - 6.30pm Tuesday 6.00am - 8.00am honestly didn’t think I could win at F J W U L N Q T J Y A N A Thursday 12.30pm - 6.00pm Thursday 6.00am - 8.00am all tonight, but I just want to say to all the nominees tonight across all of the Friday 12.00pm - 6.30pm Saturday 9.00am - 6.30pm S H N W C O S Y E R W D T categories; you are incredible, you are B F X L J O X U C S D P I Saturday 12.00pm - 6.30pm amazing and I am so proud of you all, Sunday 12.00pm - 6.30pm CLOSED Good Friday, Christmas Day, Z D D S T D S D L W F Y O New Year’s day my brothers and sisters,” said Baker Public Holidays 12.00pm - 6.30pm NO SCHOOL, NO POOL POLICY U C X N S V R E M I E E N Boy. F G R O Z L C A T B N B A “To my family back in Darwin across Arnhem Land, I’m so proud 8 lane Olympic pool - children’s pool - children’s playground - E P F T E W F F G I U X L to represent my people and so barbecue facilities - shower facilities - undercover gym - K D T D Z B X G G K H P M overwhelmed by the support and kiosk with drinks and snacks - shaded picnic tables success I have achieved rapping in Diabetes Yolgnu Matha and English.” Other big winners on the night were A safe place to swim in the heart Kidneys Archie Roach who won Album Of The Year for ‘Tell Me Why’, Miiesha with of Kakadu! Glucose New Talent of the Year, KDA Crew for Community Clip of the Year and Insulin Rrawun Maymuru and Nick Wales Gestational who took out the Indigenous Language Award for Nyapillilngu (Spirit Lady) Regular & casual pool passes available Pancreas and Kee’Ahn who won the Archie Visitors welcome! Roach Foundation Award.
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that 280 Australians develop diabetes every day? That is one person every five minutes? About 1 in 3 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders will get diabetes. Source: www.diabetesaustralia.com/diabetes-in-australia
What is diabetes? Diabetes is a chronic condition which many people live with. It is caused when the pancreas does not produce insulin or make enough insulin to move the glucose around the body. Glucose is another type of sugar, which our body uses as energy for our bodies. When there is too much glucose, this can lead to health problems. However, Diabetes, can be managed by following daily self-care and making healthy choices with food we eat, what we drink and leading an active lifestyle. There is no cure for diabetes but by making healthy choices those living with diabetes can live a better quality of life and we can reduce the risk of it.
There are three types of diabetes: Type 1 – The cause is unknown and can be managed by taking insulin to control blood sugar. Type 2 – People that are at risk include those that are overweight and ethnicity. Gestational diabetes – Can occur during pregnancy.
Explanation of diabetes.
Picture of where the pancreas is in body.
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