- National Yarning Circle starts in Adelaide with a focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led aged care
- Elder Care Journal launches
- Funding sees Goanna Academy expand mental health education programs
- Albert Bevan, a First Nations social and emotional wellbeing officer
- Dr Nathan Luies, a First Nations sport and exercise physician
- Sector Jobs
- Events and training
The NACCHO Sector News is a platform we use to showcase the important work being done in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, focusing on the work of NACCHO, NACCHO members and NACCHO affiliates.
We also share a curated selection of news stories that are of likely interest to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health sector, broadly.
National Yarning Circle starts in Adelaide with a focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led aged care
The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) has today opened the second Elder Care Support National Yarning Circle in Adelaide, bringing together frontline workers, health leaders, and policymakers to lead a culturally grounded and community-driven reform of aged care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Hosted on Kaurna Country, this year’s Yarning Circle builds on the success of the inaugural 2024 event, celebrating the growing national Elder Care Support workforce and their critical role in reimagining care for older First Nations peoples.
NACCHO’s Executive Director Monica Barolits-McCabe stated, “Our elders carry our culture, wisdom, and stories. Caring for them is a sacred responsibility, not simply a service. Through the Elder Care Support Program, we are transforming aged care by placing culture, connection to Country, and community at its heart. This Yarning Circle is an opportunity to celebrate our progress, share stories of resilience, and collectively build the next chapter in Aboriginal-led aged care.”
With an ageing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population and growing health inequities, delegates will focus on strengthening and expanding place-based solutions that prioritise connection to Country, cultural safety, and wraparound support.
Read the full article on the NACCHO website
Elder Care Support National Yarning Circle 2025
Elder Care Journal launches
The Kambu Health Members Elders Group have launched the Elder Care Journal, a culturally safe resource designed to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders to guide their own health journey.
Launched at Brothers Leagues Club, Ipswich last Thursday, it features vibrant artwork and supports Elders to keep track of their health information, including appointments and blood sugar and blood pressure record keeping.
Read the full article on the Ipswich West Moreton Today website
Local Elders came together for the cake cutting
Funding sees Goanna Academy expand mental health education programs
Greg Inglis’ Goanna Academy will see an expansion of its preventive mental health education programs for at-risk people, as well as the piloting of a new mental health training program.
On Monday, Labor announced $6.4 million over three years if they are elected to support the Indigenous-owned, headspace-endorsed mental health education provider, which aims to end the stigma surrounding – and improve everyone’s ability to talk and discuss – mental health.
The Goanna Academy’s programs look to build wellbeing and resilience for some of the most at-risk groups in the country, including regional men, youth, and First Nations communities, with the funding set to expand their work out of New South Wales and Queensland.
Read the full article on the National Indigenous Times
Greg Inglis’ Goanna Academy has helped hundreds of First Nations children since it was founded (Image: Goanna Academy)
Albert Bevan, a First Nations social and emotional wellbeing officer
Discover what a career in primary health care has to offer. As a First Nations social and emotional wellbeing officer, you will help provide a safe environment for your community. Make a difference for your Mob and join the team.
Watch the video on the Department of Health and Aged care website
Albert Bevan, a First Nations social and emotional wellbeing officer
Dr Nathan Luies, a First Nations sport and exercise physician
Discover what a career in primary health care has to offer. As a sport and exercise physician, you will help to improve the wellbeing and health of First Nations people. Make a difference for your Mob and join the team.
Watch the video on the Department of Health and Aged care website
Dr Nathan Luies, a First Nations sport and exercise physician
Sector Jobs – you can see sector job listings on the NACCHO website here.
Advertising Jobs – to advertise a job vacancy click here to go to the NACCHO website current job listings webpage. Scroll down to the bottom of the page to find a Post A Job form. You can complete this form with your job vacancy details – it will then be approved for posting and go live on the NACCHO website.
NACCHO Governance Program Workshop
Specialised governance workshops for Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations will be delivered in multiple locations during 2024 to 2025.
See all dates and details here
