NATIONAL TALK BLACK – 12/06/2025
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:
Natalia Krysiak, Australian Architect and Founder of Cities for Play, talking about the New research revealing concerning ‘play deficit’ for Australian kids in urban areas. Australian families are experiencing a growing disconnect with the urban communities they live in, new research reveals, with nearly two-thirds (62%) of Australian parents reporting their city does not have sufficient safe and accessible play spaces for children. A practicing architect, play consultant and founder of Cities for Play, Natalia specialises in the design of child-oriented environments. On World Play Day (11 June), urban planners are being called on to address the pressing play deficit in Australia’s cities and consider innovative methods to create more opportunities for play. Families can share their ideas and join the conversation, by using the hashtags #LEGOWorldPlayDay and #BuildTheChange, or visiting the link below!
Jay Forrester, Bourke Aboriginal Corporation Health Service Acting CEO, talking about the Men of Bourke Forum returns for 2025. From the 16-17 June, Bourke Aboriginal Corporation Health Service (BACHS) and community partners will present the Men of Bourke Forum 2025; a two-day gathering focused on listening, sharing and supporting one another through stories, culture and connection. Held at Bourke Christian Church, the forum will run from 10AM each day, concluding with live performances on Tuesday, 17 June. The program includes keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops, activities and more, with a strong focus on men’s wellbeing and identity. The forum builds on the success of last year’s event, which saw men from across the region come together to talk openly about trauma, learn new wellbeing tools and reconnect with culture in a safe and supported space. Guest speakers included respected voices like Gavin Gibbs, Mitch Tambo and Corey Anderson, alongside cultural facilitators, local artist and service providers including BACHS, CatholicCare Wilcannia-Forbes and Western NSW Local Health District. Activities across the two days include creative workshops, wellbeing sessions and roleplay exercises focused on real-life challenges like conflict resolution. The Men of Bourke forum is free to attend and open to men of all backgrounds. Meals will be provided and all are encouraged to join. You can find out more via the link below!
Edmonton Police, Whichway Yarning, talking about Thank a First Responder Day. What is Thank a First Responder Day? Thank a First Responder Day is a day to show our gratitude and appreciation for the first responders in our community, for the work that they do to keep us safer. 11th June 2025 is Thank a First Responder Day, when we ask you to join us in saying two simple words to our first responders: Thank you. Hosted on Wednesday 11 June 2025, the community is being asked to show their appreciation to local first responders by taking the time to say, ‘thank you’. Now in its sixth year, Thank a First Responder Day creates a clear and resounding voice of gratitude for the frontline workers and volunteers who do so much, often for very little thanks or recognition. It was created by Fortem Australia, the nation’s leading independent and not-for-profit organisation supporting the mental health and wellbeing of first responders and their families.
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