NATIONAL TALK BLACK – 30/10/2025
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:
Bev Hunter, Royal Life Saving Society – Australia Assistant Manager Education, talking about urging parents to consider a second dose of swimming lessons before high school. Royal Life Saving Australia is urging parents to enrol their 8, 9 and 10-year-olds in swimming and water safety lessons, warning that too many children miss out on the vital skills that keep them safe, as teenagers and young adults, when drowning risk increases thirteen-fold. Worryingly, new data shows that drowning in 15–20-year-olds has increased by 34% in the five years since 2021 (COVID-19 pandemic), compared to the five years prior. Royal Life Saving is reminding parents that learning to swim as a young child is a great start – but it’s often not enough to keep them safe as teenagers or last a lifetime. Other options for teenagers are to consider joining a swimming or lifesaving club, doing a bronze medallion or trying any of the swimming-based sports like water polo or learning to surf. You can find out more via the link below!
https://www.royallifesaving.com.au/…/parents-urged-to…
Will Kepa, Creative Australia Space to Create: First Nations Music Residency Host, talking about Space to Create: First Nations Music Residency. An immersive program providing First Nations creatives at all levels with studio space, mentoring and production support, in partnership with The Australian National University School of Music and the Yil Lull (“To Sing”) Recording Studio. The program provides a dedicated environment for eight selected participants to expand their creative ideas, collaborate with peers, and strengthen their artistic practice. Activities will include composition, voice coaching, technical skill development, and professional learning opportunities to support long-term career growth. The residency is delivered across two stages: Stage 1 – Group Residency & Stage 2 – Individual Residency. Applications close: Tuesday 11 November (3PM AEST). You can find out more via the link below!
https://creative.gov.au/…/space-create-first-nations…
Edmonton Police, Whichway Yarning, talking about Understanding Discretion. Police discretion is the authority police officers have to use their judgment to choose the best course of action when enforcing the law. Discretion can be defined as the freedom and authority given to police officers to make decisions based on their own judgement, within the boundaries of the law. Discretion plays a crucial role in promoting fairness and equality within the criminal justice system. It allows police officers to consider various factors, such as the individual’s background, circumstances, and history, before taking action. This approach helps to mitigate bias and ensures that individuals are treated with equal respect and consideration under the law. Why police discretion is important: Allows for flexibility, Promotes fairness and Recognizes the impossibility of full enforcement.
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