NATIONAL TALK BLACK – 05/09/2025
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:
Michelle Woosnam, South West Aboriginal Women’s Collective Chairperson, talking about the South West Aboriginal Women’s Collective Second Historic Roundtable. The South West Aboriginal Women’s Collective (SWAWC) hosted its second Roundtable gathering on 1–2 September 2025 in Bunbury, bringing together Aboriginal women from across the South West to continue shaping a strong, united regional voice. Following the success of the inaugural Roundtable in January, which saw more than 80 Aboriginal women gather on Wardandi Boodja to launch the Collective, this second gathering marks a critical step in building sustainable structures for leadership and decision-making. Over two days, participants: Determined priority areas for action across the South West; Mapped regional representation and ensured all communities have a voice at the table; Took nominations for Directors to form SWAWC’s inaugural leadership body; and
Shared and discussed issues directly impacting Aboriginal women, families, and communities. The Roundtable also provided space for cultural connection, intergenerational dialogue, and the celebration of women’s leadership across the South West. The South West Aboriginal Women’s Collective is a grassroots, community-led movement ensuring Aboriginal women across the region are empowered to shape decisions that affect their lives and futures. Grounded in the Wiyi Yani U Thangani Change Agenda and Ways of Working, SWAWC is committed to strengthening leadership, building pathways for youth, and amplifying Aboriginal women’s voices in regional, state, and national forums.
Abraham Byrne-Jameson, Dreaming Big Co-Director, talking about Dreaming Big, a powerful 6-part documentary series spotlighting the journeys of First Nations youth in sport, premiering on NITV and SBS On Demand on Tonight, Friday September 5 at 7:30pm. This real-life sporting docuseries of six 30-minute episodes, offers an intimate look into the lives of thirteen emerging Indigenous athletes from various disciplines, including Boxing, Surfing, Car Racing, Flat track Motorbike Racing, Sport Climbing, Karate and Soccer. Each story is delivered with authenticity and heartfelt storytelling grounded in cultural integrity. The series also honours the rich cultural heritage of Australia’s First Nations communities. It weaves together themes of perseverance, identity, and unity, offering a unique Indigenous perspective on
sport and success. Through the eyes of the athletes, their families, and mentors, the series reveals how individual achievements become shared victories that uplift entire communities. This is also Abraham’s debut in broadcast as a young Indigenous Director! You can find out more via the link below!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DWOH5CLB2w
Edmonton Police, Whichway Yarning, talking about Public Safety Preservation Act Declarations. PSPA refers to the Public Safety Preservation Act, which is a law allowing police to make emergency declarations and establish exclusion zones. Under Queensland’s Public Safety Preservation Act 1986 (PSPA), a senior police officer can declare an emergency situation exists in a specified area when an incident creates a significant risk to public safety. This declaration allows for powers beyond normal police operations and continues until revoked. The PSPA Act gives police the power to declare an emergency and set up an exclusion zone to protect the public during dangerous incidents such as; Fires, Armed situations or terrorist emergencies, Hazardous material emergencies, Suspicious devices and Any other event needing to be managed to ensure public safety and resolve the threat. Emergency powers are activated, which can include: Establishing exclusion zones, Authorizing the seizure or control of resources, Requiring individuals to provide information or undergo medical treatment, Detaining individuals under specific circumstance, Police establish exclusion zones around the incident, and people within that zone may be advised to leave or remain indoors until the situation is resolved. PSPA Purpose: Enable Extraordinary Powers: Grant additional, extraordinary powers to police and other emergency responders to deal with a critical incident, Protect Public Safety: Prevent or minimize harm to lives and safety from incidents like terrorist attacks, natural disasters, or other serious threats and Establish Control: Allow for an emergency commander to coordinate efforts and control resources within the declared area.
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