NATIONAL TALK BLACK – 17/12/2024
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:
Wally Tallis, First Nations Media Australia CEO, talking about the Boost for the community broadcasting sector. The Albanese Government is investing $180.5 million to deliver on its commitment to support local news and community broadcasting, today launching the News Media Assistance Program (News MAP) and announcing additional funding for community broadcasting. The community broadcasting sector will receive a $27 million funding boost to support its continued operations. $12 million is being invested through the Indigenous Broadcasting and Media Program (IBMP) to support the First Nations broadcasting and media sector. This funding will strengthen the sector’s operations as we work towards a sustainable future through the Community Broadcasting Sector Sustainability Review. This is a vital investment in First Nations voices and storytelling.
https://minister.infrastructure.gov.au/…/charting…
Dr. Jeannet Kessels, Owner of Greater Springfield Vets Group and Founder and Board Director of Vets for Climate Action, talking about Indigenous Elders, Farmers and Veterinarians Unite Across the NT to Spotlight Climate Change Impacts on Animals and Country. Dr Jeannet Kessels will be traversing one of the most climate vulnerable places on earth, visiting Borroloola, Elliott, Katherine, Kakadu and Litchfield, areas already experiencing extreme heat days, desertification, wildfires, cyclones and flood vulnerability. Elders will share the changes they are observing, providing opportunities for shared learnings between science-based veterinarians and the insightful lived experience of those who have grown up on country. Vets for Climate Action is the first organisation to highlight the role of veterinarians in climate advocacy, and is gaining traction globally. Dr Kessels will also meet with veterinarians and farmers to hear their stories and experiences, and better understand positive sustainability practices currently in use.
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