NATIONAL TALK BLACK – 21/01/2025
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:
Dhiraj Hari Snr, Father, talking about his son being hit by an unmarked police car early last week in Cairns. Residents of Murray Street were concerned after witnessing a young boy being struck by an unmarked police vehicle while riding his bike. The boys father, Dhiraj Hari Snr, heard the big bang, saw his son fly through the air and was the first person on the scene running for his son after 2 detectives jumped out of their vehicle. The family of the nine-year-old boy claims he has a fractured skull and jaw from the incident.
Hannah Wilson, Kids Helpline Official spokesperon, talking about yourtown Australia Kids Helpline @ School program. One of the most significant concerns, according to Kids Helpline, continues to be bullying. The impacts of bullying can lead to low self-esteem, health problems, poor grades and tragic outcomes. yourtown’s Kids Helpline @ School program is available nationally in primary and secondary schools (thanks to our principal partner Bupa Foundation). It provides early intervention and support to students and teachers within the school environment. Teachers can access classroom resources and book free Kids Helpline @ School sessions to have the support of Kids Helpline counsellors deliver virtual workshops with classes to help children and young people develop resilience, manage relationships, and become comfortable with reaching out for assistance. To find out more, check out the link below!
https://schools.kidshelpline.com.au
Jodan Perry, Ngarrama MC and Lecturer in Global Indigenous Studies at the Wollotuka Institute, talking about Ngarrama returning stronger than ever in 2025. Now in our fourth year, the University of Newcastle is proud to welcome the community once again to Ngarrama. Ngarrama is an opportunity for the Newcastle community to come together on the eve of Australia/Survival Day to reflect on traditional life in Mooloobinba before 1788 and to celebrate the richness and resilience of First Nations culture – in particular the Awabakal and Worimi people, the traditional owners of the land upon which Newcastle now stands. This free public event, in partnership with Awabakal Ltd, Port Waratah Coal Services, the City of Newcastle and NGM Group (Newcastle Greater Mutual Group), will return to King Edward Park on 25 January. Ngarrama translates to ‘to sit, listen, and know’. As the name captures, it will be a time for listening and quiet reflection through the sharing of stories, knowledge and culture. To find out more, check out the link below!
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ngarrama-2025-tickets
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