The Australian Government is investing $100 million over the next 10 years in the Youth in communities program, a major initiative that is helping thousands of young Aboriginal people become more engaged with school, work and community life in the Northern Territory. Continue reading
Author: Renae Bastholm
New Trans-Tasman funding in search for rheumatic heart disease vaccine
Prime Minister Julia Gillard has agreed with New Zealand Prime Minister, John Key, to provide support for the development of a potential vaccine for rheumatic fever. Continue reading
Legal recognition of Indigenous status
The House of Representatives has passed legislation recognising Indigenous Australian peoples as the first inhabitants of Australia. Continue reading
Review of cardiovascular health among Indigenous Australians (peer reviewed)
Gray C1, Brown A2, Thomson N1
Review of cardiovascular health among Indigenous Australians. Australian Indigenous HealthBulletin 12(4). Retrieved [access date] from http://healthbulletin.org.au/articles/review-of-cardiovascular-health-among-indigenous-australians
1Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet 2South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute
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HealthInfoNet celebrates 15 years
Edith Cowan University (ECU) recently recognised the Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet’s achievements during 15th birthday celebrations. Continue reading
2012 Deadly Awards: recognition of contributions to the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
The 18th Deadly Awards were held at the Sydney Opera House on 25 September 2012 and celebrated outstanding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander achievements in sport, the arts, music and health. Continue reading
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health plan discussion paper released; consultation dates set
Input is now being sought into the development of the new National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health plan (the Plan), following the launch of a discussion paper, online submissions process and national consultation dates this week. Continue reading
Lisa Briggs announced as new CEO of NACCHO
The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation has announced the appointment of Ms Lisa Briggs as its new CEO from 17 September 2012. Continue reading
Winners of the National NAIDOC Awards
Twelve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians were honoured on 6 July 2012 at the National NAIDOC Awards Ceremony and Ball in Hobart. The awards highlight the outstanding contributions made by Indigenous Australians in their communities or chosen fields. Continue reading
The potential impact of mainstreaming government services and water on the food security of a regional Indigenous community: insights from a focus group
Willis E1, Pearce M2 and Thallon A3 (2012)
The potential impact of mainstreaming government services and water on the food security of a regional Indigenous community: insights from a focus group. Australian Indigenous HealthBulletin 12(3). Retrieved [access date] from http://healthbulletin.org.au/articles/the-potential-impact-of-mainstreaming-government-services-and-water-on-the-food-security-of-a-regional-indigenous-community-insights-from-a-focus-group/
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