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👶🏽🤍 Welcoming Our Jarjums to Community 🤍👶🏽Over the past two days, families, community members and service providers came...
18/06/2026

👶🏽🤍 Welcoming Our Jarjums to Community 🤍👶🏽

Over the past two days, families, community members and service providers came together in Dalby and Chinchilla to celebrate our little ones at the Welcome Baby to Community ceremonies, delivered in partnership with Goondir Health Services.

The day began with an introduction from Natalie Hobbs (Darling Downs Health) and Linda Lee (Goondir Health Services), followed by a heartfelt Welcome to Country from local Traditional Owners. Families were then blessed with song and a Smoking Ceremony led by David McCarthy Jnr, creating a meaningful and culturally rich start to the celebrations.

These special events provided families with the opportunity to register their babies' births, while each bub received a Welcome Baby to Community certificate and a bundle of goodies to mark the occasion.

Most importantly, the ceremonies celebrated culture, connection, family and community—welcoming our newest generation with love and support as they begin their journey.

A big thank you to everyone who attended and helped make these events so special. We look forward to continuing to support our families and celebrating our deadly Jarjums. 💙✨

🌟 We’re hiring – Make your next move count! 🌟Why settle for the ordinary when you could build something extraordinary? J...
18/06/2026

🌟 We’re hiring – Make your next move count! 🌟

Why settle for the ordinary when you could build something extraordinary? Join a team that’s all about purpose, progress, and positive change. We’ve got exciting roles waiting for sharp minds and passionate hearts ready to make a positive impact in their community.

▪️Assistant Coordinator Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander - Aged Care, Toowoomba - https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-DD2606681062

💙 Meet Gavin, our dedicated Advanced Health Worker with the Social and Emotional Wellbeing Team based at Toowoomba Base ...
17/06/2026

💙 Meet Gavin, our dedicated Advanced Health Worker with the Social and Emotional Wellbeing Team based at Toowoomba Base Hospital. 💙

Gavin is a proud Bidjara man, born in Dalby and raised in Toowoomba. He is passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on their social and emotional wellbeing journey and helping create safe spaces where community feel heard, respected and supported.

Outside of work, Gavin is a familiar face in the local sporting community. He is also a keen darts enthusiast who enjoys spending time with mates and community.

Gavin says, “I encourage our mob to reach out, to feel safe in asking for support, and to know that you will be treated with respect, understanding, and dignity. You are not alone on your journey. Together, we can work toward stronger social and emotional wellbeing for our people, our families, and our future generations.”

Through his work, Gavin is committed to walking alongside community, strengthening connections and supporting positive wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and families.

Thank you, Gavin, for the care, encouragement and support you provide to community every day. 🤍

🪪✨ Need ID? We’ve Got You Covered! ✨🪪Having the right identification can open doors to employment, healthcare, education...
17/06/2026

🪪✨ Need ID? We’ve Got You Covered! ✨🪪

Having the right identification can open doors to employment, healthcare, education, housing and essential government services—but we know navigating the process can sometimes be confusing.

That’s why the ID Connect team is coming to community to help mob get connected and access the documents they need.

Our friendly team can provide support with:
✅ Birth Certificates
✅ Learner Driver Licences
✅ 18+ Photo Identification Cards
✅ Tax File Numbers
✅ Centrelink and Medicare information
✅ Working with Children Checks
✅ Electoral Roll assistance
✅ And more

📍 Chinchilla Cultural Centre
📅 Tuesday 23 June
⏰ 9am – 2pm

📍 Oakey Cultural Centre
📅 Thursday 25 June
⏰ 9am – 2pm

Come along for a yarn, ask questions and get support in a welcoming environment. Whether you're applying for ID for the first time or need help updating your details, we're here to help.

🤝 Everyone is welcome.

We recently joined Wulli Wulli artist Arabella Walker to view the first mock-up of her artwork for the New Toowoomba Hos...
16/06/2026

We recently joined Wulli Wulli artist Arabella Walker to view the first mock-up of her artwork for the New Toowoomba Hospital 🌿🏥

This large-scale facade piece is inspired by the native plants and landscapes of the Darling Downs and offers a glimpse into how art will be thoughtfully incorporated into the building to enrich the experience for patients, staff, and visitors.

Following a competitive procurement process, Arabella was chosen for her strong emerging practice and her concept, Healing with Country, which reflects the landscapes, culture and stories of the Darling Downs.

Seeing the design in physical form for the first time was a special moment, both for Arabella and the project team. We can’t wait to see the full artwork come to life!

15/06/2026

🚑💻 Need urgent medical care but it's not an emergency?

Queensland's Virtual Emergency Care Service (VECS) connects you with emergency nurses and doctors by phone or video call from the comfort of your home.

✅ Free to use
✅ Available 7 days a week
✅ No Medicare card required
✅ Available anywhere in Queensland

A great option for mob living in rural and remote communities, helping you access timely care without the need to travel.

⚠️ For life-threatening emergencies, always call Triple Zero (000) or attend your nearest Emergency Department.

Learn more: https://loom.ly/5vT4ZaY

12/06/2026

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🖤💛❤️ Keep Mob Safe – Check Your Diphtheria Protection ❤️💛🖤Our brothers and sisters in the Northern Territory are current...
10/06/2026

🖤💛❤️ Keep Mob Safe – Check Your Diphtheria Protection ❤️💛🖤

Our brothers and sisters in the Northern Territory are currently dealing with a diphtheria outbreak, so now is a good time to make sure you and your family are protected.

Diphtheria can cause skin infections and sore throats and spreads through coughing, sneezing and close contact. In some cases, the bacteria can produce a dangerous toxin that can lead to serious illness.

The good news is that diphtheria vaccination is FREE for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Queensland aged 20 years and over if you need:
✔️ A full course of 3 doses
✔️ A booster dose if your last vaccination was more than 10 years ago
✔️ A booster dose if your last vaccination was more than 5 years ago and you're travelling to a high-risk area

If you have a skin sore or sore throat, don't wait — see your doctor or health clinic.

📍 Have a yarn with your local health service and check whether your vaccinations are up to date.

Looking after ourselves helps protect our children, Elders, families and communities.

💉Cherbourg Tackle Flu Clinics 2026 Hey mob, flu season is here, and protecting yourself helps protect your family, Elder...
05/06/2026

💉Cherbourg Tackle Flu Clinics 2026

Hey mob, flu season is here, and protecting yourself helps protect your family, Elders and community too.

Come along to the Cherbourg Tackle Flu Clinics and get your free flu vaccination.

📍 Cherbourg Community Health Building

📅 Monday 8 June 2026
⏰ 9am – 4pm

OR

📅 Monday 15 June 2026
⏰ 9am – 4pm

✔️ Free flu vaccinations
✔️ Help protect yourself from serious illness
✔️ Keep your family and community strong this winter

Don't forget to bring your Medicare card.

Let's tackle flu together and keep our mob healthy, strong and deadly this winter. ❄️💙

🤍 Healing Through Connection, Culture and Community 🤍Join Darling Downs Health for the inaugural Cherbourg Cultural Heal...
03/06/2026

🤍 Healing Through Connection, Culture and Community 🤍

Join Darling Downs Health for the inaugural Cherbourg Cultural Healing Day — a safe and supportive space for mob to come together through healing, connection and culture.

The day will include:
✨ Smoking Ceremony lead by Elders with prayers and blessings from the AIM Church.
✨ Yarning circles
✨ Healing spaces
✨ Activities for community
✨ Opportunities to connect with support services
✨ Spaces for reflection, culture and togetherness

📍 Cherbourg Sports Complex, Corner Fisher and Collins Road, Cherbourg
📅 Wednesday 10 June 2026
⏰ 10am – 3pm

All welcome. 💜

For more information:
📞 Christine Stewart – (07) 4169 8900
📧 [email protected]

📞 Sueanne Gola – 0447 931 904
📧 [email protected]

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