TORRES STRAIT GRANDMOTHER SINGS IN SUPPORT OF HARMONY DAY

Harmony Day is an Australian Government program that centres on the message that “Everyone belongs”, reinforcing the importance of inclusiveness to all Australians and today on #Ngaarda radio, Aunty Sarai Cedar shared a harmonious song from her island in the Torres Strait Islands.

"This song is about ..you're sailing away and leaving the island and you're going on a boat and sailing away to a faraway country.

Aunty Sarai has been living in the Pilbara for 35 years.

"This song brings tears to my eyes because even though I live in the Pilbara, I'm so far away, it brings the Torres Strait Island close. You can take this island girl away from her home but you will never take the island away from this island girl.

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I had the absolute pleasure today to officially open the Star of the Sea Elders Aged Care facility on Thursday Island 🌴

This $24.8m federally-funded project is one I am extremely proud to have delivered for the Torres Strait community 😁

Big shout out to all the people, they know who they are, who helped make this dream a reality ... thank you! ... See more

People living in Far North Queensland and travelling through Cape York can now look forward to improved mobile phone coverage thanks to the federal government’s $220 million Mobile Black Spot Program. Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch today announced Far North Queensland will receive six new sma... ... See more

Had a fantastic chat with Jenelle at Radio '4 Meriba Wakai' (4MW) - 1260am - Jenelle will catch up with our Deadly FLASH MOB program leaders Rachel and Richard over the next two weeks so stay tuned to find out what awesome activities they've got planned! My Pathway ... See more

Tapim who is of Aboriginal descent from the Kamilaroi people of Tamworth in New South Wales.

Designed and hand-carved by leading carver and award winning artist, Edwin Turner. These keys are approximately 65cm in length and 30cm wide.
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For Nurse Navigator Hylda Wapau, caring for community runs in her blood.

“I come from a lineage of nurses, traditional healers and priests, it feels almost natural to care for others,” Hylda said.

“As I'm originally from the Torres Strait region, when this position became available I had to seize this opportunity, as it was perfect timing to give back to my people.”

Hylda is part of a dedicated team who last year received national recognition with the Collaborative Team Award from CRANAplus – the peak professional body for the remote and isolated health workforce.

Our Nurse Navigator team works across multiple specialties in close partnership to ensure patients receive the appropriate and timely care needed.

“My role involves facilitating the journey of patients with complex healthcare needs. We assist patients to navigate the complex healthcare system, from the doctor as the main provider, from community in the primary health care setting, through the hospital, and back home again,” she said.

“What’s satisfying for me is when a patient’s journey is seamless and they have a positive experience in the health system. Also, when someone starts to make small changes such as making healthy choices for their whole family and changes their whole lifestyle.

“Passion and determination are what keeps me going and it landed me in a trusted profession.

“I wanted to help make a difference by focusing initially up the river before things get worse and gets washed downstream. Early intervention is better than late intervention but overall, prevention is better than cure.”

Hylda’s top tips:

• Until there's a clear career pathway, create your own
• Align yourself with a good mentor
• Plan your scholarship application in advance
• Enrol with TAFE or at a university that will support your learning needs
• Align yourself with good family support
• Reward yourself as you work towards your goal
• Stay focused.
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We’re sharing stories of inspiring women in our workforce throughout Queensland Women’s Week from 2 to 10 March, which includes International Women’s Day today!

The theme for Queensland Women’s Week 2019 is 'Invest in women. Invest in the future’ and recognises that improving women’s and girls’ financial literacy and capability improves their economic security, which has benefits for our entire community.

For more information about Queensland Women’s Week 2019 visit www.qld.gov.au/womensweek ... See more

The Torres Strait Regional Authority is calling for applications from Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal organisations or individuals for grant funding for a range of initiatives. Learn more - http://bit.ly/2Um2CJG ... See more

Come and support the Torres Strait Outriggers! Trivia, raffles, American Style BBQ and much more!

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Men's Health Matters !

Like your dinghy have you had a CHECK lately?

For all local men on St. Paul's & Kubin.

Come on down and use our local and free health care services.

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