The Indigenous origins of a Melbourne suburb name and drawings of much love pets have been captured as part of a special fundraising project to mark Indigenous Literacy Day.
Spreading the joy of reading in Indigenous communities
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Financial “Yoda” retires after 40 year career
When Gold Coast man Russell Lenehan chose to spend his gap year working as a public servant, little did he know it would lead to a career spanning five decades – and the title of financial Yoda from his colleagues!
Dubbo Indigenous Service Officer wins national NAIDOC week award
Dubbo Indigenous Service Officer Dawn Towney has won a national NAIDOC Week award for her commitment and support for local Indigenous communities.
Everywhere man: more than a decade on the road giving a hand-up to rural Aussies
When Australians are struggling, Andrew Gregory hits the road. As part of the Mobile Servicing Team, he’s visited around 700 towns and travelled thousands of kilometres in purpose built trucks to deliver desperately needed support around the country.
From cheques to high tech
When Tanya Lindsey started work on the front counter at the Department of Social Security in Karratha, Western Australia in 1993, many people were receiving their payments by cheque.