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Erub (Darnley) Island is an island formed by volcanic action and situated in the eastern section of the Torres Strait, near the Great Barrier Reef and just south of the Bligh entrance.

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After more than 30 years, Ronald Jan is ‘still here’ helping residents

15 November 2024

Ronald Jan, Hostel Manager of Nindee Hostel in Adelaide, has cared for AHL’s First Nations residents for more than 30 years and counting.
Custodian Shirley Drill with the Jirraginy joo Goorrarndal

Gija creation story on display at UNESCO World Heritage site

08 November 2024

The Gija creation story called Jirraginy joo Goorrarndal is now a permanent interactive display on the UNESCO World Heritage site, Purnululu National Park in the East Kimberley.
At the Personal Acknowledgement: Stephanie Truscott, Russell Stubbs, Keith Truscott, Bruce Taloni (Government senior representative), Jesse Truscott, Jesse Jnr Truscott

Keith Truscott’s long road back ‘home’

01 November 2024

For many years, Stolen Generations survivor Keith Truscott struggled to find his identity. He found strength in his family, his work and giving back to community.
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