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Now more than ever, we need to tackle the unfinished business of reconciliation. We know that the 6.2 million Australians who voted YES are committed to better outcomes for First Nations people and are with us.
Reconciliation supporters must stand up to defend and uphold the rights of First Nations peoples. To call out racism wherever we encounter it, and to actively reinforce the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across this continent.
Now more than ever, the work continues. In treaty-making, truth-telling, understanding our history, education, and tackling racism. We need connection. We need respect. We need action. And we need change. Now more than ever, we need Reconciliation Australia.
Thanks to Murchison River Swags for donating the all-Australian-made King Brown swag!
Excited to be working with Kaunitz Yeung Architecture on a story about the beautiful Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service building in Nyiyarparli / Martu Country - Newman, Western Australia
WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers are warned that the following program contains images and voices of deceased persons.
Truth-telling is a vital part of Australia's journey to reconciliation. Aunty Jos knew a thing or two about our history. She was one of the fiercest people I've ever met, a historian and storyteller, and she was prickly as hell. But that's why I loved her. Under those prickles was a soft and wise heart yearning to be heard. Making this story with Jos began a long friendship and initiated a journey into our true history and the brutal reality of the colonial project. We need to hear more stories like this. Aunty Jos gave her full consent for her story to be seen after she died. It has appeared at the Melbourne Film Festival and other festivals and was co-produced with her daughter, Pearl Eatts. Full doco here https://bushtv.com.au/portfolio/kirrendirri-lost-and-alone/
#truthtelling #australianhistory
My journey into the world of carbon farming through the creation of this unique short film was a truly enlightening experience. It allowed me to delve into the fascinating world of carbon farming and highlight First Nations peoples' invaluable ancient fire knowledge. This film is a testament to the traditional knowledge and practices passed down for thousands of generations, enriching landscapes and paving the way for sustainable land management and protecting world-class biodiversity.
Since European settlement, suppression of traditional burning has meant much of the north has reverted to frequent, high-intensity wildfires. Left unmanaged, these high-intensity fires present risks to people, increase greenhouse gas emissions, and impact biodiversity and the environment.
Fortunately, effective fire management, based on traditional knowledge and burning practices, has been reintroduced across much of the north. This has led to a significant reduction in risks and provided strong positive outcomes. The frequency and intensity of hot, late dry season wildfires are reduced by building on thousands of years of traditional Indigenous fire management, controlled burns in the cooler, and the early dry season. This approach supports people through jobs and income and benefits the country and biodiversity through effective land management. Most importantly, mitigating climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions is crucial.
The Australian Government’s Emissions Reduction Fund has been critical in recognising and valuing savanna fire management. The Fund provides economic incentives for activities that reduce emissions, commonly called ‘carbon farming’ projects. The Fund issues Australian carbon credit units (ACCUs) for each tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent reduced (CO2-e). These credits are then sold to the Government and others looking to offset emissions, which provides a source of income for carbon farming projects. Coverage of savanna fire management in t
Happy International Women's Day! For 20 years, I've worked with many incredible senior First Nations women in Australia. Many stand out, but one truly shines - Priscilla Major from Kowanyama.
Priscilla, a beacon of strength and a proud Kokoberra woman, has left an indelible mark on me, her community and beyond. Her unwavering commitment to preserving her culture, language, and traditions is awe-inspiring. Through her captivating storytelling and profound teachings, she has played a pivotal role in language retention and the transmission of wisdom to the next generation.
On this extraordinary day, we raise our voices honouring all women, especially women like Priscilla Major, who embody strength, grace, and resilience. Your contributions are priceless, moulding communities and sparking positive change. I am deeply grateful for your guiding light and wisdom and look forward to many more years of working with you on country. Tom
#firstnationswomen # International Women's Day #celebration #Priscilla #inspirationalwomen #culture #Kowanyama Projecta #languages #aboriginalculture #Kowanyama Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council
Camping on Country
Last year we successfully completed our award-winning Camping on Country men's health pilot project, thanks to Ken Wyatt, Nick Way, and Ernie Dingo. Now we're busy building a sustainable NFP social enterprise with corporate partnerships to grow our impact.
Lomas Amini and our camp staff, Law bosses, Jungai, traditional owners, attendees, and volunteers were instrumental in the success of our Camping on Country program. We're grateful for their support and excited to continue our journey of growing our impact with them through special corporate partnerships.
“Our Camping on Country program is an example of how us men are the right people to close the gap on Aboriginal men’s health. When we come together on country, practice our culture and empower each other, we improve our social and emotional health and our physical and spiritual health. When we are strong our families are strong. When our family is strong our communities are strong.” Ernie Dingo Ambassador
www.campingoncountry.com.au
#OurHealthIsOurWealth #campingoncountry #SEWB #SEWB #TacklingIndigenousSmoking #AboriginalMensHealth #justicereinvestment #remotehealing #OurHealthOurWay #MensHealth
Wadeye mens camp
Very much looking forward to #campingoncountry this year. Wadeye we’re coming for you! So many memories. So much seafood! So healing to be spending time on country with men yarning, making artifacts, hunting, fishing, sharing from the heart, cooking together, being together by the fire that never goes out. #menshealth #closethegap #remotehealing #justicereinvestment #sewb #aboriginalmenshealth #ourhealthourway #tacklingindigenoussmoking #
Hope you're all finding lots of happiness and joy in the small moments every day. Tom
Hey BushTV crew, I need your support! I’m calling time-out on alcohol this February to challenge myself and to support disadvantaged young people in Australia. It’s the perfect excuse to kick-start the year with a little good health and a lot of good will. Let’s do this! You can donate below. We need to get to $500 by the end of Feb.
https://febfast.org.au//tom-hearn
So good to be back doing what I love! You know what to do! Let's go Australia! Tom
BushTV 20 years old today thanks so much everyone and see you in the new year! Tom
Merry Christmas and happy holidays everyone. Can you believe on this very day 20 years ago it all began! Thanks for all your support and see in the new year for an exciting array of new projects and opportunities! Tom
BushTV Corporate Video
BUSHTV CORPORATE VIDEO PRODUCTION
Did you know we produce award-winning corporate videos for NFP Orgs in the bush and regional Australia? Here's one we made for our friends at the Department of Environment.
We only have two production spots left until the end of the year. We are also doing a third one for free. This free one goes to the 'remotest' client enquiry we get. Why? Cos I love dirt roads! Reach out to me on the website bushtv.com.au Cheers crew! Tom
Savanna Fire Management
Does your Organisation need a new corporate video or a good news video story or maybe some awesome social media content? We have 4 production spots left this year, so wherever you are in Australia (no matter how remote), reach out!
Our standards are high; however, our prices are very reasonable because we understand most Orgs are doing life-changing work in the not-for-profit sector. Let us help share the story of your extraordinary Organisation. Here's a video I produced for the Department of Environment. You can contact me and view more of our work at https://bushtv.com.au/our-portfolio/ Cheers, Tom
Swimming the River on Horseback
Swimming the River on Horseback
Congratulations to the incredible youth and staff at the Wunan Foundation for successfully securing funding from the National Indigenous Australians Agency and the Minderoo Foundation - Generation One for their transformative 'Swimming the River on Horseback' program.
The program is a true inspiration, drawing on Ian Trusts powerful metaphor of the ‘River’ journey many Aboriginal people in the East Kimberley must undertake to achieve self-reliance. The Wunan Foundation looks forward to welcoming Steve Burke from Horsepower Training back to Kununurra mid-May.
The program focuses on working with young people to build their stockmanship and work readiness skills to enter the pastoral industry through working with cattle and horses. The program also develops resilience and leadership skills. The young people will enjoy a camp out and real-life work experience on a local, Indigenous owned cattle station thanks to Harry Curtin and the team at Doon Doon and Glen Hill stations.
Wunan’s CEO Prue Jenkins said the program is also a poignant reminder of the vital role that First Nations Australians have played in building the cattle industry in Australia, trading their knowledge and skills for little or no wage. The 'Swimming the River on Horseback' program reflects this forgotten legacy, empowering East Kimberley youth to build positive relationships and develop the skills needed to succeed in life.
Jenkins said it’s important to acknowledge the key stakeholders such as the Kununurra Police who play a pivotal role in engaging and transporting the youth to the program. The Aboriginal stockman from Doon Doon who played a key role as mentors and role models; Steele Curtin, Houston Purdie and Kevin Malay. Also the Miriuwung and Gajerrong ‘Target 120 team’ and the Elders who welcomed everyone to the program and shared their knowledge. Without the traditional owners and elders this program would not be the success it is. There i
Smile! Glad to get my booster and I want to say a big thanks to @teamkenwyatt and the NIAA team and all the Clinic mob for supporting Phase 1 of #vaxtheoutback we will be back up Pilbara way soon if we find a sponsor but I need a rest thanks countrymen for hosting me and my team and rolling up your sleeve and getting the jab! We did good! And thanks to @ngaarda_media and @lifeatriotinto #covid_19 @wadepthealth @wa_centreruralhealth
Countrymen it’s so good to see the whole family supporting each other to all get vaccinated. Our delayed WA border opening gives us just enough time to get double vaccinated family let’s protect ourselves and our family and also take the strain off our hospitals and clinics. Countrymen You are far less likely to end up in hospital or very sick if you’re fully vaccinated! Ernie #vaxtheoutback #geraldtonwa #dontbefrightened #rollupyoursleeve #booster #covid_19 @department_of_health @wadepthealth
