Mindaribba Local Aboriginal Land Council

04/09/2026

💛 JARJUM CREW IS ON MONDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER IN CESSNOCK! 🖤❤️

We’re excited to bring Jarjum Crew to the Cessnock community! A fun and welcoming playgroup for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander jarjums aged 0–5 and their parents, carers and guardians.

🎨 Arts & crafts
🧸 Play & early learning
☕ Morning tea & a yarn
🤝 Connect with families & community
🌿 Staff from Mindaribba LALC, Mindaribba Preschool and Bungree Aboriginal Association will be onsite to support families and create a welcoming space for everyone.

📍 Cessnock Youth Centre CYCOS
49D Aberdare Rd, Aberdare NSW 2325

⏰ Monday 7th September | 10:30am–12pm
Come along, have a play, meet other families and connect with community! 💛

📞 For more information: 02 4015 7000

02/09/2026

OZ Harvest will be available from 2pm today.

02/09/2026

What helps you feel welcome, safe and connected in your community?

We want to hear from people across the Maitland and Cessnock LGA's, from different backgrounds, cultures, faiths and life experiences.

We’re asking our community to share their experiences and ideas about belonging, inclusion, cultural understanding and community connection. Your feedback will help us understand what brings people together, what barriers people experience, and what kinds of activities and opportunities our community would like to see in the future.

Have your say and help shape what comes next.

📲 Scan the QR code and complete the community survey today.
🤝 Stronger together. A Safe Place for Everyone.

02/09/2026

💛 JARJUM CREW IS ON MONDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER IN CESSNOCK! 🖤❤️

We’re excited to bring Jarjum Crew to the Cessnock community! A fun and welcoming playgroup for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander jarjums aged 0–5 and their parents, carers and guardians.

🎨 Arts & crafts
🧸 Play & early learning
☕ Morning tea & a yarn
🤝 Connect with families & community

🌿 Staff from Mindaribba LALC, Mindaribba Preschool and Bungree Aboriginal Association will be onsite to support families and create a welcoming space for everyone.

📍 Cessnock Youth Centre CYCOS
49D Aberdare Rd, Aberdare NSW 2325

⏰ Monday 7th September | 10:30am–12pm

Come along, have a play, meet other families and connect with community! 💛

📞 For more information: 02 4015 7000

31/08/2026

REMINDER!!
AGM Tonight at Mindaribba for ALL LALC Members!

Attention all Mindaribba LALC Members!

We have an upcoming AGM to be held at Mindaribba

Date: Monday, 31 August 2026
Time: 6pm
Place: Mindaribba LALC, 1A Chelmsford Dr, Metford

Agenda:
1. Apologies
2. Previous Minutes
3. Receipt the 2025/2026 Annual Report
4. Receipt the 2025/2026 Audited Financial Statement & Audit Management Letter
5. The conduct of any other business placed on the agenda before the commencement of the meeting.

All inquiries regarding this meeting should be directed to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Mindaribba LALC during business hours on 02 4015 7000 or email [email protected]

30/08/2026

🌿 Jarjum Crew is on this morning, Monday 31st August! 🌿

Join us and your jarjums for a fun morning of stories, play, creativity and connection.

🌳 This week's theme is Home Among the Gum Trees, with arts and crafts, sensory play and hands-on learning inspired by the story.

✨ Our Occupational Therapist and Early Childhood Educator will be on site to support your little ones.

🕙 Monday, 31st August | 10:00am – 11:30am

📍 1A Chelmsford Drive, Metford

Parents, carers and guardians are all welcome. We'd love to see you and your jarjums there! 💚

26/08/2026

Banggi Garaala – Flying High!

Ever wanted to get your drone licence while connecting culture and Country?

TAFE NSW is delivering the AVI30419 Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) at Kurri Kurri Campus – known as 'Banggi Garaala' (flying high in Gumbaynggirr Language).

Learn how to harness drone tech for land management, mapping, monitoring cultural sites, protecting environmental heritage, and exploring cultural practices in art and community.

This 9-week blended course provides:
CASA Remote Pilot Licence (RePL)
Nationally Recognised Certificate III qualification
Practical experience on Country
Skills in flight planning, navigation, legislation, airspace, meteorology, aerial mapping & more

Details:
Location: Kurri Kurri Campus
Starts: 12 October 2026
When: Mondays & Tuesdays, 9:00am - 3:30pm
Duration: 9 Weeks

Is this for you?
This program is for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people (who identify and are accepted by community), living or working in NSW, 17+ who have completed Year 10 and left school.

You’ll need 100 points of ID to create an Aviation Reference Number (ARN) and be committed to attending all training and practical sessions.

Interested?
Express your interest here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/1qc02P1V3a
Or scan the QR code on the flyer.

For more info contact our Aboriginal Education & Engagement Coordinators:
Lisa Morris – 0475 952 138 | [email protected] (Mon, Tues)
Deb Hescott – 0429 983 884 | [email protected] (Wed, Thur, Fri)

Aviation Education Support Officer:
Ynca Crouch – 02 7920 8404 | [email protected]

Take your skills to the skies! Places will be limited.

26/08/2026

INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN CONSERVATION & ECOSYSTEM MANAGEMENT?

TAFE NSW Kurri Kurri is offering an Introduction to Conservation and Ecosystem Management course for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members aged 17+ who have completed Year 10 and have signed out of school.

This is a great opportunity to explore a career in the conservation and ecosystem management industry while gaining practical, hands-on experience.

The course will cover:
Bushland management
Controlling invasive weeds
Identifying weeds from native species
Plant bush regeneration
Safe work practices
Engaging, practical activities and learning on Country

Location: TAFE NSW Kurri Kurri
Starts: Thursday 15 October
Time: 9:30am – 3:00pm
Duration: 8 weeks – every Thursday

Interested in getting involved? Register your interest using the link or QR code on the flyer.

For more information, contact:
Lisa Morris – [email protected] 0475 952 138

Debra Hescostt – [email protected] 0429 983 884

A great opportunity to build skills, connect with Country and explore a pathway into conservation and land management.

26/08/2026

INTERESTED IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION & CARE?

TAFE NSW is offering Introduction to Early Childhood Education and Care at TAFE NSW Kurri Kurri.

This course is a great opportunity to learn more about working in Early Childhood Education and Care, including the important role Aboriginal educators play in supporting children’s learning, development and connection to culture.

Course: CSO1111-V02 – Introduction to Early Childhood Education and Care
Location: TAFE NSW Kurri Kurri
Starts: Monday 19 October 2026
Time: 9:30am – 3:00pm
Duration: 6 weeks – every Monday

Who can attend?
This course is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 17 years and over who have completed Year 10 and have signed out of school.

Want to find out more?
Come along to one of the upcoming information sessions:

24 August 2026 – 10:00am – Kurri Kurri, Q1.01
16 September 2026 – 10:00am – Kurri Kurri, Q1.01
13 October 2026 – 10:00am – Kurri Kurri, Q1.01

TAFE NSW Aboriginal Programs: 131 601

Lisa Morris: [email protected] – 0475 952 138
Debra Hescott: [email protected] – 0429 983 884

Scan the QR code on the flyer to register your attendance at an information session.

26/08/2026

Just a quick reminder! There will be no OzHarvest available today, it will return next Wednesday, 2 September.