Jabalbina Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation

25/06/2026

WE’RE HIRING – Youth Mentors (Cairns Based)

Jabalbina is looking for passionate people to join our team as Youth Mentors in the Staying On Track (SOT) program.

✅ Multiple positions available
📍 Cairns-based roles
⏰ Fixed-term contract – start ASAP
💼 SCHADS Award Level 3.1

This is a rewarding opportunity to walk alongside young people transitioning from detention back into community, helping them build strong, positive futures.

About the Role

As a Youth Mentor, you will:
• Support young people both in detention and as they return home
• Build strong, trusting relationships through regular mentoring
• Help develop and deliver Structured Rehabilitation Plans
• Conduct in-home visits and support families
• Work closely with Youth Justice, Child Safety, and community services
• Connect young people to education, housing, health, cultural programs, and positive activities
• Encourage life skills, confidence, and strong cultural identity

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking people who:
✔ Have experience working with Indigenous youth and communities
✔ Have a strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures
✔ Are committed, flexible, and passionate about making a difference
✔ Hold:
• Driver’s Licence
• Blue Card
• Senior First Aid & CPR

Why Join Jabalbina?

You’ll be part of a supportive team delivering culturally informed programs that create real change in young people’s lives. This role is all about strengthening connection, building resilience, and supporting positive pathways forward.

👉 Apply here: https://apply.recruitwizard.app/U4IRgi7azmH?showdetails=true
📧 [email protected]
📞 0408 346 761

23/06/2026

Good News Story 🤩

Skilling Queenslanders for Work Trainees Tyreice Sands and Jamaal Cannon both attended the Indigenous Licensing program in Mossman Gorge today, with the support of Youth Mentors Carmen Cobb and Kalyah Ryan

✅Tyreice has successfully gained his provisional license
✅Jamaal received his Learners permit

As part of the Skilling Queenslanders for Work Traineeship, participants are supported with essential training and or credentials that add to future career aspirations they may have ✨

Super proud of you both & Safe driving fellas! 👏👏👏

This training is proudly funded by the Queensland Government through its Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative.

17/06/2026

29/05/2026

🌿 WE’RE HIRING: Ranger In Charge (Eastern Kuku Yalanji National Parks) 🌿
Jabalbina Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation is seeking an experienced and passionate Ranger In Charge to lead the Eastern Kuku Yalanji National Parks Ranger team based in Diwan.
This is a key leadership role where you will:
✅ Lead and support a high-performing ranger team
✅ Work closely with QPWS to deliver park management outcomes
✅ Engage with community and Elders to ensure cultural priorities are respected
✅ Oversee land, sea and cultural resource management, including fire, pest control and conservation
If you have strong leadership experience, a passion for Country, and want to make a meaningful impact in Indigenous land management—this could be the role for you.
📅 Applications close: Friday, 12 June 2026
👉 Apply here:
https://apply.recruitwizard.app/SwgQc6BsCRe?showdetails=true
📧 For enquiries: [email protected]

27/05/2026

📣 EKY Authorisation Meeting – New Date (Wujal Wujal)
Please note the Eastern Kuku Yalanji (EKY) Authorisation Meeting has been rescheduled.

🗓 Thursday, 11 June 2026
📍 Wujal Wujal Community Hall
⏰ Registration: 8:30am – 9:30am
⏰ Meeting: 9:30am – 3:30pm

This meeting is important for Eastern Kuku Yalanji people to come together and make decisions about a proposed native title agreement and next steps for determination.

👉 All members of the Eastern Kuku Yalanji Native Title Group are encouraged to attend.

For more information, travel assistance, or to confirm attendance, please contact Cape York Land Council (CYLC).

25/05/2026

Notice: EKY Meeting Postponed – Wujal Wujal

Due to sorry business, the Eastern Kuku Yalanji Authorisation Meeting scheduled for Thursday 28 May in Wujal Wujal has been postponed until further notice.

Our thoughts are with the family and community during this difficult time.

A new date will be shared once confirmed.

Please keep an eye on our page for updates.

19/05/2026

🕊️ Sorry Business Notice 🕊️

We're sending our deepest condolences to the Bowen family and we hold the family in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.

Please keep the Bowen family in your hearts and support them while they go through Sorry Business 🤍

15/05/2026

As a way of getting to know the Jabalbina staff who endeavour to take care of Bama & Bubu we will be shining light on our very special and dedicated staff members.

Introducing Shanarah!

Yalada!

08/05/2026

NOTICE OF AUTHORISATION MEETING FOR A NATIVE TITLE DETERMINATION AGREEMENT EASTERN KUKU YALANJI NATIVE TITLE GROUP Cape York United # 1 Native Title Claim (QUD673/2014)

Date: Thursday, 28 May 2026
Time: 9:30am- 3:30pm (Registration from 9am)
Venue: Wujal Wujal Community Hall, Wujal Wujal Qld