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CAAMA Radio Online News 08.05.2012

Posted on 08/05/2012 by nerida |

CAAMA News Team: Paul Wiles, Nerida Currey

Alcohol bans which have been in place in 19 Queensland Aboriginal communities since 2002 could be lifted with a state government review of the controversial laws already under way.

The Federal Minister for Indigenous Affairs Jenny Macklin says an intensive eight-week period of community consultation on income management will begin this week.

Last weeks memorial concert for Uncle Jimmy Little at the Sydney Opera House has
strengthened opposition against the Stronger Futures Legislation for Aboriginal
people in the Northern Territory.

A forum on Aboriginal Chronic Disease in NSW has heard significant steps are
being made in preventing and treating health conditions for the mob but there
is still a long way to go.

Sport

am 8 05.12

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Uncle Jimmy Little honoured at State Memorial Service

Posted on 04/05/2012 by nerida | Tagged aboriginal, indigenous news, Indigenous broadcasting,, indigenous, Indigenous broadcasting, indigenous news, JC Williamson Award, JImmy little, Music, State Memorial Service, Uncle Jimmy Little |

A State Memorial Service held at the Sydney Opera House yesterday, Thursday the 3rd of May, honoured the life and achievements of the late Jimmy Little.

A smoking ceremony was held outside the Opera House to honour the legendary musician…who sadly passed on April 2, aged 75.

Uncle Jimmy little made history in 1963 when his hit song Royal Telephone topped the charts…a rarity for Aboriginal artists in that era.

NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell said uncle Jimmy Little had taught and mentored Aboriginal music students in Redfern since 1985… and spoke of his not-for-profit Jimmy Little foundation which aimed to increase the life expectancy of Aboriginal people.

Mr O’Farrell announced that Mr Little had been named recipient of the 2012 JC Williamson Award…which recognises individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the Australian live entertainment and performing arts industry…and shaped its future for the better.

Mr O’Farrell said Uncle Jimmy Little was delighted when he was told earlier this year that he had won the award.

Barunga Festival announced as going ahead

Posted on 03/05/2012 by nerida | Tagged Aboriginal culture, Aboriginal events, Barunga Festival, Gerry McCarthy, indigenous, Jawoyn, Karl Hampton, Member for Stuart |

Member for Stuart, Karl Hampton, and Minister for Arts and Museums, Gerry McCarthy have announced the Barunga Festival will go ahead this year.

The Barunga Festival is the longest running Indigenous sport and cultural event…and will run from June 8-10 in Jawoyn country, 80kms south-east of Katherine.

Minister Hampton says the Territory Government has been working with stakeholders behind the scenes to ensure the festival’s success.

He says its a highlight on the event calendar for visitors and Territorians and provides a great opportunity for people to come together, share knowledge, culture and compete in a range of sporting events.

The festival now sits in its 26th year.

For more information about this year’s Barunga Festival, check out the website… http://www.barungafestival.com.au/

IMP Update…two deadly runners conquer 2012 Boston Marathon

Posted on 03/05/2012 by nerida |

Tegan Pigram from Derby WA and Jamie Wunungmurra from Yirrkala NT have overcome many hurdles to conquer the 2012 Boston Marathon…a 42.195 km course.

With a temperature of 31 degrees at the start line these two deadly athletes have made an outstanding achievement in completing the marathon…with Tegan finishing the course in 5 hours 14 minutes, and Jamie coming in at 6 hours 7 minutes.

This is an incredible example of the strength, spirit and determination…people say if you can run a marathon, you can achieve almost anything!

Tegan and Jamie will now continue to work through elements of their Certificate III in Community Recreation.

Keep an eye on the Indigenous Marathon Project website for further updates… http://themarathonproject.com.au

2012 IMP Squad Announced…

Posted on 03/05/2012 by nerida | Tagged Aboriginal athletes, IMP, Indigenous athletes, Indigenous Marathon, Indigenous Marathon Project, New York City Marathon, NYC Marathon, Rob De Castella |

Rob de Castella and the Indigenous Marathon Project team have announced the 12 men and women who have been selected to be part of the IMP 2012 New York City Marathon squad.

After a nation-wide search with more than 130 applications and a massive screening process, the 2012 squad are:

Men
Nat Heath – Newcastle, NSW
Jurgean Tabuai – Townsville, QLD
Justin Gaykamangu – Ramingining, NT
Marius Clarke – Gunbalanya, NT
Kieren De Santis – Tiwi Islands, NT
Korey Summers – Alice Springs, NT

Women
Amber Parker – Newcastle, NSW
Anna Kerindun – Arukun, QLD
Nickaela Kerindun – Arukun, QLD
Victoria Davis-Jenkins – Cairns, QLD
Emma Cameron – Darwin, NT
Grace Eather – Maningrida, NT

The athletes will meet for the first time when they come together in Canberra this month for the first training camp…the first of a number of intensive training camps which will lead them a step closer to completing the world’s most famous foot race.

Coober Pedy Photos 4

Posted on 23/04/2012 by nerida | Tagged 2012, Aborignal media, CAAMA, CAAMA Radio, Coober Pedy, OB, Opal Capital, Opal Festival, Opal fever, Outside Broadcast |

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Coober Pedy Photos 3

Posted on 23/04/2012 by nerida | Tagged 2012, Australian opals, CAAMA, CAAMA Radio, Coober Pedy, OB, Opal Capital, Opal Festival, Opal fever, Opal mining, Outside Broadcast |

Coober Pedy Opal Festival Photos 2

Posted on 23/04/2012 by nerida | Tagged Aboriginal media, CAAMA, CAAMA Radio, Coober Pedy, OB, Opal Capital, Opal Festival 2012, Opal fever, Opals Australia, Outside Broadcast |

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Coober Pedy Opal Festival Photos 1

Posted on 23/04/2012 by nerida | Tagged 2012, Australian opals, CAAMA OB, CAAMA Radio, Coober Pedy, Opal Capital, Opal Festival, Opal fever, Opal mining, Outside Broadcasts |

Founder Phillip Batty tells us the story of CAAMA’s history…

Posted on 18/04/2012 by nerida | Tagged Aboriginal media history, Aboriginal radio history, CAAMA founders, CAAMA History, CAAMA Radio, Central Australian Aboriginal Media Association, Freda Glynn, History, Indigenous Media, Indigenous radio, John Macumba, Phillip Batty |

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The Central Australian Aboriginal Media Association (CAAMA), founded by Freda Glynn, Phillip Batty and John Macumba, is the oldest Indigenous media association in the nation…and is owned and controlled by the Aboriginal people of Central Australia.

CAAMA began operations in 1980, initially offering half an hour of programming on a commercial Alice springs radio station at 10pm on Sundays. CAAMA Received a broadcasting license in 1984…becoming the first Aboriginal group to be allocated a broadcasting license…. and began operating 8KIN Fm radio in 1985.

Phillip Batty and Freda Glynn attened the Official Opening of The John Macumba Media and Training Centre, named after the late John Macumba, who c0-founded CAAMA alongside them.

Phillip spoke to Nerida Currey on the day of the opening to share the story of the history of the organisation.

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Official Opening of CAAMA’s New Facilities!!!

Posted on 18/04/2012 by nerida |

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The official opening of the John Macumba Media and Training Centre was a huge success. We thank everyone who helped us celebrate the great occasion.

The John Macumba Media & Training Centre and the CAAMA Radio Mobile Broadcast Unit

Posted on 18/04/2012 by nerida | Tagged Aboriginal media, Aboriginal radio, Alice Springs, CAAMA Facilities, CAAMA Opening, CAAMA Radio Mobile Broadcast Unit, CAAMA truck, Indigenous Media, Indigenous radio, Karl Hampton, Malarndirri McCarthy, Ted Egan, The John Macumba Media & Training Centre, The John Macumba Media and Training Centre, Warren Snowdon |

(Photo: From Left Karl Hampton, CAAMA Founders Freda Glynn and Phillip Batty, Warren Snowdon).

The opening of new training facilities at the country’s peak Aboriginal media organisation – CAAMA – will see a major development for the future delivery of skills to young Aboriginal men and women.

The Central Australian Aboriginal Media Association held the official opening of the John Macumba Media and Training Centre and the CAAMA Radio Mobile Broadcast Unit on Tuesday the 17th of April. Continue reading →