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Over the past couple of months, First
Nations Media Australia has farewelled some staff members and welcomed some new faces on board.
In March, First Nations Media Australia said goodbye two of our longest serving staff members, Chief Operations Officer Jennifer Nixon and Membership & Executive Assistant Support Stephanie Stone. Jenni was with First Nations Media Australia for eight years, from when the peak body was known as the Indigenous Remote Communications Association, IRCA, and Steph worked for IRCA and FNMA over the past seven years.
In April, Steve Hodder, FNMA’s Archiving & Digitisation Coordinator, left FNMA to become a Television News Producer at ICTV, and Communications Officer David Liddle, took up a position as News Editor at CAAMA Radio. Also, in May, FNMA’s Archiving &
Digitisation Coordinator, Penny Watson, FNMA’s News Initiative’s Regional Editorial Coordinator, Kirstyn Lindsay and Regional
Editor, Rachael Hocking also left FNMA to pursue other opportunities.
FNMA thanks these staff members for their contributions and wishes them all the best in their next ventures.
We are pleased to announce that Mikayla Friday-Shaw has been promoted to Membership & Executive Assistant Support, Steve Tranter to the position of FNMA’s Archiving & Digitisation Coordinator. We also extend a very warm welcome to Lyall Ware-Campbell, who recently started as indigiMOB Project Officer, and Dr Robin Gregory, who began working as part-time Research Policy Officer in March. Reece Lamshed, who will be joining back on the News Sharing Initiative Project and Liam Kenna, as FNMA's new Principal Project Officer in late May.
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FNMA Preparing to move into New Office in Alice Springs!
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| FNMA is excited to announce, that our staff has almost finished moving into the new FNMA Office in Alice Springs NT, a process that has been in train for 2–3 years. FNMA would like to commend the internal staff, who have worked hard over the last couple of weeks, to move everything from the 2/70 Elder St building into the new office on Todd Mall. We hope to have more information about the Office Opening soon, so keep an eye out on FNMA Comms. If you're ever in Alice Springs, please make sure to drop by the new office and to say hello to the friendly staff at FNMA.
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The FNMA Policy Team has made the following submissions to government and community sector reviews and inquiries over
March/April:
On 14 April 2023, FNMA CEO Shane Hearn and SPO Eleanor Hogan appeared before the Senate Environment and Communications References Committee to discuss FMNA’s submission to the inquiry into Revive: Australia’s National Cultural Policy. Read More.
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FNMA RESPONSE TO BUDGET 2023
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First Nations Media Australia CEO Professor Shane Hearn welcomed the Albanese government’s commitment in last night’s Budget to provide additional funding in 2023–24 to support broadcasting services in remote and First Nations communities. Read More.
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NIAA has consulted with FNMA since the beginning of the year about a prospective role for FNMA’s
membership in providing civics education on the Referendum Process for the First Nations Voice to Parliament. The project will provide factual information to First Nations communities, and by extension the broader public, about the Voice (both the ‘yes’ and the ‘no’ case), the referendum process, and the Australian Constitution. The activity seeks to maximise inclusion of First Nations Media Australia membership, other broadcasters and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander audiences in Voice Referendum information provision.
Moving forward, FNMA is pleased to report that we have made significant progress in our campaign efforts. Specifically, we have identified First Nation talent for the 'voice overs', and our team has drafted the necessary scripts for the project. We are currently awaiting approval from the department, and we expect to receive it soon.
As part of the project, we would like to provide you with the option to use the developed assets or to use the drafted script to do your own voice over, either with your own local talent or in your local languages. This will help to ensure that the project is representative of the diversity and richness of our communities.
It’s important to get the facts straight before you vote. FNMA has produced a media package for First Nations media orgs to use to promote awareness about the facts about the Voice to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The packages will be available soon and include:
- Radio spots for broadcast.
- Scripts you can produce with local talent and in local languages.
- Fact sheets on the Voice.
FNMOs can send an EOI to apply for a package to participate in this project. Funds are available for participating orgs.
The Information Booklet can be found here or you can view the Resources Referendum on an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice here.
Deadline for Expressions of Interest is Wednesday 31 May 2023.
Social media tiles and more content will be available soon!To participate in the project or for more information, please contact Membership & Executive Assistant Mikayla Shaw.
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Commissioner Dale Aguis, Vida Sumner and Uncle Eddie Peters
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Dr Jackie Huggins AM Australian Progress opening plenary Common Threads Summit.
Jillian Mundy at the Raukawa marae.
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News Sharing Initiative: Common Threads Summit
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Training Coordinator Kirstyn Lindsay attended the Common Threads Summit in Meanjin (Brisbane) in late March.
We were welcomed to Yuggera and Turrbul country by Aunty Deb Sandy and her
family who shared beautiful the cultural history of the traditional landscape of the region.
The summit was hosted by GetUp and Australian Progress and was developed to build on the strength of First Nations-led campaigns and movements for justice and self-determination. This was a valuable opportunity to reconnect with campaigners and community organisers and gain inspiration to elevate the program training in the direction the nationwide movement and sector is heading towards. Read More.
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| Dennis Charles teaching Jamie Nelson how to catalogue at PAW Media, Yuendumu, NT, 4th April 2023. Photo: Ben Pridmore © FNMA 2023
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| This month there have been some staffing changes in the Archiving Project. Dennis Charles has been promoted and will replace Steve Hodder, who has taken up a position at ICTV in the news team. Steven Tranter will be moving across from InDigiMob to replace Penny Watson as Archiving Team Manager. Penny is taking up a position with AIATSIS in Collections and will continue to work with the archiving team but in a different capacity. The team
is looking forward to the move into the new building but in the meantime Steve Tranter and Dennis Charles are focussed on digitising existing collections and repairing unplayable tapes.
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The inDigiMOB team has been busy finishing up our Online Safety project (a partnership between FNMA and eSafety Commissioner). The team have one more visit to South Hedland organisations early next month.
Issues that have been common to the communities engaged have been:
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- Cyber bullying
- Dealing with strangers online
- Fake profiles
- Image-based abuse
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- Keeping personal info secure
- Online gaming
- Posting content online
- Romance and other scams
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The team now has a good toolbox of resources and supports to help regional and remote organisations and participants navigate these issues.
inDigiMOB has also had some change in staff. Chantal has sadly (for us) moved on to pursue her own personal business. However, we have had Lyall Ware-Campbell join the team! Lyall is a Gugada, Wirangu, Narunga bloke from Ceduna, SA. He has media and training delivery experience and is looking forward to working with FNMA as part of the inDigiMOB team. |
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indigiTUBE Free Youth Concert!
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On Saturday 1st April indigiTUBE Live Streamed a Free Youth Concert from Yipirinya School in Alice Springs. Working in partnership with the events team at the Alice Springs Town Council and 8CCC radio, the concert featured J-Milla, Karnage N Darkins and The Mulga Bore Hard Rock Band and was a great success. If you missed the live stream, here's a link to the recorded version of the concert, which you can find on the music and hip-hop channels on indigiTUBE. Watch
Here!
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Interested in working with First Nations Media Australia, well FNMA has two job opportunities available right now!
- Operations Manager, based in Alice Springs NT, this position offers an exciting career opportunity for an experienced
practitioner.
- Administration Officer, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identified position.
Contact Membership & Executive Assistant Mikayla Shaw for more information, if you are interested in the positions available. FNMA looks forward to hearing from you!
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FNMA Membership Renewals for 2023/24 Coming Soon!
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The First Nations Media Australia's membership structure is comprised of two category groups, which are Organisation and Individual Membership and listed below is a descriptive outline of the categories that fall under both of the category groups. First Nations Media Australia, encourages you to choose one of the membership pathways to join the powerful and connected voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander broadcasting and media.
Organisation Membership
Ordinary membership (voting membership, $275 inc GST):
- A Remote Indigenous Media Organisation (RIMO)
- An Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander not-for-profit broadcasting licensee (for example Remote Indigenous Broadcasting Service, remote, regional and urban not-for-profit radio station).
- An Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander not-for-profit media production organisation with media production as a
core constitutional objective.
Associate membership ($165 inc GST):
- An Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander not-for-profit organisation:
- Producing media, but without media production as a core constitutional objective.
Affiliate membership ($27.50 inc GST):
- A non-Indigenous not-for-profit organisation engaged directly with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander broadcasting and media.
Friend of First Nations Media Australia membership ($27.50 inc GST):
- An organisation not eligible for Ordinary, Associate or Affiliate membership and supporting the goals of the not-for-profit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander broadcasting and media sector.
Individual Membership
Associate membership ($27.50 inc GST):
- An Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individual working in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander media industry
(not-for-profit or other).
Affiliate membership ($27.50 inc GST):
- A Non-Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individual working in the Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander not-for-profit broadcasting and media industry.
Friend of First Nations Media Australia membership ($27.50 inc GST):
- An Individual not eligible for Associate or Affiliate membership supporting the goals of the not-for-profit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander broadcasting and media sector.
Membership renewals for the 2023-24 financial year are coming up soon. Keep an eye on your inbox for a prompt to renew for another year and if you're not a member already, now is a great time to join, click here for more information!
For more information on membership and what you get out of it, you can reach out to the Membership Officer Mikayla Shaw.
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Goolari Media Director Dot West receives an honorary degree from AFTRS
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First Nations media executive Dot West, late writer/director Shirley Barrett, and showrunner, writer, and director Tony Ayres have received honorary degrees from the Australian Film Television and Radio School (AFTRS). Each was awarded a Doctor of Arts, Film and Television at AFTRS’ annual graduation ceremony held last Friday, which saw 141 students graduate from the 2022 academic year. Read More.
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The Central Australian Aboriginal Media Association (CAAMA) has announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer, effective from 27 January 2023.
Sonya De Masi was chosen after an extensive and competitive national selection process.
Ms De Masi joins CAAMA from ABC International and has previously held senior leadership roles in the not-for-profit sector including Internews and with United Nations peacekeeping.
Ms De Masi says she’s proud to be given the opportunity to lead such a historic media organisation.
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Ngaanyatjarra (NG) Media Bush Trip
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Ngaanyatjarra Media were lucky enough to join Wingellina Campus, Ngaanyatjarra Lands School on a bush trip to
find Ngara / Tjala (Honey Ants). Delissa and Bernadette have been doing photography training for an exciting opportunity they’re partaking in this week - more footage to come! Click here to view the video!
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PAW Media Job Opportunity
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PAW Media is looking for a new General Manager to join their team! The GM is responsible to the Board of Directors of Warlpiri Media Aboriginal Corporation. A high level of self-direction and initiative is expected within the framework set by the Directors. Read More.
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TSIMA Partners with Mapping the Digital Gap
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TSIMA partnered with Mapping the Digital Gap on an exciting new research project that includes Senior Broadcaster Jen Enosa and volunteer Erub RIBS Broadcaster Nixon Mye. For more information, click here.
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PAKAM visits Purnululu School
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PAKAM community broadcaster in Warmun Richard Thomas showing Purnululu School students the Warmun studio and how radio works. Tune into Richard daily
from 9am on PAKAM Radio 106.1fm. Read More. |
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Bidjara Media and Broadcasting Company
(4RRFM) Job Opportunity
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The Bidjara Media & Broadcasting Company (4RR FM) in Charleville is currently seeking suitable applicants for the position of Senior Radio
Broadcaster. Read More.
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DAAF returns to Larrakia Country & Online in 2023!
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Experience the rich diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, design and culture at the 17th Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair (DAAF). Mark your calendars from
the 8-13th August 2023 for an action packed week in the Top End! Read More.
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National Indigenous Empowerment Summit 2022
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Early registrations open. Darwin is
hosting the 2022 National Indigenous Empowerment Summit on 2- 4 November. Read More.
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Digital Specialist-in-Residence
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This program evolves and replaces the Digital Strategist-in-Residence initiative, embedding learnings from our program evaluations over the last two years to incorporate new elements and include an additional piloting phase. Read More.
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The ACN Foundation is offering 1,000 scholarships for eligible ACN Members to complete The Leader’s Mindset Series 3 online course, valued at $1,100. T he Leader’s Mindset Series 3
provides the knowledge and skills for aspiring leaders to take the next step in their leadership career. The course consists of five online modules with students receiving 30 CPD hours upon completion of the course. Read More. |
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McKinsey Rising Leaders Forum – 2023
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McKinsey & Company and the Australian Scholarships Foundation are offering up to 100 emerging leaders from the not-for-profit sector the opportunity to apply for a scholarship to attend McKinsey’s Rising Leaders Forum (previously named Young Leaders Forum) in October 2023. Read More.
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YARN Short Story Competition
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Everyone has a story to tell. Share yours in the world's richest short story competition for published and unpublished writers. It doesn't have to be long - just 1000 to 2500 words. Now richer than ever, there is a $75,000 cash prize pool to be won, including a $50,000 grand prize, and anyone over the age of 12 can enter. Read More.
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CMTO Training
Opportunity
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Would you like to learn about recording and documenting community history? CMTO is offering a two day interactive workshop for radio broadcasters, producers, workers and volunteers on recording and
documenting community history. Read More.
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Stronger
Communities Programme Grant
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The Grant for Good is an annual $20,000 community grant to provide help to projects, organisations and initiatives that promote social inclusion activities, health and wellbeing, sports and other fields that benefit our communities. Read More.
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Building a better, brighter future, together
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Being an active supporter of the communities that we call home is a serious commitment for IMB Bank. It has been since our establishment in 1880. Read More. |
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The Crisis Fund supports the maintenance and/or creation of preschool places where there is an immediate and/or urgent need for capital works. Read More.
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Tourism Town Asset Program - Round 3
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The Tourism Town Asset Program is back for a third round. The NT Government is providing $500,000 of grant funding to assist local government councils to undertake projects that will improve the on-ground visitor experience in the NT. Read More.
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Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts
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The Growing Regions Program – Round 1 will deliver grants up to a maximum of $15,000,000 over 3 years to deliver community infrastructure projects. Read More.
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Whether you are feeling ready to take the plunge and pursue a career in impact or looking to upskill and position yourself for success in your current role, the Social Impact Fellowship will equip you with the resources and clarity to take your next steps and unleash your potential. Read More.
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NATIONAL RECONCILIATION WEEK 2023
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The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2023 encourages all Australians to be a voice for reconciliation in tangible ways in our everyday lives – where we live, work and socialise. Read More.
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Better access to country key to improving Indigenous mental health
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Better access to traditional lands was a major focus at New South Wales Health's annual Aboriginal mental health and wellbeing forum. Read More.
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Barunga Festival is a must for anyone seeking an authentic Aboriginal cultural experience.Barunga is an
iconic family friendly event on the national festival calendar. Barunga boasts a long and proud tradition of celebrating Indigenous music, sport, arts and dance. Barunga is 9-12 June 2023 and it's the 35 Year anniversary of the Barunga Statement. If you are interested in finding out more about Aboriginal culture, on country, Barunga welcomes you to attend this years Festival and experience it for yourself. Visit their website for more information.
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Our Voices | Our Solutions | Our Decisions | Our Time
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Improve the social and emotional wellbeing of First Nations Australian, Māori and Pasifika people at the Indigenous Wellbeing Conference. Indigenous Wellbeing Conference welcome all our First Nation’s people
and pay respects to them and their elders past, present and emerging. Read More.
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Indigenous ABC staff lead protest against racism in solidarity with Stan Grant
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ABC's Head of Indigenous News, Suzanne Dredge, says she hopes that it would be a "turning point" for not only the broadcaster but Australian media as a whole. Hundreds
walked out of the ABC's inner-Sydney headquarters on Monday afternoon in solidarity with Wiradjuri journalist Stan Grant Jr. Read More. |
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Empowering Indigenous Business and entrepreneurs to thrive in the NT
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The Northern Territory Indigenous Business Network (NTIBN) launched the Indigenous Business & Employment Hub last week in Darwin. The Hubs provide support and a place to work for Indigenous entrepreneurs, established businesses and jobseekers on their journey to become long-term and sustainable enterprises. Read More.
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Help regional consumers
choose the best broadband services
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Since 2018, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has run the Measuring Broadband Australia program which enables consumers, industry and policymakers to better understand how Australians are experiencing internet performance, including download speeds and reliability, in their homes. Read More.
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Working to empower Indigenous women in business
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Banyjima and Kariyarra woman Raquel Todd is part of a new generation of First Nations entrepreneurs delivering economic empowerment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Read More. |
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Stolen Generations Searh for Healing
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Today marks the 26th National Sorry Day and Stolen Generations survivors and their families are still looking for healing. The first Sorry Day was held one-year after the 1997
Bringing Them Home report was tabled in parliament. It detailed the history of Australian governments forcibly removing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from their families with the aim of assimilation into white society. Read More.
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Strengthening Rural Communities – Rebuilding Regional Communities
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The Strengthening Rural Communities (SRC) Rebuilding Regional Communities (RRC) stream gives
small remote, rural and regional communities across Australia the opportunity to access funds for a broad range of initiatives that directly and clearly benefit local communities. Read More.
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Producer – ABC | Melbourne VIC | Contract Full-Time
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FIRST NATIONS MEDIA AUSTRALIA
2/70 Elder St, PO Box 2731 Alice Springs NT 0871
www.firstnationsmedia.org.au | 08 8952 6465
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