Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre

Change the Date – Invasion Day Rally – 26/1/2021

palawa kani Information and Entertainment December 2020

palawa kani Information and Entertainment, December 2020: palawa kani means ‘Tasmanian Aborigines speak’; it is the only Aboriginal language in lutruwita (Tasmania) today. Background to the Aboriginal languages of Tasmania and the development of palawa kani - https://tacinc.com.au/programs/palawa-kani/ palawa kani names of places Learn the original names for over 180 places in lutruwita (Tasmania) - http://tacinc.com.au/pulingina-to-lutruwitatasmania-place-names-map/ 14 Aboriginal + Dual place names gazetted in the Tasmanian Government’s naming system - http://tacinc.com.au/official-aboriginal-and-dual-names/ Background to palawa kani place names - http://tacinc.com.au/tasmanian-aboriginal-place-names/ Nine original place names at pilri (Cape Grim), location of the ...

Position Vacant – Senior Health Policy Officer

Position Vacant - Senior Health Policy Officer A Senior Health Policy Officer is required for a statewide position based in Nipaluna/Hobart. Reporting to the Chief Executive, the position will lead a small team to research, analyse, and draft position papers and policy responses to a variety of Aboriginal health and social policy issues. The position will also lead the organisation’s Training Unit and may represent the organisation with external stakeholders. Excellent Aboriginal community networking and liaison is required as well as great ...

Position Vacant – Campaigns Coordinator – Statewide position

Position Vacant - Campaigns Co-ordinator - Statewide position This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Aboriginal person with excellent knowledge of their community and great communication skills. Must have a deep understanding of current issues in Aboriginal affairs. Driver’s licence essential and media experience desirably. For a position description and application form, contact Loretta on (03) 6234 0700 or email payroll@tacinc.com.au. Applications close Friday 13th November 2020 and can emailed to payroll@tacinc.com.au.

Position Vacant – Experienced Chef

Position Vacant - Experienced Chef We are looking for a chef for a statewide operation promoting the use of native foods as part of an Aboriginal cultural program. Leading the food sourcing, preparation and presentation of the cultural foods, you will be part of a small team presenting Tasmania Aboriginal culture in various locations. Experience in the preparation of native foods will be highly regarded; and further training will be provided. Preparedness to organise and lead, to travel, and to innovate are ...

Position Vacant – Child Health Nurse – Burnie (pataway)

Position Vacant - Child Health Nurse Burnie (pataway) We require a Child Health Nurse to join other professionals in our Burnie clinic. The successful applicant will work with Aboriginal children and parents on a wide range of health issues. Duties will include providing support and information to families during pregnancy, and through childhood into early adolescence. Ability to relate well to the Tasmanian Aboriginal community is required. Applicants should hold a post graduate qualification in Child Health Nursing. For a position description and application ...

Land Management Update – September 2020

Land Management Update - September 2020

puwinya (Spring) poster by the Aboriginal Children’s Centre at piyura kitina (Risdon Cove)

puwinya (Spring) palawa kani Poster, by children and Educators at the Aboriginal Children's Centre, piyura kitina (Risdon Cove). Aboriginal Childrens Centre puwinya SPRING POSTER 2020

pulingina to lutruwita (Tasmania) Place Names Map

pulingina to lutruwita (Tasmania) Place Names Map Click here to open the map. The map can be used on computer, phones or tablet. To mark 2019 International Year of Indigenous languages, the Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre is excited to present this interactive map of the Aboriginal names of over 180 places in lutruwita. The names are shown in palawa kani, the language of Tasmanian Aborigines. Scroll over each name to hear it said, and open to learn some history of each name. Only a handful of places ...

luwutina (Aboriginal Children’s) Day, 4 August 2020

luwutina (Aboriginal Children's) Day, 4 August 2020

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