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Exercise Kummundoo strengthens community health through partnership

Posted by QAIHC | Dec 10, 2025 | News, Sector News

Mulungu Aboriginal Corporation Primary Health Care Service was proud to host Exercise Kummundoo 2025, a five-week placement program from October to November, in collaboration with the Royal Australian Air Force. Now in its 11th year, Exercise Kummundoo is a community engagement initiative delivered in partnership with the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation. The initiative reflects a shared commitment to building a healthier community — mind, body, and spirit.

Eyez on Ice empowers Zenadth Kes communities

Posted by QAIHC | Dec 9, 2025 | News, Sector News, Uncategorized

Members of QAIHC’s Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) team travelled to several Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait) communities to deliver Eyez on Ice community information sessions.

Cherbourg Hornets win at Murri Carnival a whole-community effort

Posted by QAIHC | Dec 9, 2025 | News, Sector News

The Cherbourg Hornets’ thrilling win in the 2025 Queensland Murri Rugby League Carnival men’s division was not just a victory for the players and coaches — it was a triumph for the health and spirit of the Cherbourg (Waka Waka country) community.

QAIHC’s first Gimuy conference brings the sector together

Posted by QAIHC | Dec 8, 2025 | News, Sector News

Minjil dancers performing a traditional Welcome to Country dance in Gimuy/Cairns. The three dancers are dressed in black attire with orange ochre patterns, and their bodies are painted with white ceremonial designs. They hold white feather fans and are captured mid-movement in a forward-bending pose. A woman in the background group wears a vibrant green floral dress, and there is a podium with Aboriginal artwork and microphones nearby, indicating an official event. The performance takes place in front of a glass-walled building, reflecting the audience and natural surroundings.

Sheryl Lawton to lead key regional health committee

Posted by QAIHC | Sep 10, 2025 | News, Sector News, State Reforms

CWAATSICH Chief Executive Officer Sheryl Lawton has been appointed Chairperson of the South West region’s peak First Nations health Committee. Ms Lawton will be the second Chairperson of the South West First Nations Equity Committee, following its establishment in December 2023.

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