AH&MRC of NSW

03/12/2025

The AH&MRC office will be taking a short break over the festive season 🎄

We’ll close midday Wednesday 24 December, returning Monday 5 January 2026.

Wishing our mob a safe, connected and joyful Christmas and New Year 💛✨

Please check in on each other, especially those who may not have family around this time of year.
If you need support, you’re never alone. Free and confidential services are available 24/7:

13YARN: 13 92 76
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Emergency: 000

We look forward to a deadly 2026 with our communities.

01/12/2025

🚨 Measles alert in NSW 🚨

NSW Health has confirmed new measles cases — including one with no known source and is urging communities to stay alert. Measles spreads easily, so check your MMR vaccination status, watch for symptoms like fever, cough, sore eyes and rash, and contact your local Public Health Unit if you’re concerned.

Protect yourself, your family, and your community.

Find out more information here: https://www.ahmrc.org.au/act-now-measles-alert-in-nsw/

Stay up to date on exposure locations via NSW Health: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/measles/Pages/public-exposure-locations.aspx

01/12/2025

A massive congratulations to Christine Fernando for winning the 2025 Excellence in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Allied Health Assistant Workforce Award.

Christine is currently employed at one of our fantastic Member Services, Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service. ✨

01/12/2025

Today on World AIDS Day, we honour our communities, our Elders, and everyone whose lives have been touched by HIV.

It’s a time to stand together, yarn openly, break stigma, and make sure our mob have access to the care, support, and information we deserve.

By staying informed, getting tested, and looking out for one another, we keep our families and communities strong.

👉🏾 Learn more and access free resources here: https://usmobandhiv.org.au/

27/11/2025

We’re keeping it real this Men's Health Month — because testicular cancer mostly affects younger men, and it’s one of the most treatable if found early.

Know what’s normal for you. Check yourself regularly. It only takes a couple of minutes.

If something feels off — lumps, pain, or swelling — see your doctor or AMS straight away.
Looking after your health isn’t weak — it’s deadly strong!

27/11/2025

Heatwave Warning for many areas across NSW. Make sure you prepare ahead and keep yourself and your mob safe.
• Extreme heatwave warning for: Mid North Coast
• Severe heatwave warning for: Northern Rivers
• Cancel heatwave warning for: Upper Western and Northern Tablelands

If you or someone you know is showing signs of heatstroke, call Triple Zero (000) immediately. Heatstroke symptoms include:
• Nausea
• Confusion or unconsciousness
• Lack of sweating
• High body temperatures (above 40°C)

Don't forget to check on our family, friends, little ones, and pets – make sure everyone’s safe and feeling okay.

25/11/2025

Catastrophic and Extreme fire danger alert today across NSW 🔥

Check the current Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans:
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

Make sure your bushfire plan is ready:
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare

Access AH&MRC’s Bushfire Safety resources to support your community:
https://www.ahmrc.org.au/resource-category/bushfire-safety/

25/11/2025

We're thrilled to announce the inaugural Deadly S*x NSW Forum! 💜✨

Join us on 17–18 March 2026 at AH&MRC Training College in Little Bay (Bidjigal & Gadigal lands) for a two-day event for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Professionals to strengthen skills, share stories, and stay up to date on BBVs and STIs.

Why attend?
• Learn the latest evidence and culturally safe strategies
• Build confidence and workforce skills
• Connect with peers, mentors, and experts
• Celebrate community-led solutions

👉🏾 Register now to secure your spot: https://ashm.eventsair.com/deadly-sex-nsw/registration-site/Site/Register

Complimentary accommodation is available for eligible delegates.

For enquiries: deadlysex@ahmrc.org.au

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24/11/2025

Congratulations to now Professor, Michael Doyle, our current Co-Chair of the AH&MRC Ethics Committee! 🎉

We’re proud to celebrate the promotion of Michael Doyle, a Bardi man and respected leader in BBV, STI, and alcohol and other drug research — to Professor.

Michael has over 20 years’ experience working in Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations, leads the First Nations Research team at the Edith Collins Centre, and holds key roles across ethics, policy, and national health leadership.

With qualifications ranging from a Cert IV in Aboriginal Health Work to a PhD, and recognition as a Fellow of the Public Health Association of Australia, Michael’s career reflects dedication, excellence, and community impact.

A huge congratulations, Professor Doyle. 👏🏽👏🏽

24/11/2025

As part of our month long focus on Men's Health, we asked some of our staff to yarn about the importance of maintaining good mental health. Talking can save lives.

Too many of our brothers are carrying heavy loads in silence. Let’s change that.

Take a walk. Have a yarn. Listen.

You don’t need to fix it — just being there can help a brother feel seen and supported.

If you or someone you know needs help, reach out:
13YARN (13 92 76) – 24/7 Aboriginal crisis line
Lifeline 13 11 14
Your local AMS

23/11/2025

In acknowledgment of Perinatal Mental Health Week (23–29 November), this Jumbunna webinar will focus on supporting the social, emotional, and cultural wellbeing of Aboriginal families during the perinatal period.

With speakers from PANDA and PIMHS, the session will share practical tools, culturally grounded approaches, and the strengths, resilience, and deep cultural knowledge that guide parenting in our communities.

A free webinar for Aboriginal health workers, educators, and community members wanting to strengthen culturally safe, community-led perinatal care.

Date: Tuesday 25 November
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm

📲 Register here: https://loghic.eventsair.com/798145/612319/Site/Register

The Jumbunna webinar sessions are a series of dedicated professional development webinars presented by the Training Support Unit (TSU) for multidisciplinary staff working in the Aboriginal Maternal Infant Health Service (AMIHS), Building Strong Foundations (BSF) teams, and interested healthcare coll...

20/11/2025

AH&MRC Training is delivering free, nationally recognised sport and fitness qualifications — all at our deadly RTO on Gadigal/Bidjigal lands.

What you’ll get:
• Hands-on training to coach, lead and motivate future athletes
• Qualifications that open doors across sport, health and community
• Travel + accommodation covered for Abstudy-approved students

Now enrolling for 2026:
• Cert III & IV in Fitness
• Cert III in Sport – Athlete
• Cert III in Sport Coaching

Ready to level up your future? Let’s go! 🙌🏾

Fill out the EOI to find out more: http://bit.ly/4obcSSq