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CALL FOR INQ INTO LAND $400,000 unaccounted for, says secretary A group of land council members

has decided to bypass the N S W Land Council in its bid to take action against the South Coast Regional Land Council over alleged misman­agement of money, setting a prece­dent in a conflict over land council finances. At a meeting held in Nowra on

March 28, the secretary of the llla-warra Land Council, Kevin Boota, said the meeting had been called to pres­ent representatives of the land coun­cils with the evidence. The meeting was attended by about

40 representatives of the three mem­ber local land councils, lllawarra, Nowra and Jerringa. Mr Boota claimed that during the

1988/1989 and 1989/1990 financial years more than $400,000 was unac­counted for. ALLEGATIONS MADE He said the alleged mismanagement

included unauthorised spending, improp­er payment of sitting fees, and overpay­ment of wages and payments relating to a alleged bogus project. An accountant's report, known as the

Hindmarsh Report, and a report from the Auditor-General have listed matters re­lating to poor management of the re­gional council's financial affairs for a two-year period, although the Hind-marsh report says that there is no evi­dence of misappropriation of funds or

By JANINE WILSON J other assets which may indicate intent to defraud.

A barrister told the meeting that there was enough evidence to indicate that serious action needed to be taken over the past financial operations of the South Coast Regional Land Council. He told the meeting that legal

processes were available to take the matter out of the hands of the adminis­trators.

The Hindmarsh Report outlines depar­tures from the guidelines issued by the N S W Office of Aboriginal Affairs in their Accounting and Internal Control Manual for N S W Aboriginal Land Councils. These departures include: • Unavailable deposit and receipt

books; • Unavailable receipts for outgoing

monies, the most significant departure being for travelling and conference expenses, and sitting fees.

Records could not be verified for trav­el and sitting fees. A subsequent Auditor General's

report said there had been under remit­tance of taxation instalments, overpay­ment of salaries, unavailability of condi­tions of employment as approved by the N S W Land Council, absence of receipt books, discrepancies relating to the use of bearer cheques, and absence of

working papers to support the financial statements.

Council minutes also were unavail­able.

The representatives at the meeting were adamant that action was needed.

A motion was passed at the meeting that a recommendation be made to the • Continued Page 3

How will the $150m response to the Deaths in Custody inquiry

be spent? — Page 3

Aboriginal journalist Katrina Power

tells how subtle racism creeps Into

daily life — Page 18

KOORI KIDS CLUB with Vteki Payne

— Page 17 as^9v^^fsgE&g

Ex-League star joins the KM team

Former international Rugby League player, Larry Corowa, and an Aussie Rules coach, Gary 'Mick' Martin, have joined the management team of the Lismore-based Koori Mail. Gary has been appointed the national sales

and marketing manager and Larry is the promotions and circulation manager. Born and raised in Tweed Heads, Larry,

whose name has become synonymous with Rugby League, was a NSW Country player. He went on to play more than 100 games for Balmain. Larry was chosen to represent New South

Wales and went on to represent Australia on the ig78 Kangaroo tour of Britain and France, and in the 1979 home series against Britain. Larry remains active in Rugby League,

playing first grade at the end of the 1992 season. He continues to coach and encourage players. Larry and Gary are keen to take on the task of increasing awareness of the Koori Mail and GARY MARTIN increasing sales for the fledgling paper.

Hmm, could need another dab!

A.. *CV Taminya Simpson, of C a b b a g e Tree Island, takes her artwork seri­ously, viewing her work with a critical eye during a recent painting session. W h e n all the kids from C a b b a g e Tree Island playgroup were asked to paint their school bus, they didn't need a second invitation.

More pictures of the kids from 'Cabbo' on Page 14.

DEAR PEOPLE Here, in the year of 1988 on this largest island on Earth, still live two cultures in shock. One indigenous Black Spirit. One immigrant White Spirit. Black Spirit 200 years long bowed down. White Spirit too long in arrogant frown.

Black Spirit arising: Look white brothers and sister, Look deep into our ancient culture. We are all brothers and sisters. We are from that first culture. We are the survivors of the beginning. We have much to teach yet still learning.

White Spirit awakening: We are not yet all brothers and sisters. We see you distantly in a mirror land­

scape. We see reflected first our own problems. We have much to teach yet much unlearn­

ing. Wait a little, Black Spirit, we must solve equity in caring; and the sharing of gold.

Look deep, white brothers and sisters, Into our Black Spirit and behold How to liberate your White Spirit, thus Begin to liberate your white problems; Begin to liberate our black problems; Begin a mutual caretaking spirit and Keep peace in this wildly beautiful land.

— JO KING, TELOPEA, NSW.

EASTWOOD COMMENT

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR DISAPPOINTED AT DUNTROON CADETS

I, like all Aboriginal people, a m disappointed and angry at those idiots of the Duntroon Military College mocking the deaths of Lloyd Boney and David Gundy. When will it stop?

Sentences meted out to the culprits reflect the attitudes of those in power.

My brother was found hanged in jail in Queensland and I feel for the families who have lost loved ones while in custody.

I understand that the Duntroon Military College is built on an Aboriginal burial site. Interesting! Should find out more under the Attorney General's Department Freedom of Information Act.

Since the mid-1980s I have been collecting newspaper clippings on Aboriginal issues. Ninety-six percent of those would be negative or bad publicity and 4 percent good.

I do believe that good publicity will ease tensions and give Aboriginals something to aim for.

I mentioned to a non-Aboriginal person that one in three Australians is racist and he said I was being nice. Say no more. The $150 million promised by the

Government as a result of the Recommendations on the Royal Commission into Black Deaths in Custody does not go to the heart of the problem. In my opinion it's the attitude of the individuals.

Cultural awareness programs in the schools and workplace would go a long way in improving relations between all Australians. W e have a right to live here like everyone else.

Recently a work mate of mine just returned from holidays in Hawaii and he said the only coverage on Australia was the mock hanging performed by those louts in outback Queensland. H o w embarrassing and we have the hide to lecture Indonesia and South Africa on its treatment of their black people. 2. THE KOORI MAIL, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 1

I'm glad all this nonsense was brought out in the open while the South African cricketers were here.

I can't wait for the international human rights committee to come and see for themselves the bad treatment we have to endure.

I appeal to everyone to give us a chance as we do have a lot to offer.

Remember that quote by the late Prime Minister of India, Mrs Indira Gandhi: 'You can't shake hands with a clenched fist'.

— M SAUNDERS, Lyons, ACT.

EASING US OFF THE GREAT WHITE TIT

At the furthermost reach from the centre of the Universe which is in West­ern Europe, we were isolated from the rest of mankind since the sea level first rose, our ancient culture frozen by its immemorial primitivism, unchanging in an ancient landscape.

Primitive, naked — but without shame, shy, savage, noble, patient in the outer darkness, down through the countless ages, we waited.

The dawn of liberty, civilisation, and post-Christianity: the Economic Miracle, would one day burst upon us. W e waited. But we did not know we were waiting.

W e were waiting for Mr Maurie Keane. The N e w South Wales Aboriginal

Land Council Director and former La­bour M P is our great white protector in the 1990s, his strong hands guiding our faltering, childlike footsteps towards the 'era of self determination'.

As 1998 draws close, the sunset clause of the N S W Land Rights Act and Mr Maurie Keane will together ease us off the great white tit and 'we will no longer be a burden to the N S W taxpayer ... we will be somebody . . .' (Sydney Morning Herald, 23 March Aborigines: the new developers.)

So on January 1, 2001, we will all hold hands together under the fireworks as we celebrate — together for the very first time — the right to rule this continent claimed by the British Queen and the British Parliament when they passed the 'Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act, 1900.'

Her Majesty's loyal Aborigines, now somebody with their flag flying from of­fice blocks up and down the land will be grateful to Mr Maurie Keane who will be out there initiating those other babies in the economic woods: Senator Stephen Loosley, John Elliot, Paul Keating, Nick Greiner, John Cain, Brian Burke, John Hewson, Maggie Thatcher, George Bush, PyramidBuilding Society, State Bank, C o m p a s s Airlines, Budget Rent-a-Car.

JENNI WILLIAMS, Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land

Council, NSW.

CROWN LAND — A RACIST MYTH

(Copy of a letter sent to the Sydney Morning Herald. The letter was not published.)

W e get enough redneck backlash up here, and problems with the council without the well meaning naivete of your Aboriginal 'good news' story to enrage them even further (Land rich Aborigines: the next developers (Sydney Morning Herald, March 23).

Of all the institutionalised white supremacy (racism) in this State, the cruellest and most patronising, may well be the N S W Aboriginal Land Rights Act and the deeply intractable racist myth of 'Crown land'.

Crown land is 'given' to Aborigines, but not others, because they need special treatment to redress disadvantage which most Australians believe was caused in the first place by us having an inferior culture, or inferior genes.

It is the insufferable patronage of people like Mr Maurie Keane (NSW Aboriginal Land Council director) which destroys not builds, our self respect, and at the same time causes , understandable resentment among the uneducated poor whites whose acute common sense tells them they are being unjustly discriminated against on the basis of race.

W e own this land and these resources. It is you who need Land Rights, not us.

You may well find that when you do pluck up the courage and the humility to I ask us, that you will be treated with far more grace, good humour, courtesy and respect than you have ever shown us.

By all means pay out the thug coppers, but you won't ever achieve reconciliation until you look at yourselves first.

— VERONICA GRAF, Member of Darkinjung Local Aboriginal

Land Council, NSW. CONCERN OVER GLADSTONE SPLIT

I write out of concern for the Aboriginal and Islander community m Gladstone. ...

My observations are that a maior spm is appearing in our society, due to ne refusal of some past directors ot ine local housing society, to allow me present board to run the business otm society without interference.

Surely the will of the voters should oe recognised and the elected directors rje allowed to do the job they were cnosei , 0 d 0- h„n

The time is surely here wnen community members should be asking their own questions about the situation, instead of listening to the vocal tew. who are causing disruption to society and our community. „,_-«•

- DISGUSTED SOCIETY MEMBEH-(Name and address suppnw-

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992.

$ 150m response to Custody inquiry Major initiatives of the five-year $150 mil­

lion Federal Government package were an­nounced last week in response to the Abor­iginal Deaths In Custody Royal Commission findings. An extra $71.6 million to be spent on

alcohol and abuse programs, of which $61.6 million is to be made available to com­munity organisations through ATSIC for infor­mation, education, detoxification, rehabilita­tion and after care. The other $10 million will go to the

Department of Health, Housing and Commu­nity Services for related education and re­search activities.

An additional $50.4 million will be allocat­ed to Aboriginal legal services in response to recommendations relating to Aboriginal legal services, including representation for families at inquests, research into areas ol criminal and civil law reform, development ol protocols with police for improving relations, police cell visitor schemes, support for juve­niles in custody, adequate legal representa­tion and advice to Aboriginal juveniles.

An allocation of $6.94 million is to be used to establish youth bail hostels through ATSIC to reduce the number of young people in custody. Two monitoring bodies are to be estab­

lished. An Aboriginal Social Justice Commis­sioner will head a new unit in the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission and will present an annual state of the nation report on human rights to Parliament. This will cost $3.14 million. A monitoring unit to co-ordinate depart­

mental actions and to liaise with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities is to be established under ATSIC at a cost of $4.3 million.

Funding for an annual conference of Com­monwealth, State and Territory police ser­vices to address issues raised by the Royal Commission including employment of Aborig­

inal people in the polcie force, cross-cultural awareness and best practices in police training and community policing.

$2 million dollars to establish Link-Up ser­vices to reunite Aboriginal people separated from their families by government policies in all States. So far only Queensland and N S W have separate Link-Up services.

$5 million for States and Territories to develop or strengthen Aboriginal employ­ment strategies in police services, correc­tive services, juvenile detention services, non-custodial sentencing areas and court systems, and to improve Aboriginal/police relations.

$4.4 million over three years to set up a special national survey of Aboriginal and Islander people to be conducted by the Australian Bureau of Statistics to provide information on health, housing, employment, education and training, family and household characteristics, social concerns and access and use of community services.

A comprehensive testing and development program to begin in July with a full scale survey to be held in the latter half of the 1993-94 financial year. A national conference is to be convened

this year to discuss options for Aboriginal employment in the media industry, awards for excellence in Aboriginal affairs reporting, changes to journalistic training and the de­velopment of codes and policies on Aborig­inal issues in a bid to improve education on Aboriginal issues through the media.

$7.25 million for community education and training program for Aboriginal and Islander community workers, to establish an accred­ited para-legal training course for Aboriginal Legal Service field workers, to develop a program to help judges, magistrates, judicial officers and other court workers to better, understand the customs, and traditions of Aboriginal people.

CALL FOR INQUIRY INTO LAND CCL • Continued from Page 1

Minister assisting the Premier on Abor­iginal affairs that Mr J G M c M a h o n be appointed under Section 56 of the rele­vant Act to conduct an inquiry into vari­ous aspects of the affairs of the llla-wara, Nowra and Jerringa and the South Coast Regional Council, such aspects to be defined in terms of reference to be agreed later. A second motion pertained to a re­

quest for advise on appropriate 'legal remedies'.

Mr Boota said that while 'maladmin­istration w a s allowed to continue', the community's future w a s at risk.

H e said he w a s not only concerned about the financial affairs of the South Coast Regional but all the land councils in N e w South Wales. He claimed 14 land councils were currently under in­vestigation.

Mr Boota told the meeting it w a s time for traditional methods where burning off w a s used to clear an area of the dead wood to allow new growth.

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KEVIN BOOTA outlined alleged financial mismanagement to a meeting of representatives of the Local Land Councils which comprise the South Coast

Regional Land Council.

JIM DAVISON put the motion to the meeting calling for an inquiry into lllawarra, Nowra and Jerringa Local Land Councils and the South Coast Regional

Land Council.

Quae 3? We're planning a birthday bash to re­member — a national conference, open house for the public and a souvenir edition to celebrate Aboriginal and Islander achievement.

Our bumper edition to be published on June 3 pro­vides advertisers with a golden advertising opportunity in an edition that promises to be a collector's item.

The publication of this souvenir edition coincides with the opening of a national conference which aims to examine ways of improving employment and enterprise development opportunities for Aboriginal and Islander people.

The conference will be held in our hometown of Lismore in Northern New South Wales on June 3, 4 and 5.

It is believed to be the first time that Aboriginal achievements will be highlighted in such a way, letting people know about individual achievements and Aborig­inal enterprises, including the Koori Mail.

Celebrate with us, promote your product or service with us and be part of an event that promises to highlight Aboriginal and Islander success and provide a 'blackprint' for the future.

Bookings are being taken for the souvenir edition now to be published on June 3. Ring John Toohey or Stuart West on (066) 222 666 or Fax (066) 222 600.

Try twisting their arms for a birthday special.

If you want to take part in the conference ring Vicki Payne on (066) 222 666 or fax (066) 222 600.

Or, if you know about an Aboriginal or Islander achievement that could be included in the special edition ring Janine Wilson on (066) 24 4000.

A BLACKPRINT

THE FUTURE

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to sacred sites report THE KOORI MAIL

Philosophy The Koori Mail is a unique, indepen­

dent newspaper which examines may issues from a Koori perspective. It is the first time in Australia that'

Aboriginal people will have an undis-torted source of information, and an outlet for their own views. It is also expected to have an impact upon the general community, with the aim of reJ

dressing prejudices and introducing non-Aboriginal Australians and ultimate­ly the whole world to our culture and our beliefs.

The following principles will guide production standards and procedures:

1:The reporting of news and views without fear or favour.

2: The maintenance throughout of Koori beliefs and standards. 3: The highest level of production

values, to produce a quality newspa­per.

4: The training of Aboriginal staff to ensure they are instilled with profes­sional skills to give them a high level of employability in the future.

5: The dissemination of the maximum amount of relevant information from Government agencies and statutory bodies, with the proviso that this infor­mation is not merely propaganda and is viewed critically. 6: The presentation of a wide range

of issues, not necessarily only tradi­tional Aboriginal issues but also other important matters which impinge upon the lives of Koori people. 7: Increased positive interaction be­

tween Aboriginal communities and indi­viduals throughout Australia.

8: The inclusion of lighter items, such as a children's page, cartoons, sport, crosswords, games, art. film and book reviews, historical features and human interest stories and photographs. 9: A classified advertisement sec­

tion, offering the full range of classifi­cations, such as employment, births, deaths, marriages, In Memoriam, etc.

10: Display advertising not exceed­ing 50 percent of newspaper content.

11: The inclusion of a responsible but daring editorial column in each issue, addressing matters of importance.

12: The promotion of the overall well-being of Aboriginal Australia.

Aboriginal Affairs and Torres Strait Islander Affairs Minister Robert Tickner said former Aboriginal Deaths in Custody Royal Commissioner Hal Wootten Q C had been commissioned to prepare a report on the need to protect the sites threatened by the proposed $20 million dam near Alice Springs.

The Federal Government postponed the start of building work on the Alice Springs dam for 30 days so a report can be prepared on Aboriginal sacred sites that would be destroyed by the dam.

The proposed $20 million flood mitigation dam is opposed by traditional Aboriginal custodians of the land that would be covered by the dam.

They say sites sacred to Aboriginal women would be destroyed.

The Northern Territory Government says the dam must be built to save lives and protect property during regular flooding of the Todd River in Alice Springs.

Last month, Mr Tickner banned the start of building work on the dam for 30 days soon after a stormy meeting between Aboriginal custodians, Mr Tickner and NT Lands Minister Max Ortmann.

Last week a spokesman for Chief Minister Marshall Perron said: "The NT Government is prepared to co-operate with Mr Wootten in the provision of information".

In announcing the report, Mr Tickner said Mr Wootten would examine the 'critical issue' of possible alternative flood mitigation measures.

"Mr Wootten's appointment provides the opportunity for a proper independent assessment of the various issues which bear on the proposal to build a dam," Mr Tickner said.

He said the initial 30-day ban ended on April 19, but an extra 30 days after that would be needed so Mr Wootten's report could be completed.

"I hope that the dust has settled a bit on what has been, over the past few weeks, a heated debate," Mr Tickner said.

"If this matter is approached professionally and rationally by all concerned, w e will find a way to accommodate the genuine concerns of Aboriginal custodians and the need for effective flood mitigation for Alice Springs."

Meanwhile, three leading Northern Territory Labor politicians issued a joint

statement urging all community, business and church leaders to condemn the NT Government's handling of the dam issue.

NT opposition leader Brian Ede Federal Shipping and Aviation Minister Senator Bob Collins and federal member Warren Snowdon said a negotiated solution was needed "to prevent the Northern Territory continuing with its disgraceful campaign against the Aboriginal community".

"It is time all leaders in the Northern Territory stood up and voiced their condemnation of the government's determination to set Territorian against Territorian," they said.

The three men also renewed the attack on Mr Ortmann over his comment to an Aboriginal woman at a meeting last month that she should 'get off your fat bum and fix your grog problem'.

" W e are in no doubt Mr Ortmann would not have directed such remarks at a non-Aboriginal woman," the three M P s said.

Mr Ortmann admitted he made the comment, but said he had been provoked into doing so by repeated insults directed at him during the meeting. Three parliamentarians call for new

negotiations with custodians Three Northern Territory's Labor Par­

liamentary leaders have called on the NT Government to return to the negotiat­ing table with traditional custodians of the site of the proposed Alice Springs flood mitigation dam.

They have also called on all communi­ty, business, union and church leaders to join them in their call in 'the interests of harmony'.

The Labor MP's, Federal Shipping and Aviation Minister and NT ALP Presi­dent Bob Collins, Parliamentary Secre­tary and Federal M H R Warren Snowdon, and NT Labor Parliamentary leader Bri­

an Ede issued their call last week as the NT Government prepared to issue a certificate to allow work to proceed on the proposed dam.

The parliamentarians said they be­lieved it was now time for all community, business and church leaders to join in seeking a negotiated solution to the flood mitigation issue 'to prevent the Northern Territory continuing with its disgraceful campaign against the Abor­iginal community.'

The statement said: "It is time all leaders in the Northern Territory stood up and voiced their condemnation of the

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Governments determination to set Terri­torian against Territorian.

"If these leaders publicly voice their disapproval now, in the strongest possi­ble terms, it will show the Northern Ter­ritory Government — and the rest of the Australian and international community — that all right thinking Territorians, Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal, believe this brand of politics no longer has a place in our community.

"The confrontation promoted by the Northern Territory Government is doing damage to our reputation in both the wider Australian community and in the international arena.

"It will also lead to a deterioration in relations between the Aboriginal popula­tion and the Territory's business and pastoralism, the religious community, and in general community relations.

"If the Territory community, Aboriginal and non Aboriginal, is prepared to pub­licly voice its collective disapproval now it may avert yet another chapter in this sorry episode.

"It will come on the eve of the an­nounced intention of Lands Minister Max Ortmann to issue a work certificate to allow development of the dam to pro­ceed against the wishes of the tradi­tional custodians and the Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority.

"Mr Ortmann is the Minister charged with the responsibility of protecting sa­cred sites.

"His intended abrogation of his re­sponsibilities under this act will simply compound his remarks directed at Abor­igines during his much publicised meet­ing with traditional custodians and their representatives in Alice Springs.

" W e are in no doubt that Mr Ortmann would not have directed such remarks at a non-Aboriginal woman.

"Instead of seeking an apology from the Minister, and it would certainly have been demanded had those remarks been directed at a non-Aboriginal wom­an, the Chief Minister Mr Perron, has defended the indefensible. . "He has also ignored repeated can* ,, • Continued Page 15 ,'»i

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Hostel and 'parents for Aboriginal kids on remand Aboriginal children who can't get bail

because they have nowhere to stay can now be housed in a new 'bail hostel', the N S W Minsiter for Justice, Mr Terry Griffiths, said last week. Mr Griffiths, signing a funding

agreement with the Jaapalpa Aboriginal Corporation and St Vincent De Paul at the hostel in Abercrombie Street, Chippendale, said the move was an attempt to reduce the number of Aboriginal children in juvenile justice centres Mr Griffiths said the hostel building

was owned by St Vincent De Paul and would be managed by the Jaapalpa Corporation.

"I want to try and put children who are not a risk to themselves or a risk to the community with bail parents," Mr Griffiths said. A new 'bail hostel' for Aboriginal

children who would otherwise be on remand at juvenile correctional facilities could lead to others for children across New South Wales. "I think it's an absolute disgrace that

we place any child in a juvenile justice centre who has not been sentenced and is not a threat to the community," he said. "Work will commence immediately on

renovations to the building at a cost of $14,500, Mr Griffiths said. The hostel should be ready for

occupation within two months. "Recurrent funding of $100,00 has

been approved for the project, and subject to annual review and evaluation, this will be extended for three years," he said. Mr Griffiths said interviews were

being conducted for suitable people to become suitable house parents. "The house parents will supervise

four to six juveniles aged between 10 and 18. Mr Griffiths said the bail hostel was

one of a number of initiatives being

pursued by the Office of Juvenile Justice aimed at offering alternatives to detention for Aboriginal and other young offenders.

The Minister said children were being kept in juvenile justice centres for up to 12 months because they could not meet bail conditions.

"Probably 80 percent of those children are not really a risk to themselves or to the community, but the fact is they've got no family or no secure area to go to whilst they're on remand," he said.

"That's a horrific experience for the first time.

"What we're trying to do is take that dimension out of that and have them with loving people."

"If this works with Aboriginal children, I'll also be expanding it across the State for all children."

Mr Griffiths' also called for an investigation into the number of Aboriginal youths in juvenile justice centres. He said 24 percent of children in the centres throughout the State were Aboriginal.

He suggested creating a task force to learn why, saying the government had been questioning this for 50 years, and it still hadn't been answered. He proposed a major committee

comprised of representatives from the police, the Department of Community Services and the Department of Juvenile Justice councils from throughout N e w South Wales.

The calls for a task force to investigate the disproportionate number of Aboriginal youth in custody have been welcomed by N e w South Wales Premier Nick Greiner.

He said the Government was also committed to implementing all relevant recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody.

"I don't want us to get either over or

JUST A LITTLE PAINT

Painting can be a lot of fun but its a major clean-up job for the grown-ups when the painting is done. Cabbage Tree Island Playgroup co-ordinator Donna Ferguson gets d o w n to the task of de-painting junior artist Georgie Anderson a«er the kids had finished decorating the school bus. More pictures Page 14.

under-excited about this issue," he said.

"It is true there is slightly disproportionate growth in Aborigines in our jails over the last three years, but it is fair to say there is also a significant number of non-Aboriginals who've died in our jails.

"We've got to recognise that there are cultural reasons as to why different groups including Aboriginals are in greater or less danger."

BOX RIDGE KOORI SEWING Wish to let Aboriginals and non-Aboriginals know, that they are currently doing a sewing course through Lismore Skillshare. Date started February 3 1992 through to May 4th 1992. Clothing will be available from now until National Aboriginal Week at very reasonable prices. Clothing ranges from children to adults XXL.

Clothing made to order (with Aboriginal designs).

Contact: Marie Morgan (066) 83 2510 C/- Box Ridge Reserve or Brian Roberts Outreach Co-ordinator, Lismore Skillshare Ph(066) 21 7197

Pre -Apprenticeship Programme for Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders.

Qantas is looking to provide pre-Apprenticeship training in the trade of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (Mechanical) to Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders.

The training would provide the skills needed for individuals to work on our modern fleet of aircraft, engines and components.

For further information contact Tanya on 317 5100 at Mascot C E S . Closing date for applications is the 10th April 1992.

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The successful applicant will be trained to cover all aspects of covering news relating to Aboriginal and Islander people throughout Australia, including land rights claims, political issues, the arts, sports and achievements of indigenous people.

The position provides the successful applicant with an op­portunity to serve their people during a period of growing awareness of Aboriginal and Islander issues.

It is a position suited to a person who likes meeting people and enjoys writing.

AJA award rates will apply.

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Tenders close by last mail on 24/4/92. No further tenders will be accepted after that date.

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Mission land to be returned to Kimberley Aborigines

Negotiations are underway to transfer several parcels of mission land held by the Catholic Church to five Aboriginal communities in the Kimberley region. The W A Minister for Aboriginal

Affairs, Dr Judyth Watson, said last week that it was proposed that the land would be held by the Aboriginal Lands Trust with 99-year leases to Aboriginal communities at Balgo, Beagle Bay, Lombadina-Djarindjin, Kalumburu and La Grange-Bidyadandga.

Dr Watson said the land had been held by the church for up to 100 years. Its release to Aboriginal control would allow the communities to expand through increased housing and development of enterprises such as

" A T S I C " ABORIGINAL A N D T O R R E S STRAIT

ISLANDER COMMISSION The Aboriginal and Tones Strait Islander Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from Aboriginals and Tones Strait Islanders are encouraged.

The successful applicant should possess the ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders and a knowledge and understanding of their cultures.

SENIOR PROJECT OFFICER ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE OFFICER CLASS 6

CO-ORDINATION SECTION BRISBANE STATE OFFICE

POSITION No. 439 — $35.424-$40.693 Duties: As a member if a team within the Co-ordination Branch undertake and/or assist with a range of functions including:

— Ministerial correspondence — policy review and Evaluation — Program Performance and Review — Women's Issues and AEDP Program activities

Undertake the review and implementation of policies and procedures as they relate to State wide activities. As necessary liaise with Federal and State Organisations on matters pertaining to Commission operations.

Contact Officer: Toni Malamoo (07) 234 4222

SENIOR PROJECT OFFICER ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE OFFICER CLASS 6

BRISBANE STATE OFFICE CO-ORDINATION SECTION

POSITION No. 1210 — $35,424-$40,693 Duties: Represent the Commission at Jnter-Departmencal Committee meetings to ensure that State and Local Government agencies are financially Involved in the National Aboriginal Health Strategy. Establish and maintain the Aboriginal Health and Substance Abuse database Monitor the implementation and evaluation of the National Aboriginal Health Strategy at the State level. Write reports, briefs and Commission correspondence and draft Ministerial correspondence.

Contact Officer: Toni Malamoo (07) 234 4222.

PROJECT OFFICER ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE OFFICER CLASS 5

CO-ORDINATION SECTION BRISBANE STATE OFFICE

POSITION No. 440 (EXPECTED VACANCY) $32,800-$34.778

Duties: As a member of a team within the Co-ordination Section be directly involved with a range of functions including: — A D P Co-ordination

— Ministerial correspondence — AEDP Program activities — Women's Issues on a State Wide basis — Program performance measurement

Contact Officer: Toni Malamoo (07) 234 4222.

SENIOR PROJECT OFFICER ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE OFFICER CLASS 6

BRISBANE STATE OFFICE AEDP SECTION

POSITION No. 1105 — S35.424-S40.693 Duties: Provide advice and assistance within the State on policy issues as they relate to Community Development Employment Projects (CDEP) and ensure a balanced and co-ordinated approach consistent with national policy to the Commission's CDEP programs and policies Through the State Manager, provide policy/program advice to Regional Offices and Central Office. Assist the State Manager with the development and review of CDEP projects

operated within the State

Contact Officer: John O'Connell (07) 234 4222

BUDGETS OFFICER ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE OFFICER CLASS 4

CORPORATE SERVICES SECTION BRISBANE STATE OFFICE

POSITION No. 1053 (EXPECTED VACANCY) S29.407-S31.929

Duties: Assist with Budget development and co-ordination functions to support the Commission's operations in the State involving: — Development and administration of State Office budget

— Co-ordination of Regional Office financial estimates — Assessment of estimates for compliance with budget policy requirements — Monitor compliance with estimates approved by the Minister

Assist with the development. Introduction and review of computerised financial management systems Assist with Regional awareness of and adhere to relevant guidelines and procedures for collection of program performance data

Contact Officer: Pat Pearson (07) 234 4222

It Is in (he interest of all applicants to obtain the selection criteria and to frame their applications accordingly. Contact Lynette Hamilton on (07) 234 4222 for a copy of the duty statement and selection criteria Please submit one application for each position. All applications marked Confidential' should address the selection criteria and be

forwarded to

STAFFING CO-ORDINATOR ABORIGINAL & TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER COMMISSION

GPO BOX 2472 BRISBANE, QLD 4001

Applications close: 24 April 1992

retail stores, workshops and horticulture.

"This will be a significant step towards self-management and economic independence which Aboriginal communities are striving for," Dr Watson said.

Dr Watson was speaking after the release of the State Government's formal response to the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody.

"Land and tenure was identified as a key issue by the Royal Commission which reported that the removal of Aboriginal people from their land has had the most profound effect on their society," Dr Watson said.

"The (WA) State Government has a strong commitment to providing Aboriginal communities with secure title to living areas for cultural, social and economic purposes.

"An attempt by the Labor Government in 1985 to address this issue through the provision of freehold title was defeated by the conservative-dominated Upper House.

"Since then, the Government has attempted to meet the social, cultural and economic needs of Aboriginal people through existing legislation. This has involved the granting of 99-year leases, 50-year special purpose leases, the purchase of pastoral stations, the transfer of mission lands and town reserves and the provision of excisions

for living areas on pastoral leases. "Since 1983 secure tenure has been

created for 64 new Aboriginal living areas accommodating more than 3000 people, mostly in the Pilbara, Kimberley and central reserve areas.

"This compares with a total of four living areas created in the previous 10 years of Liberal Governments.

"The new living areas have enabled many people to escape serious social problems such as alcoholism and juvenile crime that unfortunately exist in town reserves," Dr Watson said.

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The South Australian Government wants a United Nations conference in Geneva in July to pressure Britain to clean-up the remote atomic testing site at Maralinga in the State's north. The South Australian Minister for

Aboriginal Affairs Minister, Mr Mike Rann, said last week that he had writ­ten to the Federal Government seek­ing help to have the issue discussed by the international conference of the United Nations group on indigenous populations.

Mr Rann said the Maralinga Abor­igines had suffered enormously from the nuclear testing on their lands in the 1950s, parts of which remained dangerously contaminated.

But despite a royal commission finding the British Government re­sponsible for the clean-up and com-

calls for UN in Maralinga pensation, nothing had been done. "Unfortunately the British Govern­

ment will still not acknowledge its moral responsibilities," Mr Rann said. "It's now time for the international

spotlight to be focussed on the Maral­inga issue."

No charges laid over fire-bombing

Brisbane police have yet to charge anyone in connection with the fire bombing a month ago of the home of Aboriginal activist Don Davidson.

Mr Davidson, the co-ordinator of the Brisbane Tribal Council, com­plained when the police refused to place a 24-hour watch on his home — a stance maintained despite interven­tion by Federal Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs Rob­ert Tickner.

Deputy commissioner of operations Jim O'Sullivan had foreshadowed an arrest by last week, judging by prog­ress being made in investigations.

However, police media spokesman Ian Hatcher said charges had yet to be laid.

KIRSTIE PARKER.

ARNHEMLAND PROGRESS ASSOCIATION

INC. "Unity through Enterprise"

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The Arnhcmland Progress Association Inc. (A.L.P.A.) a wholly Aboriginal owned retail business with twenty years experience, an annual turn-over in excess of SI I million invites applications for the position of Executive Director located in our Darwin Head Office. A.L.P.A. was formed by the Uniting Church in North­ern Australia and is now owned collectively by the residents of five Arnhemland Aboriginal Communities. It operates supermarkets in ten Aboriginal communities and employs approximately 80 Aboriginal people. Reporting directly lo the Aboriginal Board of Directors the Executive Director is responsible for the strategic plans which ensure the Association meets with its con­stitutional objective 'to farther the social and economic development of Aboriginal people'. A.L.P.A. seeks a dynamic corporate achiever with: • Management experience in a commercial operation ol

a comparable size at a senior level. • A team leader. • Financial Management skills. • Good written and verbal communication skills. • Empathy with the aspirations of Aboriginal people

which includes operating in a manner which honours and respects cultural tradition and is compatible with

Christian ethics. • An ability to understand and explain the legal situa­

tions in which Aboriginal people arc placed tnrougn

changing government legislation. The position offers the successful applicant an °PP°r1"' nity to lead a dynamic business team which by i« nature plays an increasing role in community oeve op-ment. A salary package commensurate with the P°s,l'° will be negotiated. Applications will be treated in t^ strictest confidence and should be made to:

The Chairman, ALPA Inc. PO Box 39731, Winnellie, N.T. 0821

6. THE KOORI MAIL, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 1992.

Actors reject police compensation offer

T w o Aboriginal actors held at gunpoint by police have rejected a compensation payment from the Police Department following a controversial Tactical Response Group operation.

Actors Frank Nannup and Rhonda Collard said the conditions attached to the offer were unacceptable because they left them with no recourse to action against the officers involved.

part of the condition of payment offered to the two was that they sign an agreement not to pursue any further action against the officers involved, the Police Department or the State Government.

Mrs Collard, w h o said she had a shotgun pointed at her head during the operation on September 6, 1991. in Lord Street, Perth, w a s offered $3600 and Mr Nannup $3000.

It is believed that the two are seeking

to take action through the O m b u d s ­man's office after an internal police investigation cleared officers of any wrongdoing.

On the night of the raid, Mr Nannup and Mrs Collard were travelling h o m e after appearing in a play about racial harassment which w a s staged as part of national Aboriginal W e e k celebrat­ions.

Police stopped Mrs Collard's car after receiving a report that someone in the car had a handgun.

The police officers involved denied that shotguns or other long-barrelled weapons were used during the incident.

Despite a public apology and recommendation for compensation by Police Commissioner Brian Bull after the raid, the W A Police Union ran a full page advertisement in The We s t Australian newspaper denying any

400 leave Palm Island The Department of Family Services

and Aboriginal Islander Afiairs says claims that water shortages on Queens­land's Palm Island have driven away more than half of the island's residents are wildly inflated.

Earlier reports said 1900 people out of 2800 on the island had left to spend time with relatives of friends on the mainland until the shortage was over.

A departmental spokesperson told the Koori Mail the figure would be clos­er to 400 people. However, he admitted the 'dry' wet season was still causing problems on the island.

The mass exodus indicates residents were less than impressed with assur­ances by the Queensland Minister for Family Services and Aboriginal Affairs Anne Warner that the State Government

By KIRSTIE PARKER

""ATSIC ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT

ISLANDER COMMISSION Canberra

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commis­sion is an equal opportunity employer. Applica­tions from Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged. Selection for the position will be on the basis of specified criteria which includes an ability to com­municate effectively with Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders and a knowledge and understand-ing ol their cultures, ft is in the interest of candidates to obtain both duty statement and selection criteria and frame their applications accordingly.

Corporate Services Division

Administrative Service Officer Class 6, $35,424 - $40,693

Finance Branch Accounts Section POSITION NUMBER 269

We are seeking an organised and motivated officer to be responsible for the oversight, management and training of staff engaged in: • Processing of accounts for payment; • Collection of banking of Commission Monies; • Travel arrangements; • Individual and inter-regional sundry debtors' operations.

The successful applicant would need to have a knowledge of Government and commercial accounting requirements, including an ability to work with computer based financial systems.

Contact Officer for enquiries: Mr John Eldridge on (06) 289 3300.

Selection documentation is available from the con­tact officer.

Applications quoting the position details should be submitted to:

Recruitment Manager Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commission POBox 17 WODEN ACT 2606

Applications close C O B 16 April 1992.

would not allow water on the island to run out. The community is already on severe

water rations. A Catholic school on the island has been closed, as has a cafe­teria where it was feared public toilets would consume too much precious wa­ter. The department's spokesperson said

there was an estimated 180 megalitres left in the island's dam.

"There's considerable debate about how long that will last but at current usage, probably 100 days." he said. "The current usage is 1.3 megalitres

per day. That gives us more than 100 days but once we get down to the bot­tom there are problems. W e would not be able to use the last 50 magalitres because of problems with sludge." He said water tanks had been moved

to the island and the Palm Island Abor­iginal Council, which held talks with ATSIC and Department representatives last week, simply had to 'say the word' and water would be , brought in by barge. The spokes­

person quashed a fear expressed by a doctor at the is­land's hospital that outbreaks of gas­troenteritis and even cholera were possible if sewer­age was out.

"The bottom line is we would not let the sewerage not >->« •-'v-a-e operate," he said. ANNE WARNER

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Continuous water supply for Horn, Thursday islands Thursday and Horn Islands in the Tor­res Strait finally have their long-awaited year-round water supply and are no lon­ger reliant on monsoon rains.

Deputy Premier Tom Burns last week officially opened the new $13 million dam-pipeline project, which includes the $7.95 million Loggy Creek Dam on Horn Island, a $2.39 million pipeline, pump station and reservoir on the island, an underwater pipeline to Thursday Island and connection to the Thursday Island reservoir.

The Water Resources Commission designed and built the project.

wrongdoing by its members. Police Union Secretary Ric

Stingemore said last w e e k that the union believed no compensation offer should have been made.

Mr Stingemore w a s reported as saying 'Some people w h o aren't of Aboriginal descent would be wondering w h y they haven't been offered compensation'.

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UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN SYDNEY Booloobidja Aboriginal Educational Centre

The University of Western Sydney (UWS) is a Federated Network University, constituted from three previous institutions, Hawkesbury Agricultural College, Macarthur Institute of Higher Education & Nepean College of Advanced Education. U W S serves a region which has the largest urban concentration of Aboriginal people in the country. In line with the rest of the region this population is increasing rapidly and includes a high proportion of young people.

The U W S Booloobidja Aboriginal Education Centre (AEC) is a university-wide centre, servicing the University Members - U W S , Hawkesbury, U W S , Macarthur & U W S , Nepean. The Centre is hosted by UW S , Macarthur and located at its Milperra campus. U W S Booloobidja A E C has a commitment through its Aboriginal Liaison Units (ALU) to accessing and supporting Aboriginal people enrolled in university courses and establishing a Research Unit as well as an Academic Programs Unit.

The U W S Booloobidja A E C is seeking applications from appropriately qualified and experienced people for the following positions:

SECRETARY 3 YEAR CONTRACT Ref. No. 92/53 Salary: $27,509 - $29,116 pa

Applications are invited from qualified and experienced secretaries to provide secretarial support to the U W S Booloobidja Aboriginal Education Centre Directorate.

The successful applicant will: • be proficient in computerised word processing, preferably Macintosh • provide confidential secretarial services and clerical support in the Directorate • have a high level of communication and interpersonal skills • apply appropriate protocols • be prepared to work as part of a team.

This position is based at the Milperra Campus of U W S , Macarthur.

RESEARCH & RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT OFFICER Salary: $39,463 - $48,688 pa 2 YEAR CONTRACT Rjef. No. 92/54 The successful applicant will be directly responsible to the Director for the establishment of the U W S Booloobidja A E C Research Unit. The position will be based at the Milperra Campus of U W S , Macarthur and will involve some travel across campuses.

Responsibilities will include: • Compilation of statistical information e.g. Aboriginal student enrolment/graduate detail on computer • Establishing a Research Unit for the U W S Booloobidja A E C • Developing a research plan for the U W S Booloobidja A E C which sets out clear priorities and resource

implications • Providing advice and support to U W S Booloobidja A E C staff and U W S academics regarding research

projects involving Aboriginal people/communities • Production of a U W S Booloobidja A E C Newsletter • Development and production of resource materials

Essential: • The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate acceptability to Aboriginal people • Experience and skills in a wide-variety of research contexts • Possession of an appropriate university qualification(s) • Extensive experience in working for and with Aboriginal people/communities at a variety of levels • Excellent communication and negotiation skills • Knowledgee of current national and state policies in Aboriginal Education • Level of proficiency in a variety of computer applications e.g. data base, spreadsheet, word processing • Must hold a current driver's licence

Desirable: • Experience working in u university Aboriginal Education environment.

For further information contact Wendy Holland (02) 772 9420 or Colin McLaughlin (02) 772 9415.

Applications for the above two (2) positions quoting Ref. No., detailing previous work experience and qualifications including the names, addresses and telephone no's of three (3) confidential referees should be forwarded to the Personnel Officer, Recruitment, P O Box 555, Campbelltown 2560 by April 13, 1992.

HEAD: ABORIGINAL LIAISON UNIT Salary: $33,385 - $41,981 pa 3 YEAR CONTRACT Ref. No. 92/36H The successful applicant will be responsible for the establishment of an Aboriginal Liaison Unit (ALU) at U W S Hawkesbury based at Richmond. Aboriginal students at U W S , Hawkesbury are enrolled in a range of mainstream courses e.g. Agriculture, Nursing, Science, Food Technology and Horticulture.

This appointee will be responsible on a day-to-day basis to the U W S , Hawkesbury Director of Student Services for • Effective financial management and the day-to-day operation of the Hawkesbury A L U • Facilitating awareness of Aboriginal issues for both staff and students • Providing advice to senior U W S , Hawkesbury staff on matters relating to Aboriginal issues • Developing and assisting with the teaching of Aboriginal perspectives in U W S , Hawkesbury courses • Support and advocacy for Aboriginal students • Promoting educational opportunities available for Aboriginal people at U W S , Hawkesbury • Assisting Aboriginal people in gaining access to higher education • Co-operating with the U W S Booloobidja A E C Directorate and with the other member ALU's in achieving

the goals of the U W S Aboriginal Education Strategic Plan.

Essential: • The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate acceptability to Aboriginal people • Possession of an appropriate tertiary qualification • Extensive experience in working for and with Aboriginal people/communities at a variety of levels • Excellent communication and negotiation skills • Proven educational management and administrative skills and demonstrated ability to lead and motivate

both staff and students • Substantial experience in teaching/lecturing and educational counselling • Knowledge of and commitment to the implementation of Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative

Action principles and Occupational Health & Safety policies, procedures and practices.

Desirable: • Knowledge of current national and state policies in Aboriginal Education • Experience in working in a tertiary Aboriginal Education environment • Experience in using computers.

For further information contact Trevor Hulme or Jenny Baines (045) 70 1272.

Applications in writing quoting the above reference number and including your business hours contact number and the names and phone numbers of three (3) professional referees should be addressed to reach the Human Resources Manager, University of Western Sydney, Hawkesbury, Richmond 2753 by April 13,1992.

L An Equal Opportunity Employer

THE KOORI MAIL. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 1992. 7.

Aboriginal Advisory Council to assist

Western Australia's peak Aboriginal advisory body, the Aboriginal Advisory Council (AAC), will play a major role in the implementation of the State's re­sponse to the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody.

The WA Minister for Aboriginal Af­fairs, Dr Judyth Watson-, said the AAC would meet early this month to consider the State Government's response and advise on priorities and strategies for the implementation program.

"In preparation for this vital role, the AAC has been restructured to reflect more accurately the needs of Aboriginal people in Western Australia," Dr Watson said.

QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT

DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY SERVICES AND ABORIGINAL AND ISLANDER AFFAIRS DIVISION OF ABORIGINAL

AND ISLANDER AFFAIRS

CO-ORDINATOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRATT ISLANDER ^ HOUSING S1KATEGIC PLAN BRISBANE

Temporary Position for 12 months

$43,227 - 546,306 p.a. (A06) Vacancy Reference No.: FS 25/92

The Organisation: The Division provides a range of services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people on communities and in urban and rural areas throughout the State. Ensuring the rights of these groups through consultation, negotiation and legal process is an important feature. Other services include infrastructure maintenance on communities, construction and rental of houses in urban areas and funding support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Councils throughout the State, The Division also undertakes active promotion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture. The Position: Housing is available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through Commonwealth and State Government Programs in addition to private rental and home ownership. A Strategic Housing Plan is being developed to ensure that Government services are clearly directed in a manner that most effectively addresses the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This position will be responsible for co-ordinating community input to the Strategic Plan. It will require extensive travel throughout Queensland on a regular basis. Selection Criteria: Applicants are required to demonstrate the following attributes: * A thorough knowledge of Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in metropolitan, provincial and community council managed areas.

• Knowledge and understanding of culture and protocol of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

• Good skills in negotiating with individuals and groups from within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

• Relevant experience in project management and co-ordination.

• Written communication skills. In view of the scope of the role, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are best qualified to undertake the position. Non-Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants will require extensive experience in working positively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to be seriously considered for this position. Enquiries: Contact Adrian Padmore, telephone (07) 224 2796. Further Information: Applicants are encouraged to obtain an information package which includes a full position description, telephone (07) 224 7025. The closing date: for applications is 5.00p.m., Monday, 13th April, 1992. APPLICATIONS Applications for the above position should be forwarded to: The Vacancy Processing Officer

Department of Family Services and Aboriginal and Islander Affairs G P O Box 806 Brisbane, Qld. 4001

by the specified closing date. The Queensland Government is an Equal

Opportunity Employer. A non-smttking policy operates in all Government Buildings. M

Military cadets get 21 days for racist act

Four Duntroon military cadets w ho painted themselves black and wore nooses around their neck had 'had the book thrown at them', the Federal Gov­ernment said last week.

The four cadets parodied Aboriginal deaths in custody while attending a par­ty at the Duntroon Royal Military Col­lege on March 21, just days after reve­lations of similar actions involving N ew South Wales police.

Defence, Science and Personnel Min­ister Gordon Bilney, described the paro­dy as a 'copy-cat' incident and offered his personal apology to Australia's Aboriginal community, said the cadets concerned had been confined to bar­racks for 21 days and had their privi­leges withdrawn for a further two weeks.

But the punishment has been criticis­ed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Is­lander Commission (ATSIC) director Geoff Shaw, who said all four offenders should be dismissed from the army 'as soon as possible'.

"In the first instance I'd like to see (their training) terminated and if that can't happen, I'd like to see a public apology to the Aboriginal community," Mr Shaw said.

"You've got to consider that as offi­cers they are likely to serve for about 20 years and in that case, I pity the poor Aboriginal people under their com­mand."

Aboriginal Affairs Minister Robert Tickner said he had received a personal

call about the incident from Defence Minister Robert Ray.

"He was upset and angry and assured m e the people involved in the incident had the book thrown at them," Mr Tick­ner said.

"This incident is particularly distress­ing in view of the fact that the forces have a pretty good record in regard to Aboriginal relations, and in view of the very large number of Aboriginal person­nel within the forces."

Mr Tickner said the incident went fur­ther than being a 'copy-cat' party act, and w a s symptomatic of the 'much

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Redfern task force abandoned A N e w South Wales Police Association committee set up recently to improve

police and Aboriginal community relations in the inner Sydney suburb of Redfern has folded before the first meeting was held. The task force was abandoned after Police Minister Ted Pickering, Police

Commissioner Tony Lauer and Aborig-

Govt denies delaying Gundy

compensation payment The NSW Government has denied

delaying a compensation settlement for the family of David Gundy, who was shot dead by police during a dawn raid on his Mar rick ville home in 1989.

The NSW Minister for Police, Mr Ted Pickering, said the government had always been 'more than willing' to reach a settlement with Mr Gundy s widow and son, Dolly and Bradley Eatts. Mr Gundy was shot by police in a

dawn raid while they were looking for another man. Mr Pickering said Commissioner

Wootten, of the Aboriginal Deaths in Custody Royal Commission, in 1990 had recommended the government 'make amends to Doreen (Dolly) and Bradley Eatts', advising that the matter should be settled by negotiation If possible'.

The Aboriginal Legal Service served a detailed claim on behalf of Dolly and Bradley on January 29 this year, Mr Pickering said. He said the Government had

already paid more than $130,000 to Dolly to assist in meeting miscellaneous living and travelling expenses, funeral expenses, the cost of grief counselling and legal costs.

inal leaders refused to take part in the. first proposed meeting.

Shane Phillips, of the Redfern Aborig­inal Corporation, who had been asked to be a panel member, said last week that he had believed that it was inap­propriate to expect just two people to represent the community.

Mr Phillips said the decision had been made in consultation with former Royal Commissioner for the Aboriginal Deaths in Custody inquiry, Mr Hal Wootten, who also was to be a panel member.

"If the police were 'hat serious they could consult the community first," Mr Phillips said.

"The whole community has to be in­volved in setting up a panel for it to be effective and break the incarceration cycle."

Aboriginal activist Lyle Munro, of the Redfern Legal Service, said that unless initiatives come from the Aboriginal people it is 'no go'.

He said the task force had been an imposition which had been politically expedient lor the police at the time and had gone through the usual line-up of 'accepted' speakers.

A Police Association spokesman, LLoyd Taylor, said he was surprised no one could be bothered to sit down with the association and address problems with the Aboriginal community.

"Unfortunately there was not a com­mitment from the parties that were invit­ed to attend," Mr Taylor said.

"The Aboriginal community along with the police and a number of other partici­pants — the Commissioner's office and the Police Minister — they didn't wish to be involved.

"It really was not of any use for just ourselves to be involved, so w e dis­banded the committee." Mr Taylor said the Association had accepted an offer to join a similar committee set up by Mr Lauer.

deeper' social problem of racism across all sections of the community.

"It's just further proof of everything I've been saying about what we've been taught at school and what we've grown up with," Mr Tickner said.

"It's further evidence of the problems that have been reported by the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody."

Mr Bilney said action had been taken almost immediately the men had arrived at the party on March 21.

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8. THE KOORI MAIL, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 1992.

t k m g a s angry at leniency over racist crossword

THE LOCALS we would all like to exterminate (answer: niggers). NIGGERS, unlike dogs, cannot be taught these as they are too stupid (tricks). W E W O U L D all like to requisition this for prisoners if allowed (rope). SOMETHING a nigger will never leave when he dies (estate). REPLY given to someone who tells you someone just shot a nigger (so). GOO PUT niggers on the earth because he made one of these and it was the one he must regret now (mistake). WHERE niggers are involved you should always — to kill (shoot).

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South Australia's Nungas are justifiably angry at the $125 fine imposed on a police constable who invented a racist crossword and pinned it to the door of a country police station.

A visiting white lawyer noticed the crossword and lodged an official complaint with the Police Complaints Authority last July.

The officer was fined last December for breach of discipline but the Aboriginal Legal Rights Movement (ALRM) was only alerted to the case last week. ALRM director M s Sandra Saunders

immediately released the crossword to the Adelaide daily newspaper, The Advertiser, to counter claims by the SA Police Association that there was no proof of police racism.

M s Saunders and Aboriginal and human rights groups have called for racist police to be expelled from the police force, but SA Police Association

president Mr Peter Alexander said the crossword was not bad enough to warrant expulsion.

M s Saunders last week said officers found guilty of racism should be dismissed or at the very least, charged under the Summary Offences Act which constitutes a fine of up to $1000 or three months imprisonment.

Deputy Police Commissioner Pat Hurley said the officer involved had not been charged under the Summary Offences Act, because the incident was outside the Statutory time limit onceknown to the authorities.

In his report tabled in State Parliament, Mr Hurley said the $125 fine was significant because it was 'towards the higher end of the scale since the maximum line is $150.

Mr Hurley also refuted Ms Saunders claims and concerns that the officer had been relocated to another significantly populated Aboriginal town.

'Macka's Monster' crossword appeared on Page 1 of The Advertiser on March 25.

section of the offending crossword.

'The crossword was not bad enough to warrant expulsion' — SA Police Association president Peter Alexander

No disciplinary action over 'parasite' tag

Northern Land Council Position Vacancy

SENIOR PROJECT OFFICER - ANTHROPOLOGY The Northern Land Council invites applications tor Ihe above position. Under the supervision of the Senior Anthropologist, the successful applicant will be responsible lor anthropologi­cal input into land claims and sea closures, including the hiring and supervision of consultants, in close liaison with legal and land tenure sections ol the NIC Must carry out fieldwork to identify Traditional owners ol Aboriginal land and land under claim Supervise staff and administer the Land Interest Refer­ence of the branch ensuring the LIR is organised in an efficient and confidential manner General assistance in administering the branch and planning budgets fo support the operetions of the section Must be willing to act in the position ol the Senior Anthropologist in that person's absence.

Applicants will need to have post graduate qualifications in Anthropology or a related discipline with extensive field work/field experience with Aboriginal people and a proven competence in communicating with them. Must have experi­ence, preferably active participation, in the land claim pro­cess Must demonstrate an ability to work effectively with legal and other professional staff as well as working with and supervising anthropological consultants. The successful appli­cant must be willing to travel and remain in remote areas for long periods Possession ol an "A" class drivers license is essential.

A knowledge of the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976 is essential and previous experience working (or a NT Land Council or similar organisation would be an advantage

The position oilers a three (3) year contract, conditional upon satisfactory completion ol a six month probationary period, five weeks annual leave, cumulative sick leave and district allowance. The successful applicant and his/her dependants will be provided with annual recreation leave air tares, equiva­lent to the cost of a return air fare to Adelaide

The position is at Senior Officer Grade C. Salary for the position commences at $4t,929 with annual increments to W5.546 Increments are subject lo satisfactory performance.

To obtain a duty statement and/or further information, please contact the Senior Administration Officer-Personnel on phone (089) 205100 or write to Ihem care of "Northern Land Council. PO 8ox 42921, Casuatina NT 0811"

Applications should be in writing, staling qualifications and experience and nominating referees, preferably current or previous employees, and sent to "The Director" care of the above address

The closing dale tot applications is Friday 24 April 1992

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged lo •pply

The Northern Land Council is a "smoke-free" environment.

By KIRSTIE PARKER

The Queensland National Party will not discipline the author of an editorial which appeared in the Young National Party's official magazine labelling Aborigines 'parasites' of Federal Treasury.

This was despite senior officials distancing the party from the comment.

A spokesperson for the Young National Party Kim Black told the Koori Mail the comment was purely the personal view of the magazine's editor Jake Smith, and was not considered an issue. The insult was also extended to

unionists, single mothers and some unemployed people.

In his editorial, Mr Smith accused the Labor government of failing to adequately fund Australia's defence force.

"Indeed over the last decade of socialism from Canberra, the Labor Government has sold out in favour of supporting our Treasury's greatest parasites, the unionists, the Aborigines, single mothers and the not-so-genuine unemployed," he wrote. The State director of the National

Party Ken Crooke referred to the

magazine's disclaimer which states views contained therein were not the necessarily those of the Party but said delegates to a recent central council meeting in Longreach were 'upset' by the editorial.

Mr Crooke's comments echoed those of the leader of the Queensland Nationals Rob Borbridge, whose photo and endorsement appeared in the magazine.

Mr Crooke said the Longreach meeting adopted an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander policy which continued the aim of assisting those in special need. He said the platform recognised Aboriginal and Islander Australians as full members of the community and supported assistance programs aimed at self achievement and self management. The Nationals' Member for Flinders

Bob Katter also rejected Mr Smith's comments, instead emphasising land ownership policies of the Federal and Queensland Governments which he said rendered Aborigines powerless. However, Labor's Federal Member for

Kennedy Rob Hulls said he believed Mr Smith's statements reflected the views of the other National Party members.

Mr Hulls called for Smith's sacking. PROVIDING A FORUM FOR INDIGENOUS WOMEN A four-day conference to develop a national agenda for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women opened in Canberra on Monday.

The conference aims to provide a forum for indigenous women for input to the national agenda for women being developed for the Year 2000 by the Office of Status of Women, according to ATSIC Chairperson, Lois O'Donoghue.

"The ATSIC Board ot Commissioners strongly supports this meeting, which is the first of what will be annual gatherings aimed at providing an advisory committee on women's issues for the Commission," Ms O'Donoghue said.

"This conference will draw together over one hundred delegates who represent the interests of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women in a number of important social, legal and enterprise areas.

"These include the National Council for Reconciliation, the National Consultative Council and the National Committee on Violence, in addition to international forums such as the International Indigenous Women's Conference and Human Rights section," Ms O'Donoghue said.

After an opening address by Ms O'Donoghue, the conference was opened by the Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs, Mr Robert Tickner.

The conference is being held at the Canberra Rex Hotel, Canberra.

Katrina Power gives an account of racism through Nunga eyes.

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"ATSIC ABORIGINAL A N D T O R R E S STRAIT

ISLANDER COMMISSION Tamworth Regional Office

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commis­sion is an equal opportunity employer. Applica­tions from Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged. Selection for the positions will be on the basis of specified criteria which includes an ability to com­municate effectively with Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders and a knowledge and understand­ing of their cultures. It is in the interest of candidates to obtain both duty statement and selection criteria and frame their applications accordingly.

Field Officer A S O Class 5, $32,800 - $34,778

Field Operations Section POSITION N U M B E R 648

Provide financial accounting, management and enterprise resource capacity in the assessment, development and implementation of projects and programs.

Women's Advisor A S O Class 4, $29,407 - $31,929

Women's Issues Section POSITION N U M B E R 652

Consult with Aboriginal women in order to identify and assess their needs and objectives.

Secretariat Officer A S O Class 5, $32,800 - $34,778

(Expected Vacancy) POSITION N U M B E R 654

Assist in the preparation of agendas for Regional Council meetings and arrange payment of travell­ing allowances, accommodation and sitting fees for Regional Councillors.

Business Services Officer

A S O Class 5, $32,800 - $34,778 (Expected Vacancy)

POSITION N U M B E R 657

Assist in the section and examine loan submis­sions, conduct interviews and prepare associated recommendations.

Aboriginal Employment Development Policy (AEDP) Officer

A S O Class 6, $35,424 - $40,693 AEDP Section

POSITION NUMBER 1085

This officer will assist the Regional Manager with the Development and review of the Aboriginal Employment Development Policy (AEDP) at com­munities within the Region. In consultation with communities, assess and recommend, project activities for inclusion in the programs-

Contact Officer for enquiries: Mr Bob Faulkner on (067) 66 7966

Selection Documentation is available from Ms Wendy Ruttley on (067) 66 7966.

Applications should be sent to:

State Staffing Coordinator Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

I Commission G P O Box 4193 SYDNEY N S W 2001

4 Applications close C O B 17 April 1992.

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brown's mart community arts

ABORIGINAL ISLANDER DANCER CHOREOGRAPHER To work with Brown's Mart Community Arts, Community Dance Programme. Ability to work in community dance and theatre choreography. 8 week residency. Up to $600 per week plus living allowance. Written applications and curriculum vitae, to: COMMUNITY DANCE, ABORIGINAL RESIDENCY

BROWN'S MART COMMUNITY ARTS GPO BOX 2429

DARWIN, NT 0801 For further information phone: 089 81 5522 CLOSING DATE: Friday April 17, 1992

'"ATSIC ̂ ABORIGINAL A N D T O R R E S STRAIT

ISLANDER COMMISSION

REGIONAL PLANS FOR KOORI COMMUNITY

Registration of Interest for Tendering The three elected Regional Councils of ATSIC in Victoria are currently developing Regional Plans to guide their activity in the next three years. The Plans will be developed over the next 12 months in close consultation with Kooris, Koori Organisations and a range of Government Depart­ments and Agencies. The plans will involve developing a preferred long range vision for the development of Kooris and appropriate short term goals and strategies to move towards the longer term vision. The plans will involve a range of skills and exper­tise including community development, futures planning, social planning, policy analysis, data base design and management, business development and traditional strategic and corporate planning skills. A register of prospective tenders is being called for by interested firms, tertiary institutions and consul­tants. Prospective tenders are requested to write detailing their skills, expertise and experience in working with Koori communities in these areas by Friday the 17th April to the Manager of Training Planning, ATSIC S T A T E OFFICE. 8th floor, 399 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne 3000. For further information contact Andrew McEwen (03) 604 4421

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New rules to protect

caravan park residents in NSW

Caravan park residents have greater tenancy rights under new regulations which came into effect on March 30, New South Wales Housing Minister Joe Schipp said.

Changes to the Residential Tenancies Act and the introduction of a code of practice would enable disputes involving changes to park rules to now be heard by the Residential Tenancies Tribunal, as well as provide grounds for the ter­mination of a tenancy.

Caravan and relocatable home park owners were now required to give 180 days notice instead of 60 days if they wanted to terminate tenancy without giving grounds.

Residents would also have to give 30 days notice to terminate a lease agree­ment rather than the previous 21day requirement, he said.

"It is important that basic tenancy rights be established so there can be some certainty in tenants' relationships with park owners," Mr Schipp said.

Many Aboriginal people live in cara­van parks. He said the government would soon

introduce changes to the Local Govern­ment Act so leases of up to 20 years would be permitted in certain cases.

Four young Aboriginal people have begun work at Coles/Mart at Ballina in Northern New South Wales through the traineeship program.

The trainees, Alana Smith, Tammy Manton, Paul Widders and Barry Phyball, and two other Aboriginal clients have obtained traineeships through the Lismore Industry Service unit and the Ballina C E S during the past three months.

Mr Graham Marlowe, of the Ballina CES, says these young clients are special as he knows of only one other Aboriginal trainee working in the retail sector on the North Coast.

"A traineeship, like an apprenticeship, gives young people a chance to gain the qualifications you need to succeed in almost any industry," Mr Marlowe said.

"Sixty-five percent of trainees stay with their employees and more than 80 percent of trainees remain in permanent jobs.

"Industries like retailing, automotive, hospitality, building and construction, rural, banking and timber have already introduced traineeships.

"Traineeships have already been created in the the Australian Public Service, State Local and Territory governments, and some statutory authorities and instrumentalities.

"Traineeships provide equal employment opportunities for young men and women of eligible age.

"All 16, 17 and 18 year olds are eligible to participate in traineeships. Under special circumstances, 15 and 19-years-old can also apply. "A traineeship gives Aboriginal and

Islander people the training and need to further ourselves within the wider community.

"A traineeship is a step in the right directions to give all young people skills to participate in a competitive world." • Graham Marlowe, of Ballina CES, trainees Paul Widders and Barry Phyball, Ballina Kmart manager Alun Noll, trainee Alana Smith, Kmart personnel manager Robyn Holloway,

and trainee T a m m y Manton.

r ATSIC "" ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT

ISLANDER COMMISSION Canberra

LISMORE REGIONAL OFFICE The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged. Selection for the positions will be on the basis of specified criteria which includes an ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders and a knowledge and understanding of their cultures. It is in the interest of can­didates to obtain both duty statement and selection criteria and frame their apptications accordingly.

Project Officer ASO Class 5

$32,800 - $34,778 POSITION N U M B E R 1301

As the Community Development Employ­ment Policy (CDEP) officer responsible for monitoring and support of CDEP commu­nities, be directly involved with a range of functions including the preparation of a schedule of visits to CDEP communities. co-ordinate with relevant agencies, under­take a census and assist with reviews of CDEP program activities. Contact Officer for enquiries: Ms Kaye Rainey on (06) 289 8865.

Selection documentation will be available from the contact officer.

Applications should be sent to:

Recruitment Manager ATSIC PO Box 17 W O D E N ACT 2606

Applications close COB 24 April 1992.

10. THE KOORI MAIL, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 1992.

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FROM THE INSIDE

Aboriginol prisoners need cultural, generol education

In light of the findings a n d ' recommendations of the Royal Commission into Black D e a t h s in Custody, most of which are treated with indifference by the N e w South Wales Department of Corrective Services (DCS), Aboriginal inmates still have no solid, on-going positive p r o g r a m s available to t h e m to assist their rehabilitation. Availability of cultural and general

education for Aboriginal inmates of N e w south Wales prisons needs attention.

Admittedly, non-Aboriginals have little

ottered to them, so given that standard prison.

Review of the Adoption Information Act 1990

Law Reform Commission is reviewing the Adoption

The NSW currently Information Act 1990, in accordance with an undertaking given by the Government when the Act was passed. The Commission invites any person who is affected by the Act or has comments on its implementation to participate in the review. Submissions: Submissions and comments may be made to the Commission by telephone, in writing, or in person and should be received by 1 May, 1992. The Commission intends to report by 30 June, 1992. If requested, submissions will be treated confidentially. Issues Paper: Copies of an Issues Paper explaining the matters to be addressed by the review can be obtained from the Commission. Public Hearing: Submissions may also be presented to a public hearing to be held in Sydney commencing at 9.30 am on April 13, 1992 at the Maritime Services Board Conference Centre, Level 5, MSB Tower, 207 Kent Street, Sydney. Country Hearings: Private consultations and public hearings will also be held in: Newcastle, Dubbo, Tamworth, Lismore, Wollongong, Queanbeyan and Wagga.

Details are available from the Commission and will be advertised locally. Please contact the Commission in advance to arrange an appointment to speak at a public hearing or to present your submission privately. Submissions and enquiries should be directed to:

Mr. Peter Hennessy Executive Director NSW Law Reform Commission GPO Box 5199 SYDNEY N S W 2001 Ph: (02) 252 3855 Fax: (02) 247 1054

and the status of Aboriginal people in white society, one can grasp slightly what it would be like for an Aborigine trying to m a k e the best of a sad predicament and endeavouring to seize

Just recently M u m Shirl w h o w a s very nearly denied access to the Aboriginal inmates of the Lithgow Correctional Centre b e c a u s e the Superintendent, w h o is apathetic towards the needs of

By MICHAEL CLEVANS from the Lithgow Correctional Centre

the opportunity of gaining an education or helpful skill while in prison.

This is very disturbing b e c a u s e in talks with various Aboriginal inmates most had believed that prison w a s one place where they could, due to the lifestyle forced upon them, gain an education.

This notion c a m e about from the realisation that although they w e r e isolated from their communities, they were chiefly a w a y from influences that were devastating their communities and preventing them from attaining their rightful position in mainstream society.

Institutionalised racism played a big role, but blame for the breakdown of the structure of Aboriginal society centred wholly upon the interconnected, widespread drug and alcohol abuse seen as a direct symptom consequent to the various forms of racism suffered.

Incidentally, well over 90 percent are incarcerated as a result of drug and/or alcohol related crime. This statistic applies not only to Aboriginal m e n imprisoned, but also to Aboriginal w o m e n and juveniles.

In a few prisons a small number of Aboriginal people regularly visit Aboriginal inmates.

O n e such organisation of people is the Aboriginal Corporation for Homeless and Rehabilitation Community Services, which offers a wide range of programs, but there are a few co n c e r n e d individuals w h o give their time towards the immense amount of work required in seeing to the welfare of Aboriginal inmates.

These people are doing as m u c h as possible without standing on the toes of the powers that be, but their work is always under dire threat because entry into the prison dependent upon the judgment of the superintendent of the

Koori inmates, did not like the person accompanying M u m Shirl.

Although scenarios vary from prison to prison, the situation at the Lithgow Correctional Centre (LCC) is typical of the m a n y struggles encountered by Aboriginal inmates throughout Australia.

The L C C cost about $ 6 0 m to build and is the latest institution in the N e w South Wales prison system — Windsor not being fully occupied and in operation at the time of writing.

The L C C has been in operation for over a year — and for just as long the Aboriginal inmates h a v e b e e n approaching the superintendent and the senior education officer for the implementation of Aboriginal art, culture and history classes.

O n e year and a hundred broken promises d o w n the track the Koori inmates have been offered nothing except the statement, 'you m o b want equality — g o join the mainstream classes'.

The Koori inmates have tried in vain to explain to the senior education officer that the need for their o w n classes, taught by Aboriginal tutors, is not racist of separatist, but a vital cultural inclination.

The Koori inmates felt that the need to be taught by their o w n people the things importance that they wanted to learn would not only assist in their self-rehabilitation, but most importantly might help them understand w hy and h o w they went wrong, therefore helping them m a k e any necessary adjustments to their lifestyle so they could contribute their talents in a positive m a n n e r towards Aboriginal society.

Sadly, the D C S does not understand this, nor do they have any firm policy regarding Aboriginal inmates cuKural and educational needs, and therefore are not lawfully required to put into

'

Inquiry into police beating claim The Victoria Police internal Investigation unit Is reportedly examining a 17-year-old Aborigine's claim that he was repeatedly assaulted by police who arrested him in suburban Preston last week. The Age newspaper said a police spokesman had said that the youth had

been arrested and charged with assaulting police earlier In the day. The spokesman told the paper that the youth had lodged an otflcial

complaint and that the matter was under Investigation. The youth spoke to The Age after reportedly receiving treatment for Injuries at

the Aboriginal Health Centre In Fitzroy. The paper reports says that a doctor's certificate said that he had suffered

lacerations to his head and ear, abrasions on his leg, a cut to the forehead and a swollen shoulder. The youth said he was walking back to a party In West Preston on Thursday

night when a police car stopped and two female police officers questioned him.

He said he only gave the officers his name, and walked away. The youth said a policewoman got out of the car and beat him with batons

and kicked him when he fell to the ground. He said he stood up, threw 'one or two punches to defend myself, and ran. The youth said he hid In a garage for 30 minutes before two policemen found

him. He said he was beaten again and then taken to the Reservoir Police Station where he was locked in a room, assaulted, verbally abused and taunted about his race.

He was transferred to Preston Police Station, where he was charged with assaulting police, resisting arrest and drunkeness. He was locked in a holding cell and released at 9 am, the paper said.

action p r o g r a m s relevant to the aspirations of Aboriginal people in prisons.

Also, there is so m u c h needed unity a m o n g the various individuals and organisations w h o rate the welfare of Aboriginal inmates a priority.

This calls for attention on the part of Aboriginal Australia.

Obviously, the Australian government will not always have a laid-back attitude towards the plight of Aboriginal people in its prisons, and elsewhere.

S o as in the past w e have got to unite, get our act together, form our o w n m a n d a t e and put it into action regardless of the non-commitment of the Australian government. W e should also call on ATSIC to declare its policy on Aboriginal and Islander people in custody, especially regarding this matter.

The wide range of issues concerning Aboriginal people in prisons that need to be addressed include consideration of alternatives to incarceration and bail assistance.

^ATSIC ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT

ISLANDER COMMISSION Canberra

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Com­mission is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged. Selection for the positions will be on the basis of specified criteria which includes an ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and a knowledge and understanding of their cultures. It is in the interest of candidates to obtain both duty statement and selection criteria and frame their applications accordingly.

CORPORATE SERVICES DIVISION

Senior Officer GRADE C, $41,929 -$45,546

Finance Branch Accounts Section POS. MO. 1225

W e are seeking an organised and motivated officer to assist in the development of the Com­mission's budgetary and financial policies and financial procedures. Continually review the existing financial procedures and guidelines for consistency with legislative, accountability and other requirements and provide advice as nec­essary on their interpretation and application.

The successful applicant will possess strong analytical and written communication skills. Experience or aptitude for policy analysis and the development, implementation and evalua­tion of operating procedures and guidelines.

Contact Officer for enquiries: Mr John Eldridge on (06) 289 3300.

Selection documentation is available from the contact officer.

Senior Officer GRADE C, $41,929 - $45,546

Finance Branch Accounts Section POS. NO. 1302

As Manager of the Accounts Section, assist with the administration of the Commission's Financial Management Information system. Continuously review commission accounting operations to ensure compliance with Minister­ial Finance Directions and relevant procedures and instructions.

Contact Officer for enquiries: Mr John Eldridge on (06) 289 3300.

Selection documentation is available from the contact officer.

Applications quoting the position details should be submitted to:

Recruitment Manager ATSIC P O Box 17 W O D E N A C T 2606

Applications close C O B 24 April 1992.

THE KOORI MAIL, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 1992. 11.

PC Solv There are no locks at Pe

Farm, near Chillagoe, in th Queensland.

Just a handful of volun financial and socials oddst< success rata with their you

Petford was established i ager Geoff Guest says, t< people who wanted jobs bi

"It's for kids who need f-back to school and get families," Mr Guest said.

In the past 13 years, mc youths from surrounding ar Darwin have passed throi station and social skills.

Staff spend much of theii the boys and their families have arisen, in some cas< stance abuse, and frustrati

Recently, Mr Guest and Cec Mawdesley held talks Aboriginal and Torres Strai Robert Tickner and the Fe dy, Rob Hulls.

'Positive' was how Mr G which centred on Petford' and the ongoing rehabilitate its care.

" W e were told ATSIC under a lot of pressure — got enough money, they money out to a few. W e c; Guest said.

"It is up to the commi would support what we an

At present, funding assi a typist, an offsider and so from Aboriginal Hostels Lir of Aboriginal Services.

Mr Guest estimated he ploughed $150,000 of the>

There can be anywhere between 18 and 35 Aboriginal youths staying at Petford at any one time. Money is scarce but training in work and social skills continues regardless. "We try to get the boys to a stage where they can go back to families and communities," said founder/manager Geoff Guest.

The founder/managers | couple estimate they ha»9 :

Mawdesley believes they a

12. THE KOORI MAIL, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 1992.

V

fFORD TRAINING FARM ig problems for 1500 youths Aboriginal Training ilated Far North of

managing against jeve an 80 per cent larges. , 19, as founder/man-p young Aboriginal j no work skills. ind who want to go i or back to their

I an 1500 Aboriginal ind as far away as letford — learning

mediating between jig problems which Dm alcohol or sub-: lith schooling. lord's administrator inberra with Federal ider Affairs Minister I Member for Kenne-described the talks i iblems with funding I the young people in

ndling it. ATSIC is . ( know they haven't it quiet and give

i their problem," Mr

srs but Mr Tickner ig." I from that pays for ids. The rest comes and the Department

. bis wife Norma had imoney into Petford

during the past six years, but Mr Mawdesley said the figure would be closer to $300,000.

"And that's still being conservative," he said. Money is so tight that sleeping quarters for the

older boys which burned down five months ago have yet to be replaced.

"Currently w e have the older boys in railway huts and tents," Mr Guest said.

" W e are keeping our numbers down. W e can really only take desperate cases. W e have people ringing and saying 'this person might die' but w e are just having to say no because w e just don't have the quarters.

"It is really worrying me." Fortunately, Mr Guest was recently informed that

ATSIC had allocated $30,000 for a new ablutions block. At present there are only two toilets for between 40 and 50 people.

Petford has become involved in an enterprise that could open up a whole new industry in Far North Queensland — essential oils.

They recently planted more than 5000 tea and eucalypt trees, which give a very high grade oil that can be put to a variety of uses including human and animal wealth.

"It will be a new industry for the north, it might be four years before it comes on track, but it is com­ing," Mr Guest said.

It will be 12 to 18 months before Petford's first harvest but Mr Guest said that there had also been some interest expressed in Aurukun and Kowany-a m a and a growers association might be formed.

Mr Guest hopes that in the future several of his recruits might stay on and help run Petford.

"I would like to get about six 20-year-olds at Petford and w e would train them in welfare work, station management, people management, mediating and counselling skills," he said.

"Hopefully out of those w e would keep two. For the other four, there is stacks of employment for people with those skills."

By KIRSTIE PARKER in Atherton, Northern Queensland

"These days kids aren't encouraged to compete," says Geoff Guest. However, things are different at Petford. Mr Guest is pictured with one of his young charges w h o is holding his

reward for topping the team in horse-breaking at the farm.

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* Aboriginal Training Farm, Norma and Geoff Guest. The Petford Animal Training Farm w a s started 13 years ago for young Aborigines w h o wanted to work but had no **">( their own money on the facility but administrator Cec skills. At the farm they are taught horse-breaking and other station skills. Geoff Guest (pictured with two of

odest. He said the figure would be more than $300,000. his 'boys') believes goal setting plays a major part in achieving success and teaches that philosophy.

THE KOORI MAIL, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8. 1992. 13

KIDS FROM CABBO

(Zlve &&me 6ict& &nu46e4>, &ome ficUnt and..

The Koori Mail Kamera was on Cabbage Tree Island when the kids from the island's playgroup painted their bus.

TOP, LEFT: Twins Sleven and Jerome Anderson J wasie no lime getting to work on Ihe bus master-1 piece. W e have it on good authority that that'sg Steven in the front, with Jerome partly obscured.

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TOP, CENTRE: Harry Currie took time out for a quick! look at Ihe photographer, but then il was straight} back to work.

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TOP, RIGHT: Jerome Anderson could jusl spare a| sideways glance for a photographer — painling| was a lol more fun.

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ABOVE: Painting done, hands, face washed, il was* time for a story and this group was first in line. They* are from left, Kalisha Boll, James Currie (twin lo^ Harry pictured above), Mitch James, Alisha Cameron* and Ashley Daley. Steven Anderson is at Ihe back.;

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LEFT: The kids at the Cabbage Tree Island play-1 group await Ihe signal lo gel their brushes and paints and lo start decorating their bus. They are pictured! with their minders, from left, Karen Roberts, Janine 8 Simpson, Pat Cook, Donna Ferguson (co-ordinator) | and Samantha Anderson (front).

14. THE KOORI MAIL, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 1992.

Adoption Act to be reviewed The N S W Law Reform Commission

has released an issues paper in prepa­ration for public hearings it will conduct for its review of the Adoption Informa­tion Act 1990. The review is in accor­dance with an undertaking given by the Government when the Act was passed. The Adoption Information Act gives

adopted people and their birth families access to information which they can use to identify and locate each other. Professor Richard Chisholm, Commis-

sioner-in-Charge of the review said the review had already received more than 150 written, telephone and personal submissions from people affected by the Act. "Comments and submissions are giv­

ing us a growing insight into the experi­ences of all people affected by adop­tion following the introduction of the Adoption Information Act," he said. The Commission is endeavouring to

collect information on whether the con­tact veto system, a controversial fea­ture of the Act, is working as intended. It is hoped that the questions in the

Issues Papers will make it easier for

people who want to take part in this review, by giving them guidelines for making a submission or comment.

A submission will be treated in strict confidence, if this is requested.

Public hearings are planned for Syd­ney beginning on April 13 at the M S B Conference centre, Level 5 M S B Tower, 207 Kent Street, Sydney.

Appointments to speak at the hearing should be made in advance with the Commission.

The Commission will also travel to Tamworth, Lismore, Dubbo, Newcastle, Queanbeyan, Wollongong and Wagga in late April and early May.

People can attend a public hearing or make a personal submission in private. Again, appointments should be made.

An Issues Paper is now available (free of charge) from the Commission to help people make a written or personal submission. The Paper explains the Adoption Information Act 1990, and poses questions for members of each of the groups of people affected by adop­tion; adoptees, birth parents, adoptive parents and relatives. Parliamentarians call for new

negotiations with custodians • Continued from Page 4

from Federal Aboriginal Affairs Minister Robert Tickner urging the Territory Gov­ernment to go back to the negotiating table with the traditional custodians and their representatives. "Mr Perron says the talking is over.

He has closed the door on further dis­cussions with the traditional custodians who fear for the future of their sacred sites. He now intends to send in the bulldozers. "Flood mitigation is needed in Alice

Springs. No one who has looked at the problem in an objective manner dis­agrees. "Clearly, however, the Northern Terri­

tory Government's plans need to be thoroughly scrutinised and independent advice sought. "The Labor leaders said the econom­

ic, cultural and social importance of Aboriginal people to the Northern Terri­tory should never be understated or de­valued.

"It will be a sad day for the Territory if our call is not heeded by peak organis­ations, such as the Confederation of Ihdustry and Commerce, tourism promo­tion associations, the Chamber of Mines, religious leaders of all denomina­tions and women's groups. "We are happy to provide detailed

material to show there are still major question marks over the Northern Terri­tory Government's proposal. "Lest we be accused of political point

scoring w e would also point out that many prominent people, who have no political affiliations with the Labor Party, have attempted over the course of our history to have the NT Country Liberal Party Government change its confronta-tionist approach to its indigenous popu­lation in matters of development.

"Perhaps the reason they have been unsuccessful lies in the forward to the Waramungu Land Claim report by then Aboriginal Lands Commissioner, Mr Jus­tice Michael Maurice.

"In his final report issued in 1988, the then Mr Justice Maurice, noted sadly, 'the Northern Territory has not recog­nised the moral strength of Aboriginal land claims, or indeed the fundamental place that belonging to land has in shaping Aboriginal self identity'.

"Encouragingly, the general popula­tion of Tennant Creek has: Their support for the claimants proposals to comprise important parts of the claim — propos­als not treated seriously by the Govern­ment — marks the town apart from many others where black and white Australians live.

"In our view it is time for the towns people of Alice Springs to demonstrate a similar openness to lobby their Gov­ernment to seek a negotiated solution acceptable to all parties.

"Despite claims to the contrary by the Perron Government w e are confident this can be achieved, particularly if the community makes its voice heard."

Alice students seek support Aboriginal students at the Institute for Aboriginal development in Alice Springs are seeking support from other student unions and associations throughout Australia to ioin with them to protest about the proposed mitigation dam site.

The students say the Todd River is one of the oldest water courses in the world. The long term irreversible consequences of the proposed damming of the river will lead to the desecration of Aboriginal sacred sites and devastating environmental damage. They say the Arrernte people's rights to protect sacred sites in their area is being

Ignored by a supposedly democratic government. They write that the Chief Minister Marshall Perron said on the ABC-TV news that the

dam would go ahead and that there would be enough Jails to house the protesters. This is an affront to the people's rights to protest and voice their concerns. The students urged letter of protest

to be sent to the Minister for Aborig­inal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs, <fr Robert Tickner, and the Prime Min­uter, Mr Paul Keating.

HEALTH AND COMMUNITY POSITIONS VACANT

KOORI WORKER Cassie's Place (child sexual assault counsel­ling service) in Moruya is seeking a Koori w o m a n counsellor. Our requirements include: some training and experience in working with clients affected by child sexual assault (or a related area of work), a keen interest in this work and in acquiring or upgrading counselling skills, a commitment to the well-being of the commu­nity and a driver's licence. Our new counsellor will work in close com­munication with our existing worker and we envisage that she will have mainly Koori cli­ents including some adult w o m e n survivors. This position is for 28 hours per week. Addi­tional training about child sexual assault or in counselling skills is an ongoing part of the job. For further enquiries or a statement of duties, please phone (044) 743 573 a.h. or write to Cassie's Place, P O Box 228, Moruya 2537. Written applications to be received by 30th April, 1992.

QUEENSLAND HEALTH

PENINSULA AND TORRES STRAIT

REGIONAL HEALTH AUTHORITY

The Region The Peninsula and Torres Strait Regional Health Authority is the third largest in the geographic size of the 13 Health Regions. The Region extends south trom Forsayth, west to Croydon and as far north as the Torres Strait Islands. The Region has 14 Shires and the total population for the area is 188,348. O n e of the major priorities for the Region is addressing the hearth need of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. The Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer with a non-smoking policy.

CAPE Y O R K SECTOR NAPRANUM COMMUNITY

Clinical Nurse Consultant Level 3 Vacancy Reference No. PT92/Y003 Applications are invited for the position of Clinical Nurse Consultant, Napranum Community. Napranum has a population of approximately 800 and is 13 kms from the mining town of Weipa. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Nursing, the Clinical Nurse Consultant is a proficient practitioner who is accountable for the co-ordination of Primary Health Care in a specific area of practice. The Clinical Nurse Consultant is expected to collaborate with the Sector Nurse Educator to facilitate the provision of quality cost-effective care which is culturally appropriate. The position requires an understanding of and sensitivity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Culture. Relevant current registration with the Nurses Registration Board of Queensland or its successor is mandatory. Highly desirable is possession of either relevant post-registration qualifications or evidence of working towards qualifications relevant to the position. Salary will be in the range of $1,473.40 - $1,579.60 per fortnight (Level 3) as per Public Service Award -Nurses. Enquiries should be directed to Ms Oki Rose, Assistant Director of Nursing, Community, Weipa, telephone (070) 699155. Applications addressing Key Selection Criteria should be marked "confidential" , quote vacancy reference number and include names and contact telephone numbers of three (3) referees should be forwarded lo:

Mr Peter Health Manager, Cape Sector, PTSRHA P.O. Box 254, WEIPA. QLD. 4674.

Applications close 5 pm Friday 1 May, 1992.

COMMUNITY NURSE Bourke Aboriginal Health Service Applications are now invited for the position of Community Nurse at Bourke Aboriginal Health Service. Duties include: • To co-ordinate an Aboriginal Health service dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyle, preventing illness and fostering primary health care interventions. # T o monitor general health of Bourke community, provide a clinical and advisory service, conduct health promotion pro­grammes. Essential: • Registered Nurse (NSW) • Ability to communicate effectively with local authorities and Aboriginal groups. • Experience in community health or health education. • Current N S W Driver's Licence. Desirable: • Midwifery Certificate. • Child & Family Health Certificate. • Mature person with previous experience in Aboriginal Health. Hours: 9-5 pm Monday-Friday 35 hour week. Salary: $31,000 pa + Certificate Allowance. Application to: The Secretary

Bourke Aboriginal Health Service P O Box 362. BOURKE, N S W 2840 Ph {068) 72 3088

Closing date: 30th April, 1992.

ABORIGINAL COMMUNITY NURSE - WOMEN'S HEALTH A challenging new position has been created in Orange directed at improving the health status of the Aboriginal Community. The successful applicant will be a member of a large and dynamic multi-disciplinary team working with an emphasis on primary health care and health promotion. The services in the Central Western Region have a high commitment to Quality Assurance.

Qualifications Essential: Aboriginal. This is a genuine occupational qualification authorised by Section 14 of the Anti-discrimination Act 1977. W e are seeking enthusiastic Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse with interest and experience in infant, maternal and women's health. Additional qualifications in these areas would be an advantage. A current N S W drivers licence is essential. Desirable: Previous experience working with Aboriginal people

For further information and a copy of the statement of duties contact: Richard Fisher (063) 62 6422, Trish Slrachan (063) 62 9060 Lois Goolagong (063) 32 8500 Applications in writing including the names of three (3) referees should be sent to:

Mr Paul Fanning, Chief Executive Officer Orange Area Health Services PO Box 319, O R A N G E N S W 2800

Applications close Friday, April 17, 1992.

HOME CARE SERVICE OF NSW SERVICE DEVELOPMENT OFFICERS, ABORIGINAL

Pos. No. 92A003 7 Positions: Armidale 35 hpw, Newcastle 14 hpw, Cobar or Dubbo 35 hpw, Dubbo, Orange or Bathurst 35 hpw, Wagga 35 hpw, Campbelltown 21 hpw. Au­burn 35 hpw. Salary package based on 35 hpw is valued up to $46,548 p.a. includes a Salary Range $37,348-$40,476 p.a, leave loading and employers contribution to super-annuation. Duties: Under formal agreement assist all staff in branches/service outlets through the provision of support, advice and assistance to effectively resolve service problems and im­prove service quality. Essential: Aboriginality. Sound knowledge of

social welfare as it applies to Aboriginal

people and of Aboriginal issues and networks.

Demonstrated skills in service development and monitoring. High level of written and

oral communication skills including the ability

to negotiate effectively at all levels. Ability to

travel intrastate. High level administrative and

organisation skills. Ability to take initiative and work independently.

Desirable: Experience in consultancy to

Aboriginal community-based organisations.

Knowledge of the needs of Aboriginal staff in the workplace. Experience in the support and development of Aboriginal workers.

For a copy of the Statement of Duties

contact: M s Janet Milligan on (02)

689 2666. Written applications to: The Per­sonnel Officer, H o m e Care Service of N S W .

P O Box 3004, Parramatta, N S W 2124. Closing date: 1 May 1992

* WALGETT ABORIGINAL fSgl MEDICAL SERVICE W , CO-OPERATIVE LTD.

COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATOR Work with W.A.M.S. staff to co-ordinate the development and delivery of primary health care programmes aimed at the communities in and around Walgett. Du­

ties include working closely with all staff

and the community to plan, co-ordinate

and evaluate p r o g r a m m e s designed to

meet community needs.

Qualifications and experience:

ESSENTIAL —

Current N S W Nurses' Registration

Current driver's licence

Previous experience working with Aborig­

inal communities

DESIRABLE —

Previous experience in health education

in a community development setting.

Salary according to Nurses State Award,

qualifications and experience.

Applications addressed to:

The Board of Directors

Walgett Aboriginal Medical Service Co-op. Ltd

P.O. Box 396

Walgett. 2832. N.S.W.

Enquiries ring (068) 28 1798 (w), 28 1720

(h) — Christine

THE KOORI MAIL, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 1992. 15.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Happy Birthday to Alicia Roberts (left), of Punchbowl, New South Wales, who will be 5 on April 10,

— from all the family.

• • • • •

Happy Birthday to Kristy Roberts (right), of Lismore, New South Wales, who will be 4 on April 16,

— from Mum.

• • • • •

Happy Birthday to sisters, Chantal and Natoka Roberts, of Lismore. — love from Mum, Dad, Bianca, Buddy, Clinton,

Chantal, Jacob and Jamahl, all your family in Lismore and Grafton, and Aunty

Claudia in Jabiru, Northern Territory.

^AVAILABLE N O W ^ DREAMTIME WATCHES

THE SPIRIT OF THE KANGAROO The design of this watch shows the Kangaroo

Spirit of the Dreamtime. He points the way (depicted by the line of dots) for the first kangaroos, guiding them to lands where there are streams of running water, trees laden with fruit and lush grass covering the ground. The kangaroos go willingly knowing that they will be protected (depicted by the hands) wherever they are by the Kangaroo Spirit's shadow.

THE EMU SPIRIT Australia's great flightless bird, the Emu, is one

of the fastest animals on earth. The design featured on this watch shows the Emu's Spirit of (he Oreamtime teaching a group of young emus to run after growing too heavy to fly. In return for giving their wings to the Emu Spirit, they learned to run so fast that the boomerangs of the hunters could not catch them.

THE WARRIORS OF THE NIGHT SKY This watch portrays the two great warriors who

have walked the heavens and earth since the Dreamtime. According to the Aboriginal people, the warriors look down upon Earth and protect all the Earth's children from those who would do them harm.

THE STORY OF THE KANGAROO The legend of why Australia's kangaroos jump

rather than run is portrayed in this watch design. During the Dreamtime, the Spirits rewarded the kangaroos with food (depicted by small dots) and water every time they jumped high. (Waterhole — depicted by large central dots surrounded by smaller dots.) But with the end ol the Dreamtime, drought swept across the Australian Outback, shrinking the rivers and withering the plants. Since that time, the kangaroos have stopped walking and have jumped everywhere to make certain that they have enough to eat and drink.

THE EMU AND THE CROCODILE The design on this watch represents the story

of the Crocodile and the Emu. Living either side of the river (depicted by 6 lines and dots donating river bank), each was fearful that the other would raid their nest (depicted by round circles and dots for Crocodile and 7 dots for Emu eggs) and kill their young. Because of this fear, both spent every hour awake patrolling the river bank, however, the River Spirit taught them that their fear was without cause as each was more concerned with the survival of their own than causing harm to another. THE DANCE OF CREATION

There are many ceremonial dances (Corroborees) that are special to the Aboriginal people. This watch depicts the Corroboree of Creation between the first man and the first woman. With great delight, they dance through the heavens, spreading their seed across the barren lands, bringing an end to the Dreamtime and the beginning of the time of Man.

THE SPIRIT OF CO-OPERATION The Aboriginal people believe that because the

Earth is the one central source upon which all life depends, creatures living in harmony with the Earth ensure the survival of not only themselves but all others.

This watch, showing the Kangaroo, Dingo, Emu and human footprints leading from different directions to the waterhole and all leaving depicted by arrows in the same direction. This symbolises the way all creatures can share natural resource and live in harmony and a spirit of co-operation. THE DANCE OF LIFE

The Aboriginal people perform a ceremonial dance on occasions called the Corroboree. This watch depicts the "Dance of Life", one of the most special and joyful Corroborees, taught to their ancestors by the Spirit people of the Dreamtime and passed on to each generation. It symbolises both the Aboriginal people's love of life and their close links with the Earth — the source of all life.

DESIGNS BY DANNY EASTWOOD

(N.S.W. ABORIGINAL ARTIST OF 1988)

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TH^K°OR/KIDS'CLUB WITH VICKI PAYNE

Can you match the TV character with the correct show? DR HUXTABLE I LOVE LUCY LUCY GARDINER SESAME STREET LUCY RICARDO THE COSBY SHOW BIG TED MR SQUIGGLE JIM ROBINSON A COUNTRY PRACTICE PIGSY NEIGHBOURS KERMIT THE FROG PLAY SCHOOL BILL STEAMSHOVEL MONKEY

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Can you find the number sets? Hidden in the puzzle below are 16 sets of numbers. They could

be up and down, sideways or backwards, but always in the right order. Can you find all the sets.

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KOORI MAIL CAPS TO BE WON How many words can you make out of Koori Word Competition,

Mail. Names will not be allowed. Koori Mail, The best three entries will win a Koori Mail PO Box 117,

cap. The competition closes on May 1, 1992. Lismore, NSW 2480.

COMPETITION WINNERS Congratulations to the

three winners of our F i n d - T h e - A n i m a l s Competition. Each winner will receive a

Koori Mail cap and a book from Aboriginal Studies Press. The winners are: Bindi Mercer of Kurrajong

Heights, New South Wales; Danielle Adams of Airds,

New South Wales; and Nicky Rhodes of

Deloraine, Tasmania. Congratulations once

again. Your great prizes are on the way!

CAN YOU SPOT THE DIFFERENCES Ten changes have been made to these drawings. Can you spot the differences. Answers next edition.

THE KOORI MAIL, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8. 1992. 17.

ABORIGINAL HOSTELS LIMITED

Aboriginal Hostels Limited is a Company owned and financed by the Australian Government. Through our Central Office located in Canberra, and our eight Regional Offices, we provide and operate hostel accommodation throughout Australia. W e have a policy of offering employment and training opportunities for Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders. All posi­tions in Aboriginal Hostels Limited are identified.

HOUSEPARENT TEAM POSITION No. 563 and 564 KIRINARI HOSTEL — NEWCASTLE SALARY $22,622 - $26.015 p.a. DUTIES — Under direction be responsible for the complete operation of the Company Hostel in accordance with Company standards and procedures. Assist hostel residents who enquired of benefits, education, employment and other such services, direct to appropriate agencies. The successful applicant must be committed'to working in the best interests of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in their care. NOTE — All the above positions are identified positions and the successful candidates will have a knowledge of and understanding of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander culture and society, and an ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander people. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT — Conditions of service will be as per the Aboriginal Hostels Limited Managers Award. These conditions include: • Four weeks annual leave plus a provision for additional recreation leave subject to the

Award conditions. • Free board and lodging, plus subsidised tariff for dependants. • Removal and travel expenses. • Superannuation as a continuing employee, the successful applicant may elect to contribute to the Commonwealth Government Superannuation Scheme, transfer of existing Government benefits may be arranged.

• Continued employment is subject to satisfactory completion of a 6 month probationary period.

WRITTEN APPLICATIONS — It is in the interest of applicants to obtain a copy of the selection documentation and for applications to address the selection criteria. Envelopes containing applications should be clearly marked "Confidential" P/N: 563 4 564 as appropri­ate and addressed to:

Regional Manager Aboriginal Hostels Limited P.O. Box 900 DARLINGHURST, N S W 2010

SELECTION DOCUMENTATION — (02) 212 3288 Ms Kaylene Frail. ENQUIRIES — Mr Cyril Archer (02) 212 3288. CLOSING DATE — 1 May 1992.

Aboriginal Hostels Limited promotes a smoke free work environment.

POSITION VACANT

EDUCATION PROGRAMS H E A L T H ISSUES

MEETINGS TO HAPPEN NEW ENTERPRISES

Doesn't it make sense to advertise in a paper read by the Aboriginal community.

Our advertising rates are reasonable and will save you money.

Get smart, advertise in the Koori Mail.

Phone (066) 22 2666 Fax (066) 22 2600 for further info.

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A crime to be born black Michael Jackson's song says it doesn't

matter if you're black or white.

That's probably true if you're are a mega rich black American entertainer, but for ordi­nary folk like you and me, it certainly seems a crime to be born black in Australia.

It's likely that 20 Nungas around Australia were refused entry the day Yothu Yindi's lead singer Mandawuy Yunipingu was sin­gled out, the system obviously picked on the wrong black fella that day, but what hap­pens to the rest of us?

Racism is encapsu­lated in the very im­age of life, that is, that 'black' conjures evil and negativity, while white is 'pure and heavenly'.

As soon as they caste us we are vic­tims of it.

If you are 'really black' you are an obvious target, if you are a whiter shade of black like me, then you are 'not really black'.

Because of that attitude I a m regularly expected to justify my Aboriginality, but what pisses m e off the most, is the fact that I have a white father w h o m I have never seen.

I was raised entirely in a black extended family, yet that doesn't stop people from insinuating that I am not really black.

With the abundance of Press on racism you can listen in on any conversation these days and goonyas (white fellas) accuse us of crying racism.

According to those bigots, the media are just adding to the problem by sensationalis­ing the issue.

Last Wednesday, Federal Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs Minister Robert Tickner, in his response to the Royal Com­mission into black deaths in custody funding recommendations, said 'harshness and alienation' was a natural part of life for black Australians.

"The majority of Australians have no un­derstanding of the pin-pricking domination, abuse of personal power, utter paternalism, open contempt and total indifference which confront Aboriginal people in their daily lives," he said.

Sadly, Mr Tickner can never actually 'feel' just how true his words are.

The media aren't sensationalising racism, they are just reporting it now.

In recent weeks w e saw 'Cop it Sweet', an A B C documentary in which cops openly referred to us as 'boongs'.

Then w e saw two N S W boot-polished poli­cemen holding nooses around their necks, making fun at Aboriginal deaths.

Just four days after seeing those N S W cops on National television the army gets in on the act.

Four cadets at the Duntroon Royal Military Academy repeat the episode at their own cocktail party.

Goonyas are the ones that need to read and see the things that w e have to tolerate on a daily basis.

They say w e over react and although in the white eyes of the law we can't always substantiate it, we know racism exists be­yond a shadow of a doubt.

Unfortunately, those Nungas w h o can legally prove racism aren't better off, in many ways they are worse off for being principled blacks.

Take Macka's monster crossword. A cop invents a blatantly racist cross­

word, pins it to his office door and cops a $125 fine, comparable to a speeding fine.

H o w does the hierarchy justify it? Well they say the officer is sorry, repentant and contrite.

They say his white girlfriend had been 'abused and threatened and physically as­saulted by Aborigines in Ceduna'.

The cop explains that his crossword was

Nunga journalist KATRINA POWER gives a personal

account of subtle racism.

placed in a position where it would not nor­mally be seen by anyone other than the police.

"It's an isolated incident. It's not a reflec­tion of the attitudes of the police force," they say.

So for him and so many other whites, one bad experience gives them the right to tar all blacks with the same brush.

To me, it says it's okay to be racist as long as no one sees it.

Rarely do we hear Goonyas complain when they read the stereotyped and neg­ative black stories, you know, the bad stories that dominate the Press.

Here are some sce­narios all blacks can relate to: • Get on a bus and

the driver barely looks us in the eyes;

• Hail a taxi and just hope the cabbie responds; • Go to a shop and watch the assistant

serve the white fella first; • A mob of us go out for a night on the

town and hope that all of us get in without a hassle, and that's rare.

Then if you're lucky enough to get past the bouncer, the barman obviously be­grudges serving us, the bouncer regularly checks us out (to remind us who's boss) and if any trouble starts, w e are the first to be asked to leave.

To avoid all the well known hassles, we settle on a backyard party and then have to tolerate the sight of cops cruising around all night making sure 'all is peaceful'

If our men get plucked from the pub or the backyard party, then the remaining guests spend the rest of the night fearing 'they'll get bashed for sure'.

Then there's institutionalised racism. Here in South Australia, the Aboriginal

Funded Housing Unit has a policy of not buying more than one Nunga home in the one street.

Okay, so ghettos are the last thing we want to see, but what gives them the right to say it's okay for white fellas to live next door to each other but not blacks?

And if your white neighbours complain, whether you're guilty or not, you'll most like­ly be the one to be relocated, because the white fella owns his home and you don't.

S o m e Goonyas knock us for not being competitive enough in the game of life, but why should w e be when our voices aren't heard on the rare occasions in which we can prove racism?

Or when racism is substantiated, why is only a miserly penalty handed out to the guilty ones?

As an articulate black, successful in the mainstream I some times fear speaking up for myself in times of trouble because I know that upsets a racist more than an 'educated' black.

Goonyas must acknowledge that through no fault of our own, we have been forced into passive resistance of a white subcon­scious that handicaps us from our first breath of life.

What do I think about that? Well I reckon it's fantastic that one of the

Royal Commission's proposals is offering Media Awards for Excellence in reporting Aboriginal Issues.

'... What pisses me off the most is the fact that I have a white father whom I have never seen' 18. THE KOORI MAIL, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 1992.

IN THE CLASSROOM

ABORIGINAL EDUCATION - A BRAND NEW WAY The Ministry of Education in Western

Australia has launched a major program of professional development courses for teachers at schools in regions north and east of Geraldton to boost standards in Aboriginal education.

Primary and secondary teachers from 25 schools in a vast area bounded by Carnarvon, Meekatharra, Sandstone Morawa and Geraldton are involved in the program.

They have been attending a series of induction courses at Geraldton, Meeka­tharra and Carnarvon. The courses are based on the newly-developed Aborig­inal Youth-At-Risk package.

Some smaller schools have closed for one day so that all staff, including Aboriginal Education workers, could at­tend the courses.

Education Chief Executive Officer Margaret N a d e b a u m said more than $60,000 in special grants had been made available to fund the training sem­inars.

She said the funds were part of a

special allocation for professional de­velopment for teachers under the Minis­try's Aboriginal Education Operational Plan.

"All of the schools in the program have a high percentage of Aboriginal students, and many of the teachers are new appointees w h o have little or no experience in teaching andworking with Aboriginal children," she said.

"If Aboriginal students are to be given the best opportunity to achieve educa­tional outcomes in line with the rest of the population, classroom teachers need to develop a productive relation­ship with the Aboriginal children they are teaching.

"Issues such as transiency and truan­cy need to be understood and strate­gies developed to maximise the educa­tional opportunities of Aboriginal students."

The program is being co-ordinated by the Geraldton North andSouth District Education offices.

District Superintendent Mort Harslett said the courses wouldbe significant

step forward for Aboriginal education in theregion.

He said the program would have a number of positive results:

• Teachers would b e c o m e familiar with the Aboriginal Youth-atRisk Induc­tion Package, which had been specifi­cally designedfor schools in the region.

• Schools would develop strategies for effective classroommanagement.

• Teachers would improve their com­munication skills within the classroom, with the wider community and within the district school network.

• Teachers would become skilled in developing educational resource materi­al specifically for Aboriginal children.

0 Teachers would become aware of the support network available to provide material and personal assistance.

• Mr Harslett said the induction courses would be followed up by meet­ings at the schools involved to reinforce n e w teaching skills and expand teachers' knowledge of Aboriginal cul­ture,history and language.

YOUTH WORKER Lismore Youth Refuge Persons of Aboriginal descent are strongly en­couraged to apply tor this position. The posi­tion of full-time youth worker for 6 mths relief has b e c o m e available at the Lismore Youth Refuge. The position involves working with and supporting young people in a crisis residential situation on a shift work basis. For further information in regards to this posi­tion, phone 2 4 2447 or 21 7 5 3 5 before M o n ­day. 13th April.

POSITION V A C A N T REGISTERED NURSE

PIUS X ABORIGINAL CORPORATION

The above position is vacant at Pius X Aboriginal Corporation, Anne Street, Moree in the Medical Centre. Essential: N S W Registered Nurse, Drivers Li­cence. Desirable: — Experience in working with Aboriginal

community. — Willing to work under an Aboriginal

Management Committee. — Experience in programme planning

and development. Applicant will be employed under Nurses (Other Than in Hospitals) (State) Award.

Application in writing to: — The Chairperson Pius X Aboriginal Corporation, P.O. Box 363, MOREE, NSW 2400

Enquiries: Barbara Livet (067) 521099.

Applications close: 10th April, 1992.

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Senior Sergeant, package up to $49,705 p.a. (Salary $43,222 p.a.)

Conduct research, provide information and promote the development of programs and policies for the Police Service to further positive interaction with Aboriginal people. Essential: Ability to research, implement and evaluate policies and programs; demonstrated ability to work with Aboriginal people; sound knowledge of and capacity to implement E.E.O. policies; effective communication skills; knowledge of Aboriginal heritage and culture. Desirable: Understanding of the principles of Community Based Policing; relevant post secondary educational qualifications. General: In this position an applicant's Aboriginality is a genuine qualification and is authorised by section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Inquiries: Inspector Warren Fletcher, Assistant Director, Programs Unit (02) 339 5514. No smoking in the workplace is Departmental policy. Applications (Marked Pos. No.: 92/92) •o: Assistant Director, Policy & Programs Branch, Level 7, 14-24 College Street, Darlinghurst, N S W 2010. Closing date: 17 April, 1992.

Equality of Employment Opportunity Is Government Policy THE NEW SOUTH WALES GOVERNMENT

Patting people flirt by mioiging better

Work trainina Year 11.

Integrated vocational training for stu­dents in Years 11 and 12, delivered jointly by schools and TAFE, is being proposed by the Employment and Skills Formation Council in N e w South Wales.

A report by the council focuses on the convergence of work and training in general education, Further Education, Employment and Training Minister John Fahey said.

"Already the State has the highest proportion of Year 11 and 12 students enrolled in T A F E of all States in Aust­ralia at 14.3 per cent," Mr Fahey told Parliament last month.

"That is one in seven students in N e w South Wales."

He said the government planned to streamline TAFE, open up the training market and enhance training opportuni­ties in the public and private sector.

"Most recently w e launched T A F E Plus, the commercial training arm of the T A F E Commission, which will provide training services direct to industry and business," Mr Fahey said.

proposed for 2 students

Establishment of the Industry and Commercial Training Council to develop advisory committees w a s the first step towards the provision of united appren­ticeship and traineeships for students, he said.

These reforms had resulted in N e w South Wales having the lowest propor­tion of unemployed teenagers in Aust­ralia, currently 14.5 percent.

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Islander Commission (ATSIC)has en­dorsed the National Youth Against Racism Campaign launched today by the Human Rights and Equal Opportu­nity Commission. ATSIC Chairperson Lois O'Dono­

ghue said the campaign would draw further attention to the plight of Aust­ralia's indigenous people. She said racism was a fact of life

for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Is­lander people. "It is crucial that future generations

of Aboriginal and TorresStrait Island­er people do not inherit the dispos­session andmarginalisation of the past," she said. Miss O'Donoghue said Australia can

no longer tolerate asituation where its indigenous young continue to be ex­posed tounemployment, lack of edu­cation, the effects of childhoodsepar-

ation, poor health, alcohol and drug abuse, a disastrouseconomic situa­tion and racism.

"The National Youth Against Racism campaign will target youngpeople and encourage them to take a stand against racism. Itwill augment the commitment of Government to elimi­nate thedisadvantage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people," she said.

The campaign is part of the Federal Government's CommunityRelations Strategy which aims to encourage greater awarenessin the community of the benefits of harmonious commu-nityrelations in a multicultural society.

The national inquiry into Racist Vio­lence recommended thatyoung people be targeted in community edu­cation programs to reduce racist be­haviour and discrimination.

Student and Aboriginal Programs Division

ABORIGINAL EDUCATION BRANCH

CANBERRA

SENIOR OFFICER GRADE C $41,929 - $45,546

POSITION NUMBER .3657 IDENTIFIED POSITION

The Student ond Aboriginol Programs Division is responsible for rhe development ond implementa­tion of strategies ond programs to assist disadvan­taged students to further their education ond troining in schools ond tertiary education institutions ond imptove the employment, education and train­ing outcomes for Aboriginals.

The Aboriginol Education Branch is responsible for the development of policies and the administration of programs for Aboriginol ond Torres Strait Islander people. The Branch administers the Aboriginol Edu­cation Strategic Initiatives Program, the Aboriginol Tutorial Assistance Scheme, the Aboriginal Student Support ond Parent Awareness Program, rhe Voca­tional ond Educational Guidance for Aboriginals Program, rhe Aboriginal Languages Initiatives Program.

Duties: As o member of a team, participate in policy ond program development undet the Notional Aboriginol and Totres Strait Islander Education Policy. Monitor, onolyse and advise on educational policy, especially in preschool, primary ond secondary schooling, as it relates to Aboriginol and Torres Strait Islander people.

Manage program administration, and systems and procedures development. Lioise with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, government and non-government bodies. Prepare high level Ministerial and Departmental correspondence, brief­ings, reports. submissions and similar I documentation.

If you require further information on this position contact Mr Greg Miller on (06) 276 8841.

Copies of the selection documentation for this posi­tion ore available by telephoning (06) 276 8928. Please note thot w e ore unable to fax selection documentation to condidates.

Usual Public Service conditions of service opply.

Selection for the vacancy notified above will be lode on the basis of specified criteria. It is in the

interest of candidates to obtain the selection criteria and frame their application accordingly.

Applications for the above position should be sub­mitted in triplicate, including details of experience. qualifications and names of two referees ond reach the following oddress no later than close of business 17 April 1992.

Director. Divisional Secretariat Student and Aboriginal Programs Division Department of Employment, Education

and Training G P O Box 9880

CANBERRA ACT 2601 THIS DEPARTMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND ACTIVELY ENCOURAGES ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDERS TO APPLY THE DEPARTMENT HAS A SMOKE FREE

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Breast-fed babies likely to see better, research

Cirrhosis risk escalates at 4 drinks: Study Drinking mote than four glasses of alcohol a day significantly Increases the risk of cirrhosis of tne liver in m e n and wom e n , researchers, have found, A team from the Drug and

Alcohol Unit and Liver Research Group at Sydney's Westmeod Hospital said its findings reinforced the National Health and Medical Research Council's recommended limit of 40 grams of alcohol a day. The study conducted at the

Westmeod and Royal Prince Alfred hospitals involved 43 m e n with newly diagnosed cirrhosis of the liver and ITS other mate patients who did not have cirrhosis, A similar study of women had

already been completed, "it Is important to emphasise that

risk far both m e n and w o m e n became apparent once ihe intake exceeded 41 grams per day," the researchers said In ihe Medical Journal of Australia, They said the risk level in men

was much closet to thai in women than previously suspected. Both m e n and w o m e n with

aicohol-induced cirrhosis had consumed alcohol for at least 20 years before the condition became apparent. However, w o m e n appeared

more susceptible, with the average duration of alcohol consumption in women with cirrhosis of the liver being about 25 years compared to 35 years for the men. Dietary Intake and past major

Illnesses appeared to have no role \n determining risk. _y

Breast-fed babies are likely to have better eyesight at six months of age than those who are bottle-fed, accord­ing to a study by a Flinders University PhD student. Maria Makrides, a PhD student in the Department of Paediatrics at Flinders University, says bottle-fed infants at the age of six months are still within the normal range, but tend to be at the lower end of the scale in vision tests. The study also indicates that breast­fed babies are likely to be more intelli­gent because infant feeding formulas lack natural fatty acids found in breast milk. The ratio of levels of two polyunsatu­rated fats in the blood (AA and DHA) were tested. The AA/DHA ratio was lower in breast-fed infants than bottle-fed babies. Babies with low AA/DHA ratios scored the highest rating on a test of normal vision, but follow-up studies would be needed to see if differences persisted, although the development of the visual system was 'virtually com­plete' by six months, she said. Child health specialists at Flinders Medical Centre (FMC) in Adelaide have also been studying the merits of breast­feeding against bottle-feeding, conclud­ing breast-fed babies were more intelli­gent. Dr Karen Simmer of the FMC said breast-fed babies had more mature ner­vous systems than bottle-fed babies. This had been confirmed in studies on

premature babies at the F M C and had also been shown by British scientists at Cambridge University, who discovered breast-fed babies had IQ's 11 points higher than bottle-fed babies.

More than 1.5 million Australians ex­perienced high blood pressure in 1989-90, the most common cardiovas­cular condition, according to figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). The A B S 1989-90 National Health

Survey figures show that about 2.2 mil­lion Australians (13.1 percent of the population) had some cardiovascular condition.

Although statistics show that 13.1 percent of the general population have some cardiovascular condition, Aboriginal and Islander people showed a lower prevalence with 8.2 percent of indigenous people reporting a condition.

Overall, the number of people experi­encing long-term conditions rose signifi­cantly over the 11 years of results com­pared by the ABS, to 10.2 percent of the population in 1989-90, up from 5.7 percent in 1977-78.

But the number of people reporting heart disease remained fairly steady: 1.9 percent in 1989-90 and 1.7 percent in 1977-78.

Managers and administrators were more likely to experience cardiovascu­lar conditions such as high blood pres­sure, heart disease, hardening of the arteries, stroke, cerebral thrombosis and other conditions such as palpita­tions, than any other occupational groups.

Older people reported more cardio­vascular conditions, with 53.5 percenl of people aged 65 years and over hav­ing one or more condition, the report said.

Females were more likely to have a condition than males, (14.6 percent

Qld task force to deal with Ross River Fever A task force will endeavour to combat an unusually large outbreak of Ross River Fever in Queensland.

Spread by mosquitos in tropical and sub-tropical areas, Ross River Fever is a debilitating ailment that produces fever and aching joints.

The Qld Minister for Health, Mr Ken Hayward, said the task force would help advise and assist local authorities with mosquito control.

The Health Department will also promote greater public awareness of the illness, speed vaccine research and establish a World Health Organisation Collaborative Centre to undertake advanced research into the virus.

Mr Hayward said there was no need to panic about the outbreak, but everyone should take precautions to avoid infection as there was no vaccine or antidote to the virus. "The most effective weapons in the fight against Ross River virus are community education and awareness of preventative action."

compared with 11.4 percent) but this could be due to the greater proportion of women in older age groups, the re­port said. The Australian Capital Territory and

the Northern Territory had the lowest proportion of their populations reporting cardiovascular conditions, probably a reflection of their younger age profiles.

Professionals had the lowest inci­dence of cardiovascular disease.

Of those with a cardiovascular condi­tion, 6.3 percent (about 139,000 people) believed it was work-related.

Australian-born people have a higher incidence of the conditions than those born overseas, while those born in South-East Asia have the lowest preva­lence, the report said.

Circulatory system disease was the most common cause of death in Aust­ralia in 1989, accounting for 45.7 per­cent of all deaths.

Men and women die in about equal numbers from circulatory system dis­ease, but men were more likely to die from heart attack, while stroke was the cause of death in a higher proportion of women. .^•fij^ ARNHEMLAND £ £ & ^ PROGRESS ASSOCIATION

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ADULT EDUCATOR — RETAIL The Arnhemland Progress Association (ALPA), a wholly Aboriginal owned retail organisation with twen­ty years experience, employing approximately 60 Aboriginal statt and operating 10 remote community supermarkets, invites applications tor the position of Adult Educator — Retail. W e are seeking a person with appropriate qualifica­tions and a proven record as a successful Adult Educator preferably with Aboriginal adults. A back­ground of commerce or retailing is desirable but not essential. The successful applicant of this challeng­ing yet highly rewarding position must demonstrate flexibility and an ability to acquire new skills to be­come part of our dynamic team of Aboriginal and non Aboriginal resource staff. The position is itinerant with the appointee operating from our training centre located in the eastern Ar­nhemland island community of Galiwin'ku.

The educator in conjunction with other team members will conduct in-store retail education including both retail and business concepts and hands on retailing skills to accredited course standards. The educator is also required to conduct short duration programs that encompass total responsibility for daily retail operations. The successful applicant must demonstrate empathy with the aspirations of Aboriginal people which in­cludes operating in a manner which honours and respects traditional cultural values and beliefs.

Remuneration commensurate inclusive of air fares, six weeks annual leave, isolation leave, single accommo­dation and superannuation will be offered.

Applications will be treated confidentially and should be forwarded by 14th April 1992 to:

The Human Resource Manager, ALPA Inc.

P.O. Box 39731 WINNELLIE N.T. 0821

Fax No (089) 480695

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Less cardiovascular disease in Aborigines, Islanders

urnum Burnum on campaign trail

Burnum Burnum, pictured at a recent meeting of land council delegates which heard allegations of financial mismanagement in the South Coast Regional Land Council. Burnum Burnum is a candidate for the South Coast by-election to be held on Saturday.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR (Fulltime) UNIYA, a Centre for Social Research and Action Uniya is a Jesuit-sponsored agency working on is­sues of structural justice in areas of structural justice with particular emphasis on: Aborigines, equity in the distribution of wealth, migrants and refugees. The Deputy Director is to assist in managing its many projects and activities, and will be responsible for:

1. Management Administration: Work Plan, office operation and supervision, editing the Newsletter, budget planning, fundraising, servicing the Board and membership of Uniya.

2. Research: presenting papers/talks, co-ordinating and/or undertaking research.

3. Networking other social justice agencies and the community, promoting and disseminating news and services of Uniya.

Person description: • proven management background; • ability to raise and manage funds; • experience in developing /analysing research • good knowledge and understanding of Catholic

social teaching, structural justice issues and the church social justice scene;

• some computing skills an advantage.

Conditions: Salary and conditions comparable to Commonwealth Senior Officer Grade C ($41,929 $45,546). Four weeks leave after 1 year service; national wage decision adjustments; superannuation benefits avail­able.

Inquiries: (02) 356 3886.

Applications: In writing by Monday, April 13, 1992 to Fr. Frank Brennan SJ, Director, Uniya, P O Box 522, Kings Cross, N S W 2011

NSW Aboriginal Land Council

elections on Saturday

Mr Ian Dickson, Electoral Commissioner for N e w South Wales and Returning Officer for the NSW Aboriginal Land Council elections to be held in the Sydney/Newcastle and South Coast regions, said the nominations tor the election of a councillor for each region closed on March 26, 1992. There are seven candidates for

the Sydney/Newcastle region and eight candidates for ihe South Coast. The elections win be held on

Saturday, April "11, between the hours of 8 a m and 6 pm. Postal voting is available at

these elections and application forms are available ai Aboriginal Land Council offices.

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Put $150 m repsonse in perspective, candidate Jacko Smith, who is a candidate in Saturday's NSW Land Council by-election said that Aborigines need to see the various State and Federal governments response to the Royal Commission in proper perspectives. Last week, Minister for Aboriginal Affairs Robert Tickner announced

$150 million would be spent over the next five years to redress legal and justice disadvantage.

"That sum needs to be seen in the context of, for example, the other announcement that 11 million tonnes of coal were exported from Australia last month," he said. "At the rate of $56.5 tonne, this represents $600 million dollars stolen

from various Aboriginal countries last month alone." "The old people of these countries have never been consulted, let

alone given their approval to this rip-off, in complete contravention of Article 1 of the International Covenant on civil and political rights which states, in part two: 'All peoples, m a y for their o w n ends, freely dispose of their natural

wealth and resources, in no case m a y a people be deprived of its own means of subsistence'

"This is called the principle of economic statement self determination. Mr Smith said: "The Australians, as a people, o w n nothing, so they have

to keep stealing from us. "The fact is that the various Aboriginal peoples are subsidising the Aust­

ralians — not the other way round."

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Monsoonal rainfall still possible

The Bureau of Meteorology says Queensland's wet season was late in arriving for most of the State.

A spokesman said the poor wet season was attributed to the persis­tent El Nino episode.

He said, however, that despite El Nino's influence it was still possible that there would be late monsoonal rainfall which would bring relief to the parched north. El Nino starts from a two to three

degree increase in water temperature in the eastern Pacific Ocean near Ec­uador and Peru and causes trade winds to the eastern Pacific areas to abate, setting off a chain of climatic reactions, eventually affecting pres­sure systems over Australia.

El Nino suppresses winter rains in southern Australia and then the mon­soonal summer rains in the north. The full effects of El Nino were last felt in Australia during the drought of 1982-83.

Buy your Koori Mail here In each edition we will publish a partial list of agents already selling the Koori Mail. If your local newsagency does not receive the Koori Mail, ask them to contact our office or our distributing agency to obtain your copy of the Mail. Contact the Koori Mail Office on (066) 222 666 or fax (066) 222 600 or Terry Gomer-sall at Internews Distribution Company on (02) 707 4577 or fax (02) 708 6025. QUEENSLAND Airlie Beach Newsagency City Newsagency, Rockhampton Slade Point Newsagency Savemore Newsagency, Yeppoon Enmore Newsagency, West Cairns Warwick Newsagency Andersons News, Townsville Dolphins Newsagency, Surfers Paradise Tieri Newsagency Pialba News Proserpine News and Casket Collingwood Park News, Redbank Lanyana Newsagency, Noosa Heads Christies News, Maryborough Esplanade News, Mooloolaba Mount Isa News McCarthy's News, Mount Isa Gatton Newsagency Ferny Hills News and Casket Dirranbandi Newsagency Thursday Island Newsagency Emerald Village News Doran's Newsagency, Gympie Herbert River Newsagency, Ingham Bishop & Co Newsagency, Goondiwindi Kin Kora Newsagency, Gladstone Gladstone Newsagency Bundaberg Central Newsagency Station News, Bundaberg River News, Bli Bli Aitkenvale News and Casket Junction News and Casket, Annerley Arana Hills News Booval Fair News Surfside News, Bribie Island Railway News, Cairns Whitticks Newsagency, Cairns Mulgrave Rd News, Cairns Mt Bruce News, Camp Hit! Quenton News, Charters Towers Childers Newsagency Dalby Newsagency Deception Bay Newsagency Lytton Rd News, East Brisbane Gatton Plaza Newsagency Victory Newsagency, Hermit Park Mareeba News Moana Park News Mt Crosby Store Sunshine News, Mt Gravatt Centenary News, Mt Ommaney Mahoney's Newsagency, Stanthorpe Strathpine Shoppingtown News Broad St Newsagency, Sarina Jetty Newsagency, Redcliffe Broadcast News, Toowong Old Town Hall News, Townsville Clews News, Woodford Moreton Bay News, Wynnum Capricorn Newsagency, Yeppoon Woody Point News Plaza News & Toyworld, Toowoomba Tingalpa News K-Mart Plaza News, Rockhampton Springwood Mall News Stafford City Newsagency Coorparoo News Gem News & Casket, Hamilton Mini News & Casket, Everton Park Chinchilla Casket & Newsagency Carrara Village Newsagency Centerfold News, Mt Gravatt The Bookcentre, Innisfail Jandowae Newsagency Kuranda Newsagency Taylors Newsagency, Mackay Fourways Newsagency, Mackay Vogue News & Casket, Ipswich Lutwyche City News Carrolls Newsagency, Mackay Maroochydore News Torwood Newsagency Darra News, Darra Goldfields Newsagency Weirs Newsagency, Townsville

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CHILD SUPPORT WORKER

Aboriginal Woman Wanted

Feminist women's refuge to help victims of domestic violence and their children.

Drivers licence essential.

For further information and applica­tion form please ring (02) 558 1702.

Closing date 1/5/92.

Community Development Workers 2 POSITIONS - APUTULA

COMMUNITY, FINKE, N.T. (HUSBAND & WIFE)

DUTIES: No. 1 Position — Be responsible for the implementa­tion, development and "hands-on" supervision ot work and training programs tor Aboriginal men. Special em­phasis — housing maintenance and construction work No. 2 Position — Be responsible for the implementa­tion, development and "hands-on" supervision of work and training programs for Aboriginal women. Special emphasis — young mothers and early childhood devel­opment. QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Position 1 — (Essential) Extensive experience in car­pentry or associated building trade. Position 2 — (Highly regarded) Training in early child­hood development and/or possessing Arts/Crafts skills. Both Positions — Proven organisational and superviso­ry skills. Submission and Report writing essential. — It is desired that the applicants have demonstrated ability to encourage participation and enpowerment of Aboriginal persons. CONDITIONS: Both positions attract $30,840 plus D.A. Two year contract after 3 months qualifying period. A three B/R, A/c. furnished residence is offered. Annual leave air fares FURTHER INFORMATION: Contact KAREN AUCOTE (089) 56 0966. Fax (089) 56 0900. Closing date 17th April. Applications in writing with three referees to—

The Chairman, Aputula Community, Finke, N.T. 0872

NOTE: APUTULA IS AN ALCOHOL RESTRICTED AREA

'reserving language at community level Ways of using available funding to

maintain and development language at community level were examined at the the 1992 N S W Aboriginal Language conference held in Kempsey last week. The Gumbaynggir Language and Cul­

ture Group of the Lower Macleay Valley organised the conference which was held at the Moon River Motor Inn in Kempsey and was attended by Goori language group delegates from through­out New South Wales. Ms Emily Walker of the Gumbaynggir

Language and Culture Group said the conference had been called to discuss the ways of using funding for the main­tenance and development of language at community level.

The conference was opened by a tra­ditional elder of the Gumbaynggir lan­guage group, Mrs Maggie Morris, and representatives of the Kempsey Local Aboriginal Land Council. Speakers included Lynette Riley-Mun-

dine, who is the director of the Universi­ty of New England-Armidale Aboriginal Resource Unit; Jeannie Bell, a member of the National Committee of the Nation­al Committee of Aboriginal Languages, and representatives of DEET, as well as Goori language delegates.

MAGGIE MORRIS

FIRST NATIONAL HOUSING SURVEY UNDERWAY

A national survey into the housing needs ol Aboriginals and Torres Straii Islanders and community infrastructure began on Monday. it is most important survey ever undertaken into this area, according to

the Chairperson of ATSIC, Ms Lofs O'Donoghue. "The information is required for planning purposes, for determining

funding priorities, and for the implementation of the recommendations of both the National Aboriginal Hearth Strategy and ihe Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody," Ms O'Donoghue said. "The information will directly assist ATSIC regional councils in their

planning, and guide our board of commissioners in deciding budget priorities, white providing quantitative data that will demonstrate fo governments the reality of lifestyle in Aboriginal and Torres strait islander centres." The Australian Bureau of Statistics has designed the survey form,

reviewed the methodology, and assisted In field testing the draft form. The survey, which was developed by ATSIC staff in consultation with

Australian Construction Services the national project consultant, Is to be conducted in two phases, "The first phase," Ms O'Donoghue said, "win survey all discrete

communities, oufstations, town camps, minor urban centres with an indigenous population, and any discrete organisation representing the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander .people in major urban and metropolitan centres, "The second phase will examine the need In major urban and

metropolitan centres has not been identified in Phase I," Miss O'Donoghue ssgld. - • • • .-: . ..•: , . - -- >

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Vienna throws her best to qualify for Pacific Games

DEPARTMENT OF THE PRIME MINISTER A N D CABINET

OFFICE OF MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS

Bilingual Community Consultants required on occasional contract basis to conduct consultations in

community languages The Office of Multicultural Affairs {OMA} within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet advises the Government on the development and implementation of the policy of mulliculturalism. One of OMA's functions is to act as a channel of com­munication between government and community. O M A has established an Australia-wide network of Bilingual Community Consultants to reach those people who are prevented, by barriers of language and culture, from having input to the policy formu­lation process. The Office is seeking to engage additional Bilingual Community Consultants including Aboriginal lan­guage speakers on an occasional contract basis as required. Skills and experience required: Ability to speak and write well in both English and the community language, knowledge of and contacts within own community, ability to organise and run discussion groups, ability to write reports and ability to meet deadlines. Currently, a fee of $700.00 is payable for each consultation undertaken. As these consulta­tions can be arranged on evenings and weekends, successful consultants would be able to continue their employment Persons from locations other than capital cities are strongly encouraged to apply. Successful applicants should be available to attend a one day induction program. Applications should be accompanied by the appli­cation form which can be obtained by phoning the Office of Multicultural Affairs. Sydney. Telephone (02) 251 5717 or (02) 251 5718. Closing date: 24 April 1992.

Taree athlete Vienna will compete in the NSW Pacific Schools Team to the Pacific School G a m e s to be held In Darwin this month.

Vienna is a member of the Moorland Little Athletics Club and dual reg­istered with Woodberry Amateur Athletics Clun in Newcastle where she holds the Hunter Javelin record for 14 to 18 year olds. Vienna competes in shot put, discus and javelin competitions. In February, Vienna threw a personal best of 37.04m at the Northern Re­

gional Little Athletics competition held in Taree.

N S W Koori cricketers defeat Australian Services team

Last month, the New South Wales Koori cricket team played a match against the Australian Services National Team at Bankstown Oval.

The game was the second meeting between the teams (the first resulted in a win for the Koori boys, 6 for 225 off 50 overs and Combined Services finished with 9 for 223 off 50 overs).

The bowlers paved the way for a win to the Koori team in this match also (which is being played for a shield). Seventeen-year-old Craig Trindall

(Narrabri), 3 for 29 off 10 overs. Seventeen-year-old Jason Poore

(Newcastle), 2 for 32 off nine overs. David Stepto (Sydney), 3 for 38 off

10 overs. Anthony Poore, 0 for 17 off 10

overs, kept the defence teams bat­ting in check and were assisted by brilliant fielding by all other team members. Eighteen-year-old opening batsman

Colin Lamont (Sydney) stamped him­self as a class batsman by batting right through the innings and compil­ing 90 not out. He was well supported by his broth­

er Bernie with 23, and Dave Stepto with 35.

The final score was NSW Kooris, 8 for 168 defeated Australian Services, 9 for 165. The Mayor of Bankstown, Alderman

Ray Buchanan, OAM, and Deputy May­or Alderman Max Parker attended the match and announced the Bankstown Council's support for the Koori team-by sponsoring costs of ground fees for the day.

The Australian Services Team plan to select a team to go to England next year at a national carnival to be held in Sydney.

Once this team is selected they will play a match against the NSW Koori team before departing for England.

The NSW State Aboriginal Cricket Association is planning to hold a national Koori cricket carnival next season.

The carnival already has the sup­port of the Bankstown Council with an indication of the allocation of ovals in the Bankstown area. For more details telephone Les

Knox on (02) 923 4234.

STORE MANAGEMENT

PAUL LOEVEN • (070) 557864 • HOLIDAY RELIEFS • TRAINING LOCAL STAFF • EMERGENCY SHORT TERM RELIEFS • REMOTE AREAS A SPECIALTY • QLD., NT.. WA. • HONESTY AND INTEGRITY ASSURED | EXPERIENCED IN ABORIGINAL COMMUNITIES!

ABORIGINAL ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT OFFICER Identified Aboriginal position. This is a new community based position, within the Business Enterprise Centre Network, with funds provided by the Department of Industrial Relations, Em­ployment, Training and Further Education. The primary responsibilities of the posi­tion are to: — act as a facilitator for Aboriginal

people wishing to start in business but who are having difficulty beginning

— provide an information and advisory service for Aboriginal small business

— provide practical assistance to exist­ing small firms and new starters in the area

— identify and develop appropriate small business opportunities for clients through negotiations with employers and other participation in the labour market

— develop opportunities to encourage community contribution to the service, and

— encourage a commercial business cul­ture within Aboriginal communities.

The successful applicant will be able to develop community links and should pos­sess excellent communication, liaison and negotiation skills. Experience in small business management preferred. Drivers licence is essential. Motor vehicle and training provided. The Business Enterprise Centre Network is an equal opportunity employer. Salary: $32,500 pa. There are six positions available located in the following areas and with the follow­ing organisations: • Casino — Casino Regional Enterprise Development Organisation, PO Box 828, Casino, NSW 2470. Ph: (066) 62 5055

D Kempsey — Macleay Business Enter­prise Centre, Shop 1, 28 Clyde Street, Kempsey, NSW 2440. Ph: (065) 63 1022

• Newcastle — Hunter Region Enterprise Agency, PO Box 39, Wickham, NSW 2393. Ph: (049) 62 2021

• Sydney — Botany Enterprise Develop­ment Agency, PO Box 121. Rosebery, NSW 2018. Ph: (02) 317 0574

• Wollongong — lllawarra ITeC. PO Box 2100, Wollongong, NSW 2500. Ph: (042) 26 3723

D Parkes — Parkes/Forbes Enterprise Development Centre, PO Box 337, Parkes, NSW 2870. Ph: (068) 62 5511.

Apply in writing by the 16th April to ad­dresses shown above.

THE KOORI MAIL, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 1992. 23

CORRECTION

In the last edition edition, Albert Torrens, was incorrectly n a m e d in the caption. Tim, as w e called him

is his father.

LACHLAN WRIGHT — WORLD CUP SOCCER PLAYER AT 11

Jay Hlckling, pictured with Albert, is the son of Audley Hickling. W e incorrectly called Mr Hickling 'Mr

Roberts'.

Maradona, Lothar Mattheaus, Ruud Gullit, Maroo Van Basten and Gary Lineker are the idols of millions of aspiring Soccer youngsters around the globe. But for outstanding 11-year-old

Aboriginal sportsman Lachlan Wright of Hurlstone Park the name Harry Williams is a source of inspiration. Williams, a talented left-back, was

the first Aboriginal to play Soccer for Australia back in 1970 and helped the Socceroos qualify for the 1974 World Cup in west Germany. And now Lachlan, a gifted striker or midfielder, hopes to follow in Williams' footsteps. While most Australian Soccer

juniors admire the feats of Craig Johnston and Frank Farina the skill and determination of former international Williams have been a tremendous influence on young Lachlan's short career.

Lachlan was recently named vice-captain of the Australian Aussie Roo U 12s squad to compete in the 13th world Dallas Cup in Texas this month. The Dallas Cup is recognised as the most prestigious youth Soccer tournament in the USA and attracts top class teams from all over the world.

ABORIGINAL HOSTELS LIMITED

Aboriginal Hostels Limited is a C o m p a n y o w n e d and financed by the Australian Government. Through Central Office located in Canberra, and our eight Regional Offices, w e provide and operate hostel a c c o m m o d a t i o n throughout Australia. W e h a v e a positive policy of offering e m p l o y m e n t and training opportunities for Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders.

HOSTEL MANAGER POS. No. 625 HARRY MANYA HOSTEL - MILDURA, VIC. SALARY $25,164 - $26,015 p.a. DUTIES — Under general direction be responsible for the complete operation of the Hostel. The Hostel Manager is to provide quality accommodation and an environment which assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to obtain equality and dignity within the Australian Community through ensuring appropriate recreational, educational and other support facilities are available to residents. CONDITIONS OF SERVICE — Conditions of service will be as per the Aboriginal Hostels Limited Managers Award. These conditions include: — Four weeks annual leave plus a provision for additional recreation leave subject to the

Award conditions. — Free board and lodging, plus subsidised tariff for dependants. — Removal and travel expenses. — Superannuation as a continuing employee, the successful applicant may elect to contribute

to the Commonwealth Government Superannuation Scheme transfer of existing Government benefits may be arranged.

— Continued employment is subject to satisfactory completion of a 6 month probationary period.

N O T E — This position is an identified position and the successful candidate will have a knowledge of and an understanding of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander culture and society, and an ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander people. WRITTEN APPLICATIONS — If is in the interest of applicants to obtain a copy of the selection documentation and for applications to address the selection criteria. Envelopes containing applications should be clearly marked "Confidential" P/N: 625 and addressed to:

Regional Manager Aboriginal Hostels Limited P.O. Box 1266 COLLINGWOOD, VIC. 3066

SELECTION DOCUMENTATION/ENQUIRIES — For selection documentation and any enqui­ries concerning the vacancies please contact Mr Allan Liddle (03) 419 6577. CLOSING D A T E — 18 April 1992. Aboriginal Hostels Limited promotes a smoke free work environment.

The Aussie Roos are in the same division as teams from Italy, France, Pakistan, Venezuela, Wales, Mexico, Canada, Guatemala and the United States. Talented Lachlan is giving away a

year in age but shows a maturity and ball skills that belie his tender years. He is a promising colt in the Canterbury U 11 representative Soccer team and has the uncanny knack of creating goals from midfield or scoring them as a lethal marksman up front. Lachalan has also won selection in

the Australian U/11 indoor Soccer squad to tour N e w Zealand in December. The Lewisham Christian Bros

whiz-kid is a key member of the APIA-Leichhardt U/11s on the club scene and proved the architect of their trophy victory at the U/10 Indoor National Championships last season. Lachlan is highly regarded by APIA officials and one of the best prospects at the club. But soccer is one of many

diversions for this versatile young schoolboy.

Lachlan is also an outstanding competitor with Elouera Junior Surf Lifesaving Club, a champion swimmer and track and field athlete. He has represented N S W in Junior

Surf Lifesaving after wins in the boys flag, beach relay, taplin relay and wade relay events and is age swimming champion at Lewisham.

In athletics he finished a creditable 8th in the N S W Little Athletics discus

Any girls for a game

of Soccer? Girls, would you like to play

Soccer? Tina Moran, of Goonellabah

(Northern New South Wales), is trying to get enough women for a Soccer team. Anyone from the Lismore district

(Northern New South Wales) who is interested in being a part of the team should ring Tina on (066) 24 2174.

event for U/11 boys and second in the field relay to gain selection in the Trans Tasman representative squad to which toured New Zealand in January.

And Rugby League is in Lachlan's blood ... He is an ardent supporter of the mighty Balmain Tigers and hails from a family of good Rugby League stock. Lachlan's father Darryl was a former star lock with South Sydney and Newtown Juniors and currently coaches the Balmain S G Ball Under 17 representative team. And Lachlan is a cousin of Balmain's classy 20-year old first grade five-eight Paul Davis. Lachlan was a promising Rugby

league half back before channelling his energies into Soccer but enjoys his role as ball boy of the Tigers S G Ball team. Lionel Rose, Tony Mundine, John

Sattler, Eric Simms, Arthur Beetson, Larry Corowa, John Ferguson, Evonne Goolagong-Cawley, Olympic athlete Cathy Freeman and the brilliant Ella brothers are just a few of the Aboriginal sporting greats produced in Australia. In years to come maybe Lachlan

Wright will be pitting skills with Soccer's best in a World Cup for Australia — just like his idol Harry Williams all those years ago. (Lachlan will leave for Texas on April

10.) GUNGIL JINDIBAH CENTRE (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

The University otters a range of accredited courses specifically lor Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people including the:

Tertiary Bridging Certificate (TBC) f yeai full-time

Associate Diploma ot Health Science (Aboriginal Health and Community Development) 2 years full-time. 4 years part-time

Associate Diploma ot Business (Aboriginal Business Development) 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time

These courses are co-ordinated jointly by the Centre and relevant faculties. Preference in admission is given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Successful completion ol the TBC enables entry to most accredited programmes at the University. The Health course qualifies people lor employment as health workers and the Business course lor work in the private or public sector. The University also offers a wide range ol mainstream programmes in the areas of education, health, business, tourism, sport, environmental science, art, music and media.

For information on application procedure please ring (066) 20 3955 or write to the Centre.

UNE -T h e U n i v e r s i t y of

NEW ENGLAND Northern Rivers

P.O. Box 157, Lismore, N S W 2480. Telephone (066) 20 3000 Facsimile (066) 22 1300

Published by Ihe Koori Mail, PO Box 117, Lismore, New South Wales 2480. Printed by The Northern Star Ltd, Bruxner Highway, Goonellabah, New South Wales 2480. Registered by Australia Post — NBF 3772.

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