Aarna is delighted to announce that Damien Parriman has become our new chief executive officer. Damien's committed to empowering Kimberley Aboriginal people and ensuring social, cultural and biodiversity values continue to thrive. He has a wealth of experience - having served as chief executive of Walalakoo Aboriginal Corporation as well as Senior Business Manager in the Kimberley Land Council's Land and Sea Management Unit. Welcome to Aarnja Damien!
Congratulations Divina D'Anna
On behalf of our Kimberley Aboriginal Membership and Board, Aarnja congratulates our own proud Nimanburr and Yawuru woman Divina D’Anna, who has been selected by Labor to stand for the seat of Kimberley. Divina has a wealth of professional experience that spans across the government, philanthropic and private sectors. Congratulations Divina and all the best!
MG Corp answers burning questions in latest newsletter
What do you do if you're in Perth for medical treatment and need to get home to the Kimberley? Or what if you need to go down to Perth for medical treatment? Are there still flights between Broome and Kununurra? MG Corp has just released their latest newsletter, and it has the answers to all these important questions and many more. You can check it out here.
Kimberley Coronavirus Update #3
Binarri-binyja yarrawoo (backbone for Empowered Communities East Kimberley) and Kimberly Aboriginal Medical Service have put together a bulletin of critical information for you and your networks. Please distribute this link among your staff, members, colleagues and networks. Read the most recent bulletin #3 here (released Tuesday 7 April at 9:00am AWST) by clicking here.
Stronger restrictions now in place
As of last night, further Kimberley travel restrictions are now in place. There are new boundaries, in line with the four local government areas: Broome, Derby, Wyndham and Halls Creek. Residents have been urged to stay within their area. A nursing team has also been sent to Broome Hospital to assist with COVID-19 response. For the full details, please access the full media statement from the Premier’s office here.