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16 Days of Activism is Wired for Change

16 Days of Activism is Wired for Change

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on November 25, and runs until December 10.  This year’s theme is ‘Wired for Change: Technology’s Impact on Gender Abuse’, which looks at the impact that technology has had in shaping gender-based abuse and violence; how it has been a force for bad but also how it has impacted the...
CH roots at unveiling of unique artwork

CH roots at unveiling of unique artwork

Bundjalung artist, Gyspsy Draven, Don College Principal John Thompson, and inaugural national 2022 Ampol Best All Rounder recipient, Aaliah Dennison, at the unveiling of Ms Draven’s artwork at Don College in Devonport. Miss Dennison’s family line stems from the Circular Head region and obtained the services of local artist Ms Draven to bring their vision to life.  Read more in the...
Vinnies Van looking for volunteers

Vinnies Van looking for volunteers

The newly re-opened Vinnies Hub in Smithton are seeking volunteers in the coming months to rally around community members in need over the Christmas period. Smithton Vinnies Hub’s Bronte Hughes says that help is always welcome. “We are always looking for new volunteers. Currently we won’t have a van over Christmas and New Years, because we don’t have the number of volunteers available.” If you...
Passport to learning

Passport to learning

St Peter Chanel Catholic School are the first school in the Circular Head Region to join Children's University. The school currently has 14 students who have joined, since introducing in the middle of Term Three. The program collaborates with schools and the community to inspire children and young people aged seven to 14, fostering their confidence and nurturing curiosity through a wide range...
Smithton Primary voted School of the Year

Smithton Primary voted School of the Year

Smithton Primary School have won an amazing $5000 by being voted School of the Year. “We certainly could have gone with flashy new play equipment, or built a fancy golden statue of Mr Smith, but the way I see it, our school is going well, and our kids are enjoying being here, so we don’t need any more entertainment. We’ve got the school in a place where it is calm and settled, so let’s continue...
Seven Up to benefit from Dice Run

Seven Up to benefit from Dice Run

The Tarkine Dice Run is fast approaching, with the annual charity ride this year supporting community youth centre, Seven-up. Now in its third year, the Tarkine Dice Run sees participants travel in bikes and done up cars around the Tarkine Loop taking in the unique scenery of Smithton, Trowutta, the Julius River, Arthur River, and Marrawah, before heading back to Smithton. The date for this...

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