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This National Reconciliation Week, we pause to reflect, learn, and recommit to the ongoing journey of reconciliation between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous Australians for the benefit of all. Built on the foundations of trust, respect, equity, historical acceptance, and unity, reconciliation is not a destination, but a path we walk together. Generations have fought hard for meaningful change, and that work continues. Join us for a morning tea

Happy International Nurses Day 2026! Today we celebrate the extraordinary women and men who show up every single day to save lives, ease suffering, and care for us all. Nurses don't just save lives-- they hold people together during some of the hardest moments they'll ever face. This year's theme is “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives.” It's a reminder that nursing is one of the most powerful forces in healthcare. When nurses are supported, resourced, and

Families Week is back from 11-17 May 2026 As Australia’s biggest celebration of families, it’s a chance to recognise the vital role families play in our lives and our community. This year’s theme, Every Family, Everywhere, is about celebrating families in all their forms, cultures, structures and experiences, and embracing activities that bring us together. Throughout the week, there are events and activities happening across the country. Find out more or see what’s happeni

Happy International Day of the Midwife! Today we celebrate the incredible midwives around the world who show up every single day, in hospitals, communities, and even in the most difficult, fragile settings, to bring life into the world with skill, dignity, and heart. But today is also a call to action. Right now, the world is one million midwives short. That's one million gaps in care for women and babies who deserve better. Too many mothers are still dying from preventable

May is Domestic & Family Violence Prevention Month Our community is built on care, respect, and love, but sometimes things get hard. DFV doesn't always look the way we expect it to. It can be emotional, financial, or verbal, and it can happen to any one of us. If someone in your life is making you feel scared, controlled, or unsafe that's not okay, and you deserve better. Violence is never our way. It's on all of us to stand up, speak up, and break the cycle. If someone you

May is Lung Health Awareness Month, and we recognise that lung health is strongest when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities lead their own initiatives, and we're proud to support that work. Lung cancer is the most common cancer and leading cause of cancer death among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, making early detection more important than ever. If you've had a cough hanging around, or you're feeling breathless, tired or sore, don't wait. Getting

Come celebrate NAIDOC LOCKYER VALLEY Week with us! NAIDOC Week 2026 is extra special this year. The theme is 50 Years of Deadly, marking five decades of celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures and communities. For fifty years, NAIDOC themes have captured stories of survival, resistance, pride and culture, carried forward by generations of organisers, artists, activists and community members who refused to be silenced. This year, we celebrate that l

Kambu Health Public Holiday Closure Please note that the following Kambu Health locations will be closed Friday 15 May 2026: Ipswich Clinic Ipswich Children and Family Centre Amaroo Kindergarten Wharf St We will reopen and resume regular services on Saturday 16 May 2026 at our Ipswich Clinic. Please note that Laidley Clinic and Family Wellbeing Service in Laidley will remain open on Friday 15 May 2026. All other Kambu Health services will reopen and resume regular services on

Kambu Health Public Holiday Closure Please note that Kambu Health will be closed Monday 4 May 2026. We will reopen and resume regular services Tuesday 5 May 2026. For medical emergencies, always call 000. Our People Our Community Our Health Our Way

FREE Community Event – Generation Well Health Promotion in Gatton! Join us at Lake Apex Park in Gatton on Friday 8 May 2026 from 10:00am-2:00pm for a day of fun, connection, and wellbeing. What’s happening: FREE BBQ & sausage sizzle FREE health checks Footy & games Art & cultural activities Yarning circle This Generation Well Health Promotion day is all about supporting the mental health, resilience, and future aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander you

Kambu Health Public Holiday Closure Please note that Kambu Health will be closed Saturday 25 April 2026. We will reopen and resume regular services Monday 27 April 2026. For medical emergencies, always call 000. Our People Our Community Our Health Our Way

TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE! Celebrating 50 Years. Honouring Our Journey. Shaping Our Future. The Kambu Health Annual Gala Ball 2026 is more than an event — it's a milestone moment, and we want YOU there to celebrate with us! This special evening will honour 50 years of community-controlled healthcare, celebrating the strength, resilience, and vision of our Elders, leaders, staff, partners, and community who have shaped Kambu Health into what it is today. Here's what's in store

Ngamu (Healing) Retreat – Gold Coast As part of Kambu Health’s Generation Well program, the Ngamu (Healing) Retreat offers a safe, supportive space for young people to connect, heal and grow on Country. This mental health retreat is designed specifically for young people aged 10–17, supporting social and emotional wellbeing through culture, community and care. This retreat will include discussion around suicide, self-harm, grief and loss, healing from hurt, and emotional wel

Kambu Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Health (Kambu Health) wishes to advise members that Ms. Simone Jackson has resigned from the Chief Executive Officer position. The Board of Directors will utilise this time to undertake a comprehensive recruitment process to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation into the future. The Board is also commencing the nomination process to fill two (2) vacant Board pos

Come kick it with us these school holidays! Come through for Footy & Feed — no sign ups, no fuss, just bring yourself and your deadly crew! What's happening: Play some sick games with the mob Grab a snag (yep, it's FREE!) Yarn with the Kambu Health Family Wellbeing Team Date: Friday 10 April 2026 Time: 10:00am-1:00pm Location: Narda Lagoon, Laidley RSVP to Nic: 0429291798 or Anthony: 0418787316 by 7 April Tag your cousin, your bestie, your whole crew — everyone's welcome!

Under Eights Week at Gatton State School Kambu Health is proud to sponsor the Under Eights Week event at Gatton State School on Friday 22 May 2026. This milestone year is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on seven decades of learning, laughter, creativity, and play. We are excited to look at ways PLAY has evolved and can’t wait to celebrate with our children, families, educators, and the wider community. Date: Friday 22 May 2026 Time: 9:00am-12:00pm Location: Top oval at Ga

🌏 20 YEARS OF EARTH HOUR 🌏 At 8:30pm tonight Saturday 28 March 2026, communities across the world will switch off their lights for Earth Hour’s 20th year. For us, caring for Country isn’t a trend — it’s responsibility. It’s connection. It’s legacy. That one (1) hour isn’t about saving power. It’s about standing together. Showing that we care. Raising awareness. Committing to protect our planet — not just for one (1) hour, but every day after. When we switch off, we switch o

IMPORTANT NOTICE: STAFF TRAINING CLOSURE Monday 13 April 2026 Kambu Health is committed to delivering the highest standard of care to our community. To support our team’s ongoing professional development, the following services will be closed until 1:00pm on Monday 13 April 2026 for staff training: Ipswich Clinic Laidley Clinic Ipswich Children & Family Centre Family Participation Program Family Wellbeing Service Our Families Our Way Normal services will resume from 1:00pm on

Historic First Nations Darts Tournament Announced for NAIDOC 2026. A major celebration of sport, culture and community will take place this July with the announcement of the Inaugural First Nations National Reconciliation Darts Tournament, to be held 3–5 July 2026 as part of NAIDOC Week’s 50 Years Deadly celebration. The event is proudly being delivered in partnership with Goondir Health Service and Kambu Health, working in conjunction with the West Moreton Darts Association

FREE Community Event – Generation Well Health Promotion in Yamanto! Join us at Yamanto Central on the front lawn beside the play space on Friday 10 April 2026 from 10:00am-2:00pm for a day of fun, connection, and wellbeing. What’s happening: FREE 715 Health Checks Cultural Games and Activities Yarning circle Lunch is provided This Generation Well Health Promotion day is all about supporting the mental health, resilience, and future aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres St

Have you ever thought about all of the ways that skin health is important? Skin is your body's largest organ, and helps protect you from germs. Having healthy skin helps you to stay well, feel good and do well at school and sport. Some of the most common skin problems are: skin sores, boils, scabies, ringworm, hand, foot and mouth disease, and head lice. If you are having skin problems, please make sure to book in an appointment with your GP. Treating the problem early can

Easter Closure Notice Kambu Health will be closed for the Easter long weekend on the following days: Good Friday – 3 April 2026 Easter Saturday – 4 April 2026 Easter Sunday – 5 April 2026 Easter Monday – 6 April 2026 We will reopen on Tuesday, 7 April 2026. Wishing our community a safe and happy Easter! Enjoy the time with your loved ones (and plenty of chocolate eggs!). In a medical emergency always call 000. Our People Our Community Our Health Our Way

From Monday 16 to Sunday 22 March 2026, we celebrate Harmony Week — a time to recognise the strength, culture and stories of all Australians. It’s about respect, inclusion, and making everyone feel they belong. Whether you wear orange, attend a local event, or simply take a moment to connect with someone from a different background, every action counts. At Kambu Health, we honour the diversity of our communities and the wisdom of our Elders. Together, let’s create spaces wher

Come join us for Close the Gap Day! Kambu Health warmly invites our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community to come together for Close the Gap Day at our Ipswich Clinic on Thursday 19 March 2026. 715 Health Checks: 9:00am – 3:30pm Free Sausage Sizzle: 10:30am – 12:30pm Looking after your health is important for you, your family and our community. When you complete your 715 Health Check at Kambu Health, you’ll also be automatically entered into our monthly draw to win

2026 Theme: Give To Gain When we give, we gain. This year’s theme reminds us that generosity isn’t a loss — it’s powerful growth. When we give our time, knowledge, support, advocacy and opportunities, we create stronger pathways for women and girls to thrive. For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, giving has always been part of who we are — giving culture, giving care, giving leadership, giving strength to community. And when our women rise, our families rise. Our c

Kambu Health Annual Gala Ball 2026, Celebrating 50 Years ✨ SAVE THE DATE ✨ Join us as we celebrate 50 years of community-controlled healthcare, cultural strength and walking alongside our people. This will be a night to honour our journey since 1976 and celebrate our Elders, our leaders, our staff, our partners, our community, and to look ahead to the next chapter. Mark your calendars — you won’t want to miss this historic milestone! Date: Saturday, 1 August 2026 Venu

International Women’s Day Morning Tea We invite you to join us in celebration International Women’s Day. The 2026 theme for International Women’s Day is “Give to Gain.” This campaign encourages a mindset of generosity and collaboration and emphasises the power of reciprocity and support. When people, organizations, and communities give generously, opportunities and support for women increase. Giving is not a subtraction, but multiplication. When women thrive, we all rise. M

International Women’s Day Morning Tea We invite you to join us in celebration International Women’s Day. The 2026 theme for International Women’s Day is “Give to Gain.” This campaign encourages a mindset of generosity and collaboration and emphasises the power of reciprocity and support. When people, organizations, and communities give generously, opportunities and support for women increase. Giving is not a subtraction, but multiplication. When women thrive, we all rise. M

You’re Invited! Kambu Health Ipswich Clinic Grand Reopening We’re excited to welcome our community back to the Kambu Health Ipswich Clinic for our official Grand Reopening! Date: Monday 2 March 2026 Time:10:30am Location: Ipswich Clinic, 27 Roderick St Come along and celebrate this special milestone with us! Enjoy: A delicious sausage sizzle Lucky door prizes A chance to connect with community and staff A fresh new chapter for your local clinic Bring your family and friends —

On 21 February 2026, we acknowledge International Mother Language Day and celebrate the strength and diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages across Australia. Before colonisation, more than 250 distinct languages were spoken across this continent — today, communities are leading powerful efforts to protect, revitalise and pass them on to future generations. Language carries culture, law, Songlines, humour and deep connections to Country — it is living kno

Book your 715 Health Check and get a deadly FREE t-shirt. Plus, each month, one lucky winner will walk away with a $250 gift card! The winner will be drawn on the first working day of every month! Book your FREE 715 Health Check now by calling: Kambu Health Ipswich Clinic (07) 3810 3000 Kambu Health Laidley Clinic (07) 5465 3541 Our People Our Community Our Health Our Way

On 13 February 2008, then-Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, delivered this historic Apology in Parliament, acknowledging the deep pain and injustice inflicted on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples: “For the pain, suffering and hurt of these Stolen Generations, their descendants, and the families left behind, we say sorry. To the mothers and fathers, the brothers, and sisters, for the breaking up of families and communities, we say sorry. And for the indignity and degrada

Kambu Health Men’s Retreat – March 2026 Kambu Health Men’s Retreat will return to Kokoda Park from 13–15 March 2026 for our annual Men’s Retreat. Join us for a free, culturally safe healing journey, with activities running across the retreat including: Cultural connection activities Yarning circles Time to reflect, connect, and strengthen wellbeing A complimentary bus will be available for transport to and from Kokoda Park. Please note: individual transport cannot be provided

National Apology Day Morning Tea with CEO, Friday 13 February 2026 National Apology Day is a time to acknowledge the strength of the Stolen Generations and reaffirm our commitment to truth, justice, and healing. While the National Apology is a crucial step, we acknowledge that the work is far from over. “There’s nothing more powerful than the personal story. For people to understand, we have to open ourselves up. It’s hard to tell our personal stories but we are doing this to

Happy Primary Health Care Nurses Day! This years Primary Health Care Nurses day theme is: Essential at Every Stage. Today we recognise the nurses who deliver care, connection and support across Australia. Our People Our Community Our Health Our Way

Cancer is the second most common cause of death for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, who are 43% more likely to die from the disease than other Australians. Cancer screening helps keep our people, families and communities strong, safe and healthy. Looking after our health is one way we care for ourselves, our loved ones, and future generations. Having regular screening can make a real difference. When cancer is found early, treatment is often more effective. If y

Feeding Tube Awareness Week 2026 runs from 1–7 February. It’s a time to come together, share knowledge, and strengthen connections across our communities. Tube feeding (enteral nutrition) supports the health and wellbeing of people who need help getting the nourishment their bodies need. People of all ages use feeding tubes, from babies and children to adults and Elders. By raising awareness and sharing stories, we support families, carers, and communities to care for one ano

February is Ovarian cancer awareness month. Ovarian cancer is an umbrella term used to describe a cancerous (malignant) tumour starting in one or both ovaries. The ovaries are made up of three main kinds of cells, and each of these cells can develop into a different type of tumour. Ovarian cancer is usually diagnosed in women or people with ovaries who are over the age of 50. Ovarian cancer is the eighth most common cancer in Australia. About 1,532 Australian women and peopl

Check Your Heart Before Valentine’s Day Everyone is welcome to join us at Ipswich Clinic on 13 February for a FREE Heart Health Check. Blood pressure check Friendly health team FREE blood pressure monitor to take home Heart health matters for all of us. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are more likely to experience heart disease, and often at a younger age. Looking after our hearts helps us stay strong for ourselves, our families, and future generations. Time

Are you ready for Valentine’s Day? Kambu Health Laidley Clinic has put together a day to make sure you mob are ready for some safe Valentine’s Day celebrations. We will be offering: DISCREET Sexual Health Checks Information for men and women Games FREEcondoms and dams FREE BBQ Morning Tea Time: 9:00am - 11:00 am Date: 13 February Where: Kambu Health Laidley Clinic, 164 Patrick St Laidley 4341 Our People Our Community Our Health Our Way

FREE Community Event – Generation Well Health Promotion in Goodna! Join us at Evan Marginson Park in Goodna on Monday 9 February 2026 from 10:00am-2:00pm for a day of fun, connection, and wellbeing. What’s happening: FREE BBQ & sausage sizzle FREE health checks Footy & games Art & cultural activities Yarning circle This Generation Well Health Promotion day is all about supporting the mental health, resilience, and future aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander yo

School holidays are here and Kambu Health Ipswich Children and Family Centre is putting on a January Holiday Program We’re kicking things off with a Back to School Family Fun Day on Thursday 15 January 2026. There’ll be fun activities, a performance by Nana Magic, plus free back-to-school packs, prizes and food. Please RSVP by Monday 12 January 2026 by calling (07) 3810 3010. We’ll also be heading out for a Family Day Out BBQ in the Park at Ripley Splash ’N’ Play on Thursday

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Kambu Health Community Children’s Christmas Carnival on Sunday to celebrate the season together. We really appreciate you coming along and sharing the day with us, especially with the heat turning it into a proper scorcher. Seeing community show up, support one another and make the most of the day meant a lot to our team. There was plenty happening throughout the day, and it was great to see our jarjums enjoying themselves from start

Wednesday 10 December 2025 is Human Rights Day, a time to stand up for fairness, respect and equality for all. This year’s theme, Our Everyday Essentials, reminds us that human rights aren’t just big ideas — they’re part of our daily lives, from feeling safe to having a voice that’s heard. They are positive, essential and attainable. Let’s keep looking out for each other, speaking up for what’s right, and making sure everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our People

School Holidays are nearly here you mob! Looking for something fun to keep the kids busy and smiling? Bring the jarjums along to Family Wellbeing Services for a deadly day of activities, laughs, and good yarns! When: 15 December 2025 Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm Location: 155 Patrick Street, Laidley We’ve got plenty of fun lined up to keep the kids active and connected — a great chance for them to play, create, and learn in a safe, community-focused space. Let’s kick off the hol

Kambu Health Generation Well program is delivering a culturally strong, trauma-informed workshop designed to support healing from hurt, identity, resilience and positive futures for our young mob. This 5-day program runs 15–19 December 2025, 9:00am–3:00pm, held in the Dandirri Room Bremer Terrace, 1 Nicholas Street. Young people will come together for a powerful mix of culture, creativity and wellbeing activities. What participants will experience: • Yarning circles & story

Today, Wednesday 3 December 2025 is International Day of People with Disability — a time to celebrate strength, leadership and inclusion across our communities. This year’s theme, amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future, shines a light on the deadly work being done right here in Australia to make sure any mob with a disability have a strong voice and fair opportunities. Let’s stand together, break down barriers, and keep

Today, Monday 1 December 2025 marks World AIDS Day — a time to stand together, raise awareness, and show support for mob living with HIV. This year’s theme, “No one left behind” reminds us to keep breaking down stigma and make sure everyone has access to the care and support they need. Let’s yarn, learn, and look out for one another because everyone deserves to live well and live deadly. Our People Our Community Our Health Our Way

Kambu Health Christmas and New Year Closure Dates As we head into the festive season, we want to keep you mob updated so you can plan ahead for doctor appointments and/or prescriptions. Kambu Health clinics and services will be closed from Thursday 25 December 2025 and will reopen Monday 5 January 2026. In a medical emergency always call 000 immediately Wishing our community a safe, restful and joyful break. Our People Our Community Our Health Our Way

Kambu Health is proud to be the major sponsor of the Laidley Christmas Carnival 2025. Join us on Friday 28 November, from 6:00pm–8:00pm on Main Street, Laidley for a deadly night with our Laidley community. This carnival is all about bringing our mob, families, jarjums and locals together for Christmas spirit, laughter and community pride. We can’t wait to see everyone come together for a night full of fun and Christmas cheer.