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Aboriginal creative and strategy agency Little Rocket builds success during coronavirus lockdowns

Gurindji man John Burgess talks to CMR about how his business adapted to coronavirus and grew!

Korin Gamadji Institute continues its support for emerging young Aboriginal leaders through COVID-19

The KGI Richmond Emerging Aboriginal Leadership program goes online to continue engagement with young emerging Aboriginal leaders

Another Aboriginal business avoids disaster. Pivots, refocuses and moves forward with success.

Ainawan man and founding director of Jarrah Integrated Services talks on CMR about the journey from near disaster to new opportunities

Mob in uniform – sharing some common sense safety advice for the summer months

Wurundjeri and Yorta Yorta woman, VicPol Acting Sergeant Melissa Peters urges community to practise common sense during Summer

National Indigenous Story Awards 2020 – it’s time to get the submissions in for judging

Wurundjeri and Yorta Yorta man Nathaniel Andrews gives a judge’s perspective on the National Indigenous Story Awards 2020

Support stays strong for Healesville Aboriginal community thanks to the team at Oonah

A strong team of dedicated people ensure that essential services continue to be provided throughout the coronavirus pandemic

Shedding light on the breadth of bullying in the workplace, school and elsewhere

Ron Prasad joins Charles on CMR to deliver some insights into just how rife bullying is across our society. It’s everywhere!

NITV kickstarts your day during NAIDOC week with the Big Mob Brekky show

NITV journalist and Big Mob Brekky co-host Shahni Wellington talks on CMR about an innovative first for Australian television

Aboriginal singer, songwriter and photographer James Henry looks to the positives

James Henry takes advantage of Melbourne’s coronavirus lockdown to explore new avenues for his music – and bond with his newborn son.

Koorie Youth Council reaches out to support youth in Melbourne’s north during coronavirus

Victoria’s Koorie Youth Council team launches a new initiative to support and engage with Aboriginal youth in Melbourne’s northern suburbs

Aboriginal actor, playwright and director pushes forward with truth-telling


Using the stage as a platform to promote truths of Australia’s history over the past two-and-a-half centuries

Overcoming self-doubt – be determined and find a good listener


Ron and Charles share experiences and thoughts about managing the self-doubt that arises from bullying at school and in the workplace.

Aboriginal business keeps hundreds of staff employed during COVID-19
 pandemic

With support from Kinaway and a commitment to maintaining employment for hundreds of staff, a new Aboriginal business was born!

First People’s Assembly of Victoria pushes forward for truth-telling


“We’re committed to getting this right. We’re committed to getting treaty right. We’re committed to getting truth right.” – Marcus Stewart

Fitzroy Stars welcome home Lionel “Jacko” Proctor as new senior coach for 2021

One of the greatest Stars players maintains and shares his focus of consistent finals football for the team

Investing in and supporting the next generation of Aboriginal women leaders


The Victorian State government is working with Aboriginal women leaders to develop a program for the next generation of leaders

Bringing Victorian Aboriginal languages, culture and voices to everyone


Sharing Stories Foundation and Koorie Heritage Trust join forces to promote Victorian Aboriginal culture, languages and voices online.

Superannuation and reflections on the 2020 Federal Budget for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders

Ian Hamm from the First Nations Foundation talks with CMR about superannuation and the gig economy and the need for more funding for ACCOs from the Federal Government

Victoria’s local government elections – how valid are the candidates’ promises?

VLGA Chief of Staff Steve Cooper returns to CMR to discuss some of the lesser regarded aspects of local government elections – and candidates.

Capturing and sharing portraits of people during the coronavirus pandemic lockdowns

An unemployed filmmaker picks up his still camera to capture “portraits” of locals living under the reality of Melbourne’s coronavirus lockdowns

Building connections to self, country and culture even through a global pandemic

Two culturally strong Aboriginal women reach out to promote and support the benefits of connection to self, culture and country

Help recognise and put a stop to another pandemic…cyberbullying

Beat Bullying With Confidence CEO Ron Prasad returns to CMR to discuss the ever growing social problem of cyber bullying

Victoria’s local government elections – so just what’s it all about this time around?

VLGA Chief of Staff Steve Cooper speaks to Connection Matters Radio about the postal voting process for October’s local government elections

Connecting Stolen Generations and supporting sexual abuse victims – it still goes on during COVID-19

Despite the pressures of coronavirus pandemic lockdowns, Aunty EvaJo Edwards continues her towards supporting victims of child sexual abuse and the Stolen Generations