Good News Stories
Read about the success stories from Ashburton Aboriginal Corporations activities in the Pilbara.
Building A Future
AAC Hedland were able to assist job seeker Aaron Woodley in providing him accommodation at Mirnutharntu. He has made the
View moreConfidence Boost
Shona McKie has had some major breakthroughs since she has engaged in one of our AAC mentor programs. AAC has
View moreKeeping our Job Seekers Covid Safe
AAC would like to say a massive ‘Thank You’ to De Grey Mining Limited who recently delivered 200 RATests to
View moreDelivery Time
AAC recently provided six local families with cooked meals while in recent lockdown during a recent covid outbreak here in
View morePoppies for Paraburdoo
25th April is a National Day of Remembrance in Australia and New Zealand. On ANZAC Day, we remember all who
View moreThat New Truck Smell
We were so excited to welcome our new truck at Containers for Change this month. She is an absolute stunner,
View moreCalendar Anyone?
Our staff in Tom Price felt empowered recently when we completed First Attack Fire Training. We feel like firefighting heroes
View moreBringing Communities Together
AAC have been actively involved in assisting those affected by COVID this month in all the communities. Cases kept climbing
View moreHands-On Infection Control
We recently had a number of our staff undertake some training that was delivered through Hands-On Infection Control they offer
View moreMaking the Change
We can tell that our jobseekers enjoy working at Containers for Change, a paid jobseeker Activity. Some have managed to
View moreA Mitre Fine Guy
At AAC we work closely with employers to identify suitable positions for jobseekers. We specifically love employers who have a
View moreThanks Category 5
Brittany, Kristy and Genelle happily presenting the team from Category 5 with a special gourmet fruit platter and cheque for
View moreJob Seeker Incentives
Sarah and Deanne from ‘Rose Nowers Child Care Services’ were very excited and grateful to receive one of our AAC
View moreGreat Job Kingsley
Kingsley commenced employment with Hedland Hand Car Wash in June last year as a Car Detailer. In October, Kingsley relocated
View moreCongratulations Tamara
Congratulations to Tamara who is gainfully employed as a cleaner with Bloodwood Tree. Tamara has been keen to work and
View moreTammy’s Journey with Thandi
The past few months have blown Thandi’s mind. Our Employment Engagement Officer has quickly become quite an expert in her
View moreContainers for Change and Ashoil Recycling Together
At Ashburton Aboriginal Corporation, we’re always finding ways to work together. Not only is this economical, but it enables us
View moreNewman Activities and Events
In the last week, AAC Newman has been busy with activities and events picking up. The AAC women have been
View moreWelcoming New Staff to Newman
Ashburton’s Newman team has recently grown in numbers! We are pleased to welcome Sasha our Activities Supervisor, Terry our Activities
View moreWelcoming Michael from Many Rivers
For-purpose organisation Many Rivers works with clients and communities to provide business support and assist in economic development. AAC and
View moreQUBE Candidates Set to Begin TAFE Studies.
Seven of our 9 QUBE candidates recently attended orientation at Pundulmurra Campus TAFE. After orientation was completed, the candidates attended
View moreBloodwood Tree Receives Their Employer Incentive
AAC has been working closely with Bloodwood Tree, the non-for-profit organisation that provides support services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait
View moreNora Cooke Provides Covid Vaccination Support
Nora Cooke is our very own in-house Covid19 Support Person at our AAC Hedland office. A few of our AAC
View moreHeavyweight Recycling Champion
As you know AAC manage the Containers for Change refund points in Tom Price, Paraburdoo and Marble Bar. We celebrate
View moreMr Goodwin’s Story
Aaron is a former AAC job seeker with such an air of confidence about him that the AAC staff have
View moreJob Seekers Remain Successfully Employed For 26-Weeks
Six AAC job seekers recently met their 26-week milestone of employment at Wirraka Maya Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (WMHSAC) WMHSAC
View moreQUBE Information Session Event
Recently, an end of the year Mini Connect Information Session was held at the Lotteries House. The aim of this
View moreVincent Documents His Native Aboriginal Language.
Vincent Thomas has been undertaking the challenging but highly rewarding job of recording and documenting his Native Aboriginal Language.
View moreBBQ Event Raises Awareness for Violence Against Women and Families
On the 7th of December AAC Hedland supported the Department of Communities with bottles of our Yurrama water. A number
View moreJob Seeker Successes from December
One of our AAC job seekers John Ryan was recently successful in securing employment as a Cleaner at Coles Supermarket.
View moreMartu Farm Christmas Gathering
Martu Farm had an amazing Christmas gathering early in December with many attending. AAC were invited to this wonderful event,
View moreJob Seekers Complete Traffic Management Course
AAC Woodwork Supervisor Adam has been mentoring a number of our Jobseekers and assisting them with completing their Traffic Management
View moreSaying No to Family Violence
On the 25th of November, a number of our AAC staff took part in this years “Hedland Says No to
View moreMinprovise Trainees Reach Employment Milestone
Following the training and mentorship program from Minprovise, a number of AAC job seekers have successfully reached an incredible employment
View morePilbara Inland Chamber of Commerce and Industry [PICCI] Business Awards 2021
AAC Tom Price recently won the Not-for-Profit Award at the Pilbara Inland Chamber of Commerce and Industry [PICCI] Business Awards
View moreMature Aged Job Seekers Gains Employment Through The Employer 1000 Jobs Incentive Package
Vincent Thomas, one of our mature aged job seekers, has gained employment through the employer 1000 jobs incentive package that
View moreHeal Country Sundowner for NAIDOC
AAC along with other community organisations in Tom Price met on a regular basis for months to plan our NAIDOC
View moreNaturally Nic Conducts “Healthy Eating on a Budget”
AAC continues to provide outreach servicing to a number of local communities here in the Pilbara. We recently contracted Naturally
View morePest and Weed Control Training in Tom Price
AAC Job Seekers from Tom Price, Wakathuni, Munjina, Bellary Springs and Paraburdoo successfully completed 3 units in Weed Control with
View moreRichard Mack’s Work Ethic Scores Him Grounds Person Position
AAC continues to oversee the daily watering and general maintenance of number of local Community organisations vegetable and garden beds
View moreJobs and Skills Mini Connect Provides AAC Job Seeker with Employment
AAC has been working with Wangka Maya in finding a suitable staff member to work within their landscape gardening service.
View moreArron and Marilyn Reach Their 13-Week Employment Milestone
AAC has been assisting Arron in his employment with Hijacked Barbers. Arron recently reached his 13-week employment milestone and is
View moreJob Seeker Philomena Secures Three Job Interviews!
It’s been a long journey for Philomena who, with the assistance of AAC, has overcome multiple barriers and lifelong challenges
View moreRecent Job Seeker Achievements & Final AAC/ Newman Futures Movie Night
It has been a very busy month for AAC Newman – here are just some of the things AAC have
View moreJob Seekers Make Excellent Progress with Minprovise Traineeship.
One of our site Supervisors Victor Taylor is currently mentoring a number of Job Seekers through one of our newly created
View moreAAC Partner with De Grey Mining
last month we had the opportunity to meet with Bronwyn Campbell from De Grey Mining. Bronwyn was able to give
View morePHICC Pink Breakfast
AAC Hedland Regional Manager Michelle Kivits, Site Manager Taylor Codina and George Cartwright from our Employment Services attended this years
View moreMake Each Day Your Masterpiece
AAC want to highlight the wonderful contributions of Annie in Paraburdoo. Our Paraburdoo Activity Supervisor Renee sat down with Annie
View moreJob Seekers Visit Marble Bar
Our Hedland job seekers and employer mentoring programs continue to gain momentum as the AAC team work along side job
View moreAsh Maintenance Clean Up
Last month whilst working on one of our projects in Tom Price, Ash Maintenance was approached by IBN. They asked
View morePersonal Development and Team Building
AAC staff from our Throssell Road and Wedgefield sites came together for an afternoon of Personal Development and Team building.
View moreFishing with Rex Workshop
AAC has commenced the “Fishing with Rex” workshop for jobseekers which will be held each Wednesday. Job seekers are transported
View moreAngie Scores Two Jobs
We first met Angie in May this year. She had come up to the Pilbara from Perth, and had never
View moreNewman CCI Business Awards 2021
We are proud to announce that our Newman branch of Ashburton Aboriginal Corporation won the recent Not-For-Profit award for the
View moreTiffaney Daley Continues to Achieve Success
Hardworking job seeker Tiffaney Daley has been attending our Workshop activity at Harwell Employment Training Centre on a Voluntary basis.
View moreDowner Presentation for Job Seekers
AAC are currently running a number of successful Work Ready Programs. A number of job seekers received a presentation from
View moreMarble Bar Basketball Court Progress
In Marble Bar this week, activities centred on final preparations of the basketball court that has been under construction for
View moreMinprovise Provides Training and Apprenticeships to Job Seekers
Job Seekers attended an Information Session and Interview with Minprovise. Minprovise are mining contractors who provide specialist engineering, products &
View moreEast Newman Street Blitz
Ashburton Aboriginal Corporation staff and job seekers had a blast helping out at the East Newman Street Blitz organised by
View moreCommunity Fun in Newman
AAC recently assisted with a number of events in Newman including a fun day, movie night, and Naidoc event. AAC
View moreNameless Junnamarra Festival
We couldn’t have an August newsletter without mentioning one of Tom Price’s biggest events on the social calendar! Every year
View moreWelcome Darylyn
Staff Profile Darylyn Walley – Employment Pathway Advisor, Tom Price Tell us about yourself I am both Yammatji from my
View moreWelcome Shania
Staff Profile Shania Yeates – Employment Pathway Advisor, Tom Price Where are you from? I am a Yammatji person from
View moreProvider Performance at Clontaf AFL Footy Carnival
AAC were invited by the Clontarf Foundation to provide assistance and support to the Students at the Clontarf AFL Footy
View moreTiffany Kicks her Goals
Tiffany Daley has been kicking goals and achieving her dreams. Tiffany recently reached her required hours for her P Plates,
View moreVictory in Vocational Training
Fortescue Metals Group has been providing opportunities for Aboriginal people to kick start their careers and secure employment
View moreRowen’s Walk for 2021
Last week, Ashburton Staff and members of the community came together for this year’s Rowen’s Walk. Started four years ago
View morePositive Vibes for a Community in Mourning
AAC visit the Gumala Aboriginal Corporation as they prepare for upcoming renovations. The AAC Team assisted Gumala in ensuring they
View moreKicking Goals in the Pilbara
Kim Papertalk has come a long way since he stepped into the AAC Tom Price office in November 2020. Our
View moreHarwell Work Ready Program
Four of our Harwell Work Ready Programs Staff attended a business breakfast that was held at Hedland Hotel and put
View moreWhat is NAIDOC Week and why is it important?
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia each July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres
View moreNAIDOC Celebrations BBQ
On Friday the 9th July, The Department of Community Justice hosted a BBQ to coincide with this year’s NAIDOC Celebrations.
View moreWarralong Community – Civil Construction Plant Operations Course
Our Job Seekers are super excited that they are 13 weeks into completing their Certificate 3 in Civil Construction Plant
View moreThe Yandeyarra Community
Last Month ACC Regional Manager Michelle Kivits and Community Coordinator Steve Horne were invited to attend this event by AAC
View morePilbara Sea Cadets
The Community Outreach team, Steve Horne and Terry Larson, have been assisting the Pilbara Sea Cadets with help from AAC
View moreAmazing Designs
Our talented Harwell Upholstery leading-hand – Rex Hughes – has recently worked on creating pillows with beautiful Aboriginal designs, that
View moreRowen’s Walk
Ashburton Aboriginal Corporation participated and showed support to “Rowen’s Walk” on the 15th of August. Rowen’s Walk is a Walk
View moreThe Blue Tree Project
Last month some of our AAC staff and the Local South Hedland Police took a photo standing outside our Harwell
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