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The Centre for Aboriginal Studies is an academic school at Curtin University that aspires to contrib CAS provides tertiary education at all stages.

The Centre for Aboriginal Studies (CAS) at Curtin University aspires to create better future outcomes, reconciliation and meaningful social change for Indigenous Australians through higher education and research. We welcome Indigenous and non-Indigenous students to learn with us. To find out more about studying at the Centre, visit karda.curtin.edu.au, contact +61 8 9266 7091 or email [email protected]

All other enquiries: [email protected] or call +61 8 9266 7091

17/06/2026

👣 CAS on the road in Kununurra! Last week Kelly Nowak, Director of the Centre of Enabling Pathways, Fred Yasso, Director of CAS and Brendon DeGois, Program Coordinator attended the opening of RUSH (Regional University Study Hub) in Kununurra.

⭐️RUSH is an exciting initiative that helps students in the East Kimberley access higher education opportunities whilst staying connected to their communities.

🤝🏾The trip provided an excellent opportunity to network, strengthen partnerships and promote CAS courses. Congratulations to Fred Yasso who delivered a wonderful speech at the opening. It was also great to connect with fellow Curtin representatives Linda Adnyana and Luke Webster.

🤗 We look forward to continuing our support for regional and remote students across the Kimberley region. 🖤💛❤️

15/06/2026

🏆 The Centre for Aboriginal Studies in partnership with Curtin Sport and Recreation recently hosted the Curtin Kardas Launch Event on Wednesday 27 May to celebrate our student athletes before they head off to compete at the Indigenous Nationals. 🖤💛❤️

A special thank you to Uncle Nick Abraham for delivering a meaningful Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony, setting the tone for a morning of culture, connection and pride.

We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to guest speakers Dean McAuley, Michael Fitzgerald, Corey Phillips and our Kardas Team Captains for sharing their words of encouragement and inspiration.

We wish all our Kardas the very best as they travel to the upcoming Indigenous Nationals.

08/06/2026

📣 Join us at the Great Southern Deadly Jobs and Careers Expo! 🖤💛❤️ Thinking about your future? Come and yarn with the friendly team from the Centre for Aboriginal Studies at Curtin University at the Great Southern Deadly Careers Expo on Wednesday 10 June from 10.00am - 2.00pm.

Whether you are finishing high school, considering a career change, or exploring your options we would love to meet you and help you take the next step towards your goals.

✨ Your future starts here.
✨ You belong at Curtin.

We look forward to seeing you there!

03/06/2026

Today we commemorate Mabo Day ❤️💛🖤

Observed each year on 3 June, Mabo Day honours the life and legacy of Eddie Koiki Mabo, whose determination and advocacy led to one of the most significant legal decisions in Australian history.

The landmark Mabo decision overturned the doctrine of terra nullius and recognised that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have enduring rights and connections to Country that pre-date colonisation. This paved the way for the Native Title Act 1993 and the recognition of native title rights across Australia.

As the final day of National Reconciliation Week, Mabo Day invites us all to reflect on our shared history and to continue learning, listening and taking meaningful action towards reconciliation.

In the spirit of this year's National Reconciliation Week theme, "All In for Reconciliation," let us celebrate the achievements of the past while continuing to work together towards justice, recognition and a stronger future for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

27/05/2026

🖤💛❤️ National Reconciliation Week 2026 💙💚🤍🖤

From 26 May – 3 June we recognise National Reconciliation Week and this year’s theme: “All in for Reconciliation.”

This theme calls on all Australians to actively contribute to reconciliation through meaningful action, truth-telling, respect and connection. Reconciliation is everyone’s responsibility, and together we can help create a more just, equitable and united future.

At the Centre for Aboriginal Studies, we acknowledge the strength and resilience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities, and the importance of continuing to walk together in partnership, learning and understanding.

This week is an opportunity to reflect on our shared histories, celebrate culture, and commit to actions that support lasting change.

26/05/2026

Today on National Sorry Day we pause to reflect, remember and honour the Stolen Generations Survivors, their families and communities. 🖤💛❤️

This year’s theme “From Sorry to Action” reminds us that sorry must be accompanied by meaningful action. It calls on all Australians to continue learning, listening and working towards healing, truth-telling and reconciliation.

National Sorry Day recognises the strength, resilience and courage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples whilst acknowledging the ongoing impacts of policies that forcibly removed children from their families, communities and culture.

Healing comes through connection, understanding and collective commitment to creating a more respectful and just future for generations to come.

20/05/2026

A great afternoon celebrating our Enabling students at the end of semester wind-up at Milky Lane 🍔🖤💛❤️
Thank you to our Course Coordinators Sabah Rind and Tomzarni Dann for organising this special occasion.

19/05/2026

Our Curtin Kardas team are proudly representing Curtin University at the Western Series hosted at The University of Western Australia. CAS staff members Brendon DeGois, Shamone Eades and Michael Fitzgerald are attending alongside students. 🖤💛❤️

The Western Series provides students from diverse backgrounds with the opportunity to connect, compete and represent their universities in exciting intervarsity competitions across Western Australia.

We are incredibly proud of our Kardas team for their teamwork, sportsmanship and dedication. Good luck Kardas!

18/05/2026

📣 Join us for Lightning Talks: Thinking with Curtin’s Anti-Racism Commitment

This engaging event will bring together important conversations, ideas and reflections around anti-racism, inclusion and creating culturally safe spaces across our university community.

📅 Friday, 22 May 2026
🕙 10.00am – 1.00pm
📍 Building 410 Level 1, Room 101

Come along to hear a series of short talks and discussions that encourage meaningful dialogue and collective thinking around Curtin’s Anti-Racism Commitment.

Address

Kent Street, Curtin University
Bentley, WA
6102

Website

http://karda.curtin.edu.au/

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