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The Yurrongi Centre is the central meeting place at Melbourne Polytechnic for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, staff and the communities we belong to.

On Wednesday 14 October, the Yurrongi Centre felt the call to host a Treaty Talk event at Melbourne Polytechnic 🖤💛❤️Feel...
26/10/2026

On Wednesday 14 October, the Yurrongi Centre felt the call to host a Treaty Talk event at Melbourne Polytechnic 🖤💛❤️

Feeling grateful to hear from Uncle Alan Brown (Gunditjmara) and Aunty Esme Bamblett (Bangerang, Taungurung, Wiradjuri) about the Treaty Process and their involvement as Gellung Warl Members. Want to learn more?

Below, we share ways you can support Treaty in Victoria 🗣️

Treaty resources:
• We are Gellung Warl
• Statewide Treaty Preamble
• Statewide Treaty
• VIDEO: Signing Australia's First Treaty
• Yoorrook Justice Commission
• You can find out more about Gellung Warl’s Framework for answerability and accountability, larbargirrar gnuurtak tulkuuk here.

Actions you can take:
1. Enrol (if you’re Mob) or sign up (if you’re an ally)
2. Let your elected decision-makers know you support Treaty!
3. Ensure Truth and Treaty education is available and accessible on campus, in courses, libraries, events, student media, posters etc.
4. Be a visible, vocal supporter – show up to events, put up posters, put info on your website, have community conversations.
Save the date – 12.12.2026 Treaty Day!
5. Invite Gellung Warl speakers to events such as guest lectures, conferences and markets!
6. Follow us on socials: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok

Youth Voice:
Gellung Warl is creating an Interim Youth Voice Standing Group that is tasked to develop a Youth Voice Fellowship. The Interim Standing Group is open to young First Peoples who are passionate about self-determination, cultural governance and nation building. We are looking for young mob who are interested in empowering themselves and young mob in their community. If you know of young mob who are 18 – 28 years old and a Traditional Owner of Victoria, they are eligible to apply. The EOI process will be open soon so please keep an eye out for the link on our socials and website.

Hey mob! Here's some events happening this October 2026! Check them out and see what catches your eye 🦉
08/10/2026

Hey mob! Here's some events happening this October 2026! Check them out and see what catches your eye 🦉

Term 4 already ! Here are some Do's & Don'ts the Yurrongi Centre recommends. Here for you mob if you need support managi...
06/10/2026

Term 4 already ! Here are some Do's & Don'ts the Yurrongi Centre recommends. Here for you mob if you need support managing your studies at Melbourne Polytechnic 🙌

You’re invited! Treaty Talk at Melbourne PolytechnicPlease join us at Melbourne Polytechnic Preston Campus for a meaning...
23/09/2026

You’re invited! Treaty Talk at Melbourne Polytechnic

Please join us at Melbourne Polytechnic Preston Campus for a meaningful conversation about Treaty in Victoria!

Treaty in Victoria has been underway for several years, with the Treaty Authority established in 2026, marking an important step in Victoria’s Treaty process.

Hear insights and perspectives from Gellung Warl elected Members for the Metro Region, Uncle Alan Brown (Gunditjmara) and Aunty Esme Bamblett (Bangerang, Taungurung, Wiradjuri). This special event will enhance your understanding of where the Treaty process is at, how you can demonstrate meaningful allyship, and the positive steps we can take together towards reconciliation.
We look forward to seeing you there.

Event details:
📅 When: Wednesday 14th October
⏰Time: 11am-12pm
📍Where: Melbourne Polytechnic, Preston Campus, Building E Room 220

Bookings are essential. Please RSVP Here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=M-jKVyByCECK2-aQSwVD8AbXaNLFVl9Hqv_vk1EQOvpUQ09BNzdVMFRSR04zQTRBRVUySk1BNzNDTC4u

Are you interested in creating some work in the glass space?!Melbourne Polytechnic has the following courses available t...
07/09/2026

Are you interested in creating some work in the glass space?!

Melbourne Polytechnic has the following courses available to complete:
✨Cert III in Glass and Glazing - Designed Glazing (1 year Full Time, or 2 year Part time)
✨ Diploma of Visual Arts - Glasswork (1 year Full time)

If you want to learn more about what it takes to turn your vision/stories into reality, come hear from some of the talented First Nations artists themselves in this upcoming panel.

The panel is moderated by Dr Fiona Moore
and the panelists are-

Rickie Martin
Gayle Silveira
Shea Oberleuter
Josie Quinlan
Madi Mercer _ghostgum
With Donna Kennedy .of.magic

🖤💛❤️We hope to see you mob there 💙💚🤍

Hey you mob !Check out some of the community events happening this September 2026 in Narrm ! 🖤💛❤️
28/08/2026

Hey you mob !

Check out some of the community events happening this September 2026 in Narrm ! 🖤💛❤️

Today, 25th August 2026, marks Australian South Sea Islander Recognition Day. Let’s continue to acknowledge Australia's ...
25/08/2026

Today, 25th August 2026, marks Australian South Sea Islander Recognition Day. Let’s continue to acknowledge Australia's true history and spread this awareness around 🗣️👣

Su***de Prevention Month is observed every September ~ It’s a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and share importan...
21/08/2026

Su***de Prevention Month is observed every September ~ It’s a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and share important mental health resources.

Please join our local community for the 9km Walk for Su***de Awareness 👣❤️

Walk in honour of a loved one, as a personal tribute to a friend or family member, or show your support for Australians experiencing emotional distress or mental illness.

Everyone is welcome! Remember that you are not alone on this journey 🙏

Flashback to Sem 2 O-FEST ~ The Yurrongi Centre promoted their services and had the opportunity to connect with students...
11/08/2026

Flashback to Sem 2 O-FEST ~ The Yurrongi Centre promoted their services and had the opportunity to connect with students from different walks of life. We celebrated culture with a Spin to Win Trivia and gave away Treaty stickers and fridge magnets. It was amazingg to see students so eager to learn more about First Nations culture and shows were taking positive steps as a community 👏✨

Observed annually on August 9th is International Day of the World's Indigenous People 🌏👣We acknowledge the First Peoples...
11/08/2026

Observed annually on August 9th is International Day of the World's Indigenous People 🌏👣

We acknowledge the First Peoples of Australia. Always was. Always will be 💯

Address

77 St Georges Road
Preston, VIC
3072

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61392698400

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