Black Star Radio

02/07/2025

In this episode of Stars and Stories, MJ speaks with Stephen Wilson from Tolga, who shares a deeply personal and alarming story — the suspected baiting of his beloved dog.
After finding signs of poisoning near Graham Road, Stephen rushed his dog to the vet. Thanks to urgent treatment, she pulled through — but the outcome could have been very different.
Stephen's message to others is clear: Be alert. Watch your pets closely.
Listen to the full episode now on Stars and Stories
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Stars and Stories Podcast
Broadcasting straight from the heart of Remote Communities, Black Star Radio brings a fresh twist to local radio with stories, music, and connections that matter. Powered by Queensland Remote Aboriginal Media (QRAM), we’re here to amplify voices, celebrate culture, and bring you the latest from Far North Queensland.

02/07/2025

NAIDOC March - This Friday 4 July from 9am at Munro Martin Parklands!

02/07/2025

Visit the website for more information - https://bit.ly/4kkVt7o

01/07/2025

🎉 NAIDOC Week is just around the corner — running from Sunday 6 to Saturday 13 July!

Are you hosting a NAIDOC event in your community? We'd love to help you spread the word! 📣

📲 Get in touch with the Black Star Radio team via Facebook or email us at [email protected] to promote your event on air and online.

Celebrating Indigenous culture, history, and achievements together! 🖤💛❤️💙💚

01/07/2025

The 2025 WEX (Work Exposure in Government) Program is now open for applications from Year 10 - 12 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who are interested in Australian Government careers.

This fully funded program runs from Sunday 26 October to Friday 31 October 2025 in Canberra.

WEX provides Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in Years 10, 11 and 12 with hands-on experience and information about job opportunities and career pathways in the Australian Government.

All transportation, accommodation and meals will be provided at no cost. WEX is funded by the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) under its Children and Schooling Program.

To apply, please go to: https://etmp.com.au/programs/wex-canberra-2025/

For further information on WEX please contact [email protected].

01/07/2025

Our 17th Round of QATSIF Scholarships are NOW OPEN for applications from current Year 10 and 11 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in all Queensland schools.

Our QATSIF Scholarships currently support 4640 Year 11 and 12 students who are working hard to achieve their QCE (Queensland Certificate of Education), International Baccalaureate (IB) or QCIA* (Queensland Certificate of Individual Achievement). * For students with a disability who are counted in the NCCD (Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability).

We are also supporting students in Alternative and Flexi schools with their Vocational Education studies.

You can find out more about our scholarship eligibility criteria at: https://www.qatsif.org.au/student-eligibility-criteria.

Please speak with your school to let them know that you are interested in applying. All Queensland secondary schools have been sent application forms.

Applications close: August 29

01/07/2025

Calling all young Indigenous changemakers! 🙌🏾

Are you ready to lead, connect, and make a difference? The Queensland Indigenous Youth Leadership Program (QIYLP) is your chance to grow, empower your mob, and drive change in your local community! 🤝🏾

Each year, young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders aged 18-25 come together to strengthen their leaderships skills, uplift each other, and build powerful cultural and professional connections. This 7-day immersive program is a transformative experience that can shape your future.

📅 Program dates: 22-28 November 2025
📍 Location: Brisbane
⏳ Applications close: 17 August 2025

Don’t wait—this is your moment! 🌱✨

Learn more and apply today: https://www.qld.gov.au/youth/get-involved/youth-programs/indigenous-youth-leadership-program

01/07/2025

⚠️ Community message for Napranum residents from Ergon Energy!

‼ POWER OUTAGE ‼

Wednesday 2 July 25
🕗 8.00am to 2.00pm (6 hours)
IBIS Shop, Council Offices, and houses in WaTyne Street

Saturday 5 July 25
🕗 8.00am to 2.00pm (6 hours)
All of Community

Tuesday 8 July 25
🕗 8.00am to 2.00pm (6 hours)
All of community

01/07/2025

🎉 School Holidays = Fun Time! 🏖️

Check out the fun activities happening in communities across FNQ these school holidays! From creative workshops to outdoor adventures – there’s something for everyone. 🌿🎨🏉



Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire Council Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council - NPARC Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Council Mornington Shire Council Cook Shire Council PCYC Napranum Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council

30/06/2025

Head down to the Coen Regional Aboriginal Corporation Hub for a free community BBQ! Enjoy a feed and have a yarn with the Yamagigu Consulting team.

FREE COMMUNITY BBQ 🍗🔥

📆 Wednesday 2nd July
⏰ 10am
📍 CRAC Hub

30/06/2025

In this episode of Stars and Stories, MJ is joined by Gerald Quigley, Community Pharmacist and Accredited Herbalist, to talk about a vital yet often overlooked organ — the liver.
This time, the focus is on fatty liver — a condition that affects many Australians and can often be improved with small, consistent changes.
Gerald explains how the liver filters litres of blood every minute, and how the right foods can support its function. Some of the most effective options include lemon, garlic, turkey, and onion.
And ere's something remarkable: if part of your liver is damaged, it can actually regrow — but only if it's given the support it needs.
🎧 Listen now to learn how to care for your liver naturally on Stars and Stories
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Stars and Stories Podcast
Broadcasting straight from the heart of Remote Communities, Black Star Radio brings a fresh twist to local radio with stories, music, and connections that matter. Powered by Queensland Remote Aboriginal Media (QRAM), we’re here to amplify voices, celebrate culture, and bring you the latest from Far North Queensland.

Meet Gerald
Gerald Quigley is a practising Community Pharmacist, as well as an Accredited Herbalist.
Gerald is a Pharmacist and Master Herbalist based in Melbourne. He is a media health commentator heard each week on many radio stations.
He is co-hosts the House of Wellness radio program heard each Sunday on the Nine Radio Network live across Australia.
Gerald is a Fellow of the Naturopaths and Herbalists Association of Australia and Fellow of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society.
Gerald’s passion is to empower each person to make sensible health decisions, and to continually maintain and improve their quality of life, especially as they age.

30/06/2025

Fire up your weekend with the Friday Meat Tray from our station , Yungaburra Butchery

The Yungaburra Butchery sources its grass-fed beef from local farmers on the Atherton Tablelands. That means better quality, better taste, and a better barbecue.

Friday Meat Tray, proudly sponsored by Yungaburra Butchery — Queensland’s oldest, serving up the best cuts from the heart of Yungaburra.

Enter by Friday for your chance to win.
https://www.blackstarradio.com.au/friday-meat-tray