Circular Head Aboriginal Corporation

08/01/2026

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Craig Everett — a respected and much-loved man across many Communities in Tasmania.

Craig was known for his strength of character and his unwavering commitment to sharing Cultural knowledge with generosity and integrity. From the members of our team were privileged to work alongside him and to learn from him. Manginnar — thank you.

From the Dreaming, Craig’s spirit will continue through his strong family and Community, and through the Cultural wisdom he shared — not loudly, but proudly.

With respect, our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all those whose lives were touched by his work and generosity of spirit during this sorry time.

Sacred Not Secret.

06/01/2026

06/01/2026

We warmly invite all Community to come together to honour, remember and celebrate Tunnerminnerwait, a local hero whose courage and strength continue to guide us.

🗓 Tuesday 20 January 2026
⏰ 10:30am – 3:00pm
📍 Various locations – see programme below

Community members are welcome to attend any or all of the day’s events.
Tunnerminnerwait’s bravery in walking alongside George Augustus Robinson has left an enduring legacy. His journey remains one of our most significant sources supporting the reawakening of our Language. In his honour, we are proud to host our first Community Marmanar Language Workshop on this day — a meaningful step in strengthening Language, Culture and Community.

🌿 All are welcome to bring flowers to lay at the crossing.
🚐 Transport will be available.
📩 RSVP: chac.reception@chac.com.au
📞 Phone: 6452 1287

We look forward to standing together in remembrance and respect.

05/01/2026

✨ We’re kicking off 2026 with something special ✨

We’re excited to introduce Marmanar – Word of the Week.

Each week, we will share a new word in Marmanar, the Language of the 12 Tribes of Northwest Tasmania — creating space to learn, reflect and reconnect through Language.

In the coming weeks, we’ll also be launching an interactive webpage where you’ll be able to explore these words more deeply — hear them spoken, practise saying them, and understand their meaning and significance.
Hear them. Speak them. Live them.

🌿 Our first Word of the Week: Marmanar

Marmanar means My/Our Native Tongue or My/Our Language.

This word was recorded by Jorgen Jorgenson in Circular Head to mean “tongue”, originally written as "mamana". What made this recording unique was its deeper linguistic and cultural meaning.

When examined alongside other culturally significant words — Country, Mother, Father, Brother and Sister — linguists identified a shared opening sound: “mar”. This prefix is understood to signal a deep connection to self. Not “my” in a possessive sense, but rather part of me — or more culturally accurate, part of us.

Marmanar, then, is not just language.
It is Our voice. Our identity. Our shared connection.

Stay tuned each week as we continue this journey together through Language.

05/01/2026

📢 WE ARE HIRING
Circular Head Aboriginal Corporation (CHAC) is seeking a passionate and committed Youth Mental Health and Family Violence Program Coordinator to join our team in a full-time capacity.

This important role works alongside Aboriginal young people (12–25 years) and families across the region to strengthen social and emotional wellbeing, reduce barriers to support, and deliver culturally grounded programs that are responsive to Community needs.

✨ Why work with CHAC?
• Be part of a dynamic, family-friendly not-for-profit organisation
• Access salary packaging benefits
• Opportunities for training, professional development, and career growth
• Make a meaningful difference through Culture-led, Community-based work

📍 Based in Smithton, this role supports healing, prevention, case management, education, and “On Country” experiences, guided by CHAC’s values of Culture, Care, Community, Capacity, and Capability.

🗓 Applications close: Sunday 11 January 2026
📧 Submit your cover letter and resume to: employment@chac.com.au
🔎 Full position description: https://www.chac.com.au/get-involved/employment

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Please share to help us reach the right person.

31/12/2025

Empowering change, one haircut at a time! 💇‍♀️

Community Cuts is now in Smithton! 🌈 This incredible program, run by Hair Aid, brings together local, qualified hair stylists who volunteer their time each month to provide FREE haircuts to those who need them most. 🙌

Next dates: Monday, January 19th and Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Held at CHAC Health Centre, 165 Nelson Street, Smithton.

No booking needed, just walk in, take a number, and get ready to feel the transformation! 💫

28/12/2025

Are you aged 12–24 and passionate about making a difference? The Premier’s Youth Advisory Council is looking for new members – and we’d love to see strong voices from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people and those living in Circular Head and across the North West.

This is your chance to share your ideas and speak directly with the Tasmanian Government about the issues that matter most to young people.

Applications are open now and close Sunday, 4 January 2026.

Apply today at www.dpac.tas.gov.au/pyac and help create a better future for young Tasmanians.

Questions? Email youthadvisorycouncil@dpac.tas.gov.au.

23/12/2025

ECP program has created a short 10 question/multi choice feedback form about our program. If you have a couple of minutes, we would appreciate any responses received as we begin to plan for 2026 ☺✨

Please click the link to be directed to the form.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGzCRV8295Tpiou-35eQsWaxIgwfJ-Rx76prtiEMgmx5BTmw/viewform?usp=dialog

23/12/2025

📢 WE ARE HIRING

Circular Head Aboriginal Corporation (CHAC) is seeking a passionate and committed Youth Mental Health and Family Violence Program Coordinator to join our team in a full-time capacity.

This important role works alongside Aboriginal young people (12–25 years) and families across the region to strengthen social and emotional wellbeing, reduce barriers to support, and deliver culturally grounded programs that are responsive to Community needs.

✨ Why work with CHAC?
• Be part of a dynamic, family-friendly not-for-profit organisation
• Access salary packaging benefits
• Opportunities for training, professional development, and career growth
• Make a meaningful difference through Culture-led, Community-based work

📍 Based in Smithton, this role supports healing, prevention, case management, education, and “On Country” experiences, guided by CHAC’s values of Culture, Care, Community, Capacity, and Capability.

🗓 Applications close: Sunday 11 January 2026
📧 Submit your cover letter and resume to: employment@chac.com.au

🔎 Full position description: https://www.chac.com.au/get-involved/employment
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Please share to help us reach the right person.

23/12/2025

As we come to the close of another year, we want to take a moment to say manginnar — thank you — to our Community for your trust, support and strength throughout the year. We are deeply grateful for the connections we share and the journey we continue together. We wish you and your loved ones a safe, joyful and restful Christmas, and we look forward to walking into 2026 with you. 🎄✨

18/12/2025

We warmly invite all Community to come together to honour, remember and celebrate Tunnerminnerwait, a local hero whose courage and strength continue to guide us.

🗓 Tuesday 20 January 2026
⏰ 10:30am – 3:00pm
📍 Various locations – see programme below

Community members are welcome to attend any or all of the day’s events.

Tunnerminnerwait’s bravery in walking alongside George Augustus Robinson has left an enduring legacy. His journey remains one of our most significant sources supporting the reawakening of our Language. In his honour, we are proud to host our first Community Marmanar Language Workshop on this day — a meaningful step in strengthening Language, Culture and Community.

🌿 All are welcome to bring flowers to lay at the crossing.
🚐 Transport will be available.

📩 RSVP: chac.reception@chac.com.au
📞 Phone: 6452 1287
Please note: our office will be closed from 23 December to 5 January.

We look forward to standing together in remembrance and respect.

17/12/2025

Wow! What a wonderful way to celebrate the festive season! 🎄✨

A heartfelt thank you to all Community members who were able to join us at our Annual Community Christmas Luncheon yesterday — you truly made the day special. Sharing good food, plenty of laughter and some great yarns together brought so much joy and warmth, and reminded us of what this time of year is all about.

To our incredible staff — thank you. Your care, dedication and hard work make a real difference in the lives of so many across our Community, and this beautiful day would not have been possible without you.

We are also deeply grateful to everyone who donated or contributed to help bring this celebration together. Your generosity helped put smiles on faces right across our Community. A special thank you to:
Circular Head Council - for the use of the Recreation Centre space
Perry's Quality Meats - for the tastiest Christmas Ham
The Reject Shop - for bringing the festive spirit with the decorations
St Peter Chanel Catholic School Smithton - for the lamb and the beautiful voices of the SPC Choir.
McCain Foods Australia - Smithton, - for the vegetables
- for the softest, freshest dinner rolls going around.
Hursey Fishing - for the crayfish, what a treat for the Community.
Peter Benson - for the lamb
Dutchy - for the best home-grown pumpkin and potatoes in Tassie.
Jennifer Howard - for the essential Christmas Pudding

Thank you all for helping us create such a joyful, generous and memorable day for our Community. 💛🎅