From strangers to family: Jodene’s journey
What I can say is that 15 years ago I had an interview with perfect strangers, who thankfully are no longer strangers but family, Llew and Waverley. I was so
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Alumni Elanor’s Journey to Culture and Confidence
If you’ve ever driven between Sydney and Melbourne along the Hume Highway, you’ve likely passed through Wodonga. Sitting on the border of Victoria and New South Wales, Wodonga takes its
Alumni Todd Ellis: Caring for Country and Community
Todd grew up in Lightning Ridge NSW, living between town and on the family farm, often visiting his community in nearby Goodooga. “Being a small town, I basically spent all
Yalari Alumna Marnie Jones on Education, Opportunity, and Giving Back
When Marnie Jones, a proud Gamilaraay, Barkindji woman, applied for a Yalari scholarship in 2010, she could never have imagined how profoundly it would shape her journey. Encouraged by her
Alumni Mob Retreat: Connection, Reflection & Growth
Beyond our core purpose of educating Indigenous children from remote communities, we are also dedicated to supporting our Yalari alumni, creating opportunities for them to thrive. Yet, like many of
Yalari Alumni Meet Governor General in Canberra
On 9 May 2024, 26 Yalari alumni, along with Yalari Founding Directors Waverley Stanley AM and Llew Mullins, travelled to Australia’s capital following an invitation from the Governor General David
‘Pay it forward’ inspires the next generation
Yalari was founded on the philosophy of paying it forward: just as Mrs Rosemary Bishop paved the way for Waverley Stanley to attend Toowoomba Grammar School, Waverley has paid it
From Orientation Camp Buddies to Best Mates
Russell Whap and Mismam Kris grew up less than 50kms away from each other in the Torres Strait. They’re the same age – second cousins (“or maybe third?” they questioned).
Sharing Indigenous truth – one story at a time
In 2008, Yalari welcomed its third cohort of Rosemary Bishop Scholarship recipients: 25 wide-eyed Year 7 students from all over Australia. Among them was Marley Holloway-Clarke from Devonport, Tasmania who
