The Voice Of Kookaburra - Episode 2

1. WA News Highlights

🎯 Community Representative for Refugee Health: The WA Refugee Health Advisory Council is seeking passionate community members to aid in shaping safe, quality care for asylum seekers and refugees. Ideal candidates should be confident advocates with insight into post-arrival screening protocols.

🧠 Walk-in Mental Health Support: Medicare Mental Health Centres offer free, no-appointment-needed support to anyone aged 18+. No referrals or Medicare needed, and interpreters and visa-holders are welcome.

📄 Free Document Translation Service (TIS National): New permanent residents can get up to ten personal documents translated for free — supporting access to jobs, education, and services. More info at the TIS National website.

💰 Skilled Visa Income Thresholds Increased (as of 1 July 2025)

• Core & Temporary Skilled: $76,515

• Specialist Skilled: $141,210

• These updates are part of annual adjustments tied to average weekly earnings.

🛑 Stand Against Hate: Australia encourages reporting any form of hate, racism, or prejudice:– In emergency: 000– Non-urgent abuse: 131 444– Report suspect crime: Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or eSafety.gov.au

🎧 Audio-Translated Info from Services Australia: Need help in your language? Check out audio translations to navigate payments and services — no English required.

🚀 Red Cross Kaleidoscope Program: Build employability skills and confidence with this free workplace readiness course for migrants.

2. Perth Cultural Spotlight

🗿 Terracotta Warriors at Boola Bardip: Until Feb 2026, experience China’s First Emperor’s iconic burial army in Perth.

🏞️ The Great Kimberley Wilderness: Immerse yourself in the landscapes and stories of the Kimberley at Fremantle’s Maritime Museum. Find out more 

3. Updates from IranWA

We continue to gather and share exciting news, events, and projects. Have something to share? Submit directly for possible inclusion in our next Voice of Kookaburra broadcast.

🔗 Useful Links

• Refugee Health Consumer Rep EOI

• Medicare Mental Health Centres Info

• TIS National Free Translation

• Services Australia Audio Translation

• Red Cross Kaleidoscope Training

• NIWA Refugee Week

• Coercion Hurts Toolkit

• Boola Bardip Terracotta Exhibit

• Maritime Museum Kimberley Exhibition

Radio Session :

https://youtube.com/live/_I8NNUvQPkw