One year after our last article on National Closing The Gap Day and only 4 of the 19 Closing The Gap targets are on track. This is a disappointing drop from last year and highlights the ongoing serious disparities faced by First Nations people in Australia’s legal system. The Closing The Gap 2024 report released

International Women’s Day is an important day to not only celebrate the remarkable women who inspire us daily—whether they’re artists in our program, Elders, Aunties, mothers, sisters, daughters, or friends—it is also a time to stand together in the fight for gender equity and justice. This year’s theme ‘Accelerate Action’ urges us to push forward,

The Torch is delighted to welcome Nari Nari/Wemba Wemba artist Brodie Peters-Godden to the team as First Nations Trainee – Operations Support. Brodie Peters-Godden is a proud Nari Nari/Wemba Wemba man who grew up in Mildura. Since joining The Torch’s program in 2023, Brodie has embarked on a transformative journey, overcoming significant challenges and is

This week Artists Sean Miller (Gamilaroi people), Ash Thomas (Yorta Yorta/Wiradjuri people), and Jeza (Yorta Yorta/Wemba Wemba people) completed an amazing new mural at Bulleen Park and Ride! This large-scale mural pays tribute to the rich cultural significance of the area which has long served as a passageway for the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people. Traditionally, Wurundjeri

We’re excited to share that Daniel JC (Darug people) and Thelma Beeton (Palawa people) will be presenting artworks in Agency’s ‘Tiny and Precious’ exhibition (19 February – 28 March 2025). This exhibition shines a spotlight on works by independent and remote First Nations artists from across the country and features interpretive works from small scale

The Torch is a proud not-for-profit member of Kinaway, the peak body representing certified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business in Victoria. Together, we’re driving opportunities and building a stronger future. Kinaway aims to advance Victorian Aboriginal businesses to actively participate and excel in national and international economies. As a certified not-for-profit member, we’re excited

The final months of 2024 has seen exciting growth in The Torch’s team with the appointment of Kymbal McGrath, George Ironside, Tessa Spooner and Grace Perry. Kymbal McGrath, a proud Wiradyuri man from Albury, New South Wales, is deeply rooted in his culture, drawing strength from his songlines and guidance from Elders. His journey has

This year The Torch was excited to appoint Benson Saulo as our new Chairperson. He follows outgoing Chair the Hon. Jeff Kennett AC who served on the Board for the past nine years. Benson is a proud descendant of the Wemba Wemba and Gunditjmara people of Western Victoria, and from New Ireland Province in Papua

The Torch is excited to share that Barkindji artist Trevor will be showcasing his stunning artworks at Ballarat & District Aboriginal Co-Operative’s (BADAC) first-ever Christmas Night Market this Friday 22 November! 📍 Where: Armstrong and Market Streets ⏰ When: 5 PM to 8 PM Enjoy delicious bites from food trucks while browsing an array of

Yorta Yorta/Wiradjuri artist Ash Thomas shares the story behind his artwork which was commissioned by Reece to feature on their new employee polo in 2024.  Born in Shepparton, Ash has fond memories of spending school holidays by the Murray River ‘without a worry in the world’. He has a lifelong passion for art and now