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Welcome to KARI’s latest News page, your gateway to staying informed and inspired.

Explore a collection of articles, updates, and stories that showcase our unwavering commitment to fostering positive change. From groundbreaking initiatives and impactful partnerships to heartwarming success stories from the communities we serve, this curated hub keeps you connected to the pulse of our mission. Discover how we’re breaking new ground in empowering lives, promoting education, and driving sustainable progress.

KARI Carer Awards celebrates outstanding Carer achievements

KARI News

7 Jul 2021

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KARI Limited held its annual Carer Awards on the 23rd August at the Revesby Workers Club. This event provides an opportunity for KARI to show carers how much their commitment and dedication to caring is appreciated. Without them, KARI would cease to exist. A combination of staff and children in care,…

Restoration Unit: Reuniting families

Foster Care, Out-of-Home Care

7 Jul 2021

This year KARI operationalised and further resourced a dedicated Restoration Unit to support the reunification of children and young people with their birth families. This team provides intensive case management to enable children and young people to return home and live with their parents. The program has supported more than…

KARI and Reiby work towards brighter futures

KARI News

7 Jul 2021

KARI has recently come together with the Reiby Juvenile Justice Support Centre to provide workshops for individuals aged 16 and over. Members of the Community Programs, EIPP and Lead with Culture teams, as well as KARI Ambassador Beau Champion, will visit the centre once a week to provide a 3 phased…

Fishers Ghost Family Fun Day celebrates Harness Racing

Events, KARI Community, KARI Foundation, Sport

7 Jul 2021

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The Fishers Ghost race meeting is an entertaining way to get children and families not only involved in Harness Racing but allows them to experience the excitement surrounding this unique sport. Club Menangle host a wonderful event with rides, food stalls and face painting, providing endless entertainment for children. This…

Finding their voice – VIP Showcase 2019

Community Events, Events, Indigenous Art Programs, KARI Community, KARI News

7 Jul 2021

On Friday the 16th of August KARI’s Vocal Identification Program held their annual showcase at the Casula Arts Powerhouse. This event provides a platform for KARI’s VIP to express themselves through song and showcase to their family and friends what they have learnt and how they have improved throughout the program.…

20 Years of Changing Lives and Keeping Culture

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7 Jul 2021

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2019 is KARI’s 20th year of service; it has been a time to reflect on KARI’s past and more importantly where we are headed into the future. To celebrate, on Friday 13th September we held our 20th Anniversary Gala Dinner at the International Convention Centre (ICC) in Sydney’s Darling Harbour. Held in the…

KARI Singers shine in the Corporate World

Corporate, Corporate Events, Indigenous Art Programs, KARI Foundation

7 Jul 2021

If you’re looking for a way to showcase Indigenous culture at your next event, KARI’s Alumni Singers are an undeniable way to do so. Our Alumni Singers have come together after graduating from KARI’s Vocal Identification Program (VIP). The Alumni are a group of confident and talented performers, who have…

HSBC provide Scholarship Program for Indigenous Youth

Education, KARI Community

7 Jul 2021

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The HSBC Lead Program ensures that the importance of education is recognised, not only by KARI Foundation, but by HSBC as well. The program allows a selected group of Year 11 and 12 students financial aid, mentoring and leadership support to ensure that they get the best outcomes for their…

Teeing off for a Good Cause – Community Golf Day 2019

Community Events, KARI Foundation, Sport

7 Jul 2021

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Members of the community gathered to tee off for KARI’s annual Community Golf Day, held on Thursday 12th September at Camden Lakeside Golf Club. The skies were clear and course as green as ever as the teams of 4 took to the course at 8am sharp. Golfers were provided with breakfast,…

Danielle Mate-Sullivan shares her passion with Indigenous Youth

Indigenous Art Programs

7 Jul 2021

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Danielle Mate-Sullivan is a proud Aboriginal woman, who is a descendant of the Murrawarri and was encouraged by art teachers to explore her Aboriginal art style. Danielle Mate has been working with KARI on a number of creative arts projects as well as working with her across programs to provide…