Wakka Wakka Tribal Council

09/03/2026

I got over 100 reactions on one of my posts last week! Thanks everyone for your support! 🎉

10/02/2026

Vale, Maroochy Barambah.

Maroochy was a revered Turrbal Elder, traditional Songwoman and Law-woman, trailblazer, and matriarch whose work carried culture from Queensland to national and international stages.

Born on Cherbourg Aboriginal Reserve, Maroochy held Turrbal and Gubbi Gubbi ancestry ties with bloodline connections to Wakka Wakka, Gamilaroi and Birri Gubba nations.

Her passion for the arts led her to study at the Melba Conservatorium of Music in Melbourne and the Victorian College of the Arts, where she graduated in Dramatic Arts. In 1989, Maroochy made history as the first Aboriginal person to perform on the Australian operatic stage, taking on the lead role in 'Black River'.

In 1993, she broke new ground again, becoming the first Australian to perform at the United Nations in New York in honour of the International Year for the World’s Indigenous Peoples.

A stalwart of cultural celebration in Queensland, Maroochy was a beloved and enduring presence, sharing her iconic Welcome to Country at events such as the Australian Women in Music Awards, WOW Australia, BIGSOUND, and many more.

Her legacy as a cultural custodian, artist and leader will continue to inspire generations of women and girls.

📷 courtesy of UN Women Australia

10/02/2026

Mavis Nee Cobbo Hawkins Dennis Cobbo
Buddy Cobbo
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Winfred Cobbo

29/11/2025

27/11/2025

AGM cannot be running and the rule book has old content new policies the same board members gate keep their own corruption

26/11/2025

Positions available

25/11/2025

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Martha Dodd, Mikey Bou, Obsaa Guyye Abbaraa, Alicia Raylean, Patricia Conlon, Kim Weazel

27/09/2025

𝐖𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠– Support Officer (Depot Operations)

Council is looking for a full-time Support Officer to join our Depot Operations team.

This role will:
✅ Be the first point of contact for community enquiries at the Depot
✅ Provide administration support to the Operations and Building Departments
✅ Assist with building maintenance requests, internal mail, office supplies, and more

What you’ll need:
✔ Minimum Year 10 education
✔ Good communication and computer skills
✔ Current Queensland Class C driver’s licence
✔ Reliability, punctuality, and willingness to work as part of a team

📍 Position is based at the Depot, 8 Carter Street, Cherbourg.
🕒 Hours: Full time – 76 hours per fortnight.
💰 Salary: Level 2/3 depending on experience.

Full Position Description and Authorisation can found on the council website - see link in comments.

Applications close: Friday, 10th October 2025

👉 To apply, send your application to [email protected]
or mail to Human Resources, Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council, 22 Barambah Ave, Cherbourg QLD 4605.