Gunggandji-Mandingalbay Yidinji Peoples PBC

06/06/2026

Woykunu Creek Access Track Restored 🌿

GMY Rangers recently cleared a number of fallen trees from the track to Woykunu Creek helping to restore access.

These before and after photos show the difference the work has made in improving access.

A special thank you to the Junior Ranger work experience students who assisted with removing debris and distributing firewood.

03/06/2026

🌿 Mabo Day 2026 🌿

Today, GMYPPBC honours the legacy of Eddie Koiki Mabo and the landmark decision that recognised the enduring connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to their Country.

The Mabo Decision overturned terra nullius and paved the way for Native Title recognition across Australia.

This historic decision strengthened our ability to protect cultural heritage, care for Country, create opportunities for our people, and continue exercising our rights and responsibilities as Traditional Owners.

Mabo Day reminds us of the importance of truth, recognition and self-determination, and we take this opportunity to acknowledge all those who fought for the rights we continue to uphold today 🙏🏾

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30/05/2026

🌏🤝 While in Sydney, Fred and Brody also enjoyed catching up with our good friend Margee Brown and meeting Manoa, a Fijian Traditional Owner, along with his team from Vartul Circle of Learning.

It was a great opportunity to share stories, make new connections, and learn from each other’s experiences caring for Country, culture, and community.

Thank you for the warm welcome and conversations—we look forward to staying connected.

Margee Brown 🙏🏾

30/05/2026

Sneak Peek from the GMY Rangers’ Annual Visit to Knox Grammar, Sydney ✈️🌿

A special thank you to our friends at Knox Grammar School for supporting GMY Rangers Brody and Fred to travel to Sydney and spend time with students and staff.

This annual visit provides a wonderful opportunity to share knowledge, culture, and experiences from Country while building strong connections and lasting friendships. Through presentations, discussions, and hands-on activities, Brody and Fred have been proudly representing the GMY Ranger Program and showcasing the important work being undertaken on GMY Country.

We are grateful for the ongoing partnership and warm hospitality from the Knox Grammar community and look forward to sharing more highlights from the visit in the coming days. 🌿

Knox Grammar School

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22/05/2026

🌿 Work Experience with GMY Rangers 🦺

This week, the GMY Rangers were proud to host four Year 10 students from Yarrabah State School for their work experience placement.

Throughout the week, students gained a valuable glimpse into the day-to-day life of a ranger, learning about the important work we do caring for Country, community and the environment 🌱🛠️

The students also had the opportunity to spend the day with Jesse from Croc Country Australia 🐊 and supported a Crocwise information session with the Year 7 and 8 students at Yarrabah State School 🏫👏🏾

It was great to see the students stepping into our workplace with enthusiasm, positivity and a willingness to learn 😊 We enjoyed sharing our knowledge and spending time with the students throughout the week.

Thank you to Yarrabah State School for working with us to provide these valuable opportunities for our young people 🙌🏾

We wish Hubert, Tiquein, Austin and Arthur all the best for the remainder of the school year and their future pathways 👨🏽‍🎓✨

Yarrabah State School Croc Country Australia

17/05/2026

🌿 GMY Rangers Justin and Stirling recently travelled to the Daintree to take part in an exciting Thermal Drone and Wildlife Monitoring Workshop alongside Indigenous Ranger groups from across the region.

A big thank you to Terrain NRM for coordinating and delivering this valuable workshop in partnership with James Cook University Centre for Tropical Environmental and Sustainability Science. The hands-on training provided our Rangers with new skills in thermal drone operations, survey design and wildlife monitoring techniques using cutting-edge technology.

The workshop highlighted how thermal drones and AI technology are transforming the way wildlife populations can be detected and monitored, while also creating opportunities to combine modern science with Traditional Ecological Knowledge and caring for Country.

GMY Rangers are looking forward to applying these new skills and our new thermal drone out in the field across GMY Country, expanding its use for monitoring fauna and supporting ongoing land and sea management activities.

It was also a great opportunity to connect, collaborate and share knowledge with other Indigenous Ranger groups committed to caring for Country for future generations.

Terrain NRM JCU: James Cook University, Australia

16/05/2026

Update from the dive deck 🌊🤿 🛥️🪸🐠

Malachai and Chasten are continuing to build their dive skills and qualifications through the Reef Joint Field Management Dive Master training program, creating important pathways for indigenous Rangers to participate in reef management, monitoring and caring for their Sea Country.

Supported and mentored by Reef Unlimited, GBR Biology and the Reef Joint Field Management Program, the training is helping Malachai and Chasten develop practical skills, experience and confidence both in and out of the water.

An extra special part of the training program has been learning alongside our very own Home Grown Reef Star, Freddie Lefoe ⭐️ whose leadership and experience continue to inspire the next generation of Rangers.

These opportunities are building strong futures for our Rangers, strengthening capacity for reef management and supporting the ongoing care and protection of the Great Barrier Reef for future generations.

GBR Biology Reef Unlimited
Queensland Environment Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority

15/05/2026

Celebrating the GMY Rangers 5 Year Anniversary, Ranger Graduation and Training Awards 🎉🎊👨🏽‍🎓🎓🏆👏🏾🙌🏾

Last Friday we proudly celebrated the GMYPPBC Ranger Graduation, Training and Service Awards, while also marking 5 years of the GMY Ranger Program.

It was a special day recognising the hard work, dedication and achievements of our Rangers and staff.

Congratulations to:

🎓 Training Achievements
• Malachai Ambrym-Cedric – Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystems Management through TAFE Queensland
• Ngulun Yeatman – Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystems Management through TAFE Queensland
• Justin Keyes – Certificate II Maritime Operations through RAM Training Services
• Keith Ambrym – Certificate II Maritime Operations through RAM Training Services
• Stirling Ludwick – Certificate IV Trainer and Assessor through the QILSRP Ranger to Trainer Program with RAM Training Services

🏅 Employee Service Awards
• 5 Years Service – GMY Rangers Justin Keyes and Brody Gray
• 10 Years Service – Executive Officer Helen Tait

🙏🏾 Director Volunteer Service Awards
• 10+ Years Service – Ailsa Lively
• 10+ Years Service – Dewayne Mundraby

A special thank you to all of our Directors, staff, members, partners, supporters and guests who attended our graduation and awards celebration.

The achievements of our staff, Directors and Ranger Program over the past 10+ years would not have been possible without the ongoing support, collaboration and commitment of our Partners and Supporters.

Here’s to continuing to grow, train and support the next generation of GMY Rangers, while continuing to promote self-determination for our Country, culture and people 🙏🏾🙌🏾👏🏾

TAFE Queensland RAM Training Services - RTO #31701
Queensland Environment Wet Tropics World Heritage Area
Tangaroa Blue Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council - YASC Yarrabah State School Gindaja Treatment & Healing Indigenous Corporation Gurriny Yealamucka Health Services Aboriginal Corporation Wugu Nyambil Ltd Yarrabah Leaders Forum TropWATER Citizens of the Reef Biopixel Oceans Foundation Mas National

08/05/2026

08/05/2026

GMY Junior Rangers Strengthen Skills in Safe Machinery Operations with TAFE Queensland

The GMY Junior Rangers commenced their second unit with TAFE Queensland yesterday, building their knowledge and practical skills.

During the training, the junior rangers learned about pre-start safety requirements, including the importance of safety checks, risk awareness, and preparing equipment correctly before use. They also gained hands-on experience in the safe operation of small machinery, developing valuable practical skills for future ranger work.

A special thanks to Vito and the senior rangers for their ongoing mentoring, guidance, and support throughout the training. Their encouragement and willingness to share knowledge is helping the junior rangers grow in confidence while learning new skills and responsibilities on Country.

It’s great to see the next generation continuing to build strong pathways in ranger work, safety, and environmental stewardship.

TAFE Queensland
Yarrabah State School