Tribal Warrior facts for kids
| Type | Non Government Organisation |
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Chairman & CEO
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Shane Phillips |
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Founding member
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Uncle Max Eulo |
Tribal Warrior is an Aboriginal Australian organisation. It is based in Redfern, New South Wales. This group works to help and support the local community.
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What Tribal Warrior Does
Tribal Warrior runs many programs. These programs help young people and share Aboriginal culture.
Helping Young People Stay on Track
Tribal Warrior has a special program. It is called "Clean Slate Without Prejudice." This program works with the Redfern Police. It helps young Aboriginal people make good choices.
The program uses boxing and fitness classes. It teaches routine and discipline. This helps young people avoid trouble. In 2016, the program won an award. It received a gold award for preventing crime and violence. The program first started for young men. Later, a similar program was created for young women too.
Sharing Aboriginal Culture
The organisation also offers an Aboriginal Cultural Cruise. Visitors to Sydney can take this boat trip. They see the sights of Sydney Harbour. They also learn about the history of the local Aboriginal people. These include the Eora, Cadigal, and Guringai people.
Sailing in the Sydney to Hobart Race
Tribal Warrior was partly founded to create an all-Indigenous sailing team. This team wanted to compete in the famous Sydney to Hobart race. In 2016, they sailed their boat, the Southern Excellence Two. They had raised money from many people to do this. They missed the official entry deadline. But they still took part in the event.
Key People at Tribal Warrior
Shane Phillips is the CEO and Chairman of Tribal Warrior. He is a very important leader.
In 2013, Shane Phillips won an award. He received the Australian of the Year Local Hero Award. This award recognised his hard work in the Redfern community. Mr. Phillips also helps advise Westpac bank on Indigenous issues. He is a former player and coach for the Redfern All Blacks sports team.
Tribal Warrior Boats
The organisation uses several boats for its programs. These boats are important for training and cultural tours.
The Tribal Warrior Sailboat
The organisation has a sailboat called "Tribal Warrior." It is 15.4 metres long. This boat is a gaff-rigged ketch. It was built over 100 years ago in the Torres Strait. The sailboat is used to train Indigenous skippers and maritime workers.
The Mari Nawi Cruise Vessel
Another boat is named "Mari Nawi." This name means 'big canoe' in the Eora language. The "Mari Nawi" is used for cultural cruises. It can hold up to 150 guests. It also offers food and entertainment on board.
The Lady Northcott Ferry
In 2020, the NSW Government gave Tribal Warrior a retired ferry. This ferry was called the Lady Northcott. It needed repairs in Newcastle. After the work, it sailed back to Sydney Harbour in 2022. The ferry is now in Blackwattle Bay. It is being changed into a cruise vessel for future use.
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