Happy Aunty Annie-versary
The Oodgeroo Unit is honoured to celebrate the incredible 22-year journey of Aunty Annie Tyhuis, a proud Torres Strait Islander woman has dedicated her career to supporting Indigenous Australian students at QUT. Her passion and wisdom have shaped the experiences of generations of students, leaving an indelible mark on the Oodgeroo Unit community. We extend our deepest gratitude to Aunty Annie for her services.
Top legal expert addresses Meanjin Oration
Dr Tony McAvoy SC, esteemed barrister and 2018 QUT Alumnus of the Year, returned to QUT to deliver the university’s signature Indigenous excellence address, the Meanjin Oration. The event featured an in-conversation segment with Carumba Institute Executive Director Professor Chelsea Watego, where Dr McAvoy spoke about the importance of unity among First Nations peoples and embedding lores and customs in policy-making.
Troy Casey named a 2025 QUT Outstanding Indigenous Australian Alumnus
Proud Kamilaroi man and Blaklash Managing Director Troy Casey has been named a 2025 QUT Outstanding Indigenous Australian Alumnus, recognising his leadership in embedding First Nations voices across design, placemaking and the creative industries.
Walking on Country
QUT's Walking on Country app uses augmented reality to take you on a self-guided tour across Gardens Point campus, showcasing the history and culture of the Turrbal and Yugara people. Initiated by the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Australians), the app was developed by the QUT VISER team in collaboration with Traditional Owners and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and community members.
Dr Katrina Wruck named 2025 Young Australian of the Year
Congratulations to Dr Katrina Wruck who was named the 2025 Young Australian of the Year. Katrina advocates for the power of green chemistry as a QUT research fellow in industrial chemistry and lecturer in the School of Chemistry and Physics.
Dr Robert 'Uncle Bob' Anderson OAM
Hear stories and advice from renowned Ngugi Elder, activist and first Indigenous Australian graduate of QUT, Dr Robert 'Uncle Bob' Anderson. From growing up on an Aboriginal reserve, campaigning in two referendums for Aboriginal rights, and going on to win the fight for Native Title of his traditional lands at Mulgumpin, Uncle Bob is a warrior of Indigenous sovereignty and a true champion of the transformative power of education for individuals and communities.
Congratulations Dr Amy McQuire
Dr Amy McQuire was recently awarded the 2025 Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards prize for Indigenous Writing for 'Black Witness', a collection of essays and journalism that aims to centre Black witnesses. Dr Amy McQuire is a senior lecturer at the Carumba Institute and has more than 17 years experience working as a journalist in Aboriginal and independent media.
