The Babana Aboriginal Mens Group first met in March 2006.
Babana members are motivated by the need in the community for a broad-based non-aligned community group which can be a focal point for community support and development activities and provide positive networking opportunities for local Aboriginal men.
Adopted in October 2006, the term Babana means “brother” in the Dharuk language. As well as being a common term of greeting among Aboriginal men, the term “brother” also conveys a sense of cooperative effort and community. More recently, Babana members agreed to use the above letterhead designed by one of the men.
Since its formation in March 2006, Babana has met monthly. Average attendance at each meeting is around 40-50 men. Over that time, Babana membership has grown continuously, continuing to obtain endorsement and respect from both the Aboriginal and non Aboriginal community.
All meetings are alcohol free.
We are now Incorporated
On 27/4/07 we became incorporated through the Dept off Fair Trading, Incorporation number INC9887390
Steering Committee
Has been elected on 10/5/07
Chair - Mark Spinks
Deputy Chair - Hector
Tarare
Secretary - Bobby Perry with support from Don Stewart
Treasurer - Don Clark
Other committee members Eric Robinson, George Long and Hilton Donovan
Associated non Aboriginal committee members (by invitation and with no voting rights) Don Stewart and Mark Carroll
The Anzac Day Koori Diggers march which Babana members assisted with was an incredible success
Sponsorship - If you would like to sponsor us for various community related functions we can add you to our web page sponsor section.
Others sponsors - Please click on the sponsors section on the left hand side for other sponsors who we are most grateful to
