TAIHS

29/05/2026

Today is Torres Strait Islander Flag Day 💚💙🖤🤍

Torres Strait Islander (TSI) Flag Day is observed every year on May 29, commemorating the anniversary of the official flag's presentation in 1992.

Created by the late Bernard Namok Senior from Thursday Island, this flag stands as a profound symbol of unity, identity, and a deep connection with the land and sea.

*Symbolism of the TSI Flag*
Each element holds distinct cultural meaning:
💚Green: Represents the land.
💙Blue: Represents the waters of the Torres Strait.
🖤Black: Represents the Torres Strait Islander people.
🤍White Star: Represents the five major island groups (Eastern, Central, Western, Port Kennedy, and the Mainland) and symbolizes sea navigation.
White Dhari (Headdress): A traditional dancer's headdress that acts as a strong, unifying symbol of identity

29/05/2026

Important Announcement for Our Valued TAIHS Ingham Clients

We regret to inform you that our clinic will be closed on Tuesday, June 2nd, and will reopen on Tuesday, June 9th.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

28/05/2026

Winner Winner !!! 🏆

We’ve done it once more! That’s right—our “Don’t Get Flu Babe Video” has once again claimed victory in the NACCHO World Immunisation Video 🎥🎬Competition. Isn’t that fantastic?

If you haven’t had the chance to watch our video yet, click below to check it out. It’s entertaining, impactful, and showcases the incredible talent of our team.👇🏽

A massive congratulations to everyone who contributed!
What an amazing team! 😊👏🏽

27/05/2026

Happy Reconciliation Week
The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2026 is "All In," urging all Australians to actively engage in reconciliation every day. It emphasizes that reconciliation is not just the responsibility of First Nations people and requires collective action for meaningful change.
The campaign, developed with Carbon Creative, features artwork by Gumbaynggirr/Bundjalung artist Otis Hope Carey, illustrating diverse individuals united in their commitment to making a difference.

26/05/2026

We need to move from Sorry to Action 🖤💛❤️💙🤍💚🙏🏽

On National Sorry Day, 29 years on from the 1997 𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦 report, we pay respect to the strength, hope and courage of our people, families and communities affected by policies of forced child removal.

It is this strength, hope and courage that we must continue to support. It must also be honoured through meaningful action that helps bring healing to the survivors, families and communities affected by these policies.

In 1999 Peter Beattie, on behalf of Queensland, apologised to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities for the state’s role in the Stolen Generations.
In 2008 Kevin Rudd, on behalf of Australia, did the same.

Acknowledging past harm was a necessary step, as was expressing regret.

But an apology without change is just words.

Action matters too.

We need to move 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗦𝗼𝗿𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

Many survivors are in their Elder years and continue to encounter institutions and systems that are re-traumatising. We owe it to the survivors still with us – and the families of those who have passed – to take swift and meaningful action to address past wrongs.

Survivors need:
🔸 Access to a community-controlled redress scheme, regardless of the state or territory they were removed from.
🔸 Culturally safe, community-controlled and affordable aged care, health and healing services.
🔸 Prioritised access to the records that hold their histories and stories, managed through a single community-controlled system that respects data sovereignty and cultural safety.

20/05/2026

Too deadly these mob
🖤💛❤️💙🤍💚😌🙏🏽

20/05/2026

DON’T GET FLU, BABE!

TAIHS Community Flu Vaccination Event is coming soon! Come to see us and protect yourself and your mob this flu season.

📍 Main Clinic – 57-59 Gordon St, Garbutt
📅 Tuesday, 26 May
⏰ Walk-in between 3pm and 5pm

✨ FREE community event
✨ Merch giveaways
✨ Icy poles
✨ Vitamin C boosting juice

Needleless Flu Mist also available for eligible children aged 2–17 years.

No appointment needed, just walk in and get your jab!

18/05/2026

Dental Services Update ...

We welcome Dr Praveen and Dr Prashanti who are assisting our clients with ongoing dental care.
Dental services are delivered at TAIHS on Wednesday and Friday, 8.30am-5pm.

Because of the reduced days, priority will be given to patients experiencing pain.
If you can’t make your appointment, please let us know as soon as
possible, so that your time can be assigned to another patient.

If you miss your appointment without letting us know, you will need to phone TAIHS Dental to rebook an appointment.