The Hope Vale Foundation mourns the loss of Chairperson Katherine Gibson-Steffensen, who tragically passed away on 8 December 2024. Katherine’s legacy as a community leader, talented photographer, and devoted family member will inspire many for years to come.
In Memory of Katherine Gibson-Steffensen: A Legacy of Community, Culture, and Love Read More »
Discover how the Foundation rebuilt governance, empowered a skilled workforce, and fostered community partnerships in 2023–2024, striving to drive impactful change and embrace new opportunities into the future.
A New Era of Growth and Resilience Read More »
Explore our newly launched Annual Reports page! Start with the 2023-2024 edition, featuring achievements, challenges, and more.
Find it under the ‘News & Resources’ tab.
Discover our new Annual Reports page Read More »
Hope Vale Foundation’s AGM: Wed 20 Nov 2024, 10:30 am at Pioneer Hall, Hope Vale. Join in person or online. RSVP by 11 Nov to info@hopevalefoundation.com.au. Proxy forms mailed to all members.
Hope Vale Foundation’s Annual General Meeting Read More »
Hope Vale United rugby league team made its community proud at the Gordonvale Indigenous Rugby League Carnival in October. Coach Chastyn Bowen’s aim is to unite the team and create community pride.
Hope Vale United Shines at Rugby League Carnival Read More »
Premdas Swami of Duriantree River Horticulturalists donated 99 tropical fruit trees to Hope Vale Farm’s new orchard. His visit with CSIRO and project staff marked the beginning of this exciting community venture.
Hope Vale’s Tropical Orchard Grows with Generous Donation Read More »
Torres Webb from CSIRO visited the Foundation’s Farm, sharing his expertise on tropical fruit trees, uncovering a 100-year-old avocado tree, and advising on the new orchard, set to be planted in the Wet Season.
CSIRO visits the Farm to share expertise on tropical fruit trees Read More »
Seven Hope Vale Traditional Owners are now nationally certified in fire management, with Kiethen Bowen appointed as Hope Vale’s Fire Warden, marking a significant step in community-led land care.
Traditional Owners lead the way in fire management Read More »
Discover how Hope Vale Foundation, in partnership with James Cook University and Rainstick Technology, is pioneering crop innovation inspired by Indigenous knowledge, using solar-powered electric fencing.
Pioneering crop innovation at Foundation Farm Read More »
Hope Vale kids artwork was showcased at the Cairns Show, drawing thousands of visitors to the ‘Taste Paradise’ exhibition, celebrating Indigenous culture and culinary traditions.
Hope Vale Kids showcase Indigenous art at Cairns Show Read More »
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we walk. We pay our respects to Elders past and present as we walk this journey of healing together.
