News and updates

Hope Vale Foundation reps attended the first-ever First Nations-led agtech event, exploring innovative tech, connecting with experts, and celebrating Indigenous culture in an inspiring setting.

Hope Vale Foundation proudly supported this event, celebrating women's strength, resilience, and achievements. Thank you to all partners and Hope Vale Campus for making this inspiring day possible.

The Foundation welcomes Cheryl Canon and Malcolm McIvor to the Board. Together with the team, they’re setting a strong and sustainable course for 2025 to benefit the Hope Vale community.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In July 2024, the Future Immortals Tour, sponsored by the Hope Vale Foundation, honoured Arthur Beetson's legacy by engaging youth through rugby league, promoting health, education, and community spirit.

On Wednesday 19 June 2024, a delegation of Queensland Government Champions and invited guests were welcomed to the Hope Vale Farm by the Hope Vale Foundation.

It’s time to get excited! The success of 2023’s Tour, the Arthur Beetson Foundation Future Immortals Tour is coming back, bringing rugby league stars to engage in social, school, and sporting activities.

Hope Vale Foundation’s Shaun Nancarrow hosted a visit from CSIRO, DAF, and the Gallagher Group. Discussions covered Hope Vale’s history, farm fencing, agriculture, and exciting aquaculture possibilities.

Hope Vale Foundation Directors brainstormed the perfect logo. The result ~ a vibrant representation of Hope Vale and its vision for the future, encapsulating the spirit and beauty of the place and its people.

This 2023 work experience program boosted career prospects for 13 Hope Vale job seekers. They were prepared for employment, gained construction and maintenance experience, and participated in training.

After several months of development, the Hope Vale Foundation website has been launched. Special thanks to the team at Forte Marketing for their guidance and support, and to everyone who has contributed.

Preparing for the 2023 Future Immortals Tour was just one of the successful outcomes of the partnership with My Pathways work experience program. Participants also gained training and certification in a variety of skills.

Hope Vale Foundation looks forward to its next Community Champions Visit with Mick De Brenni and Mike Kaiser