Marni Waiendi provides support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members through:

• Advocacy / breaking down regional perception barriers of Aboriginal people
• Assist with the development of Aboriginal programs and services with local service providers and agencies
• Creation of a community environment that values and delivers targeted engagement level programs
• Development and promotion appropriate quality programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in the Northern areas

Community Information Service

Connects Indigenous people and their families by referring and linking them to mainstream and Indigenous support services including:

• Health care
• Housing
• Employment
• Education
• Child care
• Legal advice
• Income support
• Counselling

For further information, contact Marni Waiendi on 8256 0145.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students living in the City of Playford are encouraged to apply for the 2026 May Graham-Turner Aboriginal Education Scholarship.

Now in its fifth year, the scholarship provides a $1000 financial contribution to support students undertaking further education or training at a South Australian university, TAFE SA, or a registered training organisation (RTO).

The scholarship is designed to help ease the financial pressures that can come with study, with funds able to be used for a range of costs including course fees, travel, equipment, technology, childcare, stationery, tools, uniforms and textbooks.

The scholarship is named in honour of Kaurna woman and respected Playford community member, Aunty May Graham-Turner. Aunty May was known for her compassion and dedication to caring for others through her work at the Lyell McEwin Hospital, bringing comfort, laughter and hope to many. This scholarship continues her legacy by supporting future generations.

Eligibility criteria:
Applicants must:

• Reside in the City of Playford
• Identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person
• Be enrolled as a full-time student at a South Australian university, TAFE SA, or registered training organisation (RTO)

Applications close: 5pm, Friday 15 May 2026

Who can I talk to about the scholarship?
Naomi Agius
City of Playford - Aboriginal Community Development Coordinator
Email | nagius@playford.sa.gov.au
Phone | 0410 341 028

The following links connect users with resources and information relative to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, heritage, politics, health, reconciliation and more: