News and Media

The Weekend Australian – AFL stars’ elite school leg up just the Goodes

Mitchell Nadin

The Weekend Australian covers the announcement of a new partnership between the Goodes O’Loughlin Foundation and AIEF, which will provide a wider range of scholarship options in Sydney.

Sat 31 May 2014


Michael O’Loughlin: AIEF is making sure thousands of Indigenous children get the best education possible

In The Weekend Australian, Michael O’Loughlin says whatever path you choose, education is the key to success, and AIEF is making sure thousands of Indigenous children get the best education possible.

Sat 31 May 2014


The Australian – Mikasa’s role in record retention

Rick Morton

The Australian announces the outstanding results recorded in the 2013 AIEF Annual Report, including a new benchmark retention and Year 12 completion rate achieved by dedicated students like 2013 graduate, Mikasa Donald.

Thu 29 May 2014


The Australian – New generation will keep flame burning

Rick Morton

The Australian reports on the launch of the 2013 AIEF Annual Report during National Reconciliation Week, which included a speech by AIEF Scholarship Student Toby about his ancestor and Bunuba legend, Jandamarra.

Thu 29 May 2014


The Australian – Fostering great expectations

An editorial in The Australian highlights AIEF’s new benchmark retention and Year 12 completion rate, pointing out that no other Indigenous education program has been as effective.

Thu 29 May 2014


Ken Wyatt: AIEF is empowering our Indigenous children

In The Weekend Australian, Federal Member for Hasluck Ken Wyatt AM, MP says AIEF is empowering Indigenous children through educational opportunities – just as he was empowered by his own education.

Sat 24 May 2014


The Australian – SAP’s $1m boost to Indigenous scholarships

Bridget Carter

The Australian reports a new $1 million investment in AIEF by global software company, SAP, which will provide mentoring and career opportunities in addition to financial support for AIEF’s programs. Through its partnership with AIEF, SAP aims to encourage and support Indigenous students to pursue fulfilling careers, particularly in the fields of science, technology, engineering […]

Mon 19 May 2014


We’re in the business of nation changing

The Australian is celebrating its 50th birthday with 50 days of special features about the people and events that have shaped our nation for the past half century. The Weekend Australian kicks off the celebrations with a special supplement including a new campaign from AIEF, the official charity partner for The Australian’s 50th birthday.

Sat 17 May 2014


The Australian – Mentor offers a helping hand

Rick Morton

2013 graduate Tim O’Connor speaks to The Australian about building a lasting relationship with his AIEF Mentor, who helped him make a successful transition from boarding school to university.

Fri 16 May 2014


U on Sunday – Mates cross the sporting divide

Leanne Edmistone

AIEF Scholarship Student Kalkani and his mentor from BP Australia, David speak to U on Sunday about the benefits of the AIEF Mentor Program.

Sun 6 Apr 2014


Lights Out – The road well travelled

Rebecca Martin

An article in the Term 1 edition of Lights Out celebrates the growth of the AIEF Mentor Program and profiles Jim and Kai, one of the Program’s great success stories.

Tue 25 Mar 2014


AIEF receives donation from Newman’s Own Foundation

AIEF was presented with $20,000 by Robert Forrester, CEO and President of Newman’s Own Foundation and Deborra-Lee Furness at a cocktail reception to mark the 30th Anniversary of Paul Newman’s Own in Australia.

Tue 12 Nov 2013


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