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Stephen Michael
A West Australian Football Legend
Stephen Michael is widely considered to be one of the greatest ever players from Western Australia and arguably the greatest in the history of the South Fremantle Football Club.
Throughout his life, Stephen has demonstrated great values and integrity and the perfect role model to have a foundation honouring his name.
A proud Aboriginal man, Stephen was born in Wagin, WA and grew up in the southern Wheatbelt town of Kojonup before making his way to the South Fremantle Football Club where he became a legend.
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Happy Birthday Georgia!
Georgia has brought an incredible energy and passion to her work at SMF. She has a natural ability to engage and connect with young people in our programs.
Georgia’s confidence and positive attitude create a space where young people feel encouraged and supported, which is so valuable.
From all of us at SMF, thank you Georgia for the positivity, enthusiasm, and heart you bring to the job every day!
Happy Birthday Georgia!
Georgia has brought an incredible energy and passion to her work at SMF. She has a natural ability to engage and connect with young people in our programs.
Georgia’s confidence and positive attitude create a space where young people feel encouraged and supported, which is so valuable.
From all of us at SMF, thank you Georgia for the positivity, enthusiasm, and heart you bring to the job every day!
Meaningful Donations 🙌
Thank you to the team at @crowneplazaperth , part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts family.
We’re incredibly grateful for their generous donation of high-quality pre-loved towels and a range of amenities including body lotion, nail files, shower caps, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and more!
These goodies will go a long way in supporting the young participants at our Old Ways New Ways camp.
This camp is a voluntary cultural, education and wellbeing program that empowers Aboriginal young people and guides them away from the justice system, towards a brighter future grounded in culture, community, and healing.
Together with our partners at @aboriginallegalservicewa , Wadjak Northside, and @hopecommunityserviceswa ; we are all grateful for the community’s support and reducing landfill.
Thank you Crowne Plaza for being part of our journey - If you or anyone you know can help us with future camp donations, please reach out 😊
Meaningful Donations 🙌
Thank you to the team at @crowneplazaperth , part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts family.
We’re incredibly grateful for their generous donation of high-quality pre-loved towels and a range of amenities including body lotion, nail files, shower caps, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and more!
These goodies will go a long way in supporting the young participants at our Old Ways New Ways camp.
This camp is a voluntary cultural, education and wellbeing program that empowers Aboriginal young people and guides them away from the justice system, towards a brighter future grounded in culture, community, and healing.
Together with our partners at @aboriginallegalservicewa , Wadjak Northside, and @hopecommunityserviceswa ; we are all grateful for the community’s support and reducing landfill.
Thank you Crowne Plaza for being part of our journey - If you or anyone you know can help us with future camp donations, please reach out 😊
Ngaanyatjarra Lands Roadshow - Trip 1
Our SMF team has been out on Country this week delivering a huge range of cultural, sporting, and leadership sessions across Warburton, Wanarn and Warakurna!
From traditional games like Borna Jokee and Meetcha Boma to clay art and AFL showdowns at NightFields - the response from young people and local communities has been incredible.
Thank you to NG Schools, @ngaanyatjarracouncil , Elders, and community members who welcomed us and helped make this trip such a success.
We wrap up tomorrow back in Warburton - already looking forward to the next one! 🤩
Ngaanyatjarra Lands Roadshow - Trip 1
Our SMF team has been out on Country this week delivering a huge range of cultural, sporting, and leadership sessions across Warburton, Wanarn and Warakurna!
From traditional games like Borna Jokee and Meetcha Boma to clay art and AFL showdowns at NightFields - the response from young people and local communities has been incredible.
Thank you to NG Schools, @ngaanyatjarracouncil , Elders, and community members who welcomed us and helped make this trip such a success.
We wrap up tomorrow back in Warburton - already looking forward to the next one! 🤩
Happy Birthday Jay!
Jay’s strong leadership is what drives and inspires everyone around him. He’s kind, caring, and genuinely good to be around, which makes working with him an absolute pleasure.
People naturally look up to Jay, no matter their age or position, because of the way he approaches life and leads by example. He brings out the best in those around him just by being himself.
When we’re unsure or want to improve, we just ask ourselves, What Would Jay Do?
We’re all incredibly lucky to know him and have the chance to work alongside someone so special.
Happy Birthday Jay!
Jay’s strong leadership is what drives and inspires everyone around him. He’s kind, caring, and genuinely good to be around, which makes working with him an absolute pleasure.
People naturally look up to Jay, no matter their age or position, because of the way he approaches life and leads by example. He brings out the best in those around him just by being himself.
When we’re unsure or want to improve, we just ask ourselves, What Would Jay Do?
We’re all incredibly lucky to know him and have the chance to work alongside someone so special.
Today we wish a Happy Birthday to an incredibly valued and highly respected team member, Nixon.
Nixon has had a profound impact across the entire Foundation during his time here - on fellow staff, on the programs he develops and facilitates, and especially on the young people he supports. His willingness to always help out and his ability to connect with youth is extremely rare, and we are lucky to have such a positive role model on our team.
Happy Birthday Nixon!
Today we wish a Happy Birthday to an incredibly valued and highly respected team member, Nixon.
Nixon has had a profound impact across the entire Foundation during his time here - on fellow staff, on the programs he develops and facilitates, and especially on the young people he supports. His willingness to always help out and his ability to connect with youth is extremely rare, and we are lucky to have such a positive role model on our team.
Happy Birthday Nixon!
Fremantle Dockers NAIDOC Cultural Immersion Experience ⚓️
We were proud to be involved in this special day organised by the @freodockers , @cityofcockburn and @cockburnarc . The day provided young people the opportunity to engage in a series of cultural, football, and sport-based activities that aimed to deepen understanding and celebrate the history and significance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait culture.
As part of the experience, we delivered a mix of Traditional Aboriginal Games. This involved sharing the origins and stories behind the games, that have been played for thousands of years, adapted for modern gameplay and typically delivered by SMF as part of our Culture Through Sport program.
A wonderful day full of learning and sport, to celebrate culture, connection, and community! 🖤💛❤️
Fremantle Dockers NAIDOC Cultural Immersion Experience ⚓️
We were proud to be involved in this special day organised by the @freodockers , @cityofcockburn and @cockburnarc . The day provided young people the opportunity to engage in a series of cultural, football, and sport-based activities that aimed to deepen understanding and celebrate the history and significance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait culture.
As part of the experience, we delivered a mix of Traditional Aboriginal Games. This involved sharing the origins and stories behind the games, that have been played for thousands of years, adapted for modern gameplay and typically delivered by SMF as part of our Culture Through Sport program.
A wonderful day full of learning and sport, to celebrate culture, connection, and community! 🖤💛❤️
What a week on Christmas Island! 🇨🇽
Thanks to our ongoing partnership with PRL, we were back delivering a full schedule of school and community based leadership and sport programs for local youth.
Across the week, we delivered tailored Future Leaders and Rising Leaders sessions with students at Christmas Island District High School, focused on helping build confidence, teamwork, and, leadership skills.
And there was no shortage of sport either! With plenty of activity at our school sessions, and the two action-packed NightFields sessions we delivered in the community.
Each visit strengthens the relationships we’ve built and reinforces program impact.
We’re looking forward to heading back in a few weeks to continue our engagement and keep building momentum!
What a week on Christmas Island! 🇨🇽
Thanks to our ongoing partnership with PRL, we were back delivering a full schedule of school and community based leadership and sport programs for local youth.
Across the week, we delivered tailored Future Leaders and Rising Leaders sessions with students at Christmas Island District High School, focused on helping build confidence, teamwork, and, leadership skills.
And there was no shortage of sport either! With plenty of activity at our school sessions, and the two action-packed NightFields sessions we delivered in the community.
Each visit strengthens the relationships we’ve built and reinforces program impact.
We’re looking forward to heading back in a few weeks to continue our engagement and keep building momentum!
A very happy birthday to our CEO, Paul!
Paul, is not only our leader but also a mentor, advocate, and supporter.
He lives and breathes the values of the foundation, working tirelessly behind the scenes and always leading by example. Paul empowers those around him to embrace every opportunity, aim high, and bring their best selves to everything they do.
Paul is creative, driven, and full of vision. His leadership has cultivated a workplace filled with passionate, committed individuals who care deeply about the impact we’re making.
Since the very beginning, Paul has played a vital role in guiding the foundation’s growth, taking it from strength to strength and helping expand our reach to support more young people across WA.
Thank you for everything, Gumby. Wishing you a fantastic birthday!
A very happy birthday to our CEO, Paul!
Paul, is not only our leader but also a mentor, advocate, and supporter.
He lives and breathes the values of the foundation, working tirelessly behind the scenes and always leading by example. Paul empowers those around him to embrace every opportunity, aim high, and bring their best selves to everything they do.
Paul is creative, driven, and full of vision. His leadership has cultivated a workplace filled with passionate, committed individuals who care deeply about the impact we’re making.
Since the very beginning, Paul has played a vital role in guiding the foundation’s growth, taking it from strength to strength and helping expand our reach to support more young people across WA.
Thank you for everything, Gumby. Wishing you a fantastic birthday!