Aussie Rule Footy - $65

The mortality rate of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders is three times the rate of non-Indigenous Australians, with men also less likely to visit a doctor. Oxfam Australia supports the Fitzroy Stars Football Club, which not only runs a fun activity, but also provides a safe, culturally appropriate environment to educate Aboriginal men. The Fitzroy Stars Men’s Program educates Aboriginal people on the importance of improving behaviour and lifestyles, which includes having health checks to detect risks associated with chronic illness. The program also focuses on providing counselling and support to ensure emotional wellbeing