The Dhadjowa Foundation

The Dhadjowa Foundation is a grassroots organisation established to provide strategic, coordinated, and culturally appropriate support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families whose loved ones have died in custody. We are an independent, not-for-profit charity that receives no government funding and relies solely on donations, fundraising, and philanthropy. This financial independence allows us to remain true to our grassroots model and operate free from the constraints of government systems. Dhadjowa was founded in 2020 by Apryl Day. Following the coronial inquest into her mother Tanya Day’s death, Apryl identified a critical gap in the availability of comprehensive, holistic, and culturally grounded support for grieving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.
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Daily Reporting: Jeffrey Winmar inquest, Day 8, April 10th, 2026

The inquest into the death in custody of Noongar man Jeffrey Winmar commenced on 30th March, 2026, and will continue until 10th April, 2026. These daily reports from Dhadjowa aim to ensure that the community can be truthfully informed of what takes place inside institutional walls.

Daily Reporting: Jeffrey Winmar inquest, Day 7, April 9th, 2026

The inquest into the death in custody of Noongar man Jeffrey Winmar commenced on 30th March, 2026, and will continue until 10th April, 2026. These daily reports from Dhadjowa aim to ensure that the community can be truthfully informed of what takes place inside institutional walls.

Daily Reporting: Jeffrey Winmar inquest, Day 5, April 7th, 2026

The inquest into the death in custody of Noongar man Jeffrey Winmar commenced on 30th March, 2026, and will continue until 10th April, 2026. These daily reports from Dhadjowa aim to ensure that the community can be truthfully informed of what takes place inside institutional walls.

Daily Reporting: Jeffrey Winmar inquest, Day 4, April 2nd, 2026

The inquest into the death in custody of Noongar man Jeffrey Winmar commenced on 30th March, 2026, and will continue until 10th April, 2026. These daily reports from Dhadjowa aim to ensure that the community can be truthfully informed of what takes place inside institutional walls.

Daily Reporting: Jeffrey Winmar inquest, Day 3, April 1st, 2026

The inquest into the death in custody of Noongar man Jeffrey Winmar commenced on 30th March, 2026, and will continue until 10th April, 2026. These daily reports from Dhadjowa aim to ensure that the community can be truthfully informed of what takes place inside institutional walls.

Daily Reporting: Jeffrey Winmar inquest, Day 2 – March 31st, 2026

The inquest into the death in custody of Noongar man Jeffrey Winmar commenced on 30th March, 2026, and will continue until 10th April, 2026. These daily reports from Dhadjowa aim to ensure that the community can be truthfully informed of what takes place inside institutional walls.

Daily Reporting: Jeffrey Winmar inquest, March 30th, 2026

The inquest into the death in custody of Noongar man Jeffrey Winmar commenced on 30 March, 2026. These daily reports from Dhadjowa aim to ensure that the community can be truthfully informed of what takes place inside institutional walls.

Jeffrey Winmar was a 28-year-old Noongar man. He was a beloved son, father, uncle, brother, grandson, and cousin to many. He was a family man who loved spending time with his siblings, nieces and nephews. Jeffrey is remembered by his family for his infectious smile and as the protector of his younger siblings.

Jeffrey was hospitalised after a police pursuit on 9 November 2023. He died two days later in Box Hill Hospital on 11 November 2023.

Multiple police units, including a drone and the canine unit, attended Jeffrey’s house for a planned arrest. In total, 11 police officers were involved in the arrest and pursuit.

Jeffrey’s family hold serious concerns about the conduct and accountability of police during the arrest and his pursuit. Jeffrey Anderson, Jeffrey’s father, states:
“There is a lot we don’t know about the circumstances leading up to Jeffrey’s passing. We are waiting for answers about what happened.”

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