MK Eco by Starwin

04/11/2024

Did you know our one-of-a-kindness vision is inspired by the starfish parable? This remarkable sea creature features in our logo.

We are mindful always of our vision in all we do.

You can discover more via our vision statement on our website, but we are sharing an insight here...

🐚It's our mission to Listen, Learn, and Light the Way🕯️

🌺 Listen: With a passion for doing business better, we have taken the time to listen deeply. Our collective and our dreams are our priority.

🌴 Learn: We aim to multiply the value of work we do, by investing in our next generation of
leaders, and their learning.

✨Light the Way: by empowering our team, we light the way for others to follow too.

Gratitude to our community who supports our dream to grow a Made with Kindness Economy.

And if by chance, you find a starfish today, please return it home to sea. You make a difference, one by one.

02/11/2024

Good morning 🌅

We are OPEN today, 10am to 1pm in support of the Autism NT luncheon on site.

Please drop by and say hi if you are heading to the event 👋🌺

⭐ 2024 Autism NT Fundraising Luncheon Silent Auction Donors ⭐
Autism NT would like to say a massive thank you to the following businesses and organisations for their amazing support. These incredible businesses and organisations have donated silent auction items that will be displayed around the room on the day of the Luncheon.

Sticky Fingers Kitchen Cooking School
Tangibilis Physiotherapy
MK Eco by Starwin
Henbury Precinct
Ward Keller

02/11/2024

For many years we have been a retail outlet in the tropical north for The Indigenous Literacy Foundation supporting their collaboration with schools like Tiwi College.

Their storytelling and literacy projects have engaged young Tiwi women who were also part of our Tiwi Youth Girls Leadership program in the past.

The Japparrika series of books is a celebration of these stories and a favourite in store.

We invite you to visit our store to discover more.

01/11/2024

Ripple effects...

Way back in 2011, Starwin held its inaugural TalentEd camp - designed as a leadership and training opportunity for young people looking to have a career in sport.

Willie Rioli Junior was the youngest participant on the camp as a 15 year old.

Fast forward a decade on, he is returning home as a premiership AFL player and alongside other leaders, playing a role in community programs with Jipungwayi.

Jipungwayi is a Tiwi founded and led enterprise providing community engagement and youth development activities.

Mikey, the founder, also happens to be the son of Aunty Lulu, the creator behind Tiwi Art by Lulu, who is a valued contributor to our collective.

One-of-kindnesses solutions creating ripple effects 🌅

31/10/2024

WE'RE BACK!

Good morning ☀ Djamarlia is back in store today, OPEN 9am to 2pm after successfully undertaking her exams to complete her first year of a Bachelor of Laws at Charles Darwin Uni.

We would love to see you back too! So, drop by and say hi and come and see what's new in store 💜

31/10/2024

Fabulous to see our friends at Tracks launching new support opportunities for the community.

We encourage you to spread the word and share this service founded on kindness 💜

31/10/2024

Just a couple more days until this one-of-a-kindness event is happening at the DoubleTree by Hilton. We love that we can contribute to creating change 💜

⭐ 2024 Autism NT Fundraising Luncheon Silent Auction Donors ⭐
Autism NT would like to say a massive thank you to the following businesses and organisations for their amazing support. These incredible businesses and organisations have donated silent auction items that will be displayed around the room on the day of the Luncheon.

Sticky Fingers Kitchen Cooking School
Tangibilis Physiotherapy
MK Eco by Starwin
Henbury Precinct
Ward Keller

31/10/2024

Are you looking for project planning and income generation support?

We have a couple of openings for clients now available, after recently completing some successful projects.

Did you see our recent announcement about supporting RADIO MAMA to achieve major funding? We worked with their Executive Manager with a grant writing & planning session for stage one of a project to develop an Indigenous Media Broadcasting Hub in the Yamaji region (Midwest, WA). The outcome seeing them awarded a $110,795 grant via the Regional Economic Development fund from WA Government.

✍ If you are looking for assistance with planning & income generation for your projects, e: [email protected] to see how we can help you.

29/10/2024

Walkabout Cultural Adventures is our favourite way to explore tropical north Queensland! 🌴Connecting with country, catching crabs, learning about culture - there's so much to love!

Did you know if you are looking to visit the Port Douglas & Daintree area, we can book you a tour with the Walkabout crew?!

Reach out and get in touch e: [email protected] and we can design a day out for you!

29/10/2024

🌟 This weekend we will be supporting the Autism NT Fundraising Luncheon 🌟

This one-of-a-kindness annual event is held on site at DoubleTree by Hilton and we have been proudly contributing for many years, helping to create change for young people with special needs in our community.

The good news is there are a few tickets left if you are keen to join in the event! 🎟️

We look forward to seeing you Saturday!

IMPORTANT TICKET ANNOUNCEMENT!

Click on the link below to be taken to our bookings page to secure the last tickets for the Autism NT Fundraising Luncheon.

10 tickets remaining! Book a full table of 10 for a discounted price or get in quickly to individually secure your spot to come and celebrate!!

https://www.autismnt.org.au/event/2024-autism-nt-luncheon/home

29/10/2024

For the past few years we have been partnering with CareerTrackers, supporting career pathways for the young women in our team.

We are sharing the celebrations on their 15th anniversary - what an achievement!

The ripples effects of this one-of-a-kindness enterprise will be creating impact long into the future!

28/10/2024

Does blue create the right zone for you and your little ones?

Blue is a color often found in nature, such as the pale blue of a daytime sky or the rich dark blue of a deep pool of water. This is perhaps why we often describe blue as calm and serene.

Set a scene in your spaces with Recycled Mats - available now in store and online. Looking for something we don't have available? E: [email protected] and we will make it happen for you!

27/10/2024

When was the last time you took a moment to write a kind word to a loved one?

This week we are encouraging you to write more - the good old way! Created by Nurturing Nature Cards with designs by Phylisia Palipuaminni, these note cards are the perfect way to say something special.

The best bit, they can be planted, for that everlasting memory!

27/10/2024

Batchelor Institute Press is the publishing arm of Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education, Northern Territory, Australia.

The teaching and learning resources developed at Batchelor Institute are produced primarily for Indigenous Australian students living in remote communities, the majority of whom have English as a second or third language.

The content of these resources has been developed by community elders, students and teaching staff with many years experience in ESL, distance learning and curriculum development.

We have been privileged to be a retail outlet for Batchelor Press for several years, stocking resources for little ones, like these Larrakia learning tools by Jason Lee.

Discover more in our Storytelling Collection online and in store.

26/10/2024

Next month we welcome back talented team member, Sharniqua Hutt, on a mission to grow her own enterprise, ReTelling Country.

To celebrate we are offering the opportunity to Learn the Art of Weaving with sessions available between 19-29 November.

If you are keen to spend some mindful time, e: [email protected] to express your interest.

25/10/2024

Our latest newsletter is full of positive vibes and rising stars ✨+ a chance to Learn the Art of Weaving. Start the weekend off right here 👇

We know how heated this time of year can be, so our newsletter is packed full of ways to be kind to you with positive vibes, gifts that soothe the soul and some inspiration for creating mindful moments...

24/10/2024

Are you looking to furnish your corporate spaces with one-of-a-kindness pieces that support local Indigenous enterprises?

Made by Manapan Furniture, we have two custom coffee tables, crafted from Australian hardwood, on country.

We welcome you to visit our store to discover more of the story.

21/10/2024

Looking forward to this series 📺

Top End Bub is a follow-up to the 2019 smash-hit film Top End Wedding. But instead of another movie, its creators have opted for a TV series. Star Miranda Tapsell explains why as first look images of the series are released.

21/10/2024

No Way Yirrikipayi is a long term favourite with our customers! Have you got a copy at home? 🐊

20/10/2024

✨STARWIN SLOW DOWN TIME✨

Please note until the end of October our Darwin shopfront is open by appointment online as our team take a mini-break. If you would like an appointment in the interim, please e: [email protected] or call 0402303867. Our online store remains open 24/7, with a local delivery option available.

We have plenty of events to look forward to and so we will be back open from Friday 1 November, with event pop ups also scheduled for:
- Wednesday 13 November @ Prevocational Medical Education Forum (Darwin Convention Centre)
- Friday 15 November @ the First Nations Leadership Summit (DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade)
- Monday 18 November @ ACE Activation, Adelaide Convention Centre

We thank you for your ongoing support & understanding.

19/10/2024

Shining a light this week on team member Djamarlia Darr-Segeyaro who for the past year has been leading the way at our Darwin store and event spaces.

A young woman who embodies our vision with kindness, she has been supporting her peers at Starwin, sharing knowledge, mentoring and guiding over the past two years, as well as taking on a leadership role with the shop administration, marketing, online orders and more.

This year Djamarlia stepping into full-time study, undertaking a Bachelor of Laws at Charles Darwin University. She has continued to keep our shopfront open and event pop up spaces happening alongside her uni work.

Please note, for the next two weeks whilst Djarmarlia undertakes her university exams, the shop will be in a slow down mode.

In some more exciting news, this month she has been notified of her success in application for the NTG internship project and so from mid November until the end of February, Djamarlia will have the opportunity to work with Attorney General's office.

We wholeheartedly support her career journey every step of the way and congratulate Djamarlia on her leadership and wish her all the best with her learning, and look forward to welcoming you in the new year!

We do have some exciting plans ahead for elevating our youth leaders, so please keep connected. We value your ongoing support that enables us to invest in the next generation ✨

18/10/2024

Wishing you a weekend where you are kind to you and create some balance in your world.

Gratitude to Kreative Karina for bringing her inspired designs!

17/10/2024

For October Business Month, we are shining a light on a few of the women we know as leaders who are lighting the way for the next generation. If we continue to champion change and celebrate these good news stories then we all win.

We hope you enjoy the success of some of our past (and current) team members who have had recent wins to celebrate!

Read the good news here 👇

We hope you enjoy the success of some of our past (and current) team members who have had recent wins to celebrate! Click here to read the good news