Anangu leaders meet King to mark Uluru handback
A group of Anangu Traditional Owners have spoken with King Charles at Australia House in the United Kingdom.
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Aboriginal family alleges racism on referendum day
An Aboriginal family has filed a discrimination claim against the Australian Electoral Commission, alleging they experienced racism on referendum day in 2023.
Family’s search for truth of teen’s death stretches on
The family of a teenager who was found on train tracks in 1988 say they want closure and the truth about what happened to the young Gomeroi man.
Police cop rocks, bottles as migration protesters clash
Victoria Police officers used flashbangs, pepper spray and rubber bullets to try and control crowds after a protest in Melbourne's CBD turned ugly.
Not a fad: billions spent with Indigenous businesses
Indigenous businesses are continuing to grow as their goods and services are in high demand from government, corporate and non-profit organisations.
Better powers urged to help protect Indigenous children
Each state and territory needs an independent commissioner dedicated to Indigenous children, advocates say, urging governments to "be bold".
Matriarchs key to unlocking Aboriginal community change
Aboriginal women have the answers for their communities, and urge deep listening and genuine partnership from those in power to implement change.
Film recognises frontline Indigenous climate rangers
A documentary is raising awareness of the importance of Indigenous Protected Areas and drawing attention to the rangers who are dedicated to caring for Country.
‘Someone hurt him’: teen’s schoolmates front inquest
An inquest re-examining the death of Mark Haines, whose body was found on train tracks has heard from friends and schoolmates of the Gomeroi teenager.
No voice, no change: two years on from referendum
Australia voted no to a national voice to parliament on October 14 2023, but two years on, its advocates say they remain steadfast in their mission for change.
The things keeping Brisbane’s Olympics boss up at night
The business heavyweight overseeing the Brisbane Olympics has been quizzed on what he worries most about and what animal will be chosen as the Games mascot.
Songbook and album safeguarding Indigenous languages
Song has always been part of the fabric of Indigenous cultural identity, and a new songbook is harnessing the power of music to protect traditional languages.
Indigenous footy legends lace up for New York marathon
NRL legend Johnathan Thurston and AFL superstar Lance "Buddy" Franklin will make their marathon debuts, with their eyes set on the world's most famous footrace.
Exhibition celebrates power of Indigenous healing
A museum dedicated to the history of medicine has re-opened with an exhibition acknowledging 65,000 years of Indigenous knowledge and healing.
Child protection systems ‘failing’ Indigenous children
More Indigenous children placed in out-of-home care should be reunited with family to improve their outcomes, says a peak body urging governments to step up.
Foul play to be probed in missing Indigenous man’s case
The family of a young Indigenous man who went missing will challenge a central theory that he took his own life, a coroner has heard.
History-making artwork maps 2400 generations of family
A history-making and history-mapping artwork will be on display on Australian soil for the first time since taking out a major international award.
Health body leading by example with Indigenous voice
A First Nations public health voice will put Indigenous perspectives "front and centre" two years after the failure of a national voice to parliament.
Aboriginal people report less respectful hospital care
Aboriginal patients' experiences in hospital can be improved by the right support, but feedback on their care is still poorer than non-Indigenous people's.
Spears returned to Country point to unbroken connection
The tale of the return of Aboriginal spears to Australian shores after 250 years will help tell a wider story of a community's unbroken connection to Country.
Chef on a mission to spread the word about native foods
Food is reconciliation on a plate for Bundjalung chef Mindy Woods, who has made it her goal to share her knowledge of Australia's native ingredients.
Calm urged as prosecutors mull death in custody brief
The family of an Aboriginal man who died in custody has expressed frustration over a months-long investigation into the incident amid calls for calm.
‘Climate fail’: huge gas project approval ignites fury
Australia's biggest gas project will be allowed to operate until 2070, with the approval lighting the fuse for an angry backlash from climate activists.
Indigenous communities lead remote clean energy charge
As Australia finds itself transitioning to renewables, those in remote communities are finding ways to lead the charge toward clean energy on Country.
Elder fails to defend trespass using sovereignty claim
An Indigenous elder who tried to defend trespass and property damage charges using sovereignty rights has been told laws must be applied to everyone equally.
‘Grave disrespect’: treaty referendum call dismissed
Comparisons between a state treaty and the failed voice to federal parliament have been derided as a prominent 'no' campaigner calls for a referendum.
Huge opportunity in tech despite hurdles for Indigenous
Indigenous people shaping technology's future is a dream that drives one female founder to train and support the next generation of industry stars.
Retirement finances not so super for Indigenous people
Indigenous people are facing a retirement disadvantage, with 65 per cent dying before reaching the age to access age pensions or superannuation.
‘Misinformation, lies’: Australian-first treaty warning
Students are set to learn more about post-colonial impacts on Aboriginal people after an agreement was struck on an Australian-first treaty.
How F1 icon fuelled teens’ push for a pioneering drive
Karlai Warner and Kade Davey want to be the first Indigenous drivers to race in Supercars - and a conversation with Lewis Hamilton's dad helped pave the path.
Literacy is freedom: celebrating the power of stories
An Indigenous-led digital resource has been launched for International Literacy Day, celebrating First Nations culture and the process of storytelling.