Search delay for missing Indigenous man, coroner hears
The search for a missing Indigenous man faced a delayed start and premature end due to police making errors and following a false lead, a coroner has heard.
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‘Lost’ rule opens door to Indigenous sovereignty
A "lost" rule has upended legal precedent, opening the door for Indigenous communities to ask the High Court to rule on sovereignty, fresh research has found.
Man jailed for mimicking ‘gut-wrenching’ Bondi shooting
A man who impersonated the alleged terrorists behind the Bondi attack before launching into a drug-fuelled anti-Semitic tirade will serve months behind bars.
Has national cultural policy revived the arts scene?
As arts bodies are defunded amid scandals and event cancellations, many in the sector are disgruntled with the national cultural policy.
Court denies Aboriginal woman’s ‘on Country’ request
A magistrate has rejected an Aboriginal woman's request for a hearing on culturally significant land, saying the case can be fairly determined without doing so.
‘My light, my future’: teen killed by cop remembered
A tearful mother has told a court her motorbike-loving son deserved a second chance after he was killed by an officer during a police pursuit.
‘Who gave you the right?’: villagers take on gas giant
Leaders from remote Papua New Guinea villages have turned up at a shareholders meeting of gas giant Santos to question the board about a controversial project.
‘Drop the knife’: conflicting accounts of cop shooting
A police officer says he yelled "drop the knife" before shooting an Indigenous man while a witness claimed nothing was said ahead of an inquest into the death.
‘Warning flare’ for high Indigenous kids’ jail rates
Laws sold as a solution to community safety are being used to lock up First Nations youth while fuelling future crime, according to experts.
Athletics great joins race to help deliver 2032 Games
Athletics great Cathy Freeman has taken up a key 2032 Olympic advisory role, becoming the latest high-profile star to help Brisbane Games organisers.
Art and creativity tackle taboos in remote communities
Public health advocates say long term funding and commitment is needed to achieve Closing the Gap targets and improve outcomes for Indigenous people.
‘No other venues’: croc habitat to host Olympic rowing
Plans to hold the 2032 Brisbane Olympic rowing at a crocodile habitat remain on track for a defiant state government providing a Games venue update.
Town on high alert in cyclone’s wake amid flood fears
Just when they thought it was safe to forget about the water, residents of a sandbagged outback town are bracing for a second round of flooding.
Relief as hundreds evacuated from path of cyclone
Evacuees from the path of a cyclone feel safe but are anxious about the homes and pets they left behind as flood-hit Top End communities face a further deluge.
Prison reality locked in for Indigenous Australians
An increased rate of incarceration among Indigenous people is among Closing the Gap data confirming efforts on key measures are still falling short.
Guard of honour for King, Queen ahead of state dinner
The Danish royals have been officially welcomed to Government House by the governor-general and prime minister as part of a state tour Down Under.
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Floodwater rescues prompt warning for motorists
Multiple flood warnings have been issued as a major highway is cut and communities are urged to go to higher ground and postpone travel.
Crocs and rising rivers: towns face flood disaster
A territory's "big rivers" region is living up to its name as floodwaters sweep into a major town and force the evacuation of remote communities.
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Carbon credit rewards MIA for Indigenous stewards
Rules that ensure carbon credits only go to new emissions removal could be penalising the long-term conservation efforts of First Nations people.
‘Listen’: Indigenous youth warned of deadly jail cycle
The brother of a First Nations inmate who died from capsicum spray being used to break up a prison fight has urged young people to avoid the same tragic fate.
Fossil wonderland submitted for World Heritage listing
A 58,000-hectare Australian expanse containing some of the world's oldest evidence of animal life could be included on the prestigious World Heritage list.
Fiery protest as controversial administrator sworn in
Protesters have gathered to blast the controversial appointment of a territory's administrator in angry scenes, with a man arrested.
Administrator backlash prompts apology, advice
A territory administrator has apologised for controversial social media posts ahead of his swearing-in ceremony following a backlash over his appointment.
Accused in failed Invasion Day bombing attempt unmasked
The identity of a man accused of throwing a homemade bomb into a crowd of Australia Day protesters in an act of terrorism has been made public.
Students, staff live in fear as racism rampant at unis
Universities are being criticised for failing to tackle rampant racism, with a landmark report revealing how pervasive discrimination is on campus.
Hard reality of reconciliation on apology anniversary
There remains a long way to go for Indigenous reconciliation as racism continues to fester, almost two decades on from the apology to the Stolen Generations.
Indigenous artist’s exhibition a full-circle moment
An exhibition spanning Palawa artist Jemima Wyman's 30-year career will finally open at a leading gallery that has been plagued by flood and funding troubles.
‘Blame game’ fears after failed Invasion Day bombing
First Nations leaders have accused senior politicians of downplaying the threat of racism in the wake of a failed Invasion Day bombing.
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Deadly disparity for Indigenous people under restraint
A study of deaths in custody has highlighted a disturbing disparity involving the use of a potentially lethal restraint on Indigenous Australians.
Invasion Day terror accused sought ‘pro-white’ material
A man accused of trying to bomb an Invasion Day rally was motivated by racial hatred, police allege, as they defend belatedly declaring it a terrorist act.
Australia tarnished by persistent racism, refugee abuse
Australia has again failed to curb refugee abuses and rampant discrimination, including against Indigenous people, in its human rights report card.