‘Shameful’ theft of Indigenous pay finally to be repaid
A multi-million-dollar settlement has been reached for thousands of Indigenous workers whose wages were stolen over four decades in the Northern Territory.
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Frustrated flyers face long wait for fairer aviation
Passengers could be reimbursed for cancelled or delayed flights under a charter of rights for airline travellers, but the measures are some way in the distance.
NT Police boss to apologise to Indigenous community
The Northern Territory Police commissioner will deliver an apology to the Indigenous community for the injustice and harm done by its officers in the past.
NT Police boss apology welcomed as catalyst for change
The NT Police Commissioner's apology to the Indigenous community is a step towards healing and better justice outcomes, the Aboriginal Justice Agency says.
NT Police boss ‘deeply sorry’ to Indigenous community
The Indigenous community has received an apology from the Northern Territory Police commissioner for injustices and harm inflicted by officers in the past.
‘A good idea’ to acknowledge Australia’s history: PM
It's important to acknowledge Australia's history but optimism is needed to move forward, the prime minister says after attending a major Indigenous gathering.
‘Loud and clear’: elder reflects on lifetime of stories
South Australian elders are being celebrated in a new documentary, 'There I was, here I am', featuring the stories of three Aboriginal trailblazers.
‘Profound responsibility’ for new victims’ commissioner
Queensland's first victims' commissioner has been appointed in a bid to combat soaring rates of violence against women.
Assange to be freed after pleading guilty to US charge
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has been released from prison and left the UK after reaching a plea deal with US authorities.
Assange to be a free man after guilty plea in US court
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange will head home to Australia after making a US plea deal to end his long legal saga over the publication of secret documents.
ATO whistleblower to face trial after appeal dismissed
The SA Court of Appeal has dismissed tax office whistleblower Richard Boyle's appeal against a decision that he was not protected by whistleblowing laws.
NSW set to apologise for criminalising homosexuality
NSW Premier Chris Minns will use parliament to apologise for the state's former laws that made homosexuality a criminal offence.
Torres Strait Islanders ask court to save island homes
Torres Strait Islander elders have made their final arguments in a case challenging the federal government over climate change action.
Final hearings in landmark climate court case begin
Torres Strait Islander elders fear they will be displaced from their home within the next three decades as the final hearings in a landmark climate case begin.
Qld premier commits to expanding CCC’s reporting powers
The Queensland government will expand the reporting powers of the Crime and Corruption Commission after a commitment from Premier Steven Miles.
Sports move against Australia Day, call for date change
All of Australia's major sporting codes have dropped the use of 'Australia Day' on social media, with clubs and national teams calling for a change of date.
Data monitoring to improve domestic violence reporting
Australians will gain a clearer understanding of the number of women killed by their partners as the government implements a regularly updated dashboard.
‘Professionals’ blamed for pro-Palestine protest clash
A pro-Palestine rally at one of the nation's biggest ports was complicated by the presence of "professional protesters", a senior police officer says.
Epidemiologist shares dire prognosis in climate case
A landmark climate case launched by Torres Strait Islander elders has heard from scientists and public health experts.
Indefinite immigrant detention ruled unlawful
In a historic decision, the High Court has upended a 20-year-old determination and ruled indefinite detention of immigrants with nowhere else to go is unlawful.
Scientists give testimony in Torres Strait climate case
Scientists have begun giving evidence in a landmark climate case at the Federal Court in Melbourne, where Torres Strait Islanders are challenging the government
Remote Aboriginal residents win fight for compensation
The High Court has ruled remote Aboriginal renters are entitled to compensation for distress or disappointment due to living in inadequate housing.
Coercive control reforms need attitude shift: watchdog
The nation's sex discrimination commissioner has expressed concerns state-based coercive control legislation could be abused.
High Court allows government to appeal Yunupingu’s case
The federal government has been granted leave to appeal late Gumatj leader Yunupingu's final case regarding compensation for mining in northeast Arnhem Land.
‘Disturbing’ lockdown trend at youth detention centre
Tasmania's custodial inspector has a described disturbing and unprecedented lockdowns at the state youth detention facility.
Frustrated youth crime victims march on Qld parliament
The Queensland government has met angry victims of crime after protesters marched on parliament demanding zero tolerance towards youth crime.
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Australia court in the act of climate change litigation
Australia is the second most litigious country on earth when it comes to challenging climate change impacts in court.
Courts are vulnerable to foreign spies, inquiry told
Office of National Intelligence Director-General Andrew Shearer says court cases present an opportunity for information to fall into the hands of spies.
Intelligence watchdog to examine secret trial laws
A two-day hearing will examine the way in which court cases involving national security issues can be held in secret.
Arrangements for secret trials like a ‘Mongol horde’
Security laws which allow courts to hold secret trials are placing unnecessary strain on the legal system, the intelligence watchdog says.
Top prosecutor extends leave ahead of Lehrmann report
As the ACT government awaits the Lehrmann trial inquiry report, the territory's chief prosecutor has extended his leave.