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One of the country’s oldest Aboriginal heritage sites destroyed by mining blast

An Aboriginal heritage site in Western Australia’s Pilbara region, which provided insight to the earliest human population that inhabited the western Hamersley...
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Human remains discovered during roadworks on Palm Island

The remains have been confirmed as being over 100 years old and are believed to be of Aboriginal origin.
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Katter encourages Yarrabah to lift restrictions despite medical warning against it

The Federal MP for Kennedy leads a protest in the Aboriginal coastal community of Yarrabah, calling for biosecurity restrictions to be dropped despite the risk of...
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The National Indigenous Music Awards announces their popular annual awards ceremony will go ahead, potentially reaching an even larger audience through its ...
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Wanderers' Whyman joins special 'Share a Yarn' program

Western Sydney Wanderers goalkeeper Jada Whyman has joined an impressive list of elite athletes set to 'Share a Yarn' with remote Indigenous communities across...
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'I can't breathe': Black man dies in Minneapolis after video shows cop kneeling on his neck

Four police officers in Minneapolis have been sacked after a bystander's video emerged showing the violent arrest of a black man who died in custody.
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From reparations to cultural camps - the road to healing

Since the apology to the Stolen Generations in 2008, survivors have called for action beyond symbolism – from trauma-informed healing programs, to financial...

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24 May 2020

Aboriginal cultural centre boss charged for allegedly exploiting Indigenous artists

A former Aboriginal art centre manager has been charged with 35 dishonesty offences after he allegedly exploited artists in a remote Queensland community.
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Crucial cultural awareness program helping foster carers for Indigenous kids in WA

A cultural awareness program in WA is providing foster parents with essential training to support the needs of the Indigenous kids in their care.
26 May 2020

The woman fighting to see the Aboriginal flag fly permanently on the Sydney Harbour Bridge

On National Sorry Day, marked each year on 26 May, the Aboriginal flag is hoisted up to fly above the Sydney Harbour Bridge alongside the Australian flag. It...
25 May 2020 - 3:27pm

'We've still got gaps': More to do 20 years on from reconciliation bridge walk

Reconciliation Australia CEO Karen Mundine says there's still 'hard work' to do despite some progress since the historic Sydney Harbour Bridge walk two decades ago.
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Funding cut to AbSec could be devastating for Indigenous kids in care

The peak body for Aboriginal children and families, AbSec, says it’s been dealt a ‘huge blow’ by the state government’s plans to slash its funding in the next...
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Filmmaker reveals intense production behind new documentary 'The Beach'

Filmmaker Dylan River takes us behind the scenes of stunning new documentary The Beach.
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Senator Dodson calls out racism in Parliament, offers a way forward

In a revealing interview, Senator Patrick Dodson speaks truth to power with logic that's hard to deny.

 

 

 

 

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How to watch best of Barty's French Open road to glory on SBS

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Prepare to be totally captivated by Warwick Thornton’s new documentary The Beach

It's cinematic, mesmerising and like nothing you've ever seen on television. An exclusive three-hour TV event is ready to fascinate Australia
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Funny is funny, regardless of age: Nayuka Gorrie takes on children's TV

With humour at the heart of new kids' series Thalu, comedy writer and social commentator, Nayuka Gorrie contributes amusing storylines for this unique kids' show.
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'It's upsetting. My Mum is in there': COVID-19 threat to Karla Grant's mother

Karla Grant's mother Elizabeth lives at the aged care facility in Sydney, where four elderly residents have passed away after contracting coronavirus. Karla...
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Thalu: get ready for a bold new children's show

NITV strengthens its commitment to children’s programming with WA production, Thalu.
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Introducing 'Yokayi Footy': NITV & the AFL kick off a new football show

Championing young, diverse players and perspectives, an exciting new footy show is coming to NITV.

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Why First Nations urban communities have more to fear from COVID-19

OPINION: While the threat of a COVID-19 outbreak in remote Indigenous communities has been writ large since Australia went into lockdown, the risk to Aboriginal and...
28 Mar 2020 - 9:32am

Coronavirus will devastate Aboriginal communities if we don’t act now

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are more vulnerable to COVID-19 than non-Indigenous people, and we must ensure our most vulnerable communities aren't...
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OPINION: When inaction can become genocide

OPINION: For courageous leadership and foresight, again, Australia has been left wanting, writes Thomas Mayor.
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Chronically ill and keeping my head above water in the midst of COVID-19

OPINION: Everywhere we are being told not to panic, yet the government has failed to show strong leadership and reassurance to the public, and vulnerable mob are...
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What Taika Waititi's Oscar means to Indigenous filmmakers

OPINION: Māori Director, Heperi Mita celebrates the success of his friend Taika Waititi, and explains what it means for Māori and Indigenous creatives around the...
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Our rightful place, but foundational issues remain unresolved

OPINION: The case of Love and Thoms played out in the High Court on Wednesday intersects with our foundational issues that speak to belonging and community – the...
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18 May 2020 - 5:34pm

Indigenous paramedic's COVID-19 message for mob

Yorta Yorta woman and recent graduate paramedic, Michelle Crilly urges our community to continue adhering to all social distancing requirements as state lockdown...
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This is why Darwin is the laksa capital of Australia

The city serves up top-notch Indonesian and Malaysian-style bowls.
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Tiwi Islands ask all non-essential residents to leave amidst COVID-19 pandemic

Tiwi Islands' Traditional Owners have been successful in implementing new restrictions on entry in efforts to protect their remote communities from the...
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Palm Island travel restrictions start at midnight to prevent spread of COVID-19

The remote community of Palm Island will be locked down from midnight tonight with travel in and out restricted to essential services.
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Meeanjin Markets will host a virtual festival amid COVID-19 restrictions

Meeanjin Markets will be hosting an online festival in May, bringing all the usual Indigenous businesses and performers into the virtual world so people can...
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'Bittersweet': Survivors of Victoria’s Stolen Generations react to announcement of redress scheme

Survivors of Victoria's Stolen Generations thank the state government for announcing a redress scheme but say the significance of the moment is not about any...
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New van unveiled in Brisbane's north to achieve 'better together' outcomes

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