Forging a long-overdue path to a self-determined Australian First Nations economy Culture Now is the time for us to create and lead change that results in a more economically productive and socially adept society. A self-determined Australian…
Indigenous peoples have adapted to drought for millennia Monday June 20, 2022 By Ademola Oluborode Jegede Editors' Picks Indigenous communities around the world, including Australia, pioneered drought resilience and adaptation. As extreme heat intensifies, the world needs to heed their lessons.
Australia turns to New Zealand’s example to map First Nations foreign policy Thursday June 16, 2022 By Melissa Coade Federal Wong said she looks forward to 'drawing on New Zealand’s experiences as Australia develops a First Nations foreign policy'.
Proposal for $200K reparations to Stolen Generations survivors Tuesday May 31, 2022 By Melissa Coade Community & Social Greens senator Lidia Thorpe calls for a national compensation scheme to pay reparations to children who were taken away from their families.
Promoted Creating a culture of continuous learning Wednesday May 18, 2022 By Catherine Batch Sponsored Creating pathways to equip a workforce to deliver continuous value is where learning can play a crucial part. Investing in employees’ ongoing development has long…
Mungo remains and other Australian ancestors to be laid to rest at world heritage site Thursday April 7, 2022 By Melissa Coade Community & Social The environment minister has announced a burial site has been chosen for ancient Aboriginal Mungo remains dating back 42,000 years.
Teach kids about democratic institutions before they get the vote: former speaker Monday April 4, 2022 By Tom Ravlic Federal Smith told parliamentarians in his valedictory speech that Australia has led the world in many advances in democracy and that these advances needed to be…
Critics blast budget’s missing measures to close the gap, zero money for federal anti-corruption commission Thursday March 31, 2022 By Melissa Coade Economy & Industry From experts, advocacy groups, minor political parties, to the opposition — here’s a round-up of the main takes from Tuesday’s budget.
Commissioner calls out over-policing of First Nations people Wednesday March 16, 2022 By Melissa Coade Community & Social Guns should not be carried by police officers in Indigenous communities, according to Social Justice Commissioner June Oscar.
Promoted How Indigenous Australians and Defence can join forces to help close the gap Tuesday March 1, 2022 By PwC Indigenous Consulting Sponsored During the recent anniversary of Australia’s National Apology to First Nations people, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders serving in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) were…
Premium Insights and analysis Officials relent on consultation timeline for EVAW national plan Wednesday January 19, 2022 By Melissa Coade Community & Social A government turnaround means consultation on the EVAW national plan will now be open for four weeks rather than two.
Storytelling and teaching focus for new Ngurra building Tuesday January 11, 2022 By Melissa Coade Community & Social A ‘national resting place’ and custodian for Indigenous ancestral remains, which will also house the Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS),…
Protocols for drones in Kakadu Monday November 29, 2021 By Tom Ravlic Culture A team led by representatives of First Nations has developed protocols for use of drones to monitor flora and fauna in Kakadu National Park.
Premium Interviews Co-designing First Nations perspectives into the built environment Tuesday October 12, 2021 By Melissa Coade Community & Social A draft framework introduced in NSW aims for architectural co-design on environment projects that have Aboriginal connections to Country at heart.
Minister tries to map path to boost vaccine rates among Indigenous Australians Tuesday September 7, 2021 By Melissa Coade Community & Social First Nations stakeholders met with Ken Wyatt on Friday to identify ways to build community trust about being vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus. …
