The world is run by those who show up Editors' Picks In this edited extract of the new book The Change Makers, Professor Marcia Langton tells author Shaun Carney that when you do the right thing…
First Nations Voice would 'inevitably' improve lives, says expert Tuesday July 31, 2018 By David Donaldson Federal An Indigenous advisory body would not just be symbolic but lead to long-term improvements in people's lives, according to an expert quoted in the interim…
Welfare quarantining: positive evaluation for cashless debit card trial Thursday March 16, 2017 By David Donaldson News An initial evaluation of the cashless debit card trial in remote communities shows encouraging indicators for alcohol and drug use. But nearly half of participants…
Helen Szoke: the fair go must not be lost in political confusion Wednesday July 6, 2016 By Helen Szoke Features The weekend’s election result shows loud and clear — Australians want leadership that will demonstrate a mandate for equality and a fair go for all.
Closing the gap: Turnbull urges stronger indigenous partnerships Wednesday February 10, 2016 By Michelle Grattan News Another Closing the Gap report, another mixed report card. Malcolm Turnbull insists there are "positive trends" due to the bipartisan commitment, but the life expectancy…
The 'muddled narrative' of indigenous affairs reform Tuesday December 2, 2014 By Stephen Easton News Mike Gooda is worried the centralisation of Aboriginal policy in the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet has set back work. A report from the…
Aboriginal well-being improves, but the gap remains too wide Friday November 21, 2014 By Paddy Manning News This week's Productivity Commission report shows indigenous Australians have improved their economic stability in the last 20 years. But there is still considerable work to…
Affirmative action in buying: are bureaucrats brave enough? Thursday October 2, 2014 By Stephen Easton Features Public servants could have a profound impact on indigenous employment and welfare -- but too few even know about the procurement rules that can make…
