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History-making artwork maps 2400 generations of family

History-making artwork maps 2400 generations of family

A history-making and history-mapping artwork will be on display on Australian soil for the first time since taking out a major international award.

Aboriginal people report less respectful hospital care

Aboriginal people report less respectful hospital care

Aboriginal people report less respectful hospital care

Aboriginal people report less respectful hospital care

Aboriginal patients' experiences in hospital can be improved by the right support, but feedback on their care is still poorer than non-Indigenous people's.

Spears returned to Country point to unbroken connection

Spears returned to Country point to unbroken connection

Spears returned to Country point to unbroken connection

Spears returned to Country point to unbroken connection

The tale of the return of Aboriginal spears to Australian shores after 250 years will help tell a wider story of a community's unbroken connection to Country.

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Indigenous communities lead remote clean energy charge

Indigenous communities lead remote clean energy charge

As Australia finds itself transitioning to renewables, those in remote communities are finding ways to lead the charge toward clean energy on Country.

'Grave disrespect': treaty referendum call dismissed

'Grave disrespect': treaty referendum call dismissed

Comparisons between a state treaty and the failed voice to federal parliament have been derided as a prominent 'no' campaigner calls for a referendum.

Huge opportunity in tech despite hurdles for Indigenous

Huge opportunity in tech despite hurdles for Indigenous

Indigenous people shaping technology's future is a dream that drives one female founder to train and support the next generation of industry stars.

'Misinformation, lies': Australian-first treaty warning

'Misinformation, lies': Australian-first treaty warning

Students are set to learn more about post-colonial impacts on Aboriginal people after an agreement was struck on an Australian-first treaty.

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Retirement finances not so super for Indigenous people

Retirement finances not so super for Indigenous people

Retirement finances not so super for Indigenous people

Retirement finances not so super for Indigenous people

Indigenous people are facing a retirement disadvantage, with 65 per cent dying before reaching the age to access age pensions or superannuation.

Literacy is freedom: celebrating the power of stories

Literacy is freedom: celebrating the power of stories

Literacy is freedom: celebrating the power of stories

Literacy is freedom: celebrating the power of stories

An Indigenous-led digital resource has been launched for International Literacy Day, celebrating First Nations culture and the process of storytelling.

Indigenous language, song celebrated on iconic stage

Indigenous language, song celebrated on iconic stage

Indigenous language, song celebrated on iconic stage

Indigenous language, song celebrated on iconic stage

A desire to revitalise languages from a remote community is bringing Country to one of Australia's most iconic arts venues.

Young authors hoping croc book inspires next generation

Young authors hoping croc book inspires next generation

Young authors hoping croc book inspires next generation

Young authors hoping croc book inspires next generation

Indigenous Literacy Day is showcasing the strength in stories with a new book about a croc thwarted by local kids and a film made in remote communities.

Fire still burning for custodians in fight against mine

Fire still burning for custodians in fight against mine

Fire still burning for custodians in fight against mine

Fire still burning for custodians in fight against mine

A fire has kept burning on a coal mining lease for four years, with cultural custodians celebrating the anniversary with talks, music and ceremony.

Wild Honey: the sweetest sound of remote Australia

Wild Honey: the sweetest sound of remote Australia

Wild Honey: the sweetest sound of remote Australia

Wild Honey: the sweetest sound of remote Australia

From one of Australia's most remote regions, members of rock band Sweet Honey say its special to play to local crowds and give back to their community.

A handful of soil: 50 years since iconic land hand-back

A handful of soil: 50 years since iconic land hand-back

A handful of soil: 50 years since iconic land hand-back

A handful of soil: 50 years since iconic land hand-back

It has been 50 years since the iconic passing of soil from the hands of the prime minister to a Gurindji Elder - a moment that paved the way for land rights.

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Indigenous communities plug in to power their future

Renewable energy projects must be developed alongside Indigenous people, and community-led initiatives need more investment, a symposium has been told.

Festival started from a broken promise looks to future

The Garma festival was born out of the disappointment of a broken promise; 25 years later, local Yolngu leaders are looking to the future for their people.

Elder's NRL return after Welcome to Country heartbreak

A Senior Wurundjeri Elder will attend the NRL's Indigenous Round, despite tensions with the club’s board, after her Anzac Day Welcome to Country was cancelled.

Balance key as government reviews anti-Semitism report

Australia must find a balance between protecting people against racial vilification and shielding institutions, the race discrimination commissioner says.

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Trek tackles heart disease cruelling Indigenous lives

The Deadly Heart Trek is visiting remote communities, to educate, and treat rheumatic heart disease, which disproportionately affects Indigenous people.

Indigenous children's commissioner to begin urgent work

Australia's first National Commissioner for Aboriginal Children and Young People has been appointed, tasked with elevating the voices of Indigenous kids.

Garma leaves a mark on visitors from across the globe

As the 25th Garma wraps up, international visitors have shared their reflections, culture and gratitude for being invited to Australia for the festival.

Queensland great Sam Backo dies, aged 64

Sam Backo has been remembered a Queensland State of Origin great and selfless man off the field, after dying at age 64.

Australia due for 'massive reckoning' with its history

Human rights advocates have pointed to the importance of truth-telling despite political leaders opting for "practical measures" in Indigenous affairs.

'Third world conditions' in packed Top End watch houses

Overcrowding in Northern Territory prisons and watch houses has led to "third world conditions" and a denial of human rights, legal advocates say.

PM lays out economic path to Indigenous empowerment

Traditional owners will be able to advocate for infrastructure, housing and energy projects on their land in a partnership unveiled by the prime minister.

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