Top Stories Politics Courts General Finance Sport World FactCheck

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Support AAP with a free or paid subscription

Subscribe to AAP News Download our app

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Support AAP with a free or paid subscription

Subscribe to AAP News Download our app

Latest news: First Nations

Call for police anti-racism plan to have teeth to work

Call for police anti-racism plan to have teeth to work

A police force's anti-racism strategy has been welcomed by Indigenous advocacy groups who say it must be given the resources and powers to succeed.

Million-dollar reward could crack 'solvable' cold case

Million-dollar reward could crack 'solvable' cold case

Million-dollar reward could crack 'solvable' cold case

Million-dollar reward could crack 'solvable' cold case

Detectives hope a large reward will help uncover crucial information leading to an arrest for the murder of a woman two decades ago.

Remote medic named NT Australian of the Year

Remote medic named NT Australian of the Year

Remote medic named NT Australian of the Year

Remote medic named NT Australian of the Year

A medical professional who works in remote areas has been named the Northern Territory Australian of the Year for 2026.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

Unique fishery recognised in 'unbelievable' first

Unique fishery recognised in 'unbelievable' first

For the first time, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge systems have been included in national science awards for research, innovation and teaching.

Prepaid electricity leaving vulnerable people powerless

Prepaid electricity leaving vulnerable people powerless

Families forced to prepay for power are experiencing a high number of electricity disconnections, exposing them to dangerous temperatures, a report has found.

Deaths in custody remembered as protesters urge change

Deaths in custody remembered as protesters urge change

Calls for justice and accountability have echoed through the streets as the loved ones of those who have died in custody share their stories.

Outback medicos call for funds to fix dated facilities

Outback medicos call for funds to fix dated facilities

Aboriginal health service providers are stuck with ageing clinics and staff housing and need an urgent funding boost to deliver quality care, a new report says.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

'Vibrant' young woman who died in custody remembered

'Vibrant' young woman who died in custody remembered

'Vibrant' young woman who died in custody remembered

'Vibrant' young woman who died in custody remembered

Family of a 21-year-old Indigenous woman who died in custody have released a brief statement, describing her as loving and vibrant.

Nation must 'choose courage' as it enters treaty era

Nation must 'choose courage' as it enters treaty era

Nation must 'choose courage' as it enters treaty era

Nation must 'choose courage' as it enters treaty era

Australians are being urged to put aside politics and "choose courage", as one state prepares to enter into treaty with its First Nations people.

Truth-telling urged as governor apologises for massacre

Truth-telling urged as governor apologises for massacre

Truth-telling urged as governor apologises for massacre

Truth-telling urged as governor apologises for massacre

Almost 200 years after a massacre on Aboriginal people, a state's governor has apologised for the "dreadful wrongs" of the man behind the attack.

Gulpilil's Journey Home reveals a rich, deep culture

Gulpilil's Journey Home reveals a rich, deep culture

Gulpilil's Journey Home reveals a rich, deep culture

Gulpilil's Journey Home reveals a rich, deep culture

The last wish of a legendary Yolngu film star, a 4000 kilometre journey, and the family who made it all happen are central to a new documentary.

Governor-General thanks Anangu people for sharing Uluru

Governor-General thanks Anangu people for sharing Uluru

Governor-General thanks Anangu people for sharing Uluru

Governor-General thanks Anangu people for sharing Uluru

The Anangu people of the Red Centre have been thanked by Australia's leaders for sharing the big red rock Uluru with the world after it was handed back to them.

Symbolic handback of Uluru celebrated 40 years on

Symbolic handback of Uluru celebrated 40 years on

Symbolic handback of Uluru celebrated 40 years on

Symbolic handback of Uluru celebrated 40 years on

The symbolic return to the Anangu people of a globally recognised landmark four decades ago is being celebrated by Traditional Owners and Australia's leaders.

First Aboriginal news photographer's life in focus

First Aboriginal news photographer's life in focus

First Aboriginal news photographer's life in focus

First Aboriginal news photographer's life in focus

The life of an Aboriginal photographer behind some of Australia's most iconic images has been detailed in a book written by a lifelong friend.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

Good listeners wanted as Indigenous poets speak fire

A poetry slam champion wants "truth-listeners" to join him at his Story Week event being held in an Indigenous heartland of the inner suburbs.

Coroner's vow to bereaved family after death in custody

The family of an Indigenous man who died in police custody has lashed out over the investigation but have been assured an inquest will aim to uncover the truth.

'Bang for our buck': Aussie firms get tender headstarts

Australian businesses will have their first opportunity in more than 20 years to get first dibs on more lucrative government contracts before overseas rivals.

Community healing together as ancestors reburied

As Aboriginal ancestors are reburied at a special memorial park, the Indigenous community says it is time to walk together and heal.

Access five free articles per month

Subscription Options

Already a member? Sign in here

Direct line to cabinet for Indigenous council leaders

First Nations leaders have hailed a landmark pact that will allow direct access to a state cabinet, earning comparisons with the failed Voice to Parliament.

Opportunities abound for junior Indigenous rangers

Students are connecting to and nurturing Country as eleven new junior ranger programs are established across Australia.

Grim milestone for state's Indigenous deaths in custody

Twelve Indigenous people have died in custody in NSW in 2025, the highest number ever recorded in a single year, with less than two months to go in the calendar

Treaty on election ballot as opposition vow 'tear down'

Voters will have the final say on the survival of a landmark statewide treaty as the opposition promises to rip it up and start again if elected.

No voice, no change: two years on from referendum

Australia voted no to a national voice to parliament on October 14 2023, but two years on, its advocates say they remain steadfast in their mission for change.

Matriarchs key to unlocking Aboriginal community change

Aboriginal women have the answers for their communities, and urge deep listening and genuine partnership from those in power to implement change.

Exhibition celebrates power of Indigenous healing

A museum dedicated to the history of medicine has re-opened with an exhibition acknowledging 65,000 years of Indigenous knowledge and healing.

Topics

Politics Australia Crime, Law and Justice New South Wales Victoria Queensland Economy, Business and Finance Arts, Culture and Entertainment Environmental Issue Western Australia Health South Australia Police Homicide Indigenous People Death Tasmania Energy Crime Science and Technology

No opinion, no spin, no agenda.

Support AAP News

Already a member?
Sign in here