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Ancient art site's UNESCO nomination fixed after delay

Ancient art site's UNESCO nomination fixed after delay

The Burrup Peninsula has had its World Heritage nomination amended after the government's 'incomplete' application delayed UNESCO's consideration by 12 months.

The fourth 'r' in schools: reconciliation in education

The fourth 'r' in schools: reconciliation in education

The fourth 'r' in schools: reconciliation in education

The fourth 'r' in schools: reconciliation in education

Innovative new ways of approaching reconciliation between First Nations and non-Indigenous peoples are being brought into the classroom.

Indigenous dancers reach for the stars at Opera House

Indigenous dancers reach for the stars at Opera House

Indigenous dancers reach for the stars at Opera House

Indigenous dancers reach for the stars at Opera House

Australia's only national dance competition for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural dance groups is returning this weekend to the Sydney Opera House.

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Families earning $80k or less could get free child care

Families earning $80k or less could get free child care

The government should modify childcare subsidies and increase access for children from all backgrounds, particularly low-income households, a report suggests.

Truth-telling, local voices still on government's radar

Truth-telling, local voices still on government's radar

Indigenous Australians minister Linda Burney says a consultative model featuring local and regional voices is a "very live discussion".

Past, present and future: was, is and always will be

Past, present and future: was, is and always will be

Educators from across the country will gather at the National Museum of Australia for a day of discussion about reconciliation in education after the referendum

First Nations wisdom harnessed to protect environment

First Nations wisdom harnessed to protect environment

The government hopes to centre First Nations knowledge in environmental protection efforts by doubling the number of Indigenous rangers by 2030.

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Ranger stares down wall of fire in award-winning photo

Ranger stares down wall of fire in award-winning photo

Ranger stares down wall of fire in award-winning photo

Ranger stares down wall of fire in award-winning photo

Volunteers, schools and artists around the nation have been recognised with resilience awards for strengthening their communities before and after disasters.

Racism called out in every corner and suburb

Racism called out in every corner and suburb

Racism called out in every corner and suburb

Racism called out in every corner and suburb

A report has revealed the shocking prevalence of racism against First Nations people across Australia after the Call it Out project gave people tools to report.

Sea walls, rock lobster populations feeling the pinch

Sea walls, rock lobster populations feeling the pinch

Sea walls, rock lobster populations feeling the pinch

Sea walls, rock lobster populations feeling the pinch

As Torres Strait Islanders bring legal action against the Australian government for alleged inaction on climate change, the CSIRO is researching the impacts.

Bon voyage: Jones discovers French connection to Sydney

Bon voyage: Jones discovers French connection to Sydney

Bon voyage: Jones discovers French connection to Sydney

Bon voyage: Jones discovers French connection to Sydney

First Nations artist Jonathan Jones' latest work uses native plants collected by French explorers during a expedition to Sydney in the 1800s.

New bridge for Tiwi Islands as NT fights 50/50 funding

New bridge for Tiwi Islands as NT fights 50/50 funding

New bridge for Tiwi Islands as NT fights 50/50 funding

New bridge for Tiwi Islands as NT fights 50/50 funding

New projects linking remote Indigenous communities to essential services could be on the chopping block thanks to funding shortfalls.

'Stark and shameful' education disparities exposed

'Stark and shameful' education disparities exposed

'Stark and shameful' education disparities exposed

'Stark and shameful' education disparities exposed

Victoria is failing to meet the needs of young people in care with a new report exposing poor education outcomes, racism along with other major concerns.

Funding boost for Indigenous-managed land and sea areas

Funding boost for Indigenous-managed land and sea areas

Funding boost for Indigenous-managed land and sea areas

Funding boost for Indigenous-managed land and sea areas

Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has pledged $160.5 million towards land and sea areas that are managed by Traditional Owners.

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Living rough: 40,000 young people locked out of housing

As the housing crisis continues and rents rise, a coalition of housing and homelessness organisations is calling for specific measures to help young people.

Family of Perth man who died in custody demands justice

The grieving family of an Indigenous man who died in custody say the father of three begged prison officers for medical help.

'Fearless' NT land council chair dies aged 61

The Northern Land Council's long-standing Chair Dr Bush-Blanasi is being remembered as a passionate advocate for Indigenous communities.

Labour pains: gap in midwifery insurance causing stress

An insurance gap is affecting midwifery care and women planning a hospital birth but wanting in-home midwifery support during the early stages of labour.

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Guards watching movies when teen self-harmed in custody

An interim report into the death of an Indigenous teenager after he self-harmed in youth detention has found multiple system failures.

Failures found before death of teen in youth detention

An investigation into the events surrounding the death of Indigenous teen Cleveland Dodd in a detention centre has uncovered significant operational failures.

NT government Middle Arm submission 'laughable': elders

Traditional owners and environmentalists have hit back at the Northern Territory government's submission to the Middle Arm Senate inquiry.

Public drunkenness law passes test on first night out

Victoria's health minister says the state's public drunkenness law has gone according to plan as more than 80 people received support on the law's first night.

Police issue VRO to seven-year-old after court bungle

A seven-year-old boy's family has received an apology from West Australian police after officers issued a violence restraining order to the child.

Funds for research on violence against Indigenous women

Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth has announced funding for Indigenous-led research into violence against First Nations women and children.

'Big reforms': Vic braces for drunkenness law change

Hours before public drunkenness is decriminalised in Victoria, the state government has revealed operational details on how health workers will manage cases.

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