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Kimberley matriarchs urge investment in women

Kimberley matriarchs urge investment in women

The federal government must invest in Aboriginal women's leadership to make a difference in communities, one Western Australian organisation says.

'Exciting' price caps could close health and budget gap

'Exciting' price caps could close health and budget gap

'Exciting' price caps could close health and budget gap

'Exciting' price caps could close health and budget gap

A government plan to cap the cost of essential groceries could help to improve the health of First Nations people living in remote communities.

Time for 'rubber to hit the road' in Closing the Gap

Time for 'rubber to hit the road' in Closing the Gap

Time for 'rubber to hit the road' in Closing the Gap

Time for 'rubber to hit the road' in Closing the Gap

A plan to reduce disadvantage among Indigenous people is at risk of not meeting targets, as Indigenous leaders call for funding to back programs.

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Foiled stunt at Woodside boss's home earns heavy fines

Foiled stunt at Woodside boss's home earns heavy fines

Three climate activists have copped heavy fines after counter-terrorism police stopped them in the tracks before painting the garage door of Woodside's boss.

Blending classical with country, all for love of music

Blending classical with country, all for love of music

Adding a classical flavour to her country-pop fan favourites is the latest passion project for an Indigenous singer-songwriter renowned for blending styles.

Coalition senator takes aim at $840 million pledge

Coalition senator takes aim at $840 million pledge

An $840 million pledge will not amount to self-determination, the coalition says, as peak organisations welcome the 'genuine, meaningful' funding agreement.

Harvest celebrates native grains in community hands

Harvest celebrates native grains in community hands

At an annual harvest, community and university researchers are working together to harness the health benefits and possible paths to a native grain industry.

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Alleged synagogue arsonists targeted by fellow inmates

Alleged synagogue arsonists targeted by fellow inmates

Alleged synagogue arsonists targeted by fellow inmates

Alleged synagogue arsonists targeted by fellow inmates

Two men with extensive criminal histories have been denied bail over an attack on a synagogue which police allege was motivated by hate.

Disastrous dumped bail offences back 'on the table'

Disastrous dumped bail offences back 'on the table'

Disastrous dumped bail offences back 'on the table'

Disastrous dumped bail offences back 'on the table'

All reforms are on the table as part of a so-called bail law review, including re-establishing offences found to disproportionately target Aboriginal people.

Fake nurse's web of lies lands him $4000 fine

Fake nurse's web of lies lands him $4000 fine

Fake nurse's web of lies lands him $4000 fine

Fake nurse's web of lies lands him $4000 fine

A man who faked nursing qualifications and attempted to work in the sector has been handed a $4000 fine after pleading guilty.

Under-pressure government slammed for bail laws review

Under-pressure government slammed for bail laws review

Under-pressure government slammed for bail laws review

Under-pressure government slammed for bail laws review

Another overhaul of bail laws is on the cards, as a state government is accused of buckling to scare-mongering amid rising youth crime.

Activist 'not sorry' on foiled Woodside protest

Activist 'not sorry' on foiled Woodside protest

Activist 'not sorry' on foiled Woodside protest

Activist 'not sorry' on foiled Woodside protest

A climate activist involved in a foiled plan to protest at Woodside's boss's home says he didn't cross the line and protesters should pursue company bosses.

Kids have 'no hope' with tough on crime policies

Kids have 'no hope' with tough on crime policies

Kids have 'no hope' with tough on crime policies

Kids have 'no hope' with tough on crime policies

Tough on crime policies do not work, a senate inquiry has been told as advocates call for oversight of state and territory youth justice legislation.

'Fake culture': legal body's charity status under fire

'Fake culture': legal body's charity status under fire

'Fake culture': legal body's charity status under fire

'Fake culture': legal body's charity status under fire

Already vowing to axe taxpayer support, the coalition's latest salvo against an environment litigation body could strip it of charity status to choke off funds.

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Confusion over Liberal plan to cut public service

The opposition leader has vowed to slash the number of public sector workers but his frontbenchers have been more reserved, instead focusing on efficiency.

Inspired by home and matriarchy, dancers hit the road

Indigenous dance company Bangarra is heading on tour with its cross-cultural ode to mothers and what it means to call somewhere home.

Crews guard richest collection of rock art from blazes

Emergency crews are fighting to contain out-of-control bushfires from scorching a rich concentration of Indigenous rock art as hotter weather looms.

Libs flag axing diversity jobs, welcome to country cash

Public service diversity programs and welcome to country ceremonies are down the coalition's sights as they're accused of stealing Donald Trump's plays.

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Trialling ways to reduce dementia in the Torres Strait

Hoping to reduce high rates of dementia among Torres Strait Islanders, a team of researchers is developing a pilot program for people at risk of the disease.

Man behind bars after 'odious' attack on cop memorial

A man accused of defacing a memorial to fallen police officers has lost a bid to be detained at a mental health facility after claiming he had complex PTSD.

Solar boost could mean good news for renters, regions

Environmental and community groups have welcomed a directive to boost funding for renewable energy projects in each state and territory.

Drama of WA's Kimberley in paintings - and on plates

A new commissioning program features Indigenous artists including Mervyn Street, who led a class action to recover stolen wages in Western Australia.

Peaceful Invasion Day protests shut down city streets

Indigenous people and their supporters have marched in streets across Australia to protest Australia Day, saying January 26 is a day of mourning.

Protests and parties across nation mark Australia Day

Quiet reflections kicked off Australia Day commemorations before many attended protests while others opted for the beach.

Water safety pioneer, master swim coach makes a splash

Water safety pioneer and master swim coach Laurie Lawrence is among a batch of sporting luminaries feted in the Australia Day Honours list.

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