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‘A kick in the guts’: ACBF-Youpla victims still waiting for millions in compensation

Families still struggling a year after collapse of predatory funeral fund that targeted low-income Aboriginal people

The Guardian - AU

Labor approves $9.5m for ‘facts of the voice’ but says it is not funding de-facto yes campaign

Coalition ‘concerned government is putting fingers on the scales’ and independent David Pocock says information should be fact-checked

The Guardian - AU

First Nations are using 'creative disruption' to foster economic growth in their communities

First Nations have been resisting the historic and ongoing impacts of Canada’s extractive economy on their communities by exercising their right to self-governance and taking control of their economic futures.

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Decades after Eddie Mabo's historic native title case, a new court victory brings his dream full circle

When five Indigenous groups came together on a native title claim, their traditional singing was crucial evidence. Now they're celebrating a landmark legal outcome.

ABC News

'A stench of tokenism': how environmental reforms ignore First Nations knowledge

The Albanese government is embarking on a suite of environmental reforms: beefing up Australia’s carbon credit scheme, and establishing a market to fund environmental restoration. These big policy changes may seek to justify colonial practices imposed on First Nations people and their country.

The Conversation

Youth justice overhaul 'directly at odds' with Path to Treaty and Closing the Gap, Queensland government warned

Advocates warn proposed law changes will disproportionately affect First Nations children.

ABC News

Failure to protect Indigenous children from violence at home ‘funnels’ them into crime, Queensland report finds

Research on justice and support systems says current approach creates further trauma, resulting in lifelong consequences

The Guardian - AU

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Yes campaign launch in WA hears anger over Indigenous incarceration and child removal

Hundreds packed a forum on the voice to parliament in Perth to hear speakers including new Greens First Nations spokesperson Dorinda Cox

The Guardian - AU

Australians urged to support Indigenous recognition ahead of referendum

A First Nations group leading the push for the constitutional recognition of Australia's Indigenous people called on all citizens on Thursday to vote in favour of the change to help bring the country together.

Reuters

Why Tasmania and Victoria dominate the list of Australia's largest trees – and why these majestic giants are under threat

Australia has an extraordinary diversity of trees, with more than 820 species of eucalypts alone. But not all trees are created equal. Some species can turn into giants, like the majestic mountain ash (Eucalyptus regnans) and the impressive white fig (Ficus virens).

The Conversation

Path to Treaty bill introduced to Queensland parliament. What does it mean?

The long-sought-after laws pave the way for the Queensland government to sign a treaty or treaties with First Nations people.

ABC News

‘All I know is Australia’: Indigenous man left in immigration detention for more than three years

Gus Kuster is effectively stateless after failed bid to deport him despite being recognised as an Indigenous Australian

The Guardian - AU

Many of my own people tell me they don't understand the Voice

Aunty Patty Undi is sitting next to me in a place of our ancestors. She is an old lady now and she is wondering does this nation — Australia — truly care for us? Many of my own people don't know who to trust and they wonder if the Voice…

ABC News

New York Marathon kicks off study dreams and plans for all six majors for Wiradjuri woman Hayley Pymont

After completing the New York Marathon, Wiradjuri woman Hayley Pymont is hungry to chase down all six of the world's major marathons.

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Woodside office defaced in protest over alleged destruction of First Nations rock art – as it happened

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Greens appoint Dorinda Cox as First Nations spokesperson to replace Lidia Thorpe

First female Indigenous senator from WA says she and her predecessor are ‘very different politicians’

ABC News

In the year of the Voice, Australians must overcome a language barrier if we're to speak to each other, to hear the same truth

In a year when Indigenous Australians are seeking a Voice to Parliament, it would be good if we could actually speak to each other, writes Stan Grant.

The Guardian - AU

Greens’ First Nations conveners side with Lidia Thorpe and say they do not support voice to parliament

Co-convener claims other members may follow Thorpe out the door and pushes back on party room decision to support referendum

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Greens First Nations advisory group told party it could not say no to voice

Exclusive: advice was taken despite Lidia Thorpe’s objections but Adam Bandt says he still believes a treaty should come first

ABC News

Federal government holds out hope the Liberals and Greens will get on board with the Voice campaign

The Liberals and Greens are actively weighing up their positions on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament, attempting to accommodate strong views among members as they head into the first parliamentary sitting week for 2023.

The Guardian - US

Ontario says ‘colonization’ costs mean it does not owe First Nations billions

Canadian province argues in court it is not responsible for compensating Indigenous people over broken treaty obligations

The Conversation

First Nations people often take on the 'cultural load' in their workplaces. Employers need to ease this burden

It’s good practice for employers to consult staff when forming policies or guidelines. However, for some staff from diverse backgrounds, this creates extra work and pressure.

The Guardian - AU

Lidia Thorpe joined anti-voice Coalition senators to push for inquiry into Indigenous bodies

Exclusive: the Greens senator blames an ‘administrative error’ for the move in November before being forced to withdraw by Adam Bandt

The Guardian - AU

Senior Australian of the year Tom Calma ‘disappointed’ Lidia Thorpe may oppose voice

Co-chair of Indigenous voice to parliament co-design group says proposed body is ‘first step’ to First Nations contributions to policymaking

The Conversation

Australia Day hasn't always been on January 26, but it has always been an issue

January 26 is a date that sparks mixed emotions in Australia. For some, it’s a day to celebrate all the good things about living in Australia. For others, it’s a painful reminder of the beginning of British colonisation and the dispossession of First Nations.

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