1967 Referendum: a profound change for Indigenous peoples
StoryThis week Australia celebrates the 50th anniversary of the 1967 Referendum, one of this nation’s greatest and most profound political events.
The road to constitutional recognition
StoryThe Referendum Council have been talking to Australians about changing our Constitution to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Indigenous Business Sector Strategy: consultations now open
StoryComments are being sought on the draft Indigenous Business Sector Strategy which proposes new initiatives to create a vibrant and thriving Indigenous business sector, including better access to support services, improved access to finance and stronger networks.
Heavy rains have turned salt pans into lakes and brought more work for the Punmu Rangers
StoryRecord summer rains have greened the desert, turned salt pans into lakes, created breeding grounds for thousands of water birds from the Western Australian seacoast, and added to the duties of the Punmu Rangers of the Western Desert.
‘Nalderun’ – We Are Moving Forward Together
StoryThe Nalderun Project is a creative and unique approach to engaging at risk Indigenous kids through culturally appropriate learning and has led to increased school attendance of students in primary and secondary schools in the Castlemaine area of country Victoria.