ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

The Australian Government acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present.

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Indigenous.gov.au: connecting with First Nations Australians

​​Rangers: Guardians of a Changing Planet​

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We acknowledge the work of the Jabalbina Rangers this World Rangers Day, 31 July, celebrating the theme ‘Rangers: Guardians of a Changing Planet’.​

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The new jobs program is positively impacting job seekers on the Tiwi Islands

21 July 2026

The Remote Jobs and Economic Development Program is positively impacting the health and well-being of job seekers, while successfully boosting manufacturing and tourism.
Dallas working.

Creating Jobs in Remote Communities

25 March 2026

The Remote Jobs and Economic Development program is creating opportunities and building confidence for people living in remote communities.
MGK team members Rim, Wigness and Olandi at the London Missionary Society Memorial site

​​Strengthening Culture, Country, and Community on Mabuyag Island

13 March 2026

​​​​Mabuygiw Garkaziw Kupay Torres Strait Islander Corporation is making an impact on Mabuyag Island through its commitment to culture, conservation, and community development. ​​
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​​Launch of an updated STEM Equity Monitor​

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11 August 2026

An improved STEM Equity Monitor has been launched, making it easier to find and explore updated data that helps to improve representation of First Nations peoples in STEM.

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​The STEM Equity Monitor provides a comprehensive national picture of participation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

Be counted in the Census

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07 August 2026

Every response to the Census matters. Census night is the 11 August and it’s important that everyone is counted.

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Australian Bureau of Statistics. Two women sitting at a table filling out a Census form

National Day of Recognition for First Nations Health Workers and Health Practitioners

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06 August 2026

On 7 August, all Australians are invited to honour and celebrate the First Nations health workforce and the many ways they strengthen First Nations health and wellbeing.

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Many paths, many ways. National day of recognition for First Nations health workers and health practitioners
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