Arrernte Community Patrol: leaders for change
StoryThrough funding through the Australian Government’s landmark plan for a 'Better, Safer Future for Central Australia', Lhere Artepe can employ up to 40 casual community patrollers who are respected Elders, leaders and role models with cultural authority. Through being present on the streets, the community patrol aims to reduce youth crime and to be the first point of contact rather than police.
What is Mabo Day?
StoryEvery year on 3 June we celebrate Mabo Day, which commemorates the life of Eddie Koiko Mabo and marks the anniversary of the historic 1992 Mabo decision. Eddie Mabo was a Torres Strait Islander man who challenged the...
The simple screening test that can save lives
StoryThe Australian Government is encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to stay strong and healthy, by doing a free bowel cancer screening test every two years from the age of 50. Bowel cancer is Australia...
Looking back on the 1967 referendum
Story27 May marks the anniversary of 1967’s historic referendum. Referenda are the only means by which the Australian Constitution can be changed and the 1967 referendum sought to amend two sections referring to Indigenous...
First Nations students inspire Broncos stars to put their best foot forward
StoryFootball boots designed by First Nations students from Logan were worn by Brisbane Broncos stars as they took to the field for the 2023 Indigenous Round last week. Ezra Mam’s two nephews, DJ Mam-Blewonski and Phillip...