Australia Day Debate: Perth Events Spark Annual Date Change Calls
The annual debate over Australia Day's date has flared again in Perth, with events highlighting Indigenous perspectives. Discover the arguments and what's planned for January 26.
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Healing Relies on Sustained Action for Reconciliation
True healing for Australia requires ongoing, tangible action, not just words. The journey of reconciliation demands commitment from all to build a better future. Read more.
Renter charged $4000 for strata CCTV review after theft
A Canberra tenant is taking his strata company to ACAT after they demanded $4000 to review security footage for a police investigation into his stolen motorcycle. Read the full story.
Local Teens Earn Historic US Basketball Tour Spot
Two Lake Macquarie PCYC basketballers, Jared Hickson and Jarvis Watson, are set for a life-changing trip to the USA as part of a groundbreaking all-Indigenous squad. Read their inspiring story.
Graduation joy turns to horror for young doctor after crash
David Parsons, a 26-year-old Indigenous doctor from Stockton, is fighting for recovery after a devastating motorhome crash days after his graduation. His family clings to hope as community support surges.
Doctors Face Legal Action for Withholding Medical Care
A landmark legal case in Australia sees doctors accused of withholding care. Explore the ethical and legal implications for patient rights and medical practice.
University Without ATAR: UNE's Pathways for Mature Students
Discover how the University of New England's fee-free TRACKS and Foundation Programs are helping mature-aged students like Brooke Herczeg and Carla Penny build successful university futures, proving age and past grades are no barrier.
Former AFL player Phoenix Spicer dies aged 23
The football world is in mourning after the tragic death of former North Melbourne player Phoenix Spicer, a proud Nunggubuyu man, at just 23 years old.
Nesting birds force woman to live in car amid Homes NSW dispute
A Campbelltown woman, placed in a Wollongong apartment after domestic violence, is living in a hire car due to squalid conditions and nesting birds. Homes NSW says they are working to resolve the issues.
Cancer patient's Airbnb holiday refund refused
A Melbourne mother undergoing urgent chemotherapy fights Airbnb for a refund after her diagnosis forced her to cancel a family holiday. Discover the policy loophole leaving her thousands out of pocket.
PETA criticises Kim Kardashian's puppy Christmas gifts
Kim and Khloe Kardashian face backlash from PETA after gifting puppies for Christmas. The animal rights group urges adoption from shelters instead. Read the full story.
French Film Legend Brigitte Bardot Dies Aged 90
The world mourns the loss of French cinema icon Brigitte Bardot, who has died at 90. Explore her legendary career, activism, and enduring legacy.
Why Australia is in a Fried Chicken Revival
Australia's biggest KFC operator, Collins Foods, explains the factors driving the fried chicken boom, from menu innovation to economic trends. Discover the secret recipe for success.
Indigenous Leader's Future Bright After Uni Program
A young Indigenous leader from Cairns graduates from a landmark university program, setting her sights on a future in law and community advocacy. Read her inspiring story.
Shooting Stars celebrates 10-year milestone in Perth
The Shooting Stars program celebrated a decade of supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls at a glamorous gala at The Ritz-Carlton, Perth. See highlights from the night.
Silent Strep A Spread in Kimberley Kids
A new study reveals over half of Kimberley children carry Strep A bacteria without symptoms, posing a major hidden health risk. Learn about the findings and urgent calls for action.
AFL Funds Michael Walters' WA Football Development Role
The AFL has provided funding for WA Football to hire retired Fremantle star Michael Walters as a development coach, focusing on pathways for Indigenous and multicultural talent.
Michael Walters appointed WA Football Indigenous Manager
Former Fremantle Docker Michael Walters joins WA Football as Indigenous and Multicultural Relationship Manager to develop elite young talent across the state. Read more.
Pregnant worker wins job back after unfair dismissal
A Sydney warehouse worker fired after revealing her pregnancy has been reinstated. Learn your legal rights and employer obligations around pregnancy discrimination in Australia.
Australia Effect trend sparks cultural debate
The viral #AustraliaEffect trend shows foreigners glowing up Down Under. But Aussies and Indigenous voices are adding crucial, often overlooked context to the sunny narrative.
Coronial Inquest into Death of Indigenous Boy in Care
A coronial inquest will investigate the death of a 10-year-old Indigenous boy in Western Australia. The probe will examine the state's child protection system and its duty of care.
Defying limits: Maree Jenner's journey as an advocate for disability inclusion
Central Coast woman Maree Jenner, living with dwarfism, shares her journey from being told she couldn't be a nurse or teacher to becoming an Australian ambassador for International Day of People With Disability. Discover the ongoing fight for true inclusi
Landmark Tourism Deal Returns Land, Pays $500M Rent
A landmark South Australian tourism agreement will see vast land parcels returned to Indigenous owners and generate half a billion dollars in rent. Read the full story.
Scorchers' Indigenous artwork shoes for crucial WBBL match
Perth Scorchers will wear shoes featuring Aboriginal art in their Aboriginal Heritage match against Brisbane Heat. A win is essential to keep their WBBL finals hopes alive. Read more.
Tony Albert's Black Notebook Inspires NGA's Indigenous Art Triennial
Discover how artist Tony Albert's black notebook sparked the National Gallery's vibrant new Indigenous Art Triennial, 'After the Rain', a celebration of renewal and contemporary First Nations art. Opens December 6.
Trent Wilkinson Named New APY Lands General Manager
Senior Indigenous leader Trent Wilkinson takes the helm of the APY Lands after a damning report led to the suspension of the previous leadership team. Learn about the new direction.
WA Surrogacy Laws Pass Upper House in Historic Vote
Western Australia's Parliament has passed landmark surrogacy reforms, removing medical infertility requirements and opening access to single men and same-sex couples. The long-awaited bill now heads to the Legislative Assembly.
AI Poses Complex Challenge to Indigenous Communities
AI development risks exploiting Indigenous knowledge without consent or benefit. Expert Emma Garlett calls for urgent ethical frameworks and Indigenous-led solutions to protect cultural heritage.
New Legal Closing the Gap Duties for ACT Public Servants
Senior ACT public servants will be legally required to demonstrate cultural capability and work to eliminate institutional racism under a new bill supported by the government.
Barnaby Joyce's resignation sparks self-interest debate
Barnaby Joyce's resignation timing raises questions about political self-interest while readers debate Indigenous justice, renewable energy costs, and international affairs in Canberra Times letters.
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