Torres Strait Islanders Seek Role to Stop Illegal Fishing
Torres Strait Islanders are urgently calling for a formal role in combating unprecedented illegal fishing in their waters, citing cultural and economic threats.
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Man Charged in 25-Year-Old Central Coast Sex Assault Cold Case
A 73-year-old man has been arrested and charged with multiple sexual assault offences dating back to the late 1990s on NSW's Central Coast, following a breakthrough using forensic genetic genealogy.
Man Dies After Alleged Knife Fight on Remote NT Island
A 27-year-old man has died following an alleged knife fight with another man on Galiwinku Island in the Northern Territory. Police have arrested a 19-year-old suspect.
Stolen Generations Survivors Make Urgent Appeal in Canberra
Survivors of the Stolen Generations in Canberra have launched an urgent appeal for immediate action on reparations, cultural healing, and justice, highlighting ongoing trauma and systemic failures.
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Albanese Links Perth Bomb Scare to Racism in Closing The Gap Speech
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese highlighted the racism behind the Perth Invasion Day bomb attack in his Closing The Gap speech, announcing funding for Indigenous health and suicide prevention.
Truth-Telling for Healing and Respectful Progress
Emma Garlett discusses how truth-telling in Australia fosters healing and respect, enabling all communities to move forward together with understanding and reconciliation.
Police Union Fears New Dog Rules Could Delay Arrests
WA Police introduces mandatory senior officer oversight for all police dog deployments, aiming to address racial disparities. The Police Union warns excessive oversight could delay arrests and leave criminals on the run.
Historic Beach Assaults Probed by Sex Crimes Squad
Police are investigating a series of violent beach assaults targeting women and teenage girls between 1997 and 2000. Detectives have released vehicle images and renewed their appeal for information.
Stolen Generations Redress: 2500+ Apply, Advocates Seek More
Over 2500 applications have been submitted to Western Australia's Stolen Generations Redress Scheme since November, but advocates argue the $85,000 payments fall short of addressing systemic disadvantages.
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Senator Calls for Action After Perth Terror Attack
Independent senator Lidia Thorpe urges decisive measures against rising racist hate targeting Indigenous Australians following a declared terrorist act at an Invasion Day rally in Perth.
Man Charged Over $85k Cannabis, Crocodile and Snakes
A 39-year-old NSW man faces multiple charges after police allegedly discovered a hydroponic cannabis setup worth $85,000, a makeshift zoo with dozens of reptiles including a crocodile, and firearms at a Mid North Coast property.
Father Charged with Murder of Three-Week-Old Son in Queensland
A 25-year-old father has been charged with murder following the death of his three-week-old son in Queensland after an extensive 18-month police investigation.
Man Charged with Murder Over Baby's Death in Logan
A 25-year-old man from Cleveland has been charged with murder following the tragic death of a three-week-old infant in Queensland. The baby boy passed away in hospital after being admitted with critical internal injuries.
Charges Dropped in Pauline Sowry Cold Case
Jason Lawrence expresses devastation as charges against a man linked to his mother's 1993 disappearance are withdrawn after 31 years of searching for answers.
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ACT First Nations Commissioner Quits After Absenteeism Claims
Vanessa Turnbull-Roberts has resigned as the ACT's inaugural Commissioner for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Young People following complaints about absenteeism and staff turnover.
Images Released in Hunt for Alleged Triple Murderer
NSW Police have released images of a ute as they search for Julian Ingram, accused of killing three people and injuring another in Lake Cargelligo. The community is urged not to approach.
Mourning Remains Central to Australia Day for First Nations
For many First Nations communities, Australia Day is a time of mourning and reflection on colonial history, with cultural practices and calls for change shaping the national conversation.
Rock Attacks on Yarrabah Health Workers Prompt Safety Crisis
Health workers in Yarrabah are under siege from rock-throwing youths, forcing clinic closures and threatening vital services. Community leaders demand immediate intervention to protect staff and patients.
Emma Garlett on Gen Z and Australia Day debate
Noongar-Yamatji lawyer Emma Garlett argues Gen Z's stance on Australia Day is driven by education and empathy, not just 'wokeness'. Read her compelling perspective.
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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.
Man charged over 3D-printed gun parts in Hunter toolbox
A 29-year-old man faces 16 charges after detectives found two rifles and numerous 3D-printed firearm components in a Lake Macquarie garage. Read the latest on this police investigation.
Perth professor confronts racist remarks in viral TikTok
An Edith Cowan University professor called out 'horrendous' racist comments overheard at a Perth barber. His viral TikTok has sparked a conversation on casual racism in Australia.
Woman dies in NT watch house, police investigate
A 44-year-old woman has died in the Tennant Creek Watch House, prompting a major police investigation into another death in custody in the Northern Territory.
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.
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SA Police Apology to Bonita Herewane's Family
SA Police Commissioner apologises to the family of Bonita Herewane for failures in the 2009 death investigation. Read the full statement and the family's response.
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.
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.
Watchdog, AFP to investigate mistaken teen arrest in Canberra
The ACT Ombudsman opens a separate inquiry into police practices after an Aboriginal teen was arrested at gunpoint in a case of mistaken identity. Read the latest on the dual investigations.
Police search for missing Mackay man, declare two crime scenes
Police are treating the disappearance of 71-year-old Wayne Pedro Morse from Mackay as suspicious. Two crime scenes have been declared as detectives appeal for public help.
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Life sentence for Perth man who murdered young mother
Muhammad Abdur Rehman Mirza sentenced to life for the 2022 murder of Helen Marsuk in Perth. He will be eligible for parole after 20 years. Read the full story.
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