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Makarrata Senate Inquiry: Federal government still committed to truth telling, says Indigenous Australians minister

The following story contains discussions of youth suicide that some may find distressing. Please use discretion. Minister for Indigenous Australians Senator, Malarndirri McCarthy says the government is still committed to Truth and Treaty processes, despite the setbacks of the Voice referendum, The Yanyuwa Garrawa Senator from Borroloola in the Gulf of Carpentaria is urging First Nations …

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Here’s what this year’s Federal Budget means for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organizations say this year’s federal budget will provide welcome relief for some service providers, but significant challenges still lie ahead in closing the gap for First Nations communities. National Indigenous Radio Service’s Harrison Pederson took a closer look at what was handed down in this year’s budget, and how it …

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More to be Done to Close Digital Divide in First Nations Communities

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The digital divide in First Nations communities continues to be cause for concern despite the Federal Government’s Target 17 commitment to close the gap by 2026. The First Nations Digital Advisory Group was established to address the issue and is working with a variety of different organisations and agencies, as well as the Federal Ministry …

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QUT to establish Australia’s first Faculty of Indigenous Knowledge and Cultures

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Queensland University of Technology has announced the establishment of a Faculty of Indigenous Knowledge and Cultures, the first of its kind in Australia. Set to launch in 2024, the new Faculty aims to expand current Indigenous Australian research, education and engagement via new initiatives and supplementary programs across multiple university disciplines. Image: Image Credit: …

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