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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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Online Misinformation on Indigenous Voice to Parliament Worsening

Misinformation regarding the Indigenous Voice to Parliament has been spreading online. Due to a lack of internet literacy and difficulty accessing the internet in remote Indigenous communities, confusion regarding the contents, effects and context of the proposed change to the Australian Constitution has been spreading. As messaging regarding the Indigenous Voice to Parliament continues to …

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First Nations peoples face barriers for enrolment in Voice referendum

First Nations enrolment for the upcoming Voice to Parliament referendum is increasing, but there are still significant barriers to overcome. The latest national enrolment figures from the Australian Electoral Commission sit at 84.5% for First Nations people, while 97.2% of all eligible Australians are enrolled.   Produced By: Isaac Brogan Featured In Story: Amy Gordon …

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