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Pope apologises for Canadian schools scandal

ROME: Pope Francis apologised on Friday for abuse committed at church-run residential schools in Canada, telling Indigenous delegations at the Vatican it caused him “pain and shame”.

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Does the pre-election budget address ways to realistically 'close the gap' for Indigenous people?

As Treasurer Josh Frydenberg handed down the federal government’s pre-election budget on Tuesday night, I watched in anticipation to see what it would hold for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.

The Conversation

Terra nullius has been overturned. Now we must reverse aqua nullius and return water rights to First Nations people

Terra nullius has been overturned. Now we must reverse aqua nullius and return water rights to Traditional Owners.

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Supernovas, auroral sounds and hungry tides: unpacking First Nations knowledge of the skies

Duane Hamacher’s The First Astronomers explores the deep and living star knowledge of First Nations people from around the world – and challenges the notion that Indigenous knowledge is not scientific.

The Conversation

Indigenous peoples across the globe are uniquely equipped to deal with the climate crisis - so why are we being left out of these conversations?

The urgency of tackling climate change is even greater for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and other First Nation peoples across the globe. First Nations people will be disproportionately affected and are already experiencing existential threats from climate change.

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Indigenous delegates hold first talks with Pope Francis in Rome

Indigenous leaders are seeking apology from the pope for the Catholic Church’s role in Canada’s ‘residential schools’.

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It is time for Australia to establish a national Ministry for Culture

The pandemic has been a wake-up call. Now, more than ever, the arts are a part of our daily lives. They are not something only “the elite” enjoy; they are an expression of the human condition.

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‘Don’t muck it up’: First Nations communities are closely watching Victoria’s truth-telling commission

Leaders hope Yoorrook Justice Commission will spark nationwide treaty negotiations

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Kunja people of south-west Queensland attain native title after 26-year battle for recognition

Spending almost half of her life knowing "nothing" about her heritage has culminated in a native title determination for a First Nations woman and the Kunja people, finding her "place in the world".

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A First Nations and African Australian cultural scene is building in Shepparton

There's something special happening in Shepparton, where its First Nations and African Australian communities have collided to create a unique cultural scene.

ABC News

Consent education needs Blak voices for the safety and well-being of young First Nations people

Readers are advised that the following article contains mentions of sexual assault.

The Conversation

'May you always taste the sweetest fruit': uncovering the history and hidden delights of your neighbourhood

Sydney’s Green Square is one of Australia’s biggest urban renewal projects. But it’s much more than a construction site. First Nations people know it by another name: nadunga gurad, or sand dune Country.

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Fucked New Data Reveals Attempted First Nations Massacres Took Place In Aus As Recent As 1981

A massive eight-year data project has mapped hundreds of mass killings of First Nations people including the most recent attempted massacre which killed two and hospitalised 14.

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Natural disasters and the COVID-19 pandemic reveal the crucial role of First Nations media

First Nations media outlets provide a critical role in the day-to-day lives of Indigenous people. In times of crisis, the service they provide is even more important.

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The Drover’s Wife: Director Leah Purcell gives Henry Lawson’s classic a First Nations twist

Indigenous actor and writer Leah Purchell has re-imagined Henry Lawson's classic, adding Indigenous issues to enrich and expand the storyline.

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Women of the world gather in the outback, as Dreamtime story enthralls new generation

First Nations art and culture from outback Queensland moves from the canvas to the catwalk as part of a stunning performance for Women of the World Festival.

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New East Coast Tribal League uniting Indigenous nations, communities on NSW Mid North Coast

The inaugural East Coast Tribal League is giving First Nations athletes the first chance to represent country and culture since the pandemic began.

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Football Australia launches Indigenous reconciliation action plan

Football Australia is the latest national sports governing body to launch a program aimed at strengthening relationships, pathways, and opportunities for First Nations people.

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Parsons Secures Significant Contract To Continue Managing Faro Mine Remediation

Parsons Corp (NYSE:PSN) has secured a contract to provide main construction management and care & maintenance (MCM-C&M) services at Faro Mine in Faro, Yukon, Canada. The contract could span over 20 years and exceed $2 billion. Parsons has supported the Government of Canada, Yukon Government, First Nations, and the Town of Faro in…

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Invisible language learners: what educators need to know about many First Nations children

Of the original 250-plus languages and over 750 dialects spoken by First Nations peoples before 1788, only 12 are being learned by children today.

ABC News

NRL Indigenous and Māori All Stars meet in Sydney for first time in a clash of two First Nations cultures

The NRL's All Stars event comes to Sydney for the first time with the Indigenous and Māori teams representing two rich First Nations cultures at Parramatta Stadium on Saturday.

The Conversation

Non-Indigenous Australians shouldn't fear a First Nations Voice to Parliament

The 2017 Uluru Statement from the Heart is one of the most significant documents on constitutional change in Australian history. The result of extensive consultation and debate, it explains how First Nations want to be included in the constitution.

The Conversation

Compelling even to his critics: Mission by Noel Pearson explores rights, land and justice

How does one tell the story of a life lived well in public service, and in service of your community?

ABC News

Family of First Nations advocate Rosalie Kunoth-Monks remember a 'strong, loving' changemaker

Family members honour the proud Arrernte Anmatjere woman, who gave people "strength of heart and spirit" through her advocacy for Indigenous rights — and made history when she starred in the 1955 classic film Jedda.

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Wiradjuri artist Karla Dickens on her Australian flag work — January 26, Day of Mourning — and Carriageworks exhibition Return to Sender

Karla Dickens's exhibition Return to Sender is the result of years spent collecting racist vintage postcards, which she reframes and subverts to tell stories of First Nations resilience.

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