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Victoria Forges Australia's First Treaty with Aboriginal Peoples

In a monumental step towards reconciliation, the Australian state of Victoria has finalised the nation's first-ever treaty with its Aboriginal peoples. This groundbreaking agreement promises to deliver self-determination, redress historical injustices, an

Victoria's Aboriginal Treaty Stalls Amid Crisis

A historic treaty between the Victorian government and the state's Aboriginal people faces unprecedented delays and opposition, sparking a major political crisis and protests.

Jacinta Price's colonisation comments trigger furious backlash

Shadow Indigenous Australians Minister Jacinta Nampijinpa Price ignites a political firestorm by claiming British colonisation had 'no ongoing negative impacts' on a Sydney radio show, triggering immediate condemnation from Indigenous leaders and academic

Albo's Super Tax Bombshell Targets Young Aussies

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is considering a major shift on superannuation tax concessions, a move that experts warn could disproportionately impact the financial futures of younger Australians and reshape retirement planning.

Bristol returns sacred artefacts to Larrakia people

In a powerful act of post-colonial justice, Bristol's museum returns 14 culturally significant artefacts to the Larrakia people of Australia, setting a new precedent for UK cultural institutions.

Neo-Nazis violently disrupt Aboriginal march in Melbourne

A peaceful Aboriginal justice rally in Melbourne was violently ambushed by a neo-Nazi group, resulting in brawls, arrests, and widespread condemnation. The shocking incident has sparked a national debate on rising extremism in Australia.

Victoria's Welcome Sign Updated to Honour Traditional Owners

In a landmark move for reconciliation, Melbourne's iconic 'Welcome to Victoria' sign is being replaced with a new version acknowledging the Traditional Owners. This historic change marks a significant step in Victoria's nation-leading treaty process.

Cooks' Cottage relocation row sparks reconciliation debate

Fitzroy Gardens' iconic Cooks' Cottage faces a controversial proposal to relocate to Victoria's parliament precinct as a gesture of Aboriginal reconciliation, sparking intense debate about historical preservation versus colonial legacy.

Spender: Tax Reform Key to Young Australians' Future

Independent MP Allegra Spender makes a powerful case for overhauling Australia's tax system, arguing it's essential for improving housing affordability, wage growth, and intergenerational fairness for young Australians.

Young Australians Risk Worse Lives Than Parents

Danielle Wood, chair of Australia's Productivity Commission, warns that younger generations may experience a lower quality of life due to economic pressures, housing crises, and climate challenges.

Hanson demands audit of Aboriginal grants

Controversial Australian senator Pauline Hanson calls for a full audit of taxpayer-funded grants to Aboriginal organisations, alleging mismanagement and wasted public funds.

Aboriginal man dies alone in NSW custody

The tragic death of an Aboriginal man in a NSW prison without his family by his side has reignited calls for urgent reform in communication policies.

Traditional owners seek release of settler's violent diaries

The descendants of Aboriginal traditional owners are calling for the complete release of diaries belonging to a Western Australian settler, which allegedly document the killings of Indigenous people. The diaries, currently held in archives, could shed lig

Land rights icon Paul Coe dies aged 76

Paul Coe, a towering figure in Australia's Indigenous land rights movement, has died aged 76. A fierce advocate for Wiradjuri sovereignty, his legacy reshaped legal battles for Aboriginal rights.

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