Australia's First Aboriginal Treaty Signed in Victoria
Victoria makes history by signing Australia's first treaty with Aboriginal peoples, delivering a formal apology and greater self-determination. A landmark moment for reconciliation.
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Victoria's Aboriginal Treaty Signed, Takes Effect 2026
Victoria's groundbreaking treaty with Aboriginal peoples, the first in Australia, is signed. It commences December 2024 but won't be fully operational until 2026. Discover the details and the debate.
Native Title Claim Covers Melbourne and Victoria Regions
Wurundjeri people file sweeping native title claim covering most of Melbourne and surrounding areas. Claim applies only to Crown land, not private properties. Read about this historic legal move.
Scottish landowners fear SNP land reform "unworkable"
MSPs face fierce backlash as proposed legislation to break up large estates threatens rural economy and sparks constitutional concerns across Scotland's agricultural sector.
Trump's radical plan to transfer federal lands to states
Donald Trump reveals radical strategy to transfer federal lands to state control during Albuquerque rally, targeting Biden administration policies.
Paralysed gardener loses £1m High Court claim
A professional gardener left paralysed after a devastating fall from a ladder while tree-cutting has lost his £1 million High Court claim in a heartbreaking legal ruling that highlights the dangers of gardening work.
Climbers defy Victoria's Indigenous site ban
Rock climbing enthusiasts in Victoria are openly challenging new restrictions at culturally significant Indigenous sites, igniting a fierce debate between heritage conservation and recreational access.
Wollongong art row: Jesus in Aboriginal colours sparks fury
A Wollongong art exhibition featuring Jesus Christ portrayed in Aboriginal flag colours has ignited fierce community debate, with critics labelling it 'deeply offensive' while supporters defend it as cultural dialogue.
Victoria's Treaty Truth: Allan Faces Backlash
Victoria's Premier Jacinta Allan confronts escalating backlash over the state's controversial First Nations treaty process as legal experts question its constitutional validity and costs spiral.
Canadian official's 'private property doesn't exist' claim sparks fury
BC Prosecution Service's Niki Sharma faces backlash after controversial comments about private land ownership and Indigenous rights during tense meeting with residents.
Family farm faces seizure in tribal land claim battle
A Richmond farming family's century-old homestead is threatened with compulsory purchase after a tribal court ruling recognised the land as ancestral Native American territory, sparking a bitter property rights dispute.
Victoria pushes Aboriginal treaty despite public opposition
The Victorian government is proceeding with its landmark Aboriginal treaty against the will of voters, as new polling reveals significant public opposition to the divisive agreement.
Indigenous tribes claim ownership of all homes in Canadian city
The quiet community of Richmond, British Columbia, has been plunged into turmoil after local First Nations tribes asserted legal ownership over all private homes and municipal buildings, leaving residents in legal limbo and threatening to upend property r
South Dakota's Free Land Lottery: Build Your Dream Home
The small city of Chamberlain, South Dakota is giving away residential plots absolutely free in an ambitious scheme to tackle housing shortages and boost community growth.
Gregg Wallace loses BBC High Court damages battle
MasterChef star Gregg Wallace has been denied damages after claiming the BBC caused him 'distress and harassment' following his dismissal from Saturday Kitchen, with the High Court ruling against the television presenter.
Victoria signs first treaty with Gippsland First Peoples
In a groundbreaking moment for Indigenous reconciliation, Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan signs Australia's first-ever formal treaty with Gippsland's traditional owners, establishing a new framework for self-determination and cultural preservation.
Indigenous Custody Deaths Hit Record High in NSW
Disturbing new data reveals Indigenous deaths in NSW custody have reached their highest level in over a decade, prompting coronial warnings of systemic failures and demanding immediate government intervention.
Model jailed for £3m NHS fraud exposed at festival
Jasmine Allchurch, 33, sentenced to prison after fraudulent £3 million negligence claim against NHS was uncovered when she was photographed dancing at festival despite claiming severe injuries.
Indigenous YouTuber confronts security in Vancouver land dispute
A tense confrontation between an Indigenous content creator and security personnel over filming rights on traditional territories in Vancouver has ignited discussions about land rights and public access.
Victoria signs historic treaty with Gunaikurnai people
In a groundbreaking move for Indigenous reconciliation, Victoria's Premier Jacinta Allan announces Australia's first-ever state-based treaty with the Gunaikurnai people, marking a new chapter in addressing historical injustices.
Queensland's 'Wrongfully Arrested' Crocodile Sparks Outrage
Traditional owners demand justice after wildlife officers remove a beloved 4.2-metre crocodile from Rinyirru National Park, claiming the animal was wrongly targeted and disrupting cultural heritage.
Sacred site ruling stops Bathurst 1000 race
A dramatic ruling has brought Australia's legendary Bathurst 1000 race to a standstill after the discovery of a significant Aboriginal sacred site within the iconic Mount Panorama circuit, sparking nationwide debate.
Neighbour builds wall around entire house in land dispute
A homeowner's wild attempt to claim a minuscule strip of land by building a boundary wall around his neighbour's property has created an astonishing property dispute in Westminster.
NSW Koori Rugby League Knockout 2025: Culture Meets Sport
Experience the powerful display of community, athleticism and cultural pride at Australia's largest Indigenous sporting event through stunning visual storytelling.
Aboriginal elder's powerful welcome moves new citizens
Cheron Long's emotional 'Welcome to Country' speech at a Darwin citizenship ceremony has captured hearts nationwide, reminding new Australians of the land's ancient heritage.
Australia's remote work-for-dole scheme faces Indigenous exodus
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's controversial remote employment program risks collapse as Indigenous participants abandon scheme in droves, raising urgent questions about welfare policy effectiveness.
Australian Native Food Festival Brings Indigenous Cuisine to London
Discover how Australia's ancient native ingredients are taking London by storm at the groundbreaking Australian Native Food Festival, featuring top chefs and Indigenous food leaders.
Billy Elliot star sues Met Police over career-ending injury
Former child ballet star Brandon Lee, who played Billy Elliot, is taking the Metropolitan Police to court after a training exercise left him with severe, life-altering injuries, threatening his dance career.
Surrey's 'Millionaires' Village' Fears Secret Travellers Site
Exclusive: Furious residents of affluent Surrey village demand answers as council secretly sells greenbelt land, sparking fears of an illegal travellers' site and a plunge in property values.
African Tribe Stakes Legal Claim to Scottish Land
The Kukama people from Peru have launched a unique legal bid for land in Scotland, invoking a 16th-century royal decree, in a modern-day quest for cultural preservation and international recognition.
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