Australia Post loses $4,000 Aboriginal painting
Award-winning Aboriginal artist Bobbi Lockyer is devastated after Australia Post lost a valuable commissioned painting. The postal service apologises as the search continues.
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Death in custody prompts calls for independent investigation
The death of a 44-year-old Aboriginal woman in a Tennant Creek watch house has led to demands for an independent inquiry, as internal police investigations face scrutiny. Read the latest developments.
Organised Crime Targets UK Building Sites Over Christmas
Security bosses warn organised crime gangs are exploiting the Christmas shutdown to steal high-value tools and equipment from UK construction sites, with losses potentially exceeding £100m. Learn how firms can protect their assets.
Central Australia mourns Aboriginal leader Geoffrey Shaw
Central Australia mourns the loss of Geoffrey Shaw OAM, a Vietnam veteran and foundational figure in the land rights movement. Read about his lifelong service.
Irish teacher, 29, dies unexpectedly in Australia
Sarah Halpenny, a 29-year-old Irish teacher working in Melbourne, has died unexpectedly. A fundraiser has raised nearly €170k to bring her home. Tributes pour in.
Australia's Indigenous Art Legacy in the Northern Territory
Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Australia's Northern Territory that inspired the iconic Aboriginal artist Emily Kam Kngwarray, featured in a major Tate Modern retrospective. Plan your cultural journey today.
Council removes Aboriginal flags, restricts ceremonies
A New South Wales council has voted to remove Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags from chambers and require approval for Welcome to Country ceremonies. The controversial decision has sparked debate over civic neutrality and recognition.
Australia's High Court Overturns Remote Housing Policy
Australia's High Court has struck down a controversial housing policy that caused rents to triple in some remote Indigenous communities. Discover the landmark ruling's impact.
1899 Recording Reveals Lost Tasmanian Aboriginal Language
A rare 1899 wax cylinder recording of Palawa woman Fanny Cochrane Smith singing has resurfaced, offering a precious glimpse into a lost Tasmanian Aboriginal language. Listen to this vital cultural heritage.
£415K for Indigenous Knowledge in Australian Space Policy
Australian Research Council funds groundbreaking project weaving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge into space exploration. Discover how ancient wisdom meets modern science.
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.
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.
Martin Clunes loses planning battle over travellers site
Doc Martin star's woodland development plans thwarted as neighbours win fight to establish permanent travellers site in Dorset countryside.
Namibia demands return of sacred artefacts from US
In a significant move for cultural restitution, Namibia is formally demanding the return of sacred objects and human remains from museums in the United States, including Harvard and the Smithsonian.
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.
Ancient Christian Burial Site Unearthed in Turkey
Archaeologists make stunning discovery of 1,900-year-old burial site near biblical city that could rewrite early Christian history and reveal final resting place of Apostle Paul.
Grand Designs project manager dies during filming
The construction industry mourns as 28-year-old project manager Ben Tisdall passes away while working on a Grand Designs project, prompting important safety conversations.
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.
Sarkozy and Johnson's sacred cow encounter in London
Former leaders Nicolas Sarkozy and Boris Johnson were photographed in an unexpected spiritual moment with sacred cattle during a London event, creating striking political imagery.
Parthenon Sheds Scaffolding After 20 Years
For the first time in 20 years, visitors to Athens can witness the magnificent Parthenon completely free of restoration scaffolding, marking a historic moment for the iconic ancient temple.
Germany's gas dash threatens climate targets and Wadden Sea
Germany's urgent dash for liquefied natural gas to replace Russian supplies is putting its climate commitments in jeopardy and endangering the fragile UNESCO-protected Wadden Sea ecosystem, new analysis reveals.
Jason Momoa condemns Apple, Metallica over Hawaiian land
Aquaman star Jason Momoa launches emotional campaign against Apple and Metallica for using sacred Hawaiian site in commercial projects, calling it cultural disrespect.
Online sacred chanting group exposed as harassment mob
Shocking investigation reveals how peaceful spiritual practices were weaponised by an online extremist group, leading to coordinated harassment and threats against individuals across Britain.
Government blocks National Trust bid to protect Ironbridge Gorge
Shropshire's Ironbridge Gorge faces development threat as ministers reject National Trust's bid for enhanced protection of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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.
Surfer Ellie Jean Coffey in sacred lake defecation scandal
Controversial footage shows professional surfer Ellie Jean Coffey allegedly defecating in Pushkar's holy lake, sparking outrage and potential legal consequences in India.
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.
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