Tag Archives: Edition 12

LITTLE BLACK DUCK: As long as we have youth, we still have hope

By Nicole Watson, April 4, 2012
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NATIONAL: NICOLE WATSON* reflects on the importance of the Aboriginal Tent Embassy, and why Australia should revere it.

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THE WAY AHEAD: Aussies should stand strong for freedom

By Jeff McMullen, April 4, 2012
Dhurili leader Reverend Djiniyini Gondarra is an outspoken opponent of the Gillard government’s controversial Stronger Futures policy. (AFP PHOTO/BEN STANSALL)

NATIONAL: The Stronger Futures legislation, which will expand the NT intervention, has not yet passed the Senate. JEFF MCMULLEN* believes Australia should stand against the discriminatory bills.

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NSW govt could face legal action over stolen wages response

By Amy McQuire, April 3, 2012

NEW SOUTH WALES: There is the potential for a legal challenge amongst stolen wages claimants in New South Wales, the Public Interest Advocacy Centre (PIAC) says.

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A private concern on a matter of public interest

By Amy McQuire, April 3, 2012
Occupy movement protestors outside Serco’s office in Perth in March 2012. The protestors are claiming the British company, which runs Australia’s immigration detention centres, lacks transparency and public accountability when it comes to fulfilling public service contracts. (AAP IMAGE/CORTLAN BENNETT)

WESTERN AUSTRALIA: A death in custody watch group has renewed calls for the state government to re-look at the privatisation of prison and transport services, after a damaging training manual was leaked detailing how one company handles asylum seekers.

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GUEST TRACKER: Careful what you wish for

By Tracker, April 2, 2012
The High Court of Australia...

NATIONAL: In the 29 years since the proclamation of the Aboriginal Land Rights Act (NSW) the High Court of Australia has only addressed the legislation on once occasion. It was a great victory, but JUDE VODEK worries about the broader implications of that decision.

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A little legal light in a very dark place

By Tracker, April 2, 2012
The cover of 'Justice', by Fiona Skyring.

NATIONAL: Aboriginal people in Western Australia are the most jailed people on earth. But if it weren’t for the Aboriginal Legal Service of Western Australian the world’s worst jailing rate would be even bigger. Author and historian FIONA SKYRING gives Tracker readers an exclusive insight into her latest book, Justice.

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A journey of resistance

By Chris Munro, April 2, 2012
The statue commemorating Noongar warrior Yagan, on Herrison Island in Perth.

NATIONAL: CHRIS MUNRO* recounts the story of the brave Noongar warrior Yagan, who’s legacy still lives on.

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KISSmyBLAKarts: An international focus for the arts

By Sam Cook, April 2, 2012
UN-painting

NATIONAL: SAM COOK* is ready to advocate for Indigenous arts at the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous issues.

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THIRD UMPIRE: A season fit for footy fans

By Tracker, April 2, 2012
Aboriginal legend Arthur 'Big Artie' Beetson... the tag 'half a game Artie' dogged his early career.

NATIONAL: PHIL MUNDINE* presents his monthly round-up of the winners and losers in the world of Australian sport.

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EVIDENTLY: Stronger Futures juggernaut hits a few potholes

By Jon Altman, April 2, 2012
Prime Minister Julia Gillard speaks as Minister for Indigenous Health Warren Snowdon (left), Northern Territory Chief Minister Paul Henderson (2nd from right) and Minister for Indigenous affairs Jenny Macklin (right) look on at Hidden Valley Town Camp, Alice Springs in June last year. The Prime Minister was visiting Alice Springs to meet locals and assess the progress of the Northern Territory intervention. (AAP Image/Grenville Turner)

NATIONAL: The opportunity to shine a light on the atrocious Stronger Futures legislation came about more through good luck than good management, writes PROF JON ALTMAN.

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