As the dust settles on this long-anticipated report, we look at the findings and what key stakeholders think about them.
By Andrew Gay, Lauren Davies and Damian Beaufils - 1 min read
Several recent cases have developed precedent for admitting cultural evidence and accommodating cultural differences for First Nations participants in criminal proceedings.
By Oliver Williams and Damian Beaufils - 1 min read
With its recent expansion, it is timely to take an inside look at how the Youth Koori Court works and what makes it so successful.
By James Clifford - 8 min read
The ALRC Native Title Final Report contains 30 recommendations for reform, focusing on ‘connection’ requirements, the content of native title, authorisation and joinder. By JUSTINE CLARKE.
By Justine Clarke - 1 min read
Innovative community legal education programs in the Northern Territory are keeping pace with the way we consume and engage with media, and are proof of…
By Yvette Harvey - 2 min read
A broad and flexible new provision is available to Aboriginal Land Councils and the State of NSW to negotiate Aboriginal Land Agreements (ALAs) in relation…
By Paul Bertram - 4 min read
Despite multiple reviews and decades of calls for change, Aboriginal cultural heritage remains in the State’s flora and fauna legislation. By NORMAN LAING and KELLYANNE…
By Norman Laing and Kellyanne Stanford - 2 min read
The NSW Youth Koori Court (YKC) began at Parramatta Children’s Court on 6 February and will continue on a pilot basis for 12 months. It…
By The Hon Sue Duncombe - 1 min read
The Australian Constitution does not currently mention Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. A referendum is required to correct this injustice and complete our Constitution….
By Bob Wright - 1 min read