Philosopher, author, scientist and inventor, David Unaipon, a Ngarrindjeri man from South Australia, is the inspiration behind the celebrated Bangarra Dance Theatre’s biographical work, Unaipon. David Unaipon, has been described as a genius, and Australia’s Leonardo Da Vinci. He is
An Australia wide demonstration of support for refugees is organised with ‘Fields of Hearts’ in 20 locations across Australia. More than 20,000 crafted hearts, decorated by community groups, schools, church groups and individuals, express open-hearted support for the plight of
The Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission releases Isma – Listen: National Consultations on eliminating prejudice against Arab and Muslim Australians. The summary report reflects the views and experiences of 1,400 Arab and Muslim Australians who took part in the
Jack Roche, who pleaded guilty to conspiring to bomb the Israeli Embassy in Canberra, is sentenced in Perth to nine year’s gaol. Roche is Australia’s first convicted terrorist.
The former Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commission leader, Mr Djerrkura dies in the Northern Territory. Mr Djerrkura was a senior elder of the Wangurri clan in East Arnhem Land and ATSIC chairman from 1996 -1999. He was also a
The Academy of Sport Health and Education (ASHE), a joint initiative of the University of Melbourne and the Rumbalara Football Netball Club is established. ASHE uses participation in sport to undertake education and training within a trusted, culturally appropriate environment,
Noel Pearson, a leading voice for reform in Indigenous affairs, comments on the demise of ATSIC suggesting ATSIC with the best Indigenous talent could secure a strong Aboriginal Commission.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commission is abolished by the Government. In its place the Government will appoint a group of distinguished Indigenous people to advise the Government in relation to Aboriginal affairs. A new alternative body will not
The Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission asserts that the Migration Act (1958) fails to provide a system whereby children’s particular interests and vulnerabilities are recognised. The Commission makes reference to the Convention on the Rights of the Child. This
At least 40 police officers are reported injured following a night of violence directed at the police in Redfern, Sydney. The riot follows the death of a 17 year old Aboriginal boy. A claim by the local Aboriginal community that