#indigenousaustralians — Public Fediverse posts
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We asked teens what they thought of sweeping changes to child protection laws
By Dana Morse and Tahnee JashCulture and knowledge have been passed down across generations. But some young people worry their loved ones could soon be left behind.
#IndigenousAustralians #IndigenousCulture #DanaMorse #TahneeJash
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84yo nan drives 2,000km to donate clothes to communities
By Jon DalyBarbara Carroll is on a personal mission to distribute donated clothes to charities and women's refuges in the most remote corners of WA.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-09-12/op-shop-owner-nan-barb-goes-north-donates-clothes/107106004
#Charities #RegionalCommunities #IndigenousAustralians #HumanInterest #JonDaly
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'Disappointing': Council's bid to scrap Indigenous tribute sparks backlash
By Phoebe PinCommunity concern is growing over a decision by an inner west Sydney council to black out sections of its entry signs which pay tribute to the area's traditional owners.
#LocalGovernment #IndigenousAustralians #Reconciliation #Multiculturalism #PhoebePin
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'Landmark' NT novel wins best fiction at Prime Minister's Literary Awards
By Courtney Barrett PetersA novel based on the oral history of Yolŋu people has taken out the fiction prize at this year's Prime Minister's Literary Awards, with judges describing it as a "profound work of remembrance and re-imagination".
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Police use of force under review after 63yo woman pushed to ground
By Amy RossbachWA Police are reviewing an officer's use of force after footage appeared to show him pushing a 63-year-old Indigenous woman to the ground.
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Tasmanian devils lived alongside humans in Pilbara for millennia, Juukan Gorge fossils reveal
By Petra StockResearchers find fossils ranging from 7,000 years to 46,000 years old showing evidence that devils may have become reliant on humans for scavenging
#Environment #Wildlife #Endangeredspecies #IndigenousAustralians #WesternAustralia #TheGuardian #PetraStock
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Tasmanian devils lived alongside humans in Pilbara for millennia, Juukan Gorge fossils reveal
By Petra StockResearchers find fossils ranging from 7,000 years to 46,000 years old showing evidence that devils may have become reliant on humans for scavenging
#Environment #Wildlife #Endangeredspecies #IndigenousAustralians #WesternAustralia #TheGuardian #PetraStock
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Tasmanian devils lived alongside humans in Pilbara for millennia, Juukan Gorge fossils reveal
By Petra StockResearchers find fossils ranging from 7,000 years to 46,000 years old showing evidence that devils may have become reliant on humans for scavenging
#Environment #Wildlife #Endangeredspecies #IndigenousAustralians #WesternAustralia #TheGuardian #PetraStock
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Tasmanian devils lived alongside humans in Pilbara for millennia, Juukan Gorge fossils reveal
By Petra StockResearchers find fossils ranging from 7,000 years to 46,000 years old showing evidence that devils may have become reliant on humans for scavenging
#Environment #Wildlife #Endangeredspecies #IndigenousAustralians #WesternAustralia #TheGuardian #PetraStock
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NSW police settle trespass case after visiting Indigenous children’s home 150 times in 20 months
By Australian Associated PressTrespass case launched by two mothers settled after officers often went to families’ houses between midnight and 4am
#NewSouthWales #Australianpoliceandpolicing #IndigenousAustralians #Australianlaw #Australianews #TheGuardian #AustralianAssociatedPress
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NSW police settle trespass case after visiting Indigenous children’s home 150 times in 20 months
By Australian Associated PressTrespass case launched by two mothers settled after officers often went to families’ houses between midnight and 4am
#NewSouthWales #Australianpoliceandpolicing #IndigenousAustralians #Australianlaw #Australianews #TheGuardian #AustralianAssociatedPress
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NSW police settle trespass case after visiting Indigenous children’s home 150 times in 20 months
By Australian Associated PressTrespass case launched by two mothers settled after officers often went to families’ houses between midnight and 4am
#NewSouthWales #Australianpoliceandpolicing #IndigenousAustralians #Australianlaw #Australianews #TheGuardian #AustralianAssociatedPress
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NSW police settle trespass case after visiting Indigenous children’s home 150 times in 20 months
By Australian Associated PressTrespass case launched by two mothers settled after officers often went to families’ houses between midnight and 4am
#NewSouthWales #Australianpoliceandpolicing #IndigenousAustralians #Australianlaw #Australianews #TheGuardian #AustralianAssociatedPress
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Mothers settle trespass case over 'distressing' bail checks by NSW Police
By Tahnee JashTwo mothers reach a confidential settlement with the police after alleging that visits to check on their sons amounted to trespass.
#Police #IndigenousAustralians #Courts #Children #TahneeJash
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Mothers settle trespass case over 'distressing' bail checks by NSW Police
By Tahnee JashTwo mothers reach a confidential settlement with the police after alleging that visits to check on their sons amounted to trespass.
#Police #IndigenousAustralians #Courts #Children #TahneeJash
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Mothers settle trespass case over 'distressing' bail checks by NSW Police
By Tahnee JashTwo mothers reach a confidential settlement with the police after alleging that visits to check on their sons amounted to trespass.
#Police #IndigenousAustralians #Courts #Children #TahneeJash
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Mothers settle trespass case over 'distressing' bail checks by NSW Police
By Tahnee JashTwo mothers reach a confidential settlement with the police after alleging that visits to check on their sons amounted to trespass.
#Police #IndigenousAustralians #Courts #Children #TahneeJash
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Mothers settle trespass case over 'distressing' bail checks by NSW Police
By Tahnee JashTwo mothers reach a confidential settlement with the police after alleging that visits to check on their sons amounted to trespass.
#Police #IndigenousAustralians #Courts #Children #TahneeJash
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Book about Kumanjayi Walker's killing wins $80,000 at literary awards
By Hannah StoryKate Wild wasn't sure if she should write about the fatal shooting of Kumanjayi Walker and the ensuing murder trial. Her book just won the Prime Minister's Literary Award for non-fiction.
#AwardsandPrizes #Books #Fiction #NonFiction #Author #Novel #ArtsCultureandEntertainment #IndigenousAustralians #BlackDeathsInCustody #HannahStory
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Police shooting death of Kumanjayi Walker at centre of book that won $80k
By Hannah StoryKate Wild wasn't sure if she should write about the fatal shooting of Kumanjayi Walker and the ensuing murder trial. Her book just won the Prime Minister's Literary Award for non-fiction.
#AwardsandPrizes #Books #Fiction #NonFiction #Author #Novel #ArtsCultureandEntertainment #IndigenousAustralians #BlackDeathsInCustody #HannahStory
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Man charged with sexual abuse of children linked to former Adelaide youth detention centre
By Sarah Collard Indigenous affairs correspondentPolice allege the 78-year-old sexually abused 29 children connected to the now closed Magill training centre between 1978 and 2003
#SouthAustralia #IndigenousAustralians #Australianews #Youthjustice #TheGuardian #SarahCollardIndigenousaffairscorrespondent
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Another plan unveiled to tackle long-standing issues in Port Augusta
By Arj GanesanThe state government has announced another plan to tackle issues regarding crime, violence and substance abuse in Port Augusta. The efforts have been praised by Indigenous leaders who say it is needed, but have criticised the lack of Indigenous consultation.
#SocialProblems #IndigenousAustralians #Crime #IndigenousPolicy #YouthCrime #RegionalCommunities #CommunityOrganisations #SubstanceAbuse #Drugs #Alcohol #IndigenousPeoples #ArjGanesan
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Sediments reveal secrets from before the Great Barrier Reef was underwater
By Katrina BeavanTens of thousands of years ago, the Great Barrier Reef was above water. Whether it was grassland, rainforest, or mangrove swamp is something researchers and Indigenous rangers are trying to uncover.
#GreatBarrierReef #IndigenousAustralians #MarineParks #Conservation #KatrinaBeavan
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From Nhulunbuy to New York, the rare politician torn between two worlds
By Matt GarrickFrom Arnhem Land to Northern Territory parliament, independent MLA Yiŋiya Guyula resigned from politics this week after taking his people's fight to the world.
#GovernmentandPolitics #IndigenousAustralians #Independents #NTCLP #MattGarrick
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Victoria’s voice to parliament asks government to axe bill that will scrap prisoners’ ‘open air’ rights
By Benita Kolovos and Nino BucciGellung Warl, which was established as part of the treaty process, says bill would erode the basic rights of people in prison
#Victorianpolitics #IndigenousAustralians #Prisons #Victoria #TheGuardian #BenitaKolovos #NinoBucci
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Supreme Court battle over traditional owner consultation pauses flood works
By Sarah Buchecker and Nethma DandeniyaThe Victorian government and a regional water authority have admitted they did not property consult with traditional owners before approving a controversial flood plain restoration project.
#EnvironmentalImpacts #IndigenousAustralians #IndigenousCulture #WaterSupply #SarahBuchecker #NethmaDandeniya
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#SouthAustralia - #PointPearce #FirstNations #CultureGarden
"#LandcareAustralia is proud to partner with #PointPearceAboriginalCorporation in establishing a First Nations community-led conservation and education project. Located in South #Australia’s Point Pearce in the #WardangIsland #IndigenousProtectedArea (IPA), the project is led by the #TraditionalOwners, the #Narungga people, and aims to support #Indigenous youth to learn about their Cultural heritage and knowledge that will lead to career and leadership pathways in #EnvironmentalConservation.
At the heart of this initiative is the Point Pearce First Nations Culture Garden, a space where #Elders, #FirstNationsRangers, and #IndigenousYouth come together to bridge and transfer #CulturalKnowledge. Designed as a hands-on learning environment, it will inspire young people to explore environmental conservation, deepen their appreciation for the natural world and discover career pathways that utilise Cultural knowledge.
The Culture Garden will feature a #medicinal and #ceremonial plant area, #NativeBushFoods, water features to attract #wildlife, #SensoryGarden, and dedicated spaces for learning and Cultural practice. With a #seedling #propagation zone, a #NativeSeed cleaning station, a fruit and nut #orchard, and interpretive walking trail. More than just a garden, it serves as a ‘cultural learning hub’—fostering pride and offering a comprehensive setting for community events, educational programs, and vocational training opportunities. With funding from #OneTreePlanted, the tree planting will also help #restore #NativeVegetation and improve habitat for threatened species including the Southern Hairy-nosed #Wombat.
Aligned with the South Australian Department for Education’s Aboriginal Education Strategy, the project aims to inspire engagement, Cultural pride, and environmental responsibility among First Nations students. It focuses on educational outcomes and how Cultural activities can play in enhancing social and academic competence among First Nations students."
https://landcareaustralia.org.au/project/point-pearce-aboriginal-corporation-culture-garden/
#SolarPunkSunday #Rewilding #PreservingNature #CulturalPreservation #IndigenousAustralians #Australia #NatureEducation #NativePlants #BushTucker
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#Australian #WitchettyGrub Recipe
April 28, 2023
"A witchetty grub is the larva of the witchetty bush cricket, considered a delicacy by some Indigenous Australians. It is high in protein and is usually eaten either raw or cooked. The raw grubs have a nutty flavor, while the cooked grubs taste like scrambled eggs [I think they taste a bit like scallops].
"The traditional way of cooking witchetty grubs is to roast them on hot coals, although they can also be boiled or fried. Witchetty grubs are still consumed by Indigenous communities in Australia today, and are sometimes served as a novelty dish in restaurants or available for purchase in specialty food stores.
Origin & Cultural Significance
"Witchetty grubs have been a staple food source for #IndigenousAustralians for thousands of years. The witchetty bush cricket is found in arid regions of Australia, and its larvae are an important food source for many Indigenous communities. The grubs are high in protein and provide a valuable source of nutrition in an environment where food can be scarce.
"In Indigenous culture, the witchetty grub holds great cultural significance and is considered a sacred food source. The grubs are often gathered by women and children and are a crucial part of many traditional hunting and gathering practices. The grubs are also an important part of Indigenous storytelling and cultural practices, and have been passed down from generation to generation as a symbol of cultural heritage and tradition.
"Today, witchetty grubs continue to be an important part of Indigenous culture, and are sometimes served as a novelty dish in restaurants or available for purchase in specialty food stores. However, the use of witchetty grubs as a food source has declined in recent years as Indigenous communities have been exposed to a wider range of foods and Western diets. Nevertheless, the witchetty grub remains an important symbol of Indigenous culture and heritage, and its cultural significance continues to be recognized and celebrated."
Read more (includes recipe):
https://travelfoodatlas.com/australian-witchetty-grub-recipe#WitchettyGrubs #WichettyGrubs #IndigenousFood #IndigenousAustralians #BushTucker #EdibleInsects #SolarPunkSunday