Great sadness settles after Indigenous leader's death

Mr Albanese said the truth spoken by Indigenous leader Yunupingu would remain after his death. (Aaron Bunch/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Indigenous Australians Minister Linda Burney says a great sadness has settled on the nation after the death of Indigenous leader Yunupingu in northeast Arnhem Land.

The Yothu Yindi Foundation confirmed Yunupingu died peacefully at his home aged 74, surrounded by his family and ceremonial adornments on Monday.