The Latest Breaking News on Indigenous Australia

Jacqui Lambie asks ICC to investigate Australian military commanders for alleged war crimes

Lambie tells Senate the Brereton report gave senior commanders a ‘free pass’ while soldiers were ‘thrown under the bus’

The Guardian - AU · Jun 20, 2023

Church head felt guilt after inappropriate teen massage

Inspire Church founder John McMartin felt guilty about an inappropriate massage he gave a teenage woman, but maintains he did not indecently assault her.

AAP · Jun 20, 2023

ADF leadership referred to International Criminal Court

Senator Jacqui Lambie has referred senior leaders within the ADF to the International Criminal Court over alleged war crimes in Afghanistan.

The New Daily · Jun 20, 2023

All details not necessary for referendum vote: advocate

As the wording of the 'yes' and 'no' cases is drafted, an Indigenous leader says there is enough information available for voters to make an informed decision.

AAP · Jun 19, 2023

Tensions arise as Lidia Thorpe and Pauline Hanson vie to contribute to voice pamphlet

Representatives for opposing sides must collaborate on essays outlining their stands on Indigenous voice to parliament

The Guardian - AU · Jun 19, 2023

Court hears of 'hopeless' youth detention conditions

A 17-year-old boy with an extensive criminal record has been sentenced to an adult prison after engaging in riots in troubled youth detention facilities.

AAP · Jun 19, 2023

In a Voice campaign marked by confusing, competing claims, there's a better way to educate voters

With parliament now having passed the Voice to Parliament referendum bill, and with the campaign about to get underway in earnest, there is a critical need for more trusted information. As scholars of deliberative democracy, we suggest Australia borrow from the US state of Oregon a new way of informing…

The Conversation · Jun 19, 2023

Push to cut big money influence on federal elections

Improving transparency and reducing the influence of generous donors on federal elections will require significant reforms, a parliamentary committee says.

AAP · Jun 19, 2023

Afternoon Update: Labor furious after housing bill delayed; Leigh Sales nominated for Gold Logie; and snow hits the Alps

Greens and government descend into an angry war of words over housing policy

The Guardian - AU · Jun 19, 2023

Australia sets stage for landmark Indigenous rights referendum

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese urges a ‘yes’ vote in referendum on constitutional recognition for Aboriginal people.

Al Jazeera · Jun 19, 2023