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Traditional Owners blame Rio Tinto groundwater pumping for drying sacred Pilbara waterhole
Yarrala, a waterhole in Western Australia's West Pilbara where Robe River Kuruma...
Natasha Clark 7 May 2026
Bringing sovereign capability back to First Nations people
Last month, ABC journalist Patricia Karvales reported that "Sovereignty means no...
Bec Blurton 28 Apr 2026
EXCLUSIVE: Traditional Owners say Kimberley Mineral Sands project failed to deliver promised jobs
Trust between Joombarn-Buru Traditional Owners and the China-backed mining compa...
Natasha Clark 11 Mar 2026
Holding equity in clean energy: New guide for First Nations examines risks and opportunities
The First Nations Clean Energy Network has released a new guide designed to supp...
Giovanni Torre 24 Feb 2026
Exclusive: Noongar Settlement claimants meet ORIC over rule books
Indigenous corporation watchdog ORIC has met with the seven organisations and cl...
David Prestipino 15 Jan 2026
Yinhawangka People strike agreement with Rio as first step towards co-management of Country

The Yinhawangka People have taken a step towards greater control over activities on their lands after signing an interim modernised agreement (IMA) with Rio Tinto.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Dec 14, 2025
Nyiyaparli people update Native Title agreement with Rio Tinto

The registered Native Title organisation for Nyiyaparli people has formalised a renewed partnership with Rio Tinto through an updated Native Title agreement.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Dec 2, 2025
Federal heritage changes could quell clashes over Country

A framework to verify connection to Country for cultural heritage claims could be introduced as part of an overhaul of Commonwealth protection laws.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Nov 11, 2025
The elephant not in the room: no mention of Indigenous business or Native Title in Treasurer’s statement after economic roundtable

After a three-day national economic roundtable hosted in Canberra, Treasurer Jim Chalmers spoke on a range of issues raised at the event, but made no mention of Indigenous people, business or jobs, la...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Aug 21, 2025
After Garma’s promises, why are Traditional Owners missing from Chalmers’ economic roundtable?

At Garma, the Prime Minister said policy would be made with First Nations people, not for them. He spoke about partnership and shared decision-making.

Reece Harley Reece Harley Aug 19, 2025
OPINION: Economic partnership or political theatre? Government’s Garma plan questioned amid worsening outcomes

As Garma Festival continues in northeast Arnhem Land, it is once again the stage for big promises about the future of First Nations people in this country.

Reece Harley Reece Harley Aug 2, 2025
The Albanese government has a mandate – we need to see less talk and more action

When it comes to Indigenous economic empowerment, we need less talk and more action."Everyone has the policies and the principles. But it's all about the implementation," says Wayne Bergmann, a promin...

WA government announces overdue review of Native Title, cultural heritage processes

Consultation over Native Title and Aboriginal cultural heritage protection will be reviewed in Western Australia, two years after an embarrassing backflip on a failed attempt to modernise the system.

David Prestipino David Prestipino May 30, 2025
Traditional Owners join international Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance

The National Native Title Council has announced its support for the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance in "advancing its global vision to protect people and the environment directly affected...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre May 14, 2025
Rangelea appeal spotlights growing governance concerns over Native Title royalties

Questions over governance of Native Title royalties remain as an appeal was launched against access to financial records of a major Traditional Owner organisation in South Australia.

David Prestipino David Prestipino May 3, 2025
Native Title group wins landmark case to uncover missing millions in royalties

Members of the Adnyamathanha Traditional Lands Association locked in a lengthy legal battle over records relating to uranium mining royalties have been granted access to financial records.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Mar 28, 2025
Can native title drive self-determination for Indigenous communities?

With the failure of the Indigenous Voice Referendum, native title corporations have emerged as one of the more tangible and legally embedded pathways for Indigenous self-determination, according to a...

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Brendan Foster Feb 12, 2025
Indigenous members sought to secure future of northern Australia

The federal government is on the hunt for prominent First Nations business leaders to help shape policy and investment in northern Australia and secure the country's future economy.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Jan 29, 2025
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