A national focus on news, events & issues that affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Hear interviews and stories from the SBS NITV Radio program, part of SBS Audio.
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Including Aboriginal perspectives in early childhood curricula
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Both Indigenous and non-Indigenous educators attend Jessica Staines’ Koori Curriculum consultations to learn how to include First Nation’s culture into their curricula.
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Hoyts Group announces partnership with the Australian Film, Television & Radio School
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The collaboration focuses on supporting First Nations students in the film and broadcast sectors through the newly launched HOYTS Group First Nations Scholarship Program. This scholarship initiative is designed to create meaningful opportunities for emerging Indigenous talent in these industries.
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Listen to NITV Radio excerpts - on air program of Wednesday 18/09/2024
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The Australian Federal Police dismantle a global organized crime communications network set up to murder people and traffic drugs - Court Allows Indigenous voices in fight to protect Jabiluka from mining lease renewal - And, Hezbollah blames Israel as exploding pagers kill at least nine people and injure nearly 3000 in Lebanon...…
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These people can finally return to their homes thanks to solar energy
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After three years away, the Mumathumburru people can finally return to their homes thanks to the installation of a solar-powered, renewable energy source.
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Matthew Karakoulakis wins Leader of the Year Award at the Australian Law Awards 2024
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"Winning this award is something that goes beyond personal recognition. It highlights supporting First Nations communities through the legal framework in the work that I do, and the work we do at AMK Law." - Matthew Karakoulakis founder and CEO of AMK Law
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Listen to NITV Radio excerpts - on air program of Monday 16/09/2024
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Calls for national approach to support aging Stolen Generations in aged care - The F-B-I investigates what it is calling a second apparent attempted assassination of Donald Trump - And, a political fight over housing legislation has erupted...
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Cleone Wellington on Waminda’s 40 years: championing Aboriginal women's voices in health and leadership
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Waminda South Coast Women’s Health and Wellbeing Aboriginal Corporation is celebrating 40 years of Aboriginal Women in Leadership with the "Strong Women, Strong Community, Leading the Way" conference in Nowra, NSW. The conference will feature Waminda's leadership team, keynote speakers, and community leaders, reflecting on Waminda's journey, curren…
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Listen to NITV Radio excerpts - on air program of Wednesday 11/09/2024
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The Northern Territory Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro announces the full ministry, scraps Treaty Portfolio - Protesters clash with police in what could be Melbourne's largest protest in decades- And, the the US second presidential debate begins...
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Indigenous scholar Hmalan is on her way to study at Oxford
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Hmalan Hunter-Xenie is one of five First Nations scholars who were awarded this year's scholarship by Aurora Education Foundation. Hmalan talks to NITV Radio about her studies and her passion for her field of study
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Learning to read and write changes everything, says Jack Beetson
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From children's health to employment opportunities: literacy levels of Indigenous adults impact their lives on many levels
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Listen to NITV Radio excerpts - on air program of Wednesday 4/09/2024
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Selena Uibo becomes the first Indigenous woman in history to lead a major political party in Australia - Iran summons Australian ambassador over LGBTQI+ post - And, a Russian missile strike kills at least 51 people in Ukraine...
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Indigenous choreographer, dancer and performance maker, Vicky Van Hout talks about her professional journey and the workshop she is teaching in Sydney
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Wednesday September 4th is the Indigenous Literacy Day
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NITV Radio spoke to CEO of the founding organisation, ILF, about the celebrations as well as Indigenous kids’ literacy
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Indigenous leader Jayde Conway achieves leadership success.
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Jayde Conway, Curtin University’s Indigenous Cultural Capability Lead, is among ten women who recently completed the program Yorga Djenna Bidi program designed for Aboriginal women who aspire to influence, lead, and drive change.
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Listen to NITV Radio excerpts - on air program of Monday 2/09/2024
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Human Rights Commission, National Children's Rights commissioner add their voices on calls to investigate an Indigenous teenager's death in custody in WA - One woman has died as severe weather batters the country's southeastern regions - And, the U-N says the campaign to vaccinate Gaza's children against polio is underway...…
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April Phillips' film "kajoo yannaga" winner of the Uncle Jack Charles Award
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The XR film “kajoo yannaga” (come on let's walk together) by Wiradjuri-Scottish woman April Phillips is a groundbreaking cinematic and immersive two-channel projection that combines First Nations knowledges with cutting-edge technology. This gamified experience uses real-time motion tracking to guide participants on a virtual walk on Country.…
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Listen to NITV Radio excerpts - on air program of Wednesday 28/08/2024
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Indigenous experts gather in Darwin for landmark Land and Water Management Forum - The PM says Australia has secured support for the Pacific Policing Initiative - And, Sudan's War marks 500 Days of Conflict that’s prompted the world's largest food crisis..
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Global gathering exploring child development and well-being in First Nations communities meets in Mpartwe.
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Batchelor Institute of indigenous Tertiary Education has just hosted (August 18-August 25) at its Desert Precinct Campus in Mpartwe (Alice Springs) a weeklong gathering of around 100 First Nations people from partner organisations in New Zealand, Canada, the United States and Australia to share the successes and challenges of the SPIRIT project as …
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"Victorian Government's backflip on age of criminal responsibility: a betrayal of First Nations communities - Kasey Teerman"
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“We call on the Labor government to honour its commitment to raising the age of criminal responsibility to 14 years old, in line with the key recommendation from the landmark Youth Justice Review and Strategy.” - Kacey Teerman, Amnesty International Indigenous Rights Campaigner and Gomeroi woman.
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Listen to NITV Radio excerpts - on air program of Monday 26/08/2024
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Torres Strait Islander Leaders demand independent inquiry following alarming findings on preventable deaths in remote hospitals - Parramatta gets a brand-new state of the art police station - And, the number of Palestinians killed since the 7th of October rises to over 40,400...
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A celebration of culture and science: that was Indigenous Science Experience in Redfern
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Visitors of the free community event got to taste bush food, smell native plants and herbs, make various sounds or touch and explore traditional tools
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Dancing with Bangarra is a career-shaping opportunity - and the entries are now open
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As auditions for the famous dance troupe open, recent graduate, Donta Whitham, shares his experience
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Crossroads: Reflections a film about hope, cultural identity and impactful change
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Crossroads documentary follows a group of Indigenous Youth, who were learning the craft of storytelling, creating impactful change, and building a positive future for their communities
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Listen to NITV Radio excerpts - on air program of Wednesday 21/08/2024
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Ancient Indigenous practice credited with boosting Australia's performance at the Paris Olympics - Politicians to face penalties for bad behavior, under new laws introduced to parliament - And, Australia's biggest-ever solar farm granted environmental approval...
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Indigenous Business Australia on track to deliver financial inclusion and economic empowerment
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"The strategy is a roadmap for growth and empowerment, but it’s the performance to date that demonstrates our commitment to deliver on that goal – a collective dedication to drive meaningful change for the economic aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.” – Eddie Fry IBA Chairperson…
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Listen to NITV Radio excerpts - on air program of Monday19/08/2024
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Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation outraged By governments backflip on raising the age of criminal responsibility - Independent M-P Kylea Tink to introduce a bill to limit the time asylum seekers can spend in immigration detention - And, ministerial powers to place a division of the C-F-M-E-U into administration could be …
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Indigenous Science Experience: a celebration of Indigenous and Western science
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From Indigenous astronomy, bush medicine or dance and story telling: Indigenous Science Experience in Redfern has it all
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Murujuga Custodians welcome West Intercourse Island transfer in the Pilbara region to Traditional Owners
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Murujuga Aboriginal Corporation (MAC) members, comprising more than 1,200 Traditional Owners and Custodians for Murujuga welcome the transfer of West Intercourse Island from future industry use to now be part of the island reserve network jointly managed by MAC.
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Cost of living crisis drives an increase in child poverty in Australia
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“Having decent housing is fundamental to a child’s development and overall wellbeing. And I think we are well short of that within Aboriginal communities”. - Valuing Children Initiative (VCI) founder AdJ/Prof. Tony Pietropiccolo AM
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NATSIAA finalist, Dean Greeno, shares Pakana perspectives through art.
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“My art practice enters on being sculptural, but I draw heavily on my Pakana culture, where I grew up on Flinders Island surrounded by my parents who were both artists” – Dean Greeno
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Listen to NITV Radio excerpts - on air program of Wednesday 14/08/2024
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New data shows over-representation of Indigenous youth in NSW courts amid renewed calls to raise age of criminal responsibility - Cheers for Australia's Olympians as they return home from Paris - And in the AFL, Melbourne’s Alex Neal-Bullen requests to trade to South Australian club...
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Listen to NITV Radio excerpts - on air program of Monday 12/08/2024
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A pilot dead after a helicopter crashes into the roof of a hotel in Queensland - Indigenous knowledge priority announced for the new national science framework - And, early voting begins ahead of the Northern Territory election next week...
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Power to Country spearheads Innovative First Nations renewable energy system in remote community
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A solar powered energy system has been installed in Mumuthumburru (West Island) in remote Northern Territory enabling residents to return to Country supported by a 100% renewable energy system and the restoration of critical water and communication services.
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Dhuluny: Commemorating 200 Years Since the Declaration of Martial Law
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Bathurst will host a series of events to commemorate the 200-year anniversary of the declaration of Martial Law in 1824. The week-long schedule features a diverse lineup of cultural and educational activities, centered around a Corroboree on August 14, the day the declaration was made and a week of remembrance, education, and cultural celebration.…
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Ranky Law is a Video Producer for SBS Chinese and recently attended the 2024 Garma Festival held in remote northeast Arnhem Land.
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First Nations Economic Forum to investigate Identity fraud, celebrate Indigenous entrepreneurship
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Convened by Barayamal, the First Nations Economic Forum will be held on August 9 coinciding with the International Day of the World’s Indigenous peoples. The forum will bring together thought leaders, policymakers and community members from Australia, Canada, and US to investigate the critical issue of identity fraud and celebrate Indigenous entrep…
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Listen to NITV Radio excerpts - on air program of Wednesday 07/08/2024
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Northern Territory Police Commissioner resigns from NT’s police union following apology to Indigenous people - Foreign Minister Penny Wong says a ceasefire in the Middle East has never been more urgent - And, a five day tour of key battleground states for Kamala Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz...…
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Listen to NITV Radio excerpts - on air program Monday 05/08/2024
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