Two young First Nations actresses, Lila McGuire and Eloise Hart, are among several Indigenous performers nominated for Logie Awards, celebrating their roles in ABC dramas like Goolagong and Mystery Road: Origin. The nominations highlight a strong representation of Indigenous talent across various categories.
Cheryl van Wageningen learned of her Peramangk and Ngarrindjeri heritage at 35 via a letter, leading her to connect with siblings and her culture. She now embraces her identity and expresses it through music.
Alice Springs community leaders are calling for improved child protection and housing services, warning that government efforts are insufficient to prevent tragedies like the alleged abduction and murder of Kumanjayi Little Baby. They demand greater accountability and better resource allocation for Indigenous welfare and town camps.
Community leaders in Alice Springs are urging NT and federal governments to improve child protection and housing services, warning that current efforts are insufficient to prevent tragedies like the alleged abduction and murder of Kumanjayi Little Baby.
Community leaders in Alice Springs are calling for improved child protection and government funding accountability following the alleged abduction and murder of Kumanjayi Little Baby. They argue current services are inadequate and fail to prevent similar tragedies.
India is in discussions with the UAE to sell its BrahMos supersonic cruise missile and Akashteer air defence network. The deal, if finalized, would make the UAE the fourth foreign customer for BrahMos. Talks are progressing rapidly as the UAE seeks to bolster its military capabilities.
PM Narendra Modi commissioned three indigenous naval vessels in Kolkata: INS Dunagiri, INS Agray, and INS Sanshodhak. He stressed self-reliance in maritime capabilities, stating India aims to be a creator and decider, not just a purchaser, highlighting the link between economic influence and naval power.
First Nations families in Australia are fighting proposed changes to child protection systems in Queensland and the Northern Territory that could erode protections designed to keep Aboriginal families together. Advocates argue these changes, including considering adoption, disregard the historical trauma of the Stolen Generations and the importance of cultural connection for Indigenous children.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioned three indigenously built naval ships - INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray - in Kolkata, marking a significant step towards India's maritime strength and self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
Bolivia's President Rodrigo Paz declared a 90-day state of emergency, deploying soldiers and bulldozers to clear anti-government roadblocks that have paralyzed the country for over six weeks. Protesters demand Paz abandon liberal economic reforms and step down, while some Indigenous groups vow to continue their fight.
The Indian Navy will commission three indigenously-built frontline platforms - frigate Dunagiri, survey vessel Sanshodhak, and ASW-SWC Agray - in Kolkata on Sunday. PM Narendra Modi will preside over the ceremony, highlighting India's growing naval capabilities.
India successfully tested its indigenous 120-mm vehicle-mounted mortar system, 'Garudastra', in Madhya Pradesh. Developed by Nibe Ltd, the system boasts high rate of fire, precision engagement using GPS/laser guidance, and rapid shoot-and-scoot capabilities.
The Indian Army has ordered 450 NAGASTRA-1R loitering munitions from SDAL. This move reflects the global trend of drones evolving into strategic weapons capable of deep strikes, economic disruption, and power projection, as seen in Ukraine's recent assaults on Russian oil infrastructure and Iran's long-range deployments.
India will commission three indigenously built warships – INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray – on June 21 in Kolkata. Presided over by PM Modi, these platforms aim to enhance the Navy's combat, surveillance, and anti-submarine capabilities, boosting blue-water operations and maritime security.
The Pertame Language Nest in Alice Springs is an immersion program for children aged 0-5, aiming to revive the Southern Arrernte language. The organization plans to establish an independent school by 2029 to continue the immersion model.
Eight Indigenous directors have been removed from Queensland cultural institutions, including QPAC, State Library, Museum, and QAGOMA, sparking allegations of "Project Invisibility" by the LNP government to sideline First Nations leaders from public boards. Some directors were sacked mid-term without reason, leading to concerns about silencing dissenting voices and a return to "white, anglicised" policies.
India's Navy faces a growing submarine threat from Pakistan and China. To counter this, the Navy urgently needs to expand its anti-submarine warfare (ASW) helicopter fleet, as current numbers are insufficient for its vast maritime responsibilities.
India is transforming its artillery with indigenous systems like ATAGS and Pinaka, moving towards long-range precision strikes and 'non-contact warfare'. This modernization, involving both public and private sectors, aims to establish India as a global firepower superpower.
Indian firm SMPP has partnered with European defense giant KNDS to locally manufacture loitering munitions. This collaboration brings advanced systems like Colibri, Larinae, Veloce, and Rodeur to India, enhancing its defense capabilities.
Pauline Hanson delivered a combative address at the National Press Club, attacking multiculturalism, climate change, and transgender rights. Journalist Margo Kingston discusses the significance of this speech as the potential start of Hanson's federal campaign.
The sacred Lal Lal Falls in Victoria, Australia, have reportedly run dry due to upstream dams owned by Chinese property owner Tianyu Wool. Indigenous groups and environmental advocates claim the dams, which have allegedly expanded significantly, are hoarding water, impacting the cultural significance of the falls and the local ecosystem. Water authorities are investigating, but locals report a lack of discretionary water releases.
Pauline Hanson addresses her new MP's comments on immigration and Indigenous flags. The Albanese government offers concessions on capital gains tax changes. Iran plans maritime fees in the Strait of Hormuz, Ukraine drones strike Moscow, and Lionel Messi's family requests "humanity" amid health reports.
A Canadian company, K2 Gold, has received approval for gold exploration at Conglomerate Mesa in California, sparking a conflict with Indigenous tribes and environmentalists who view the area as sacred and ecologically vital. The project, approved by the Bureau of Land Management, is seen by some as a new gold rush facilitated by relaxed regulations, while others highlight potential economic benefits for the small town of Lone Pine.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has spoken with new Farrer MP David Farley regarding his apparent divergence from party policy on immigration intake and the flying of Indigenous flags. Farley's past statements on immigration and his intention to fly multiple flags conflicted with One Nation's platform, leading Hanson to address the issues directly.
