Artworks from school students who participated in an Indigenous arts education program in the New England will go on display at the Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place in Armidale […]
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Posted inFederal Politics, Indigenous
Referendum fails: New England votes No
The path forward for reconciliation is anything but clear after yesterday’s referendum failed, with 75% of New Englanders voting no.
Posted inIndigenous, NSW Politics
Local leader urges Yes vote in referendum
Liberal MP Aileen MacDonald has urged people to vote “Yes” this Saturday based on the disadvantage of the First Nations community she saw in her role as a community corrections officer.
Posted inArmidale, Federal Politics, Indigenous
Hundreds march for Yes in Armidale
Organisers say three hundred people marched in the streets of the Armidale CBD last Friday in support of the Voice to Parliament.
Posted inFederal Politics, Indigenous
“Nothing about us without us”: Anaiwan Elder Steve Widders on the Voice
Respected Anaiwan Elder Steve Widders says The Voice is about recognising that the Aboriginal people have been here for a long time, and we need to hear from them.
Posted inExplainers and backgrounders, Federal Politics, Indigenous
The Voice: Mythbusting some of the many claims
Understanding what this referendum is about is not so straightforward, with many myths, misconceptions, and a lot of misinformation. Let’s debunk some of them…
Posted inArmidale, Indigenous, Local politics
‘Monumental moment’ recognising the Anaiwan people at ARC
The Anaiwan people will soon be acknowledged in the city’s welcome signage following a unanimous motion at today’s Armidale Regional Council meeting
Posted inIndigenous, Tamworth, What's on
Understanding the Voice evening to be held at Tamworth Town Hall
Tamworth Town Hall will host an evening of community conversation surrounding the Voice to Parliament and the upcoming referendum on Monday 25 September.
Posted inArmidale, Indigenous
New song and dance classes celebrating Anaiwan culture in Armidale
The Nēwara Aboriginal Corporation want to say Dhanggana (Hello) and invite the local community to join with them in learning and celebrating Anaiwan language and dance.
Posted inGrants and funding, Health, Indigenous, Tamworth
New bus for TAMS brings better access for Elders, disabled
The Tamworth Aboriginal Medical Service – Aboriginal Corporation (TAMS) has taken delivery of a new bus fitted out with wheelchair access