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Aboriginal artwork in the Kimberley could be among oldest in the world, scientists say

Archaeologists and Aboriginal elders are hoping the most comprehensive study of rock art done in the Kimberley region will confirm the images are among the oldest made by humans anywhere in the world.

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Indigenous Noongar culture meets cutting edge architecture in new Edith Cowan University building

A landmark new building at Edith Cowan University's Joondalup campus celebrates the endangered Carnaby's Cockatoo and traditional Noongar knowledge in its design.

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Expanded Aboriginal advisory council to complete World Heritage cultural study

Tasmania's Aboriginal Heritage Council is being expanded to include a wider representation of community groups.

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Former Aboriginal land trust official Rosalie Lalara dismisses lawyer at court hearing

An official at the richest Aboriginal land trust in Australia appears in court unrepresented and is taken into custody for her part in the misappropriation of $34 million.

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Leah Purcell: FOXTEL Screenwriters Address

Leah Purcell: FOXTEL Screenwriters Address

Friday 14 February 2014

As a writer, director and actor Leah Purcell is a compelling storyteller in her delivery of the annual FOXTEL Screenwriters Address. She doesn’t back away from the confronting moments in her life and career; and presents an authentic and humorous story of optimism and resilience.

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NAIDOC Week 2015

NAIDOC Week

ABC Indigenous celebrates NAIDOC Week: 5 - 12 July 2015. We all stand on sacred ground. Learn; Respect and Celebrate.

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