NGAARDA NEWS 17 AUGUST 2023

Yindjibarndi on country for YAC court case. Image Credit: Ngaarda Media.

YAC ON COUNTRY HEARINGS CONCLUDE

On Country federal court hearings, in the historic legal battle, between the Yindjibarndi Aboriginal Corporation (or YAC) and Fortescue Metal Group will conclude today.

SACRED TREES VANDALISED

A birthing tree sacred to the Djab Wurrung people in Victoria was reported to have been vandalised this week.

CARNARVON CARRIAGE RESTRICTIONS TAKE EFFECT 

The Shire of Carnarvon rolled out carriage restrictions this week, effectively limiting the amount of alcohol a person can carry in a vehicle.

NITV AIMS TO COUNTER VOICE MISINFORMATION

The head of NITV’s referendum coverage says misinformation on the Voice to Parliament is a “huge issue” the broadcaster is working to combat.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ACTION PLAN

For the first time, the federal government has launched an action plan that specifically targets reducing domestic violence for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.