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Finding a new way forward

David Crosbie, Tuesday, 25th October 2022 -  In many ways this budget was a full stop to the work of the previous Morrison government, a reorientation to the new federal government agenda and workplan, writes David Crosbie.

Federal funding for Voice, Aboriginal kids, prison diversion and Indigenous health

Isabelle Oderberg, Tuesday, 25th October 2022 -  Indigenous health, Aboriginal children and First Nations-led prison diversion programs are all set to receive more funding after budget nods.

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Time to abolish compulsory income management

John Paterson, Monday, 24th October 2022 -  The Aboriginal population in the Northern Territory has borne the brunt of government-mandated income management for too many years, writes Dr John Paterson.

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We can’t ignore the data on children any longer

Deb Tsorbaris, Monday, 24th October 2022 -  The onus is on the Albanese government to take the urgent action required to better protect our children, writes Deb Tsorbaris.

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Wellbeing budget could put a dent in youth homelessness

Jason Juretic, Monday, 24th October 2022 -  The federal government's budget offers an opportunity to improve the lives of young people in Australia.
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Increase to Australia’s Pacific aid

Danielle Kutchel, Monday, 24th October 2022 -  Sector welcomes federal government’s increase to aid funding in the Pacific.
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Australia’s first COVID-19 review calls on social sector to play bigger role

Ruby Kraner-Tucci, Thursday, 20th October 2022 -  The first independent investigation into Australia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic calls for an apolitical, trusted voice on public health.

Treaty framework complete

Contributor, Thursday, 20th October 2022 -  First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria and state government agree Treaty framework.

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Why Dylan Alcott is a breath of fresh advocacy

David Jack, Wednesday, 19th October 2022 -  Dylan Alcott is giving the industry a refreshing masterclass in balanced advocacy and thought leadership, writes David Jack. 
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NDIS review announced, but concerns remain

Danielle Kutchel, Wednesday, 19th October 2022 -  The government will conduct another review into the NDIS, fulfilling a key election promise.
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