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Closing The Gap
Reconciliation Week closes with reflection, connection and commitment on Larrakia Country
National Reconciliation Week concluded across the Northern Territory on Mabo Day...
Nicole Brown 5 Jun 2026
Carrying fire, not ashes: First Nations leader calls for new approach to legacy and leadership
A powerful call for First Nations women to protect their wellbeing while continu...
Nicole Brown 3 Jun 2026
'More than a classroom': Award-winning educator strengthens culture in Milikapiti
Elise Thornthwaite, 25, is reshaping what education looks like in the remote Tiw...
Nicole Brown 4 May 2026
Kimberley leaders gather in Broome to push for community-led solutions
Community leaders from all corners of the Kimberley converged on Broome this wee...
Natasha Clark 1 May 2026
Not just racism: Parliament must also investigate misuse of power by so-called 'allies'
The parliamentary inquiry into racism is welcome. But truth cannot stop at racis...
Jesse J. Fleay 10 Mar 2026
First Nations communities lead the way in Closing the Gap - Children’s Ground says independent review confirms their approach works

An independent federal government evaluation has confirmed Children's Ground is delivering measurable outcomes that support the objectives of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap, the organisatio...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Mar 9, 2026
The ingenuity most Australians never see

From the Torres Strait to Tassie, from Derby and Darwin to Denmark, from the Central Desert to Canberra, my work leading the National Indigenous Times Group has taken me to every corner of this countr...

Reece Harley Reece Harley Mar 6, 2026
Robby Mallard: Building business, changing lives

From a childhood on sand floors to partnering with mining giants, Wajarri-Nanda entrepreneur Robby Mallard is forging opportunities for his people while honouring those who came before him.

Reece Harley Reece Harley Mar 3, 2026
After the Flood: Healing and hope flow through Fitzroy’s fashion workshops

International model and proud Walmajarri, Gooniyandi, Wajarri and Yamatji woman Billie Jean Hamlet says she wishes the After the Flood Fashion Project existed when she was a girl growing up in Fitzroy...

Natasha Clark Natasha Clark Oct 17, 2025
Kimberley Aboriginal Women's Council calls for funds to lead family safety and economic reform

The Kimberley Aboriginal Women's Council has formally requested a $10 million federal investment over five years to support Aboriginal-led service reform and economic justice across northern Western A...

Natasha Clark Natasha Clark Oct 17, 2025
Flewnt wins National Indigenous Times Community Leadership Award for uplifting First Nations youth

Proud Noongar/Wongi man Joshua Eggington, AKA Flewnt, has won the 7News National Indigenous Times Community Leadership Award, being nominated as a finalist for his outstanding work across communities...

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Leanne Dolby Jun 27, 2025
Emma Garlett a National Indigenous Times Community Leadership awards finalist

Nyungar-Nyiyaparli-Yamatji lawyer, writer and Adjunct Professor Emma Garlett has been selected as a Finalist for the National Indigenous Times Indigenous Community Leadership Award – part of the...

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Leanne Dolby Jun 23, 2025
Proud Ngangumarta and Palyku woman Sophie Coffin is a National Indigenous Times Community Leadership Award finalist

Proud Ngangumarta and Palyku woman Sophie Coffin has been named as a finalist for the National Indigenous Times Community Leadership Award. With ties to Yindjibarndi Country, Ms Coffin works tirelessl...

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Leanne Dolby Jun 11, 2025
Noongar researcher Thomas Betts honoured as National Indigenous Times' Community Leadership finalist

Minang and Wudjari man Thomas Betts has been selected as one of four finalists for the National Indigenous Times Community Leadership Award, presented by 7NEWS Young Achiever Awards as a recognition o...

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Leanne Dolby Jun 10, 2025
Aboriginal Housing NT welcomes new chief executive

Aboriginal Housing NT new chief executive, Leeanne Caton, has taken the reins at the important community body. Ms Caton, who began in the role last week, is passionate about social justice and believe...

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Tiesha Hewitt Jan 15, 2025
Community mourns the passing of Mr T Wurramarrba AO, former chairman of the Anindilyakwa Land Council

Mr T Wurramarrba AO, former Chairman of the Anindilyakwa Land Council and a long-serving advocate for Aboriginal communities in the Northern Territory, has passed away.

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Jul 1, 2024
Tremane Baxter-Edwards wins National Indigenous Times Indigenous Community Leadership Award

Tremane Baxter-Edwards has won the National Indigenous Times Indigenous Community Leadership Award at the WA Young Achiever Awards night in Perth.

Rhiannon Clarke Rhiannon Clarke Jun 12, 2024
New Fitzroy Valley leadership model takes key step forward

The Council of Chairs, bringing together the heads of every Fitzroy Valley community, has held its second official meeting, putting the priorities of the Valley at the forefront.

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre May 28, 2024
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