Aboriginal Way Issue 57, Winter 2014 A publication of South Australian Native Title Services

Simpson Desert

Native title recognition set for two of the oldest claims in SA Two of the oldest native title claims “Our native title claim is one of the Kokatha country that is being recognised, Andamooka Station, to the west of in ’s northern longest claim’s that’s been on record in this is important to us,” said Ms Thomas. , holds special meaning regions are set to be determined South Australia, and we have been able Prior to the Consent Determination, to Kokatha people. later this year. to secure one of the largest settlements. negotiations with the State Government Mr Starkey said “Where the Consent The Kokatha claim will be determined by There’s a whole raft of emotions and and BHP Billiton for agreements dealing Determination will be held is of great Chief Justice Allsop on 1 September at there are really no words to describe how with tenure issues and compensation for Andamooka Station. we feel at this point,” Mr Starkey said. the native title claimants will be finalised. cultural significance to Kokatha people. Many people were born there and grew Although updated and re-lodged with the Joyleen Thomas, co-applicant also Osker Linde, the group’s solicitor said the up on the station and surrounding areas, Federal Court in 2012, the claim dates reflected on the journey and importance negotiations are significant because of the and some of our people are buried there. back to 1996. of the recognition of country. vested interest in some of the claim area. That is why we have a strong affiliation “It covers most of the country between Andrew Starkey, Chair of Kokatha Mula “It’s been a long 18 years for us fighting to the place.” Aboriginal Corporation said it’s been a to get our native title rights recognised, the Lake Gairdner salt lake and Lake long struggle for Kokatha but the fight and we have learnt many lessons along Torrens, the claim area includes Roxby The consent determination covers over Downs and Olympic Dam and this has has been for the recognition and identity the way”. 33, 807 sq km of land and will recognise meant complex land use negotiations of their people the non-exclusive native title rights of This determination “is about getting with BHP and the State”. “Kokatha’s aspirations for recognition recognition for our grandparents, our the Kokatha people to hunt, fish, camp, Mr Linde said “after years of conflict and of land started long before native title. ancestors, and also for our children gather and undertake cultural activities, dispute resolution, finalising the claim has It happened many decades earlier when and grandchildren. It is important for such as ceremonies and meetings, and by no means been easy. our Elders took notice of what was our children to have a place in the world, protect places of cultural significance happening in the Northern Territory, to have identity and belonging, and to It is great to finally be at the end of this on country. especially at Wave Hill and have continued feel connected to the country of their process and to see Kokatha achieve their to fight for recognition of our country.” ancestors. Although it is only a portion of native title”. continued on page 3

Inside: Federal cuts to South Australia’s regional and remote Aboriginal communities and homelands 2

NAIDOC – a time for action 8 Days may be numbered Deloitte review of for Charities and Not- the roles and for-profits Commission functions of native

The abolishment of The Australian replace the role of the ACNC. The review Charities and Not-for-profits agrees with the Minister’s proposal. title organisations Commission (ACNC) has been The National Native Title Council (NNTC) The first review of the roles and to funding. The review recommends recommended in a review by the functions of native title organisations limited additional funding be provided to made a submission to the review Senate Economics Legislation was recently published by Deloitte. RNTBCs for capacity to move forward committee, which was firmly against Committee (SELC). after a native title is determined. the removal of the ACNC. The Deloitte Review looked into the A Bill aimed to end the ACNC was roles and functions of native title The review’s other major findings include: The NNTC stated it is concerned put forward to the Senate in late representative bodies (NTRBs) and • NTRBs/NTSPs will continue to play with the lack of information about the native title service providers (NTSPs), March this year. After inquiry by The a large role in the native title system suggested National Centre of Excellence in particular how these organisations Senate Committee, it agreed the Bill • RNTBCs are struggling in their ability support native title holders and their should be passed. and support provided by the ACNC to meet their responsibilities due to a Registered Native Title Bodies Corporate needs to carry on as is. gap between capacity and aspirations One of the objectives of the ACNC (RNTBCs) in managing native title. and is impacting the success of is to remove unnecessary regulatory “It is essential for Indigenous The review also looked at the native title managing native title land obligations on Australian not-for-profit corporations to continue to receive system as a whole, and roles of NTRBs/ • To function effectively RNTBCs need: organisations including Native Title tailored education, training and NTSPs in closing the gap. 1. Initial support to help them Representative Bodies (NTRBs), assistance that respond to the particular The review found than the native title determine how they would like Native Title Service Providers (NTSPs) needs of Indigenous groups”, said system ‘is moving in a positive direction’, to use their native title and Registered Native Title Body Brian Wyatt, CEO of NNTC. however, more clarity is needed now that 2. A base level of support to meet Corporates (RNTBs). The information regarding the proposed we are moving into a post-determination their obligations under the Act. environment. For the system to properly The Commission is an advocate and National Centre of Excellence will be • Long-term responsibility should be function native title holders need to be provider of education, training and provided in the Australian Charities and promoted through limiting ongoing development opportunities. in a position to make informed decisions Not-for-profits Commission (Repeal) government support about how they move forward and The Hon. Kevin Andrews, Minister for (No. 2) Bill, which is yet to be introduced ‘enjoy fully’ their native title rights and To read the report and the entire Social Services, plans to establish a into parliament. To read the review visit interests. It was found that RNTBCs are list of findings visit National Centre for Excellence to aph.gov.au usually not in a position to assist due deloitteaccesseconomics.com.au Federal cuts to South Australia’s regional and remote Aboriginal communities and homelands

The federal Liberal government The Funding of around 10 million is used use to access these communities in some communities heavily relying upon it has confirmed annual funding for for the running of basic services, such medical emergencies. to run basic services. as infrastructure maintenance, power, municipal and essential services Hon. Ian Hunter, Minister for Aboriginal water, food services, rubbish collection This is expected to impact more than Affairs said “the State Government (MES) for South Australia’s regional and community governance. 4000 Aboriginal residents in more than plans to fight the Federal government and remote Aboriginal communities 700 homes across the state. The Commonwealth subsidy also on this cut as the State government is will no longer be provided after provides maintenance of landing strips The Commonwealth government has not in a position to make up the money June next year. that the Royal Flying Doctor Service provided this funding for fifty years, with that is being cut”. Kardi Munaintya (Emu Dreaming) tram wrap

The Kardi Munaintya (Emu The design recognises and celebrates the In the spirit of reconciliation, the The kardi design celebrates the living Dreaming) tram is a living work diversity of Aboriginal cultures in South arrangement of concentric circles culture of the Kaurna people. Kardi Australia by acknowledging all thirty-nine symbolise the diversity of the tram footprints are shown symbolically of art symbolising the importance major Aboriginal Nations/Language Groups stop/meeting places along the Glenelg meandering across the Kaurna/Adelaide of Aboriginal art and culture in whose country is either fully or partly to Adelaide Entertainment Centre landscape. The kardi is a significant a contemporary setting. located within the state of South Australia. tramline. totem animal for the Kaurna people.

2 Aboriginal Way, Winter 2014 Native title recognition set for two of the oldest claims in SA continued from page 1 that as traditional owners our connection sites, it will allow us to negotiate for the “It’s great that it’s finally come to to country is finally being recognised.” security and protection of our country fruition. I regret that it has taken so A consent determination for the with miners, pastoralists and land long but now that it’s here it is a great Wangkangurru/Yarluyandi native title Ms Barr said native title will help managers and that is the most important outcome, and there is no doubt by the claim is set to follow on 3 October in shape the future of the Wangkangurru Court that they are the true people of Birdsville at Jardines waterhole. Yarluyandi community. thing of all, “ he said. the Simpson Desert.” The claim covers approximately “For the children, it will play a big part Mr Rowlands said the Wangkangurru Mr Kenny said that although the claim Yarluyandi community is “keen and 80,000 kilometres of land in Queensland in their lives to come, it is about being had to comply with the South Australian happy to be receiving native title.” and South Australia, including three recognised for who they are and where and Queensland requirements, the Simpson Desert Parks and the iconic they come from and where they fit in. “For a long time people didn’t really claim was strong enough to meet the Birdsville Track. It helps to tell their story, and for me want to share the knowledge and pass requirements of both States. this is the most important thing about It is one of the oldest claims, dating back information on, but over time we realised native title, not compensation but the “The claim over the country is strong to 1997 and is the first multi-State claim it is important to spread our knowledge connection to our country and where and well documented over many decades. to be settled in South Australia. and stories to others and to show our we fit in,” she said. Therefore, it is no surprise to me that they connection to our country. The country Wangkangurru Yarluyandi Elder, Jean have been successful in achieving native Wangkangurru elder, Don Rowlands, Barr said she was there when the native holds many stories and is important for title, given the strength of their claim. said the journey has been long but he many people, and our native title will title claim was filed, with her mother, It’s going to be a great party up in never gave up. demonstrate to the wider community, Linda Crombie, leading the way. Birdsville,” he said. “It’s been a hard 20 year slog, but I never that we have a strong connection to the “I was there for the beginning with my Justice John Mansfield of the Federal took my eye off the prize. land,” said Mr Rowlands. mum; she was the one fighting for native Court will make the determination title, along with others. I wish she was It wasn’t easy and it still isn’t easy Stephen Kenny, the group’s lawyer said recognising the Wangkangurru Yarluyandi here to see us receive our native title, but native title will give us the right to the Wangkangurru Yarluyandi people have peoples non-exclusive native title rights because she would be so proud, proud negotiate and to protect our sacred demonstrated strong ties to their land. and interest over their traditional lands. Adelaide Crows stand together to Recognise

The Adelaide Football Club joined Tanya Hosch, Recognise spokesperson, the people’s movement to said it was a fantastic initiative by Andrew RECOGNISE Aboriginal and Torres McLeod and the Adelaide Football Club Strait Islander peoples in our to give their leadership to the Recognise country’s Constitution. movement – and to the nation.

Led by club legend Andrew McLeod, the “We need this leadership from every team proudly donned the distinctive “R” major Australian institution and from t-shirts and pledged their support for the millions of us as individuals to achieve Recognise cause as the nation prepares success at this referendum,” she said. for a coming referendum. Over 200 thousand Australians are now The support for Recognise coincides part of the movement to recognise the with the AFC/McLeod Indigenous first Australians in our Constitution and programs’ first camp for the year. remove discrimination from it. Thirty young talented footballers from People can show their support by signing across South Australia were on-hand today for the significant moment and then up at www.recognise.org.au joined current Adelaide Crows players on AFC/McLeod Indigenous Football Park for a quick kick. Above: Crows Recognise programs background This week’s camp is part of the Aboriginal “And it still has parts that allow race talents have been recognised at the The AFC, in partnership with Andrew Youth Leadership and Governance discrimination, which don’t reflect our highest sporting levels. And yet, these McLeod and wife Rachael, has developed Program – one of three Indigenous ‘best and fairest’ ideals as a country. So same great Australians are still not three, key Indigenous programs to allow programs Andrew and wife Rachael we’ve all got a responsibility to fix that.” recognised in our founding document,” McLeod run in association with the Trigg said. Indigenous youth access to similar “I encourage everyone to support Adelaide Football Club. opportunities that Crows great McLeod Recognise – by declaring your support “It’s time to put that right.” Rachael experienced during his career. Andrew McLeod has briefed the for recognition, you have already taken McLeod, who delivers the club’s entire Football Club on the Recognise The programs use sport and mentoring Australia a step closer to that goal.” Indigenous programs with husband to engage and educate Aboriginals movement and today said it was a natural Andrew, said supporting Recognise was fit with the Club’s passionate focus on youths, providing them with the Steven Trigg, Adelaide Crows CEO, said another way of demonstrating the club’s working with Indigenous communities experience, skills and knowledge required the club was proud to lend its support to strong commitment in this field. especially young people. the historic movement to acknowledge to seek independence, self-determination “I think this is going to be a proud and and the individual capacity to achieve “When you are a well-known footy the first part of Australia’s story. defining moment for our generation of player, recognition happens to you a lot,” their goals. RECOGNISE is the movement to Australians when we formally recognise McLeod said. The Andrew McLeod Challenge, recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait the longer history of our own country,” Aboriginal Youth Leadership and “But our country’s Constitution hasn’t Islander peoples in our Constitution. she said. yet recognised the 40,000-plus years Governance Program, and the Future of Australia’s history and the people RECOGNISE is part of Reconciliation The Crows stance today builds on strong Leaders Program are unique in that who forged that impressive part of our Australia. “The AFL has had many support for Recognise from the AFL’s they focus on continued mentoring of shared story.” Indigenous AFL greats whose on-field Indigenous All-Stars team last October. participants from across South Australia.

Aboriginal Way, Winter 2014 3 First Peoples must have the final say on Constitutional Recognition The National Congress of Australia’s to all the recommendations in the prohibition on racial discrimination be clear and consistent around the likely First Peoples (Congress) responds original report from the Expert Panel via a new Section 116A to a specific timing of a Referendum,” Ms Parker said. to the Interim Report of the Joint on Constitutional Recognition of prohibition in respect to Aboriginal and “In 2013, Congress members were Select Committee on Constitutional Indigenous Peoples . In particular, Torres Strait Islander Peoples only. Recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Congress welcomes the Committee’s surveyed on their attitudes to Strait Islander Peoples with the confirmation that racial discrimination The Committee does not support the Constitutional Recognition and expressed following key points: must be removed from the Constitution, recommendation for a new Section overwhelming support for each of the while at the same time affirming 127A, recognising languages, but Expert Panel’s proposed changes, • The National Congress of Australia’s the Commonwealth should maintain favours incorporation into a replacement especially those around recognition of First Peoples (Congress) has given responsibility for the security and to Section 51(xxvi). It also reported Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander qualified support to the Interim Report wellbeing of the First Peoples of that it had yet to hear direct evidence culture and heritage (94%) and ruling of the Joint Select Committee. Australia,” said Congress Co-Chair of community views recognising out of discrimination by Governments • In particular, Congress welcomes the Kirstie Parker. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander on the basis of race (90%). Committee’s confirmation that racial people in an introductory statement Congress agrees with the proposition to “While the principle of non-discrimination discrimination must be removed from repeal Section 25, which acknowledges to the Constitution. the Constitution, while at the same is important, Congress members States had the power to ban people of time affirming the Commonwealth signalled clear support for prohibition a particular race from voting, and the should maintain responsibility for the In particular, of discrimination.” proposition to repeal of Section 51(xxvi), security and wellbeing of the First which empowers the Commonwealth to Congress welcomes There was also strong support from Peoples of Australia. make laws based upon race. the Committee’s Congress members for respect for and • Congress agrees with the proposition protection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait However, Congress is cautious about to repeal Section 25, which confirmation that racial Islander languages (88%); scrapping of the options provided by the Committee acknowledges States had the power States’ powers to ban voters based on to prevent racially discriminatory laws. discrimination must to ban people of a particular race race (87%); preservation of the right to Congress will examine that part of the from voting, and the proposition to be removed from the make laws for the benefit of our people report very closely to ensure that the repeal of Section 51(xxvi), which options provided are legally sound and Constitution, while at must be preserved (83%); and removal empowers the Commonwealth to will work. the same time affirming of the ability for laws to be made on the make laws based upon race. basis of race (82%). Congress supports the Committee’s • However, Congress is cautious the Commonwealth findings that the Commonwealth Ms Parker and Mr Malezer noted that the about the options provided by must maintain a head of power in should maintain Committee is inviting such evidence at its the Committee to prevent racially the Constitution to make laws that upcoming public hearings and in the form discriminatory laws. We will examine responsibility for the benefit Aboriginal and Torres Strait of written submissions before it compiles that part of the report very closely to Islander Peoples. security and wellbeing its final report. The final report is due to ensure that the options provided are be completed by the end of June 2015. legally sound and will work. Co-Chair Les Malezer noted the Interim of the First Peoples Report was largely in step with the 2012 When the final report is tabled Congress • Congress supports the Committee’s of Australia recommendations of the Expert Panel. findings that the Commonwealth intends, as a matter of duty, to again must maintain a head of power in the “We welcome the consistency between “Congress encourages our Peoples and consult with the First Peoples to assess Constitution to make laws that benefit these two reports and encourage the non- to engage the views and level of support for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Committee to continue with its positive with the Committee as it continues its final proposal for a Referendum on Peoples. attitude,” Mr Malezer said. inquiry, and the Australian Government to Constitutional Recognition.

• When the final report is tabled “We understand the Committee will now Congress intends, as a matter of visit communities across Australia and duty, to again consult with the First we welcome that effort. However, these National Indigenous Peoples to assess the views and scheduled visits by the Committee do not level of support for the final proposal signal final consent from our populations for a Referendum on Constitutional on the Referendum, and we have to wait Human Rights Awards Recognition. to see if the final report of the Committee provides positive reforms in the opinion For in-depth anaylsis, please read the of our Peoples.” to be held annually following. According to the Interim Report, The first National Indigenous Human Achievements in Social Justice, The National Congress of Australia’s First the Committee confirms that, to be Rights Awards were held this year, awarded to Arthur and Leila Murray; Peoples (Congress) has given qualified successful, the proposed Referendum to recognise Aboriginal and Torres and support to the Interim Report of the must recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have • The Anthony Mundine Award for Joint Select Committee on Constitutional Strait Islander Peoples as the First contributed to the advancement Courage, awarded to Gamilaroy. Recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Peoples of Australia; preserve the of human rights. Strait Islander Peoples. However, Commonwealth’s power to make laws National Indigenous Times Journalist Congress emphasises that reform of The presentation and celebration with respect to Aboriginal and Torres Gerry Georgatos attended the event, the Constitution must ultimately receive dinner at NSW Parliament House Strait Islander Peoples; and in making and said the awards were not only endorsement from Aboriginal and Torres was opened with an address by the laws under such a power, prevent the powerful, but also an incentive. Strait Islander Peoples before going to Hon Linda Burney, MP Shadow Minister Commonwealth from discriminating Referendum. for Aboriginal Affairs, and included key “I think it’s a huge incentive, and it is against Aboriginal and Torres Strait note speakers Dr Yalmay Yunupingu, also huge education for the rest of The Committee is tasked with inquiring Islander Peoples. Gail Mabo, and Anthony Mundine. Australia to recognise the most powerful into and reporting on ways to progress The Committee canvassed five options towards a successful Referendum. The The three award categories and 2014 and ongoing rights struggle in this nation, to replace Section 51(xxvi); four of these Committee tabled its Interim Report in recipients were: and the champions of those who have options prohibit the making of laws that the House of Representatives on Tuesday made a way forward in campaigning ‘discriminate adversely’ against Aboriginal • Dr Yunupingu Award for Human and in the Senate yesterday. for rights,” he said. and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. These Rights, awarded to Arrernte Elder “Congress notes the Committee’s options effectively narrow the Expert Rosalie Kunoth-Monks; The awards will continue as an Interim Report gives close consideration Panel’s recommendation for a general • The Eddie Mabo Award for annual event.

4 Aboriginal Way, Winter 2014 National Indigenous Reconciliation Plaza Youth Parliament Week launched on the day The leadership program for young This year participants met with a number Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander of Australia’s leaders and members of of healing people was held from 28 May to parliament, including, the Governor- 3 June in Canberra this year. It General, Senator the Hon Nigel Scullion, provided 50 participants with the and the Hon Bill Shorten MP. Participants learnt how government works, how laws opportunity to talk about issues are made, and public speaking. affecting their communities. The program was also a great The program aims to promote opportunity for participants to build Indigenous voting participation and networks and gain an understanding help close the gap. on matters that affect them.

The six South Australian Representatives For more information on the program, for 2015 were April Barry, Audrey or to apply for the 2015 National Inkamala, Fredrike Owens, Arrin Indigenous Youth Parliament Week, visit: Hazelbane, and Laura Hardbottle. www.aec.gov.au/Indigenous.

From top: Reconciliation Plaza; Lord Mayor Stephen Yarwood; Yvonne Agius, John Browne, Lord Mayor Stephen Yarwood and crowd at Reconciliation Plaza launch

The roadway between the northern at how they support the Kaurna people and southern ends of Victoria – not just with National Reconciliation Square/Tarntanyangga was official Week, but everything they do to renamed Reconciliation Plaza on recognise the Adelaide plains people this year’s Sorry Day. through the City,” said Ms Agius. Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga, is traditionally acknowledged as the central Councillor David Plumridge suggested camp and meeting place of the Kaurna renaming the roadway to Reconciliation people and holds high cultural, spiritual Plaza as a motion without notice during and physical significance to the a Council meeting because he recognised traditional owners and custodians of the significance of the place. the Adelaide Plains. “It’s still a significant and important It has been a popular meeting place for many people since European settlement. place – it’s the venue of National Sorry Day celebrations as well as many other Reconciliation Committee dual-chairs political and community-based Aboriginal Lord Mayor Stephen Yarwood and Elder Yvonne Agius, along with John Browne, and Torres Strait Island events including chair of the Journey for Healing officially National Sorry Day, the Spirit Festival and opened the plaza. the starting point for the annual NAIDOC

Mr Yarwood said “Council has a long march,” said Mr Plumridge. standing commitment to Reconciliation Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga, in and this marks a significant step on 1971 was the first place in Australia to that journey”. fly the Aboriginal flag, which has flown Respected Elder, Yvonne Agius said permanently alongside the Australian flag Adelaide City Council has raised the in the centre of the Square since 1992. profile of reconciliation throughout the City. The first National Sorry Day was held “I’ve been working with the Council for in 1998 and is now also known as The Above: Program participants at Parliament House, Canberra some time, and I’ve been so amazed National Day of Healing.

Aboriginal Way, Winter 2014 5 Another successful art comp hosted by Northern Medicare Local

Above: Students with Governor Kevin Scarce Above: Paige Zupanic with Governor Kevin Scarce Above: Kathryn Harris with Governor Kevin Scarce

As part of Reconciliation Week, “Today the focus is on young people Northern Adelaide Medicare because their vision for reconciliation is Local (NAML) hosted a Youth what is important for all of us. They show Art competition at their Peachey us what is possible; they show us the Road offices. promise of what we can be.”

Kathryn Harris won first prize of the South Australian Governor Rear Admiral ‘Aboriginal Youth Representation of what Kevin Scarce was a guest at the event reconciliation means to me’ category with and spoke about the importance of her piece, ‘Symbolism of reconciliation’, celebrating reconciliation. and Paige Zupanic was the winner of the “Events like this are very important for non-Aboriginal category of the same reconciliation. The use of art, which is name with her piece, ‘Amity’. very powerful, can help us think about Other winners were Natasha Evans and practical ways to approach reconciliation, Danielha Crosby, placing second and to reflect and celebrate our journey third respectively in the Aboriginal youth so far.” category, and Jalia Vittard-Herring and Ms Zupanic said that reconciliation to her Above: Kathryn Harris and Paige Zupanic Stephanie Lai, second and third in the meant peace, harmony and friendship. drawing featured three influential to correct the legacy of past injustice”. non-Aboriginal youth category. That is why she drew a Ying and Yang figures, Eddie Mabo, Faith Bandler and Ms Harris said “the quote, coupled with image with two people representing NAML health integration manager Vincent Lingiary. earthen colours and shaking hands (the black and white, “to show we can live Sageran Naidoo said art is a good universal symbol for reconciliation) shows in harmony and unity,” she said. way for the community to learn about Ms Harris included a quote from Nelson what reconciliation means to me”. reconciliation and for young people to Ms Harris said reconciliation is about Mandela which she discovered whilst Ms Harris has entered 7 art competitions express their feelings and thoughts on recognising the rights of everyone and researching for her work. Mandela said so far and is thinking about doing art the subject. treating them equal. Her charcoal “reconciliation means working together at University. Memorial and Healing Garden for Stolen Generation in Northern Adelaide commended A memorial and healing garden for City of Playford Mayor Glenn Docherty “This garden represents the was erected attended the launch and congratulated successful reconciliation, and fulfils in northern Adelaide just before this the efforts of those involved. recommendations of the Bringing . A lot of those year’s Reconciliation Week. “The City of Playford is very proud to be Them Home Report a part of such an important event and recommendations are founded on the Christine Jacques-Doolan, from the I congratulate everyone involved who principles of restitution, respect and Stolen Generations Alliance, said it was helped make this happen” recognition, and this is what is reflected important to have a place for people to here today, and I would really like to go with their families that is enjoyable Dawn Trevorrow, Ngarrindjeri Elder and congratulate Christina and the Playford Above: Christine Jaques-Doolan; City of Playford not distressing. Stolen Generation Survivor, came from Council for taking this journey together.” Mayor, Glenn Docherty; Chrissy Evans Tailem Bend on the day of the launch. “It’s a really hard thing to talk about, the Ms Trevorrow said the memorial was stolen generation isn’t an easy topic, but a very special idea because it gave we have designed the garden and the people a place to visit and remember tiles to reflect how we feel. The project lost family members. is really about people getting together and sitting down and thinking about what “I never met my father, I have never been able to put flowers on his grave, happened in a non-traumatic way. I am so this garden is very special to me really proud and really thankful”, said because it is somewhere I can go and Ms Jacques-Doolan think of my dad,” she said.

The Playford Council in northern Adelaide Khatija Thomas, Commissioner for allocated land for the memorial and Aboriginal Engagement, spoke at the healing garden at Stebonhealth Park, launch about family and the importance Andrews Farm. of action towards reconciliation.

6 Aboriginal Way, Winter 2014 Aboriginal sailors perform at Navy’s Change of Command

The Chief of Navy, Vice Admiral deserve recognition as part of Australia’s Ray Griggs, AO, CSC, RAN, has maritime history,” Admiral Griggs said. formally named Navy’s Indigenous “Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Performance Group ‘Bungaree’, in people have a long and proud history of honour of an important Indigenous service in the Royal Australian Navy and maritime figure. this name reflects on the past while we The group will perform for the first celebrate the diversity of our future.” time under its new name on Monday, Bungaree members wear a mix of at Chief of Navy’s Change of Command traditional dress and naval uniform ceremony in Sir Thomas Blamey Square representing both their traditional and in Canberra. military heritages. Their performances reflect both Aboriginal and Torres King Bungaree of the Garigal clan from Strait Islander traditions and were Broken Bay, NSW was a diplomat and first displayed at the 2013 International explorer who circumnavigated the Fleet Review. continent with Matthew Flinders in the Representing clans and nations from sloop HMS Investigator during 1802-03. as far afield as Torres Strait to the “King Bungaree played a key role in western plains of New South Wales – Australia’s early coastal exploration. His all are either officers or sailors of the achievements, though not widely known, Royal Australian Navy.

Top left: Petty Officer Communications Information Systems Sam Sheppard and other members of Bungaree prepare to perform at the Chief of navy handover ceremony. Photographer: Lauren Larking Bottom left: Chief Petty Officer Ray Rosendale leads Bungaree during the Chief of Navy handover ceremony. ABIS Lee-Anne Mack Pines school reconciliation murals

As part of the Pines Primary “It shows how we can come together and The art was designed to include all The murals are now being displayed School reconciliation activities, share our knowledge,” said Ms Boerkamp. Indigenous communities, from the desert on the school grounds to ensure all students helped to paint two students can enjoy them. Cherie Collings, The Pines School lands, open plains, river and sea, with Aboriginal murals. Principal, said it was good for the kids the different coloured dots representing A plaque with information about the The theme for the artwork was ‘learning to work together on a special activity people and different cultures. symbols will also be displayed to help students understand what they mean. together’. Michelle Boerkamp, the that celebrated cultural diversity among The dots travel through both murals to organiser, said the murals represent the students. The murals were designed by signify traditional teachings and learning continual learning. “Painting the murals was a great way artists Raelene and Samantha from through our lifelong journey. Marra Dreaming. “The murals have symbols that relate for the kids to work together on and The two pieces were unveiled during to traditional dreaming and that has learn new skills.” Raelene said it was great working with the last week of term 2. One of the the kids. helped the kids to learn about their The murals are a great visual culture. It is about learning together, and representation of our commitment to murals was uncovered during a whole “It was fun and very creative. We enjoy recognising this lifelong learning journey inclusion and celebrating the culture school assembly, with students gasping doing it because the kids get to create that we are all on.” of our students,” said Ms Collings. in awe as it was revealed. their own artwork,” she said.

Clockwise from top left: mural on display; proud students who were involved in making the artwork; Artists Raelene and Samantha from Marra Dreaming; a student explaining a mural at school assembly

Aboriginal Way, Winter 2014 7 “NAIDOC is an opportunity to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres NAIDOC – a time for action Strait Islander cultures and to recognise During NAIDOC week hundreds of This is a day of celebration and a time I am very surprised and honoured,” said the contributions that Aboriginal people events took place around Australia, for change, I intend to act to make a Aunty Josie. make to our State”, said Mr Weatherill. as people shared and celebrated change and I hope that you all get The Premier also took the opportunity Steve Goldsmith, Aboriginal Elder the history, culture and behind me,” said Mr Sansbury. to talk about reconciliation. and leader said NAIDOC is about achievements of Aboriginal and The premier’s NAIDOC award was given remembering history and going forward “Reconciliation is about building Torres Strait Islander peoples. to Aunty Josie Agius for many years of not only as a community, but also as a understanding of each other’s cultures, hard work as an Aboriginal educator, In South Australia, The NAIDOC parade part of a nation. overcoming inequality and addressing health worker, her work with Kurruru was a huge success, with many racism and prejudice,” he said. youth performing arts, and a highly “This is the time of the year when we commenting on the great turn out. sought cultural consultant. get to pay our respects to those Other 2014 NAIDOC SA Award Male Elder of the Year Tauto Sansbury members of our community who Recipients included Person of the Year Aunty Josie was surprised to receive said the parade was bigger than last have worked for much of their lives in Basil Coleman, Female Elder of the Year the award, and very honoured. She said Rosie Moyle and Youth of the Year year, and that we should use NAIDOC as this year is her last year of work, and bettering our lives and creating a better Jardi Welch, among others. For a full a time to speak out for action. that she is happy to leave it up to the society for all.” list of state and national recipients visit next generation. “I think there is more people here this At the start of NAIDOC week, naidoc.org.au visit Radio Adelaide’s year than there was last year for the “This is the last year for me. This is the Premier announced action to Nungga Wungga podcast page to NAIDOC march, and this is a very where all the young people come in monitor the Parliament’s progress listen to interviews with SA NAIDOC good thing”. now… and they better do it properly!” towards reconciliation. award recipients.

Above: Steve Goldsmith Above: Premier Weatherill with Aunty Josie Above: Aunty Josie with her son and grandson

8 Aboriginal Way, Winter 2014 Sorry Day (National Day of Healing)

Clockwise from top left: Sorry Day Stalls; Maria Almeida; Mitchell Dodd; Left to right: Travis Thomas, Tim Hampton and Heather Shearer; Lynette Crocker and Vonda Last; Left to right: Leann Bonner, Evert Van Male and Joy Thiele; Colin Darcy at SANTS Stall; Kerry Wilson and Jose Nemoria; Sorry Day Crowd

Aboriginal Way, Winter 2014 9 service that’s an advocacy service or providing some top up service, we are providing core functions that enable people to live their lives”.

Marjorie Tripp said it is good to acknowledge the central role Aboriginal health programs play in the community.

“There are a lot of people who rely on these services. When I first started with health and aging we only had one service for Aboriginal people in the whole of the metro and one in the country, we have these services in place now, and it is important to recognise how these services help people, in many ways, including in Closing the Gap and aging.

Without it [NAML], I wouldn’t know what I would do,” she said.

Ms Tripp was awarded an Order of Australia for her decades of work in Aboriginal aged care and her commitment to promoting the Above: Majorie Tripp AO with former Governer General Quentin Bryce and Frank Lampard recognition of Aboriginal servicemen and women. Aboriginal health services are vital Marjorie Tripp was 17 when she signed up for the Women’s Royal Australian Naval Service and became its first says Marjorie Tripp AO Aboriginal member. Ms Tripp co-chaired the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Marjorie Tripp, Ngarrindjeri Elder, individual needs of clients, and deal “We are helping our family members, our War Memorial committee. The memorial who was recently appointed an with social and economic issues, as people, and if there is any way we can was launched last year in November at Officer of the Order of Australia, well as health issues. make their life better, whether it’s extra the Torrens Parade Ground, Adelaide. says she relies heavily on community mobility, or whatever it may be, that is “The programs themselves can be as Ms Tripp said it was fabulous to be health services to continue her work what we are here for,” said Mr Agius. narrow or as broad as the coordinators recognised for her work. and live a fulfilling life. The services provided include mental of the particular program want them to health programs, Closing the Gap, “I’m very happy, and if I am going to Ms Tripp depends on the Aboriginal be, and we as a Medicare Local take the education and learning, chronic diseases, get a medal for doing my job, I think health programs provided by Northern approach that you can’t just deal with that’s pretty fabulous”. and general medical practices. Adelaide Medicare Local (NAML), located somebody’s health, you have to look Mr Agius added “I understand that it was at Peachy Road, Edinburgh North, on a at the whole circumstances that the Dr Vlachoulis, NAML Board Chair, your job Marj, but it is your commitment, daily basis. person is living under,” he said. highlighted that the majority of staff your determination for the rights of employed at NAML are frontline health Aboriginal people, and the respect you “Without them [health programs] my Joe Agius, Primary Health Care workers who provide services and have earned in the community, that is life would be difficult. I would never be Coordinator, said giving clients the tools programs directly to the community. moving out of a chair if I didn’t have this to remain independent is an important what you’re awarded for’” he said. “Our teams are out in the community gopher, and I have been lucky enough part of their role as a service provider. For more information about providing care and support to people – to get a gopher – without that I certainly Northern Medicare Local Health “When you see people like Marj, and a lot keeping them well and out of hospital” wouldn’t have any kind of mobility, and Services contact them on: of our clients, embrace self-management he said. you need to get around the house and Phone 08 8209 0700 in regards to their health then you know to the shops,” said Ms Tripp. Mr Naidoo said the Northern Adelaide Fax 08 8252 9433 we are on the right track. We are here to Medicare Local is “the kind of agency Email [email protected] Sageran Naidoo, NAML Health Integration help them along the way and to enable that provides services to those people 2 Peachey Road, Manager, said the programs at Northern people to remain living in the community, who are at the absolute fringes of Edinburgh North SA 5113 Adelaide Medicare Local address even if they have major health problems.” society. We are not just the kind of PO Box 421, Elizabeth SA 5112 Scholarship winner looks to improve Aboriginal health A young South Australian who Minister for Employment, Higher went on to be Australia’s first Indigenous Adelaide and hopes to transfer to hopes to improve the life Education and Skills Gail Gago Rhodes Scholar. a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor expectancy of Aboriginal announced 19 year-old Daniel Zweck of Surgery. “This scholarship is an investment in the Australians has been awarded this from Cumberland Park was the recipient future of an exceptionally bright young “Winning the Terry Roberts’ Scholarship year’s Terry Roberts’ Memorial of this year’s scholarship. man who has shown great potential. will help my studies by providing financial Scholarship. “This scholarship is an important way “Daniel has shown tremendous passion security, allowing me to work less and The scholarship was established in to help Aboriginal students excel and and determination in his desire to support focus more time on study and education,” 2007 in memory of long serving MP succeed in tertiary education and and strengthen Aboriginal communities, he said. Terry Roberts, and supports Aboriginal beyond,” Ms Gago said. and I look forward to seeing him make people in full-time undergraduate “I want to work towards closing the a significant contribution here in years study at a South Australian university “Daniel shows great leadership potential gap between Indigenous and non- to come.” by providing financial assistance and his determination to succeed is in Indigenous Australians’ life expectancy towards meeting living and study- the spirit of the scholarship’s inaugural Daniel is in his first year of a Bachelor through rural work, or raising awareness related costs. winner in 2007, Rebecca Richards, who of Health Science at the University of of the issue.”

10 Aboriginal Way, Winter 2014 Working together to build a stronger, healthier community Red Cross Good Start Breakfast Clubs have been running in Australia for 23 years and in Coober Pedy for the past 6 years. They have proved to be a fantastic way to teach children about healthy eating, to expose them to positive role models through the teachers and volunteers that help out, and to help them concentrate in class.

Mel Aylett has been volunteering at the Coober Pedy Good Start Breakfast Club for a while and recently became coordinator. As a mum of a child at the Above left: Nan loves having breakfast and helping out at the Breakfast Club each day. Above right: Nan and Teria Walkabout along with Chloe, Clement, Isla Woidt (Red Cross) and Steve Staines (IMX) at a Breakfast Club event school in a close-knit community she has noticed the difference the club is making. financial support to a new nutrition global organisation that makes a “She’s been telling her friends and family program in 2013 and 2014. FOODcents positive difference to people and about it,” says Beverley with pride. “There has been a marked improvement builds on the “healthy breakfast” concept communities around the world. However in children’s behaviour in class. Having full That sense of pride can be seen by working with parents, students despite the positive global influence bellies helps them concentrate,” says Mel. throughout everyone involved in the and other members of the community of Red Cross IMX believes that it is nutrition programs; from the parents The club has also improved school to encourage healthier lifestyles. important to start locally. and carers who know that their children attendance. The program is an interactive nutrition Red Cross and IMX are helping to and cooking program that educates are getting the best possible start to “The kids love coming here to have address food security issues in not participants on the importance of their day and better general nutrition; to breakfast with their peers.” just Coober Pedy but also throughout teachers who know the students will be nutrition, healthy eating and includes the region with a Good Start Breakfast IMX Resources saw the incredible value tips on shopping, cooking, budgeting Club in Marree and an extension of able to concentrate in class; to the kids of the Coober Pedy Good Start Breakfast and exercise. FOODcents in Oodnadatta. who proudly take responsibility in leading Club and commenced full funding of the healthier lives and helping each other out. “FOODcents is the logical progression program in 2012. Recently the Coober Pedy Area School from the Good Start Breakfast Club,” was profiled on the boxes of a popular The Coober Pedy Good Start Breakfast “The kids feel more included in the school says Steve, “I suppose it follows the breakfast cereal. Nan’s smiling face was Club and FOODcents® demonstrate how community,” Mel continued, “They seem wisdom of the old Chinese proverb that on the cereal boxes. She comes to the together Red Cross, businesses such as to be more interested in helping each if you give a man to fish he eats for a day club every morning. IMX Resources, students, teachers and other and have more compassion for but if you teach a man to fish he eats for Her grandmother Beverley says that community members can improve the each other.” a lifetime.” Nan loves the Breakfast Club, and has lives and opportunities of young children, The success of the Good Start Breakfast By becoming a Loyalty Partner of Red been very excited having her face on giving them a healthy start not only to Club program led IMX to extending Cross, IMX proudly partnered with a the cereal box. their school day, but to their lives. New name for South Australians the Coongie Lakes reminded to follow National Park guidelines for safe Coongie Lakes National Park in the Hon. Ian Hunter, Minister for far north-east has been renamed Sustainability, Environment and use of car jacks the Malkumba-Coongie Lakes Conservation and Aboriginal Affairs National Park. said “The lakes area is listed as a A warning to consumers of the risks instructions and follow the safety Ramsar Wetland of international The National Park is part of the of using car jacks has been issued guidelines to the letter. traditional country of the Yandruwandha importance area and is one of the by the State Government after a Yawarrawarrka people. state’s most spectacular natural Since 2000, nearly 50 Australians have Queensland man was found dead been crushed and killed while working In 2009, the State of South Australia attractions – I’m pleased its new under his car, where he had been under a vehicle. and the Yandruwandha Yawarrawarrka name acknowledges the land’s using a jack. Traditional Lands Owners entered into a Traditional Owners.” South Australia has sadly seen two Co-management Agreement (CMA) and Minister for Business Services and similar accidents in 2014; an accident In June, the Yandruwandha Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA) Consumers Gail Gago said “a jack’s in January resulted in a fatality and in Yawarrawarrka Traditional Land for the park. sole purpose is for changing a flat tyre. March another resulted in serious injury. Owners Association was consulted Rob Singleton, Yandruwandha Under no circumstance should anyone on a suitable name for co-naming A campaign is currently in place to Yawarrawarrka Parks Advisory work under a vehicle that is supported the area. raise awareness about safety when Committee Chair, said the announcement by a jack. performing DIY mechanical work. Safety of the new dual name for Malkumba Minister Hunter said new directional tips and videos can be accessed through Coongie Lakes is highly significant for and interpretive signs reflecting the “The tragic event in Queensland reminds the Product Safety Australia website at the Traditional Owners. name change will be installed in the us that jacks must be used for their www.productsafety.gov.au. “Our traditional lands and waterways park, and a new park management intended purpose, and for this reason are sacred and form part of the very plan is expected to be adopted shortly I strongly urge every South Australian to On average, 160 injuries are associated fabric of our community,” he said. which will also reflect the new name. ensure they have read the manufacturer’s with jacks each year in Australia.

Aboriginal Way, Winter 2014 11 Speech Minister for Indigenous Affairs Senator the Hon. Nigel Scullion Leader of the Nationals in the Senate Country Liberals Senator for the Northern Territory

2014 NATIONAL NATIVE TITLE CONFERENCE SPEECH

2014 NationalNovotel Native Pacific Bay TitleResort, CoffsConference Harbour speech

Novotel PacificMonday, Bay 2 JuneResort, 2014 Coffs Harbour Monday, 2 June 2014 Introduction I acknowledge the traditional owners. Introduction So today I want to talk about the No more multitude of programmes, you must employ Indigenous people with future. About economic opportunity, multitude of agencies, different types the money. I acknowledge the traditional owners. It is great to see so many peopleland tenure from and howacross we might the break country gatheredof contracts here and acquittals.today. We were And before I move to native title and It is great to see so many people from free of dependency on the whims of suffocating organisations with red tape. land, the Australian and state and across theLast country year, gathered in Opposition, here today. I gavegovernment. the closing address at the Native Title Conference in Alice Springs. At the time I I have never made a secret of the territory governments could do a lot thanked AITSIS for the invitationBy and large, and I thinkI also native thanked title has youbeen for organising these fundamentally important events over Last year, in Opposition, I gave the fact that my portfolio would have to more in terms of making sure that many years. going well considering the scepticism closing address at the Native Title contribute to the budget deficit crisis Aboriginal people benefit more from their and outright hostility in the early days. Conference in Alice Springs. At the time facing this government. I can tell you procurement and contracting practices. But we are still at the beginning. that we got out of it lightly. I thanked IAITSIS said foryou the had invitation made and aI major contribution to getting the best out of our native title system, notAnd just I ask foryou toIndigen watch thisous space. The big challenges are in front of us. also thankedpeople you for but organising for the these whole country. I want to see you continueIn terms in that of the role. dollars, a figure of a half We also need to change the way we fundamentally important events over And these challenges are about a billion dollars is being thrown around. think about housing overcrowding. It many years.I thank you again for the workeconomic that opportunity. you are doing. It is misleading. is about time that we approached it, not from the perspective of it being I said you had made a major contribution I will tell it to you straight. Today I talk to you as Minister.So we have no a problem, but as a commercial to getting the best out of our native title In terms of my portfolio and the opportunity for local people. system, not just for Indigenous people choice but to change Indigenous health portfolio we will have I want to begin by saying that in terms of native title, I am on board. but for the whole country. I want to see the way we do things. to save from what we spend around It is about time we were brave to you continue in that role. challenge the sacred cows. We cannot stay $320 million over the next four years. I think that we have achieved a lot and we are on track to carveThat is out $320 something million out of aremarkable. total budget But to do it, we must be I thank you again for the work that you Native Title and Land the same. for the two portfolios over four years of are doing.prepared for continual change and we must have a vision for the future. $12,300 million. So returning to native title, it is now more Today I talk to you as Minister. In terms of Aboriginal and Torres than 20 years since the Native Title Act I think that the PBCs and local groups are going to be the mainIndigenous game health into has the an fuincreaseture asof the number of native title Strait Islanders affairs generally, the become law. The nature of our work I want to begindeterminations by saying that in continue terms of to grow. $500 million over the next four years. results have been very mixed and in in this area has changed as we move native title, I am on board. remote areas I believe the challenge towards making the most of economic has got larger. I think thatBut we havethere achieved is no a one lot and type of PBC or local group and I think if weIn simply terms harness of my government portfolio fundingopportunities. in a one size fits we are onall track approach to carve out we something won’t achieveEmployment what rates we havecould. got worse and and the Indigenous remarkable. But to do it, we must be school attendance has got worse. In health portfolio we will The rate of change is prepared Sofor continualtoday I change want andto wetalk aboutremote the communities future. About in the Northern economic opportunity, land tenure and how we might break free of Territory, only 13 per cent of Indigenous about to accelerate. must havedependency a vision for the future.on the whims of government. have to save from what children are getting an education. I think that the PBCs and local groups we spend around $320 The rate of change is about So we have no choice but to change are goingBy to beand the large,main game I think into native title has been going well consideringmillion the scepticism over the and next outright hostilityto accelerate. in the early the way we do things. We cannot stay the futuredays. as the numberBut we of arenative still title at the beginning. the same. four years. In many ways, we have now arrived at a determinations continue to grow. new beginning. And that is what I want If you are not prepared to change you are The big challenges are in front of us. Don’t let the naysayers and spin doctors us to start talking about. How do we But there is no one type of PBC or not on my side. local group and I think if we simply fool you. harness economic development to land, Because I believe the opportunities are harness governmentAnd these funding challenges in a one are about economic opportunity. Just simply putting the programmes in reshape the relationship with government within our reach and we cannot wimp it. size fits all approach we won’t achieve the one portfolio and getting rid of red and change the discussion from welfare what we could.In terms of Aboriginal and BudgetTorres Strait Islanders affairs generally,tape can deliverthe results that result have easily. been In fact, very to mixed development and andin remote independence? we should be able to generate more areas I believe the challengeBefore has I launchgot larger. into land issues, I have While we are about to embark on the savings just by doing things better to I think that we have to say a few words about the budget. I brave new world of economic opportunity re-invest in things that get better results. achievedEmployment a lot and rates have gotwas worse interviewed and by school NITV on attendance the weekend has got worse. In remote communitiesand economic in the independence,Northern we still Territory, only 13 per cent andof Indigenousthey said that people children were inare fear getting of Over an time, education. organisations delivering have a back log of claims. I am sad that we are on track to their jobs. services will have to step up to the mark too many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people pass away before their carveSo out we havesomething no choice but toMisinformation change the is the way weapon we ofdo choice things. Weof course. cannot My focus stay is the on improving same. claims are settled. for those that want to preserve the results for local people. It is my view remarkable. But to do that Aboriginal organisations employing status quo. While this is largely a matter for the If you are not prepared to change you are not on my side. Aboriginal people is the best way of it, we must be prepared Yes the budget heralds change, Attorney General, NTRBS have a role delivering these results. 1 for continual change change for the better, a less complicated to play and of course you are in my environment focused on results. We If you get funding to deliver services to portfolio. I will always appreciate any and we must have a have a year of transition. Contracts are Indigenous people, preference should be views you have on how we can make this vision for the future. being honoured or extended. given to Indigenous organisations and work better.

12 Aboriginal Way, Winter 2014 The work of Marcia Langton and others Leasing. Or better still, get on a plane on the proposed Indigenous Community and go to the Tiwi Islands to talk to the Development Corporation goes to traditional owners about what they have this issue of native title benefits and achieved there. warrants careful consideration. There And it is not just in the Northern Territory may be other options that can be where we need to keep us this work. considered also. I am very pleased that the Queensland I believe that ILC and IBA could have an Government has introduced legislation important role to play in the landscape to allow the choice of freehold title on of economic opportunity from native title Aboriginal land. and land. This needs more work. I call on the South Australian Government As well as my responsibilities for Native to work with local people to modernise Title Representative Bodies, I am also the APY Land Rights Act. responsible for the Aboriginal Land Rights Act in the Northern Territory and we are It was almost a year ago, in the presence going through similar discussions with of the Prime Minister at the Garma communities up there at the moment. Festival, that Galarrwuy Yunupingu, Above: Nigel Scullion the father of land rights in the Northern The Act has been in place since 1976 and Territory, said that while land rights was The review of the native title When native title has been the 2006 amendments have been left to not dead, it was sleeping and it needed organisations by Deloitte Access determined, often the real action will languish by the previous government. to be woken up. Economics that I released two weeks be in relation to the negotiation of I have been talking to Northern Territory I think that means that land rights is in ago had some suggestions to make in future acts. But the problem can be land councils about land tenure, a bit of a rut in the Northern Territory that the local native title organisations this regard. local decision making and essentially at least. And I look forward to talking do not have the wherewithal to engage modernising the landscape. with Galarrwuy and others about how The Review raises the recognition in these complex negotiations at We need land tenure arrangements we might wake up the Land Rights Act process and the role of NTRBs and the level required to get the best that support long term and transferable in the future. questions the additional administrative outcome possible. subleases. The type of lease that you burden that is associated. It suggests It is very sad that after almost 40 years or I could go to the bank with and get of the Land Rights Act in the Northern that the recognition process could be Opportunities for mortgage on. Territory, we still find it difficult to streamlined and I welcome your new models for We need leases to take advantage of the contemplate devolving real decision thoughts on this. making to local people. managing native title Northern Territory Government’s new I will be consulting widely on the findings policy on selling remote housing stock. Under native title, we have already taken of the review including with industry and benefits and other Township leasing has demonstrated this step through the establishment the Minerals Council before we take the payments negotiated economic development and home of a pivotal role for local native title organisations next steps. by traditional owners ownership outcomes through the long term subleases that have been granted Finally, I would like to acknowledge In terms of claims that are still to be and indigenous groups on the Tiwi Islands and I keen to see a that you are all important and influential determined, it is important that local need to be at the township lease signed on the mainland. people. You are all making a difference people get the best outcome possible beyond your day to day work in and not just a contract between lawyers forefront of our work. We need land tenure native title. that satisfies the lawyers. I want you to join with me in a great We need to explore how contractual arrangements that endeavour for change. We must get The Review says that native title holding arrangements put in place to provide support long term and bodies need to be better equipped to Indigenous children to school. benefits to native title holders can be transferable subleases. make early decisions about how to use bankable so local groups can draw from It is a national disaster. their native title rights. It suggests some this in advance of anticipated income to The type of lease that There is no point talking about economic ways forward. give them the wherewithal to negotiate you or I could go to development and jobs if people don’t and train people for best possible result. the bank with and get have an education to take advantage In terms of claims of it. Opportunities for new models for mortgage on. that are still to be managing native title benefits and other So today I am pleading for your help. It could be by making sure that royalty payments negotiated by traditional I will be going to Gunbalanya on Friday to payments are not made during the determined, it is owners and indigenous groups need to talk to the land owners and to give them school week. Or just by talking within be at the forefront of our work. a choice. To choose between the existing important that local communities about the issue. Or land council section 19 leases or the There are concerns about the way factoring it in to native title agreements. people get the best section 19A leases. native title benefits are being used If we do nothing we are all culpable. outcome possible and and that in some circumstances It is their choice. It wasn’t always this way. Let’s turn not just a contract benefits are flowing to individuals but If you want to learn more about township it around. between lawyers that not creating opportunities for the broader leasing, I suggest you read the Senate group or being appropriately managed Estimates transcript from last Friday I thank you for your time and look forward satisfies the lawyers. for future generations. of the Executive Director of Township to working with you in the future.

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Aboriginal Way, Winter 2014 13 Reconciliation – a time to reflect how far we have come Each year we celebrate organisations help to navigate Aboriginal over two hundred thousand Australians the Budget cuts to health services are reconciliation during ‘Reconciliation affairs, issues and struggles through have joined the campaign, a successful of concern because they could have a Week’ and it is at this time of year modern Australia. They continue to referendum will require a double majority disproportionate impact on Aboriginal that we reflect on the past and engage with the central issues that affect to vote yes, that is a majority of states and Torres Strait Islander people”. consider how far we have come. Indigenous Australia, such as land rights, (4 of the 6), and a majority of voters At the end of Reconciliation Week in But just how easy is it to define this economic development, education, nationally. This means informing the Adelaide, a protest took place outside journey and to really understand wider public and getting the mainstream health and self-determination. These Parliament House to demonstrate public our progress? matters have been around long before involved is paramount for a referendum to succeed. Professor Dodson stated concerns to recent health cuts, including the Council and continue to be mainly One way to understand reconciliation in how “recognition of Indigenous cuts to Aboriginal health organisations. unresolved. The journey continues to be the context of Aboriginal affairs, as noted Australians in our Constitution will be This followed protests in Brisbane, a long and bumpy one. Professor Patrick by Reconciliation Australia; it is about a major test for reconciliation in this , Sydney, Perth and Hobart Dodson described in his 2013 ANU improving relationships between the country.” According to Reconciliation as part of the nationwide March in May lecture on reconciliation, that the road wider Australian community; it is about Australia, less than a third of Australians rallies. Australians have spoken out about to reconciliation is “like being bogged in defeating racism, changing attitudes, say they have a good understanding how these cuts will affect their lives, and creating an inclusive and respectful a sandy spot, and having to engage four of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and with this comes the unease of how Australia. In his address at this year’s wheel drive”. Pat Anderson, Chair of The culture. To improve understanding more this may impact the fight for equality Lowitja O’ Donoghue Oration, Professor Lowitja Institute, said “the level of need political and social energy spent on for all Australians. It is with the political Patrick Dodson mentioned some of in the Aboriginal World is vast, whether raising awareness is needed. actions and initiatives achieved within our the great moments in history that have we’re talking about health or education communities that show there is a strong The Prime Minister has pledged aided in the healing process between or employment or dozen other areas. desire to live in a country with mutual commitment to constitutional reform and We have a long way to go to achieve respect, rights and recognition of our mainstream Australia and our first Closing the Gap on Indigenous Health. equity with the rest of Australia”. first nations. Reconciliation can mean nations; The Day of Mourning in 1938, The Prime Minister’s Indigenous Advisory many things to different people. It has the Yirrkala Bark Petitions in 1963, the Constitutional reform is currently at the Council, chaired by Mr Warren Mundine, personal significance and implications, Gurindja walk-off in 1966, the referendum forefront of the reconciliation journey. is said to be in place to work with and when searching for its definitive victory of 1967, the NT Land Rights So far, Victoria, Queensland, New South communities on grass roots level. On Act of 1976, the Royal Commissions answer, it only becomes more complex. Wales and South Australia have each the Council’s webpage it states that the into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody, the But it is the complexity that we need to amended their State Constitutions to Council’s role is to advise Government Bringing them Home Report on the embrace. As we continue on this long include a statement of recognition of on practical changes which can be Stolen Generations, Mabo and Wik and and meaningful journey it is important Aboriginal or Aboriginal and Torres Strait made to improve the lives of Indigenous the 2008 Apology. Although there is people (dpmc.gov.au). However, current to take the time to reflect how far we Islander peoples. A push for recognition still much to do, these significant events budget cuts to health and the ‘Indigenous have come, and also what we can do to in the Federal Constitution has recently show that we are making steps towards Advancement Strategy’ that sees the contribute. As Professor Dodson said on gained momentum. This new phase a reconciled nation. reduction of 150 existing Aboriginal the subject during reconciliation week “if began when our former Prime Minister programs to just five has caused worry the country can come together around We continue to successfully celebrate Julia Gillard announced an Expert in the community. Leaders have spoken our indigenous heritage, and our ongoing these achievements through events such Panel to provide recommendations to out against the imposed changes. Kirstie place in the heart of the national identitiy as MABO day and National Sorry Day the Government. As covered by The Parker, National Congress of Australia’s – no longer forced to live outside the (Day of Healing) during reconciliation Aboriginal Way over the past 12 months, First Peoples Co-hair said general Common Gate – we can then responsibly week. It is a time where people the Recognise campaign is now steadily budget cuts and specific Aboriginal and look to building a better society”. It is across Australia can get together to underway. It aims to raise awareness Torres Strait Islander measures will have true that there is much to be done, but hold events to educate people about of the reforms to include recognition extremely negative implications on the each year around Reconciliation Week reconciliation, to celebrate Indigenous of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and NAIDOC Week, we celebrate our cultures, and demonstrate how healthy Peoples as the first peoples of Australia community (see article page 2). Social achievements, so far, and together we attitudes toward reconciliation exist in our Federal Constitution. Although Justice Commissioner, Mick Gooda said take action towards a better future. in the community. The Recognise Campaign grew by more than 17,000 supporters in one week, and the buzz of Reconciliation Week hit a high across Adelaide, with many community events, including the launch of reconciliation plaza at Tandantyangga/Victoria Square, a youth art competition and launch of a Stolen Generation Memorial in northern Adelaide. A city tram covered in Aboriginal Art and language, was a nifty promotion of Reconciliation Week. The events joined our state in the national celebrations, and gave us, if only for a moment, a united standpoint on the road to reconciliation.

The official journey began in 1991 when the Keating Government legislated to create the Council for Aboriginal Reconciliation. The Council aimed to achieve mutual respect, understanding, and meaningful political action. The Council acted for 10 years and the work of the Council has continued by Reconciliation Australia and affiliated NGOs. Contributions by these

14 Aboriginal Way, Winter 2014 paper tracker The Anangu Lands Paper Tracker Aboriginal Way will assist Paper Tracker and accountability through sharing Illustrating this approach, the EY Report is an online project of United by highlighting some of the issues it information. documents the service delivery model of Communities, Adelaide. is following. Western Desert Dialysis – and recognises Sue comes to the Paper Tracker with The website tracks government that people need to be able to stay If you want more information experience not only from working in commitments to Anangu (Pitjantjatjara on country in order to look after and on any of these items log on to remote communities in South Africa and Yankunytjatjara people). It publishes be looked after by their families. The www.papertracker.com.au and South Australia, but also in accurate, up-to-date information on model and services provided by Western various South Australian government projects and services that are important After almost seven years of co-ordinating Dialysis provide evidence of the feasibility departments. She’s committed to to Anangu. the Paper Tracker, Jonathan Nicholls and cost effective outcomes of providing carrying on the work of sharing The Paper Tracker aims to make it easier decided to move on and left Uniting such community-based dialysis services. information across Anangu communities. for Anangu to work with governments Communities in mid-March. Sue Tilley The report indicates that the provision of as equal partners. It helps Anangu make has taken over from Jonathan as the Ernst and Young Report on a permanent facility would be more cost sure governments are following through Manager of Aboriginal Policy and Western Desert Dialysis effective than the current arrangements on commitments. Advocacy and has responsibility for where Anangu relocate to Alice Springs the Paper Tracker Project. A report produced by Ernst and Young or Adelaide and are reliant on additional (EY) in February 2014 – Western Desert accommodation and other support Uniting Communities and the Paper Nganampa Walytja Palantjaku Tjutaku services that would not be needed if they Tracker would like to thank Jonathan Aboriginal Corporation: Service Delivery were able to stay at home. for initiating and driving this important Model – advocates for the ‘hub and project and for his commitment to spoke’ model for the provision of Go to papertracker.com.au to access ensuring that Anangu have access to dialysis services in remote Aboriginal electronic copies of each profile. information about what governments communities, more so when it is If you’d like to know more you can are saying and doing. Jonathan has complemented by a range of culturally contact Paper Tracker on (08) 8202 established and maintained a valuable appropriate social support arrangements 5867 or subscribe to their newsletter Above: Jonathan Nicholls and Sue Tilley project which advances transparency and treatment options. at www.papertracker.com.au in review in

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Pecan Summer

Short Black Opera Company It was a remarkable political action presented the 4th season of and the first of its kind initiated by Pecan Summer in early July at Aboriginal people. The Walk-off set Her Majesty’s Theatre. in motion a new phase in black-white Pecan Summer is Australia’s first relations and spurred a more vigorous Indigenous opera, written and and organised form of Aboriginal directed by Yorta Yorta soprano and political activism across Australia in composer, AO. the decades to come. Ms Cheetham shares the unique Pecan Summer is described as story of her family history and “an opera for the 21st century, a the historical events of the 1939 Cummeragunja walk-off. contemporary opera for Indigenous Australians, a story for all Australians”, On February 3rd, 1939, hundreds and termed the reconciliation event of Yorta Yorta chose to leave their of the year. homes with the few possessions they could carry in protest at harsh “This is a milestone in Australian opera. conditions and treatment by the It should be widely seen both here and mission’s manager. Many opted to overseas… It tells an important story, start new lives over the border which has relevance to all Australians, in Victoria, so as to escape the restrictive authority imposed at the and anywhere where there are minority Cummeragunja mission, which is communities who have suffered at the located on the banks of the Murray hands of an oppressive majority.” – River in New South Wales. Sandra Bowdler, Opera Britannia, 2012

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