Message Tree Queensland South Native Title Services June 2013
Word from the CEO People Date Occasion Gunggari 22 June, 1st Queensland South Native Title Services (QSNTS) commenced the People 2013 Anniversary year with a strategic planning workshop. The purpose of the event Quandamooka 4 July, 2nd was to plan the organisation’s strategic direction for the next three People 2013 Anniversary years and ultimately improve our services in realising Traditional Pitta Pitta 28 August, 1st Owners’ aspirations to land and waters. People 2013 Anniversary
Jinibara 20 November, 1st As part of this process QSNTS reflected on the 2010 – 2013 People 2013 Anniversary Strategic Plan in the preceding 3 year period, which focussed on diversifying the organisation’s functions. It was noted that since Kalkadoon 12 December, 2nd People 2013 Anniversary 2010, the organisation has developed an increased focus on claim Indjalandji- work driven by the Federal Court’s desire to resolve longstanding 9 May, 1st Dhidhanu 2014 Anniversary claims. Whilst we would have liked to have provided a broader range People* of services as envisaged by the 2010-13 plan, prioritising claim work Chief Executive Officer, Kevin Smith. proved to be the right decision. Returning to the next three years, over this period you will see a The period from 2010 – 2013 was an incredible time for Traditional greater intent to support Traditional Owners in the post-determination Owners and QSNTS. We achieved not only our first successful phase, particularly through supporting Prescribed Body Corporate determination for the Quandamooka People in July 2011 but also a (PBC) capability. Further to this, a focus on growing internal capability, marvellous victory for the Kalkadoon People in December that year. particularly litigation and dispute resolution skills development The hard work of the Gunggurri, Pitta Pitta, Jinibara and Indjalandji reflects a growing need to build our workforce to meet the challenges Dithonou Peoples was also rewarded with their respective consent in straddling both pre and post determination work. QSNTS will determinations during 2012. also aim to investigate and build a strategy for delivering future acts services; something that many clients and stakeholders expressed a The attainment of these determinations has silenced the critics that strong preference for us to consider. QSNTS continues to build on native title cannot be achieved in developed areas and heartened the existing strength of our evidence-based approach. many other Traditional Owners who had grown weary of the hard- grind that is the native title process. Well done to those who have As part of this process, we updated our long term vision statement had their native title recognised. To those claimants who still hold that and the QSNTS Values were also renewed. From 2013 – 2016 aspiration, QSNTS will walk with you in that struggle. I am pleased our focus is to improve engagement with our clients, constituents to say that the struggle for five more native title groups is drawing to and stakeholders. We will increase the rate of resolution claims, a close with a further five consent determinations contemplated over effectively manage disputes and promote cohesive relationships the next 12 to 18 months. between clients.
In this period the Rockhampton office was established as part of our We will continuously improve services that are responsive to an strategy to make the organisation more accessible to regional clients evolving native title environment while maintaining a strong focus on while maintaining a strong presence in Brisbane. Similarly, our Mt existing claim work. Isa office proved critical in working with our North West clients. That office will be temporarily closed while we undertake some much- The last couple of months have proved extraordinarily busy with needed refurbishments. We do apologise for any inconvenience numerous claim, applicant group meetings and court hearings. caused during this time but rest assured that our commitment to our North West clients has not diminished and we will continue to serve There is much more exciting work in store, so look out for your next your needs from our Brisbane office. claim newsletter for a more in-depth analysis on your area.
During this period we also initiated some key regional research Kevin Smith projects that will greatly assist the prosecution of current and Chief Executive Officer future claims.
Warning: This publication contains the names and images of deceased people. Approval has been granted for the inclusion of this sensitive material.
01 Where will the research be focussed? General News: SERRP The research area spans from approximately Dayboro and Esk in the north, down to the Gold Coast and New South Wales border area and Southeast Queensland Regional Research incorporating places inland such as Beaudesert, Boonah, Ipswich, Project Update Warwick, Stanthorpe, Texas, Inglewood and including but not limited to, the asserted traditional land and waters of those Peoples who Southeast Queensland Regional Research Project identify as (in alphabetical order): The Southeast Queensland Regional Research Project (SERRP) is research work currently being undertaken by Queensland South • Birinburra • Kambuwal/Gambuwal • Turrbal Native Title Services (QSNTS) in relation to native title in the • Bullungin • Kombumerri • Ugarapul/Yugarapul Southeast Queensland region. • Gambuwal • Migunberri • Wangerriburra • Githabul • Minjungbal • Yugembeh The aim of the project is to conduct sufficient regional historical, • Gugingin • Mununjali • Yuggera anthropological and genealogical research to determine the extent of • Jagera • Nerangwal (and cognates/derivatives of those names). country, traditional boundaries and levels of society that exist in the region. The SERRP is part of QSNTS’ regional strategy to resolve The research will be conducted in stages by highly experienced and native title interests in Southeast Queensland & provide a broad, well-regarded experts in their fields as described below. objective and regional picture of native title in the area. Historical Report and Preliminary ‘Apical Ancestor’ and QSNTS recognises that the system of laws and customs practiced Geneaological Report by Aboriginal Peoples across the broader Southeast Queensland The Historical Report for the SERRP has been researched and region involves complex relationships between neighbouring groups. authored by experienced and well-respected historian Dr Fiona Because of this complexity, the SERRP is necessary in order to build Skyring with the assistance of QSNTS in-house researchers. It aims a body of evidence based on solid historical, anthropological and to supplement and provide context to the anthropological research genealogical research that will provide a foundation for: defining the particularly in relation to questions of society, connection to country groups that hold, or potentially hold, native title rights and interests and continuity of adherence to law and custom related to any potential within the Southeast Queensland region; determining the appropriate native title determination applications. boundaries for potential native title determination applications to be lodged on behalf of the defined groups; and avoiding any overlaps or disputes.
02 The ‘Apical Ancestor’ and genealogical report is being researched How will confidentiality be protected? and authored by Dr Kevin Mayo who is carrying out ongoing archival All information that is not publicly available and which is collected research that will report a preliminary report that focuses on the life during the course of the SERRP will be held in strict confidence histories and ‘tribal’ affiliations of a number of apical ancestors with by QSNTS and will not be shared with any person or body asserted links to the Southeast Queensland region. This report will without consent of the person or groups to whom that information provide the basis for the preparation of preliminary genealogies. specifically relates. Preliminary Anthropological Report (Part A & B) Gilliat Flinders Research Project The Anthropological Report has been researched and authored by senior consultant anthropologist Dr Anthony Redmond with the The Gilliat Flinders Research Project focuses on the important assistance of QSNTS in-house researchers. question of “society”. It aims to identify the landholding groups which existed at the time of first contact between Traditional Stage 1 of the Anthropological Report has provided QSNTS with Owners and Europeans and the way those groups might be a preliminary description of the society/societies in the Southeast represented as existing to this day. That process will enable us to Queensland region at the time of sovereignty and how these consider whether there is sufficient evidence to support the filing of circumstances inform present-day rights and interests in relation to claims seeking the recognition of native title. the broader region. QSNTS engaged Dr Jonathon Richards, a historian, to prepare a Stage 2 of the Anthropological Report is currently focusing on historical report of and for the region. That report was completed undertaking preliminary interviews with people throughout the region in early November 2012. QSNTS has contracted consultant and dependent of the results of the above work Stage 3 will follow anthropologist, Ms Wendy Asche, to conduct research and prepare with the potential authorisation of new claim/claims in the area follow an anthropological report of the area. It is anticipated that the by the preparation of separate detailed ‘connection report/s’. anthropological report will assist QSNTS to make recommendations to relevant constituents in the affected region about the form of any potential native title claim or claims over the area.
TIMEFRAME RESEARCH STATUS
April - October 2011 Historical Report Complete
May 2011 - June 2012 Genealogical Report Complete
Stage 1: Preliminary December 2011 - Anthropological Complete August 2012 Report
Stage 2, Part A: Preliminary July - December 2012 Complete Interviews/ Field Work
Stage 2, Part B: Connection materials 2013 Commenced compiled, dependent on results
Dancer of Nunukul Yugerra at the 40 Years of Service dinner.
03 Kooma People Claim Accepted for a Consent Determination
After the culmination of 17 years of fighting for native title recognition, the Kooma People have had their claim accepted for a consent determination. On the 20 December 2012, the State accepted to enter into substantive negotiations towards a consent determination. The Federal Court has set down the consent determination hearing for December 2013.
We would like to thank the Kooma People who worked hard to achieve such success and all those who shared their stories in pursuit of gaining a native title determination. This is a very positive result for the Kooma People, so congratulations to you all. It has been a long time coming. Geoffrey Drury and Billy Hooper at native wells on Bendee Downs.
Over the past year, QSNTS has conducted a number of witness statement interviews with various claimants. Following our provision of Dr Anna Kenny’s Anthropological Report, and whilst acknowledging the quality of the material contained in it, the State had requested additional affidavit evidence directly from the Kooma People in order to consider agreeing to a consent determination. We completed interviews with both Elder and younger Kooma People, who shared their stories of their old people, experiences on country, dibble dibble (spirit) stories, traditions practiced in the past and today, and the transmission of their stories to the next generation. We are grateful to all those who have participated. This successful outcome was only possible thanks to your assistance and generosity.
As part of the consent determination, Kooma applicants will be Billy Hooper in Bendee Downs homestead. negotiating for exclusive possession over Murra Murra and Bendee Downs pastoral stations (see photos of Kooma elder Billy Hooper Uncle Billy Hooper, a Kooma traditional owner, passed away and Kooma Ranger Geoffrey Drury on these properties). Murra Murra peacefully on Easter weekend 2013. and Bendee Downs have been managed by the Kooma Traditional Owner’s Association since 2000 (Indigenous Land Corporation Uncle Billy Hooper had strong affiliations with Bendee Downs lease grants), primarily operating the stations for cultural and natural which is located in Kooma traditional lands. As a young boy he heritage protection. If negotiations are successful, the Kooma People worked on Bendee downs with his cousins and uncles, following would have exclusive possession recognized in exercising their native the footsteps of the old people including his Granny Violet, who title rights and interests on the stations, which would extend to an also lived on the property. Uncle Billy had been the caretaker exclusive right for the Kooma People to occupy, use and enjoy the of Bendee Downs for 12 years, since Kooma first took over the area. Such a success would secure the stations for the benefit of stations under ILC grants. Kooma’s future generations to continue to acknowledge their laws and oberve their customs whilst living on their country. Uncle Billy has been central to the preservation of cultural sites on the station. His cousin Clarence ‘Cowboy’ Colliss stated that when they found sites Uncle Billy Hooper would always say; ‘don’t forget who found this site’.
The rich stories and cultural knowledge he generously shared were pivotal in the success of the Kooma Native Title claim. The Kooma claim, in part, relates to exclusive possession of Murra Murra and Bendee Downs properties for future generations to learn from country as he did from his old people.
Uncle Billy Hooper will be remembered as a great bushman and a gentleman.
He is sadly missed.
Left to right: Clarence ‘Cowboy’ Colliss, Sita McAlpine and Grace Weatherall at Murra Murra Station. Appropriate permission to write this article and display these photos was obtained prior to publication.
04 Statutory Services
Inaugural General Meeting of the Quandamooka People’s The Quandamooka Yoolooburrabee Aboriginal Corporation (QYAC) recently hosted the inaugural Quandamooka Elders Conference and annual general meeting at Dunwich Memorial Hall on North Stradbroke Island.
Native Title was awarded to the Quandamooka People by The Federal Court of Australia on the 4th July, 2011. The determination was handed down at the Dunwich Memorial Hall on Stradbroke Island.
The three day event, from the 22 to 24 of February, was attended by Quandamooka Elders, QYAC members, Queensland South Native Title Services (QSNTS) representatives and other invited guests from North Stradbroke and around Australia. Time was also devoted to the traditional naming of places and a Walking on Country day.
Left to right: Aunty Margaret Kucerik, Aunty Joan Hendriks and Aunty Evelyn Parkin. The event took place almost 2 years after the Quandamooka People won their historic consent determinations on the 4th July, 2011, after a 16 year battle. The Federal Court determinations were the first in the southern half of Queensland and recognised the ongoing traditional laws and customs of the Quandamooka People, and specified Native Title rights and interests over land and waters on and around North Stradbroke Island. The result also demonstrated that positive Native Title outcomes can be achieved in developed areas other than remote and regional Australia.
Former Prime Minister, Paul Keating, addressed the conference at its annual general meeting which took place on the Sunday. Mr Keating told the audience that Mabo was a once in a lifetime opportunity. Mr Keating discussed how in 1992/3 before Australia could move towards a framework for the Native Title Act he needed to secure a mandate by addressing the history of Australia’s dispossession of Aboriginal and Islander people in this country:
Front row: Aunty Joan Hendriks, Aunty Evelyn Parkin and Aunty Gwen Graham. “I took the opportunity at Redfern Park in December 1992 of laying out… the history of our humanity and thoughtlessness and disregard of Aboriginal Australia’s Indigenous people. I made it clear, that we did do the dispossession, that we did smash the traditional ways of life, and that we took the children from their mothers and that we should imagine all those things being done to us,” he continued.
Mr Keating said without this recognition the moral basis to proceed was not there and Australia would have a diminished chance of securing a Native Title agreement through both houses of the federal parliament.
“After 200 years of nothing, in 18 months both the High Court and the Government had turned over completely, the sorry history of our colonial possession of the continent, and all of the pain that went with it,” he concluded.
Approved by QYAC.
Bonita Mabo and Evelyn Parki.
05 The reference group met for the first of three planned meetings on Reform Agenda 1 February 2013 in Melbourne. Native Title Organisations Review Their second meeting was held on the 10 May 2013.
The Minister for Families, Community Services and Indigenous A discussion paper is now publicly available. Submissions are sought Affairs (FaCHSIA) has initiated a review of the role and functions of from interested parties and can be made electronically or by mail. The native title representative bodies and native title service providers to deadline for submissions is 30 September 2013. More information ensure that they continue to meet the evolving needs of the system, on the submission process, including a submission guide is available and particularly the needs of native title holders after claims have on the Deloitte Access Economics’ website. been resolved. The review is taking place over twelve months from December 2012 The Australian Government has emphasised the potential for native to make sure that there is enough time for proper analysis of the title to be a platform for long-term Indigenous social, cultural and issues and for consultation with a variety of stakeholders. economic development through maximising and protecting the benefits flowing from agreements and strengthening the capacity and If you have any specific queries about the review, please contact: governance of Indigenous corporations. [email protected].
The changing native title environment sets the context for the review. Source: Department of Families, Community Services With few exceptions, since the commencement of the Native Title Act and Indigenous Affairs. 1993, NTRBs and NTSPs have focussed their services to native title holders on resolution of native title claims. However, as more claims are determined and more Registered Native Title Bodies Corporate (RNTBCs) are established, there is a growing need for a framework for post-determination or post-settlement support for native title holders. It will be important to ensure that RNTBCs have the capacity to complete corporate compliance, perform future act related activities and pursue economic, social and cultural development.
The terms of reference for the review are available for download at fahcsia.gov.au.
Deloitte Access Economics has been contracted to undertake this national review of the role and functions of native title organisations.
A reference group has been established to provide comment and strategic direction to the Review. In addition, it will act as a resource and sounding board providing sector specific perspectives and it will encourage and facilitate stakeholder engagement. The membership of the reference group includes representatives from Senior Legal Officer, Paul Richards. the following organisations:
• Attorney-General’s Department • Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies • Central Desert Native Title Services • Central Land Council • Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs • Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation • Law Council of Australia • Minerals Council of Australia • National Native Title Council • North Queensland Land Council • NTSCorp Ltd • Queensland Government • Torres Strait Regional Authority • University of Melbourne • Victorian Government • Yamatji Marlpa Aboriginal Corporation Tim Wishart, Principal Legal Officer at the NNTC (National Native Title Conference).
06 Native Title Tax Amendments Pass Parliament The Parliament recently passed amendments to give certainty around the tax liabilities for native title agreements.
The Tax Laws Amendment (2012 Measures No. 6) Bill 2012 was passed by the Senate to ensure certain payments and benefits arising from native title agreements will not be subject to income tax and that certain capital gains from native title rights are not taxable.
These changes were announced last year to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the Mabo decision.
“These changes are part of the Government’s broader native title reform package to ensure native title benefits are sustainable for future generations of Traditional Owners and improve agreement- making,” said Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus QC.
Minister for Indigenous Affairs, Jenny Macklin said the Government’s reforms will help achieve sustainable outcomes under native title agreements.
“These new laws respond to stakeholder calls for reform and will help Indigenous Australians to unlock the economic potential of their native title,” Minister Macklin said.
Assistant Treasurer David Bradbury said the changes complement the Government’s broader not-for-profit reform agenda, which will reduce red tape and enhance trust and confidence in the not-for- profit sector.
“The legislation resolves a long standing uncertainty about the way native title benefits interact with the income tax system,” Mr Bradbury said.
Source: Attorney-General’s Department.
Shearing sheds, Bendee Downs.
07 Capacity Development Andrew Reflects My presentation at the National Native Title Conference focussed National Native Title Conference: on the topic of society in Native Title proceedings and how different understandings can affect the entire progress of a claim from the way In June the Annual National Native Title Conference was convened by in which it is lodged, who is included and excluded from the claim, the Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies the extent of country a claim covers and what evidence is used to (AIATSIS) and the Central Land Council (CLC) on the traditional support the claim. lands of the Central Arrernte People, the native title holders of the Alice Springs area. This year the Conference was held at the Alice In helping to reconcile some of the very diverse and at times divergent Springs convention centre from Monday 3rd to Wednesday 5th June views on what constitutes a Native Title society I have been working 2013. A delegation from QSNTS was in attendance. on a project to provide some working definitions of common terms about social and territorial organisation in Aboriginal Australia, Please visit the AIATSIS website for copies of the conference papers focussing specifically on the QSNTS representative area. and PowerPoint presentations. I presented to conference delegates about the potential uses and Section 203BD NTRB Board Actions benefits of this project and some of the challenges of putting it Following on from the success of the Board Talking Circle in 2012, together. QSNTS sees this project to create a working glossary of this year’s session provided the time and space for Native Title definitions about terms relating to society (terms such as: clan, tribe, Representative Bodies (NTRB) Board Members from across Australia language group, regional society etc.) as a good starting point for to meet and discuss current issues and developments in the sector. achieving clarity amongst reports produced and helping to reduce confusion between different professionals working in Native Title so At a subsequent meeting, in Alice Springs on 6 June 2013, that they have a common basis of understanding when providing Chairperson Errol Neal of the North Queensland Land Council and advice and making decisions about how best to proceed towards a Colleen Wall Chairperson of Queensland South Native Title Services successful claim. (NQLC) signed the first MOU as required by Section 203BD of the Native Title Act about how cross border claims are managed. I encouraged other Native Title Representative Bodies to consider adopting a similar approach to clarify some of the difficult and Chairperson Neal noted that this MOU heralded in a new era of sometimes confusing and contradictory terminology of Native Title cooperation between the two neighbouring Native Title organisations. in the hopes of producing more coordinated and ultimately more Chairperson Wall noted that Aboriginal cultural boundaries did not effective outcomes for Traditional Owners in Native Title. match the representative bodies’ boundaries so there would always be some claims that would span the two regions. – Andrew Fahey, Research Officer
Several members of both Boards witnessed the historic event as well as the CEO of the North Queensland Land Council Ian Kuch, Principal Legal Officer Martin Dore and the Principal Legal Officer of the QSNTS Tim Wishart. Both organisations acknowledged the positive role of their respective staff in drafting the document which had been previously approved by both Boards, prior to the signing event.
Source: NQLC.
QSNTS Chairperson, Colleen Wall, signing the MOU with NQLC Chairperson, Errol Neal and other board members.
08 The Gunggari People’s Native Title Consent Determination: Is Recognition Enough? Bradley Saunders, a member of the Gunggari Applicant and native title holder presented a paper along with Craig Reiach (Legal Officer) and Diana Romano (Research Officer) of QSNTS at the National Native Title Conference in Alice Springs in June this year.
The paper was entitled “The Gunggari People’s Native Title Consent Determination: Is Recognition Enough?” and was presented in a session called “Beyond the Gap: Recognition, Well-being and Native Title”.
The presenters gave a brief history of the Gunggari #2 claim as well as historical and anthropological background, which contextualised Bradley’s proposition that there is immense value in resourcing and pursuing native title claims even when the capacity for achieving economic outcomes is uncertain.
Bradley maintained that the Gunggari native title journey demonstrated that recognition of native title can lead to sustainable social outcomes which are equally as important as economic benefits. Claim Newsletters Claim Newsletters are regularly sent to clients to update them on the latest developments in their claims and increase understanding of the native title process. If you missed a newsletter or would like more information, please contact your case management team.
Maranoa River
From top to bottom: Bradley Saunders, Craig Reiach & Diana Romano at the National Native Alice Springs. Title Conference in Alice Springs.
09 Word from the Board
Having recently attended the Gala celebration of 40 years of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services in Southern Queensland I must say I am proud to be part of this community. A most wonderful event which highlighted the many battles fought, and the valuable victories won, over the past 40 years.
Listening to Aunty Lilla Watson present a keynote address from a young woman’s perspective was very enlightening and showed how women were very pivotal in winning many of those battles. Our very own Paul Richards enthralled the audience as usual with selected stories from his 40 years of service. It was very heartening to see the respect afforded to him as a key partner in the development of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service (ATSILS) across Queensland. Pro Bono work is still very valuable to our people in the legal sector.
Watching the extracts played throughout the night from ‘the 40 year journey’ bought back many memories of what happened during that 40 years for many people. The full documentary DVD is still in production and set to be released at the end of the year. The DVD is a fascinating portrayal of the last 40 years of Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Chief Executive Officer, Kevin Smith and Chairperson, Colleen Ma’run Wall. Strait Islander services and we will provide more information once it is released. Looking Back While Moving Forward While we can look back at the accomplishments in the last 40 years there have also been many achievements for QSNTS. As part of this process we look at ‘what can be learned from the last three years’. We looked at some of our past victories, upcoming I was honoured to attend the consent determination of the Pitta Pitta determinations and work in progress. People of Northwest Queensland where the special sitting of the Federal Court on country was in Boulia. Our next Determination was We base our future success on feedback from you, how we’ve Southeast Queensland’s Jinibara People in Woodford and this was a responded to priority goal areas and how it has affected our services special time in my life being a neighbor so close to my own country. to you, our clients. As part of this process we asked:
Another project that the Board sees as vital to QSNTS’s role of • How well did we perform against our three year goals, priorities delivering the region’s native title aspirations is our research into and measures? identifying ‘right people for country’. The new research projects in • What learnings can we take forward from the last cycle of goal the Darling Downs, Central Queensland and Northwest Queensland setting and execution? regions are adding valuable information to our already established • Is the strategy still reflective of our external reality and forces Southeast Regional Research Project (SERRP) to assist in clarifying acting on QSNTS? traditional owner connection to country. • Which strengths and capabilities can be used as cornerstones for our 2013-2016 strategy? As our CEO Kevin Smith has mentioned, the strategic plan weekend was a great accomplishment for staff and board and over the coming We look forward to publishing the results of this process later in the period we will finalise the three stages including completing our year. While our methods and approach may evolve as we continually Strategic Intent Statement with success measures against the Key strive to improve our services, our vision of ‘Realising Traditional Performance Indicators; the drafting of the Strategic Plan itself; and Owners’ aspirations to land and waters through professional native the development of the Risk Management Plan. The whole process is title services’ remains the same. on track to be completed by July. – Colleen Ma’run Wall, Chairperson I would like here to thank all staff who spent precious family time over that weekend. The Board appreciates your dedication to QSNTS.
10 The making of the 40 year journey documentary. Behind the scenes: Senior Legal Officer, Paul Richards, is interviewed for the 40 year journey documentary.
11 Mount Isa office temporarily closed from Wednesday 3 July New Brisbane Office The QSNTS Mount Isa Office temporarily closed on Wednesday 3 July 2013. In September 2013 the Brisbane office is moving. The move takes advantage of cheaper accommodation The office closure coincides with scheduled renovation work in the which also provides: building and Kieren Gibbs will be returning to the Brisbane office. • Disabled access and facilities The Mount Isa Office remains important and we look forward to • Bigger meeting rooms - allowing us to have more continuing our presence there in the near future. We will notify you in-house client meetings and save costs again when the office reopens. • All staff on the one floor • More floor space Should you wish to discuss the matter further, please direct your • Closer to Central Station inquires to Kieren Gibbs on 1800 663 693. Our new address is just down the road at Level 10, 307 Queen St Brisbane. For more information call us NAIDOC on 1800 663 693. NAIDOC is a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and an opportunity to recognise the contributions of Indigenous Australians in various fields.
Activities take place across the nation during NAIDOC Week in the Like us on first full week of July. All Australians are encouraged to participate.
In 2013 NAIDOC week runs from 7 – 14 July. Each year QSNTS ‘Liking’ our Facebook page is a new way you has a stall at the NAIDOC Family Fun Day which is held at Musgrave can stay up-to-date with the latest QSNTS news. Park on Friday 12 July. Rockhampton office will also be hosting a stall. Search Facebook for ‘Queensland South Native Title Services’. For a full list of events in your area visit: naidoc.org.au.
The occasion celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. The week is celebrated not just in the Indigenous communities but also in increasing numbers www.twitter.com/QSNTS of government agencies, schools, local councils and workplaces. www.instagram.com/QSNTS
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