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Daily news digest March 29

March 29, 2026

Major Indigenous news and events in Australia today include significant funding for child preservation in NSW, a healing event in Perth, and new cultural discoveries in the Northern Territory.

National & Regional News

NSW Family Preservation Funding: A program run by the Tharawal Aboriginal Corporation is being expanded as part of a $350 million boost to help prevent Indigenous children from entering the care system.

‘Reclaim the Space’ Healing Event:
A community healing event is taking place at Forrest Place in Boorloo (Perth) to support families and community members following a traumatic incident earlier this year.

Birrundudu Drawing Discovery:
New research into the Birrundudu drawings in the Northern Territory is being hailed as “rewriting the timeline of Aboriginal art,” uncovering decades-old hidden works.

Indigenous Photo Archive Showcase:
The State Library is showcasing a significant photo archive by journalist and broadcaster Wayne Coolwell, documenting years of First Nations culture.

AFL Victoria Lawsuit:
Former footballer Daniel Hayes’s civil suit against AFL Victoria regarding historical abuse and discrimination has reached the mediation stage.

Peter Rowe

Peter Rowe leads First Nations News as Editor, with over three decades of experience across international newsrooms, digital platforms and media strategy roles. For the past 20 years, he’s worked in Australia – reporting, editing and advising on stories that shape public debate.