Daily news digest July 2
Indigenous news today highlights massive expansions to land protection reserves, significant local government funding boosts, and final updates leading into NAIDOC Week.
Land & Environment
Ngurra Kayanta IPA Expansion:
Over 1.9 million hectares of land have been officially added to Australia’s National Reserve System through the Ngurra Kayanta Indigenous Protected Area (IPA) dedication.
Laynhapuy IPA Expansion:
The Laynhapuy Indigenous Protected Area in the Northern Territory has also successfully expanded its borders.
Funding & Community
Queensland Indigenous Councils:
The Qld Government announced a $27 million boost for the Indigenous Councils Funding Program, distributing a total of $74.96 million across 16 local councils to improve regional services.
Arts & Culture
First Nations Pathway Program:
The Mushroom Group unveiled its newest cohort of emerging First Nations musical artists.
Literacy & Health:
Children from Lockhart River have successfully collaborated on a new remote skin health book project to aid community medicine.
Legal & Policy Updates
Native Title Compensation:
Ongoing developments follow a major landmark federal court native title ruling involving the Yindjibarndi People and Fortescue over un-agreed mining operations.
