Man charged with murder after fatal Doomadgee crash
A man faces murder charges after a tragic crash in Doomadgee claimed the lives of a woman and child. Police investigation reveals shocking details about the incident.
Category : Search result: Indigenous community tragedy
Queensland student dies suddenly before graduation ceremony
Wellington Point State High School community grieves after Year 12 student's sudden death. Principal urges social media respect as graduation proceeds sensitively.
WA Mum Unfit for Trial Over Son's Dreamworld Payout
A WA mother accused of stealing most of her hero son's compensation from the 2016 Dreamworld tragedy has been found unfit to stand trial due to cognitive impairments.
Emma Garlett: Climate Change and Indigenous Connection
Noongar woman Emma Garlett explores how changing seasons signal land stress and why Indigenous knowledge matters for Australia's environmental future. Learn more.
NSW teen dies after sandbar collapses at Soldiers Beach
Riahne Vasquez, 18, identified as victim of tragic sandbar collapse at Soldiers Beach, NSW. Two friends made it to shore, one rescued by surfers. A tragic reminder of beach safety.
Queensland crash: Mother and toddler die on Bruce Hwy
A Queensland grandmother faces unimaginable loss after her daughter and two-year-old granddaughter died in a horrific Bruce Highway truck crash. The young father remains critically injured, unaware of the tragedy.
Lawnton house fire kills teen, four critically injured
A 13-year-old girl has died and four family members are fighting for life after a devastating house fire in Lawnton. Police are investigating whether an e-scooter caused the blaze.
Melbourne man lost at sea from Disney cruise ship
A 73-year-old Moonee Ponds man is missing after going overboard from the Disney Wonder cruise ship bound for Auckland. The search in the Tasman Sea was unsuccessful.
First WA Community Food Centre Planned for Balga
Vinnies plans to build WA's first Community Food Centre in Balga, providing free meals, workshops, and support services to combat food insecurity. A new approach to community support.
Winyama Contracting Group Claims AIMWA Pinnacle Award
Indigenous-owned Winyama Contracting Group secures the prestigious AIMWA Pinnacle Award, celebrating excellence in digital innovation and Indigenous business leadership across Australia.
Geelong man drowned in Anglesea crab fishing tragedy
Coroner confirms Chieu Kheang Chua likely drowned after crab fishing trip turned deadly at Anglesea River. Family seeks closure after tragic incident.
Porplyzia's chat saved Doggett's cricket career
Australian Test debutant Brendan Doggett reveals how a conversation with former Adelaide Crows star Jason Porplyzia saved his cricket career after injury struggles. Read his inspiring journey.
Cairns father kills daughter in tragic murder-suicide
The Cairns community is in mourning after a respected father shot his 23-year-old daughter before taking his own life. The tragedy has left friends and neighbours devastated.
Palm Island gets $30M cyclone shelter after 30-year wait
After three decades of advocacy, Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council secures $30 million for a long-awaited cyclone shelter, providing safety for 4,000 residents during extreme weather events.
Community Power: Edwin Dyson's Educational Journey
From country school to leading Indigenous health data reform, Edwin Dyson's story showcases the transformative power of community support in education and career success.
Aboriginal teen wrongly arrested at gunpoint on bus
ACT police officers wrongly arrested a 17-year-old Aboriginal teenager at gunpoint on a Canberra bus, sparking outrage over racial profiling and excessive force. Read the full story.
Thousands farewell teen cricketer Ben Austin
Thousands gathered at Junction Oval to farewell 17-year-old cricketer Ben Austin, who died after being struck by a cricket ball. The community mourns a talented sportsman.
Aboriginal Psychologist Pat Dudgeon Wins Mental Health Prize
Professor Pat Dudgeon, Australia's first Aboriginal psychologist, receives the 2025 Australian Mental Health Prize for her lifelong dedication to Indigenous mental health. Discover her journey and impact.
Cairns Airport Indigenous Art in Terminal Upgrade
Cairns Airport reveals stunning Indigenous artwork in its $55 million international terminal upgrade, celebrating local culture and boosting tourism. Discover the transformation!
Dental vans deliver care to remote Cape York
Queensland Health deploys mobile dental clinics to overcome geographical barriers in Cape York while fluoride debate continues affecting oral health outcomes.
Indigenous Procurement Policy Benefits Must Be Shared
Emma Garlett argues Indigenous procurement policy benefits must reach more Aboriginal businesses. Learn how Australia can improve economic participation.
Authors Reject Reconciliation Guilt Trip in New Book
Authors Debra Zanella and Jody Nunn challenge the reconciliation 'guilt trip' narrative, advocating for genuine understanding over performative gestures in Australia's journey.
First Indigenous duo set for Australian Test team
Perth could witness a historic moment as Scott Boland and Brendan Doggett may become the first Indigenous duo to play together for Australia in the Ashes. A landmark for cricket.
Doggett's emotional journey to Test cricket debut
South Australian bowler Brendan Doggett prepares for his Test debut against England after Josh Hazlewood's injury. The former carpenter shares his emotional journey from club cricket to the Ashes.
Three Children Die in Suspected Murder-Suicide Fire
Three young children perished in a devastating house fire in Sanson, New Zealand. Police are treating the tragedy as a suspected murder-suicide as community rallies around grieving mother.
Geelong Council Indigenous Committee Suspended
Geelong Council suspends Indigenous advisory committee following controversial Australia Day reversal fallout. Key members resign as debate continues.
Laos hostel reopens after methanol deaths of Australians
The Laos hostel where six tourists including two Australian teenagers died from methanol poisoning is set to reopen under a new name, sparking outrage from grieving families.
Four pets killed in devastating Corio house fire
A Geelong mother speaks out after losing four beloved pets in a Corio house fire. The tragic incident highlights pet safety and fire prevention measures.
Aboriginal Tourism Father Sam Lovell Dies at 92
Western Australia mourns Sam Lovell OAM, the pioneering Indigenous tourism leader who transformed cultural experiences. Discover his remarkable legacy and impact.
Illawarra Convoy 2025 Raises Millions for Community
Thousands lined the M1 to cheer the 2025 Illawarra Convoy, a massive truck procession that has raised over $27 million since 2005 for families facing life-threatening illnesses.
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