YOU WONT BELIEVE: First nations | Mind Blowing Facts

Are Australia’s native bees thriving or declining? We don’t know but can find out

It’s a sight to behold.

The Conversation · Oct 2

Does Jordan’s Principle need reform, or just reliable funding?

The House of Commons of Canada adopted Jordan’s Principle in 2007 to ensure First Nations children have equitable access to government services. In February 2025, Ottawa tightened the rules on what qualifies and the effects were swift.

The Conversation · Oct 1

Indigenous grants to fight online and AI-powered abuse

Programs led by First Nations people and aimed at preventing online abuse have been given priority funding by a grants process run by the eSafety Commissioner.

AAP · Sep 30

Fears political frenzy not facts guiding youth justice

A national inquiry recommends evidence-based standards and a multi-agency safety task force to reduce youth incarceration and address systemic inequalities.

AAP · Sep 18

Artists boycotted this portrait prize over AI entries. Now they’re back to take them on

After two years shunning the Brisbane portrait prize, several artists are entering again, with some First Nations painters counting on another AI – ‘ancestral integrity’ – to help them win

The Guardian - AU · Sep 17

Australia closer to HIV target but disparities exist

Disproportionately high numbers of HIV in First Nations people reflect the need for better access to health care as Australia edges closer to its global target.

AAP · Sep 14

NY woman says NYPD pulled her over, still gave her a ticket despite a valid license. Why?: ‘kept insisting that I wasn’t American’

"Both of my parents are American. And yes, I am an American citizen.”

We Got This Covered · Sep 11

Weight-loss campaigns aimed at First Nations women look like drug marketing in disguise

If you’ve scrolled through social media or watched TV, you’ve probably seen campaigns featuring women describing how difficult weight loss can be. These say you’ve probably “tried everything”. Then, viewers are encouraged to “talk to a doctor” about managing their weight.

The Conversation · Sep 10

'Kick the gate open': Tongan tour a timely rugby dose

First Nations and Pasifika captain Triston Reilly has made a passionate case for annual action for the side after their big win in rugby-mad Tonga.

AAP · Sep 4

'If we're serious about it': Tonga's rugby reminder

Wycliff Palu, the former Wallaby with Tongan heritage, is invested in providing consistent exposure to the sport in a country that still loves rugby.

AAP · Sep 3