The Wound
Injustice from the impact of colonisation.
Discrimination and prejudice towards First Nations people seems hardwired into our society’s very DNA. So how did it start and what can we do about it?
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Something's not right
Why are many First Nations people in Australia experiencing disadvantage and injustice?
Who are Indigenous Australians?
Just 30% of the general Australian community socialise with Indigenous people.
First Nations disadvantage in Australia
Disadvantage may have both immediate social, economic and cultural determinants, and deeper underlying causes.
Intergenerational trauma
Why many First Nations people in Australia can't simply 'get over it' and 'move on'.
The lack of treaty
Did you know Australia doesn’t have a treaty with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples?
The Intervention
It's not hard to look back at the history of colonisation in this country and see that authorities mistreated First…
Bob's story
Bob has struggled to let go of the resentment he feels towards the government, church and society for the role they…
Losing home – Iris's story
Growing up on Cherbourg mission, Aunty Iris's family was under the complete control of government authorities.
Miliwanga's story
Miliwanga reflects on the Intervention's impact on her Northern Territory community.
Separation - Ruth's story
As a young child, Ruth was separated from her mum on Cherbourg mission, Queensland.
Our History
A past that shapes our story as a nation.
Stories of our past reveal how the lingering injustices of colonisation continue to affect First Nations people in Australia, despite determined efforts to resist and overcome this adversity
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What about history?
Have you heard someone ask, "Why can’t Indigenous people just get over it? After all, it happened ages ago..."
Colonisation
The colonisation of this land we now call Australia had a devastating impact on First Nations people, who have lived…
In the name of protection
As a result of forcible removal, many Indigenous people were robbed of the culture and language specific to their…
Busting the myth of peaceful settlement
First hand accounts, newspaper articles and diaries to reveal the tragically violent and bloody nature of…
The Stolen Generations
Between 1910 and the 1970s*, many First Nations children were forcibly removed from their families as a result of…
Early colonial attitudes
Newspapers and journals shed light on 19th century attitudes which regarded Indigenous people as inferior.
Early missionaries to Australia
Who were the early missionaries, and what impact did they have?
A white Australia
The devastating effects of assimilation policies.
What's the fuss about Jan 26?
Australia Day claims to be about unifying all people who call Australia home, and yet ironically, it’s a divisive…
The civil rights movement in Australia
By the mid 1960s, opposition to assimilation by First Nations people was strengthening and a civil rights movement…
The 1967 Referendum
What was it and what did it achieve?
Mabo and Native Title
The momentous Mabo case finally acknowledged the history of First Nations dispossession in Australia.
Wave Hill Walk-off
A landmark event that inspired national change
Australia Day
What’s Australia Day? Why do we celebrate it? How can we approach January 26 respectfully?
Australia Day: answers to tricky questions
There are many different opinions about Australia Day. Here are some answers to the most common questions you’ll…
Anzac Day - Lest we forget
Anzac Day, 25 April, is an important day for all Australians when we remember the sacrifice and contribution made…
Separation - Ruth's story
As a young child, Ruth was separated from her mum on Cherbourg mission, Queensland.
Losing home – Iris's story
Growing up on Cherbourg mission, Aunty Iris's family was under the complete control of government authorities.
Stolen wages – Iris's story
Aunty Iris is one of hundreds of First Nations people whose wages were stolen.
Doug's story
Racism has been a constant part of Uncle Doug’s life. Advance Australia Fair?
Bob's story
Bob has struggled to let go of the resentment he feels towards the government, church and society for the role they…
Why me?
What’s it got to do with me?
As Australians, we’re all connected – geographically, politically, socially and economically. We share life on land that underwent great upheaval at colonisation.
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What does this have to do with me?
There’s an injustice in our nation that originated with the beginning of British colonisation and is ongoing today.
Australia Day: answers to tricky questions
There are many different opinions about Australia Day. Here are some answers to the most common questions you’ll…
What's the fuss about Jan 26?
Australia Day claims to be about unifying all people who call Australia home, and yet ironically, it’s a divisive…
Mabo and Native Title
The momentous Mabo case finally acknowledged the history of First Nations dispossession in Australia.
Busting the myth of peaceful settlement
First hand accounts, newspaper articles and diaries to reveal the tragically violent and bloody nature of…
Our Cultures
Know about your culture and value the cultures of others.
No matter who you are, we all have culture. Each person’s culture is important; it’s part of what makes us who we are.
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Aboriginal spirituality
Uncle Graham Paulson shares his insights into Aboriginal spirituality.
Welcome to and Acknowledgement of Country
Welcome to Country and an Acknowledgement of Country recognise the continuing connection First Nations people have…
Why are culture and identity important?
How understanding culture and identity can make a difference in our nation.
The importance of land
Relationship with the land remains fundamental to the identity and way of life of many First Nations people.
Bob's story
Bob has struggled to let go of the resentment he feels towards the government, church and society for the role they…
First Nations kinship
For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, kinship is a way of being. The heart of First Nations society.
My Response
Steps we can take to build a brighter future.
A brighter future for all Australians is possible, and to get there we each need to play our part.
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What can I do?
Even little steps lead to a big change, as long as we do it together.
Connecting locally with First Nations communities
Read about where to start when looking to connect with your local First Nations communities.
Attending First-Nations-led events
Attending a First-Nations-led public event is a great opportunity to come together as a first step towards building…
Fiona's story
How engaging locally can make a difference.
Mark's story
How a window cleaner from Melbourne used 2,080 Rubiks cubes to share a story of Indigenous struggle and resilience.
