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Neanderthal DNA may refute 65,000-year-old date for human occupation in Australia, but not all experts are convinced
A new DNA model suggests humans didn't reach Australia until 50,000 years ago, but archaeological data disagrees.
Warning Indigenous compensation for 'genocide' will send Aussie state BROKE as bombshell 'Voice' plan drops
Premier Jacinta Allan has not ruled out a push to pay Indigenous Victorians for compensation over historical wrongs following ...
Remote cave discovery shows ancient voyagers brought rice across 2,300km of Pacific Ocean
New evidence from an ancient cave reveals that 3,500 years ago, the first Pacific islanders made a remarkable 2,300km voyage ...
WA liquor restrictions returning mixed results, independent review finds
The WA government has doubled down on plans to set the state's liquor laws in stone despite an independent review returning mixed results regarding harm reduction.
Faces of truth: Victorians fighting for a brighter Indigenous future
Leaders and witnesses of the Yoorrook Justice Commission shine a light on the effects of colonisation on Indigenous ...
Australia News Live: Western Australia under scrutiny for low vape fines despite 200,000 seizures
Welcome to our live blog tracking the latest news and developments from Australia. Stay updated with real-time insights into the country's economy, politics, civic issues, and security situation. From ...
Australians ‘have had an absolute gutful’ of Welcome to Country ceremonies, survey finds
Australians have tired of “pointless” Welcome to Country ceremonies, new polling data has revealed, amid calls for a “review” of their use at public events.
Survey finds Australians think Welcome to Country ceremonies are divisive
Welcome to Country ceremonies have worn out their welcome, with exclusive new data revealing the majority of Australians feel the acknowledgments have become divisive and overused.