NGAARDA NEWS THURSDAY 16TH 2026

A new report backed by the Human Rights Law Centre is fuelling calls to ban strip searches in women’s prisons, with advocates like Kelly Flanagan saying the practice is harmful and outdated.

  • A 16-year mining dispute between Hancock Prospecting and Wright Prospecting has ended with a major royalty payout linked to the Hope Downs project, marking a partial win for both sides.

  • WA Police Force is defending its social media moderation policies after criticism over racist comments, saying it will continue removing posts case by case rather than disabling comments entirely.

  • A new Aboriginal-led energy initiative has been launched in Karratha, aiming to drive jobs and long-term opportunities for Traditional Owner communities in the Pilbara.

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