NGAARDA STATEWIDE NEWS, THURSDAY MAY 28TH, 2026

Ngaarda News 2026 05 28

Tangiora Hinaki

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RECONCILIATION WEEK begins with renewed calls for truth-telling, as journalist Narelda Jacobs urges Western Australians to confront racism and support long-term reform for First Nations communities.

• Thousands gathered on Yinggarda Country for the inaugural Gnulli Festival in Carnarvon, where culture, storytelling and a spectacular drone skyshow brought local histories and community connections to life.

• WA Police are searching for two serious offenders accused of breaching mandatory reporting conditions, with appeals for public assistance to help locate the men linked to Geraldton and Perth.

• Former WA Nationals MP Martin Aldridge has been appointed caretaker commissioner for the Shire of Carnarvon after a string of resignations left the council unable to function.

• New South Wales has pulled off one of the greatest State of Origin comebacks ever, with James Tedesco scoring a last-second try to seal a dramatic 26-24 win over Queensland in Brisbane.

• The WA Government has launched a new FASD Prevention Network and community grants program aimed at reducing alcohol-related harm during pregnancy and supporting early prevention across the state.