NGAARDA STATEWIDE NEWS TUESDAY AUGUST 4TH 2026
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Traditional Owners are set to take greater control of Nhulunbuy’s future under an agreement to transfer the Arnhem Land town’s lease to the Rirratjiŋu clan after Rio Tinto ends mining operations in 2029.
Rising fuel prices are making it harder for Aboriginal families in the Gibson Desert to hunt, share cultural knowledge and spend time together on Country.
The District Court has heard former Broome bishop Christopher Saunders allegedly used a church account to buy alcohol for gatherings attended by young men—allegations he denies.
A long-awaited on-Country youth diversion program south of Derby has welcomed its first participants, reconnecting young people with culture, Country and positive role models.
Former federal treasurer Joe Hockey has backed plans for Australia’s biggest iron ore miners to join forces against growing price pressure from China.