THE VAN POST LIBRARY
This is where you’ll find all the news stories, podcasts and videos created and posted by the Victorian Aboriginal News team.
VAN and 3KND sign a six-month memorandum of understanding on broadcasting of VAN content
After nearly three years "off air", Victorian Aboriginal News enters into a new memorandum of understanding with Aboriginal radio station 3KND.
Seeking to identify and recognise all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander service personnel
From his office at the Australian War Memorial, Michael Bell devotes his life to identifying and gaining recognition for all the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander service personnel
Commemorating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander service personnel from the Boer War onwards
How an Egyptian-born retired RAAF Flight Sergeant has been fighting for nearly 20 years for the recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander service personnel
Shedding light on the story of 50 Aboriginal trackers left behind after the Boer War
We speak to historian Peter Bakker to dig down in history and discover the truth around the story of 50 Black trackers left behind in South Africa after the Boer War.
Our hit music program, Sixties Sojourn, returns to 3KND
All the best music from the decade that gave the world nothing less than the very best of music - the 60s. Hosted by VAN's Charles Pakana.
Day 3 of the Statewide Treaty Conference leading up to Victoria’s Statewide Treaty
Continuing our coverage for day 3 of the FPAV’s Statewide Treaty Gathering in the leadup to the historic State Treaty to be negotiated later this year.
A discussion on the progress towards reconciliation post the 2023 referendum
A joint presentation by Professor Andrew Gunstone (National Centre for Reconciliation, Truth and Justice) and VAN's Charles Pakana on reconciliation post the referendum.
Podcast: Coranderrk truth-telling with Uncle Dave Wandin (Part 2)
We continue our yarning with Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Elder Uncle Dave Wandin about the history and future of the Coranderrk Aboriginal mission.
Partner: The NED Foundation – providing critical funding for the VAN Leader Tapes project
Series 2 of the VAN Leader Tapes given the green light thanks to the very generous support of the NED Foundation.
Podcast: Coranderrk truth-telling with Uncle Dave Wandin (Part 1)
In this extended episode, Charles speaks with Wurundjeri woi-wurrung Elder Uncle Dave Wandin about the true history of the Coranderrk mission.
Podcast: Aboriginal business – the realities, the challenges and the way forward
In this far-reaching interview, Dr Michelle Evans delivers insight into indigenous business from the perspectives of the business owner and prospective purchaser.
The VAN Leader Tapes: Uncle Herb Patten – growing up and influenced by some of the greatest leaders
In this video Uncle Herb Patten passes on some of his recollections and words of advice to the emerging Aboriginal leaders who will help to shape the future.
Our incredible Partnerships and Special Projects Manager, Sophie
Sophie Kahl, VAN's Partnerships and Special Projects Manager proves time and time again to be the backbone of VAN partnerships and funding.
Podcast: Yes campaigner Thomas Mayo discusses ways forward for justice in post-referendum Australia
We catch up with Thomas Mayo nearly four months after the referendum to discuss “where to from here?” and gaining greater awareness of key issues.
Podcast: At it again – Andrew Bolt attacks Wurundjeri Elder Aunty Diane Kerr and traditional medicine
Earlier this year, Sky News commentator Andrew Bolt launched an attack on Wurundjeri Elder Aunty Diane Kerr. We fact-checked his commentary and respond accordingly!
Podcast: Racism, RAPs and Substantive Reconciliation – a yarn with Professor Andrew Gunstone
Following the referendum, many have claimed that anti-Aboriginal sentiments are on the rise. Prof. Andrew Gunstone experienced this first-hand when he was boo’d off stage during a presentation on 26 Jan.
VAN’s Charles Pakana calls for Treaty supporters to learn from the 2023 Referendum campaign
VAN Founder Charles Pakana urges support for Treaty at a gathering at Flemington on the 26th of January 2024.
Podcast: Cultural Safety in the workplace, and where to following the referendum?
With "cultural safety" being bandied around everywhere, we hear from two highly experienced cultural safety trainers and advocates, as well as Rev. Uncle Glenn Loughrey returns.
Assembly responds to the Victorian Coalition’s backflip on commitment to Treaty
In response to the Victorian Coalition's sudden Treaty backflip, the Assembly assures all Victorians that the entire state benefits from Treaty.
Podcast: Treaty in Victoria – a government perspective from Treaty and First Nations Minister Natalie Hutchins, MP
Natalie Hutchins MP, Minister for Treaty and First Nations, talks about the government's treaty preparation; and Uncle Rodney Carter, one of the two co-Chairs of the Assembly's Elders Voice.
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