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Thomas Mayo, one year on from the referendum still urges all Australians onwards to a better country
14 October 2024
We catch up with Thomas Mayo exactly one year after the failed referendum. Ever the optimist and activist, he talks about his book and strong ways forward for all Australians
In conversation with Bruce Pascoe – at 77 he’s nowhere near prepared to slow down or give in
12 August 2024
Discussing everything from the referendum and cultural responsibilities right through to conservative media and "what's next", we engage in an in-depth interview with Bruce Pascoe.
Podcast: Yes campaigner Thomas Mayo discusses ways forward for justice in post-referendum Australia
9 February 2024
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: Racism, RAPs and Substantive Reconciliation – a yarn with Professor Andrew Gunstone
30 January 2024
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.
Podcast: Cultural Safety in the workplace, and where to following the referendum?
25 January 2024
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.
VAN Talks Episode 01: Reconciliation in Victoria discussion with Professor Andrew Gunstone
17 November 2023
We initiate a series of discussions about Reconciliation in Victoria, starting with internationally renowned Reconciliation expert, Professor Andrew Gunstone.
Despite an overwhelming “No” vote, the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria remains reassuringly steadfast in its goals
15 October 2023
On the morning after Australia voted No to a Voice to Parliament, the First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria held a press conference with a strong message of moving forward.
Episode 40: “It’s absolutely critical, regardless of the outcome, that we try and bring people back together.”
10 October 2023
Co-Chair of the First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria, Gunditjmara man Rueben Berg, reflects on the divisive nature of the campaign and the need to heal community post referendum.
Episode 39: $ Billions could be saved in healthcare alone by virtue of a Voice to Parliament – Lowitja Institute
5 October 2023
With appropriate co-design of services and administration, CEO of Lowitja Institute, Adjunct Professor Janine Mohamed believes the Voice could save billions of dollars.
Episode 38: From an Aboriginal journalist’s perspective, it’s been a crazy campaign. JP Janke speaks out honestly and frankly.
2 October 2023
SBS/NITV The Point co-host JP Janke talks on the Referendum 2023 Tapes podcast on topics ranging from "fear over fact" to First Nations media's role post referendum.
Episode 37: Decades of experience with government and bureaucracy give Uncle Andrew Jackomos a unique perspective on the voice
29 September 2023
With decades of experience with government and bureaucracy under his belt, Uncle Andrew Jackomos joins Charles to discuss the Voice to Parliament.
Wurundjeri Corporation take a formal position on the voice to Parliament…YES!
29 September 2023
After months of careful consideration and community consultation, Wurundjeri Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation says YES to the Voice.
Voice information released in 30 First Nations languages
29 September 2023
Uluru Dialogue provides new translations to complement existing library of Dialogue and other materials in First Nations and other languages.
Episode 36: Victoria’s Taungurung People Supporting “Yes” for ALL First Nations Communities Across Australia
28 September 2023
CEO of the Taungurung Land and Waters Council Matthew Burns shares his thoughts on the positive impacts on all Australians - Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal - of a First Nations Voice to Parliament
Episode 35: Gunditjmara man Jason Mifsud shares the rationale of his “cautious Yes” approach to a Voice to Parliament
27 September 2023
Based on years of experience in government and community, Jason Mifsud is a Yes vote for the Voice to Parliament...but is approaching it with legitimate caution.
Episode 34: Redefining who we are as a country. Ian Hamm’s unique perspective on a First Nations Voice to Parliament.
26 September 2023
Yorta Yorta man Ian Hamm gives his unique insight into a Voice to Parliament - pushing well beyond the deficit model.
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