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Mabo Day, 3 June, honours the life and legacy of proud Meriam man Eddie Koiki Mabo, the landmark 1992 High Court decision and marks the end of National Reconciliation Week.
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National Reconciliation Week begins today, with the anniversary of the Australian Government’s 1967 referendum to ensure First Nations peoples had the same rights as other Australians under the Australian Constitution.
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Today we acknowledge the deep hurt, grief and ongoing impacts carried by many First Nations people, families and communities, and stand in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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The Brotherhood of St. Laurence has launched its 2026-2028 Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), detailing its continued commitment to walking alongside First Nations peoples and communities in ways that are accountable, respectful and grounded in self-determination.
Read media releaseThe Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL), along with others in the sector, has long been calling for an overhaul of Australia’s employment services system.
Read media releaseThe Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL) welcomes the Victorian Government’s announcement to explore capping power rates on embedded networks through a consultation process.
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