Emma Lancaster

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Emma Lancaster |Jai McAllister |Elinya Chenery |Jenaya Gibbs-Muir

Josh Gilbert ia a Worimi man, a farmer, a storyteller, and a fierce advocate for change in the agricultural sector. His new book, Australia's Agricultural Identity: An Aboriginal Yarn, challenges us to rethink not just how we farm, but how we understand the land, its history, and our place on it. Josh shares his personal story, cultural knowledge, and urgent call for truth-telling in a way that’s both deeply grounded and full of hope. Indigenous Australians, Indigenous Culture, Indigenous Policy

4 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Larissa Behrendt |Emma Lancaster |Jai McAllister |Elinya Chenery

When Linda Burney gave her first speech to Parliament in 2003 she spoke of growing up Aboriginal in a country where your reflection in the mirror was "at best ugly and distorted, and at worst non-existent" . It's a moment that encapsulates "the fighting Wiradjuri spirit" Linda brings to all facets of her life - a spirit tested through decades of battles, personal tragedies, and the complex balance between symbolic gestures and practical outcomes.

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Jai McAllister |Emma Lancaster |Jenaya Gibbs-Muir |Elinya Chenery

Tasma Walton discussed her career, life and discovery of her culture. Her new novel, I Am Nannertgarrook, based on the true story of her ancestor, explores the threads that link our ancient culture and beliefs with our ever-evolving stories. We'll also take a look at the First Nations Writers Festival, set to take place in Townsville at the end of the month.