This study investigated factors that correlate with gambling-related problems among the Indigenous population. There are significant variations between states and territories in the percentage of Indigenous people reporting gambling related problems for themselves or their family and social networks. The report conducts a literature review on gambling and Indigenous people, examines the extent to which...

This paper argues that the policy gap revealed by this event should be filled by a national commitment to serious consideration of evidence, and recognition of Indigenous language rights. It is anticipated that this paper will stimulate political discussion on using evidence-based research to improve education for Australia’s Indigenous children.

Aboriginal patients from remote areas have special needs when interacting with health systems, and these needs must be met for safe care practices and optimal health outcomes to be achieved. A growing body of evidence suggests that relatively small modifi cations to existing systems and practices can lead to substantial improvements in health outcomes for...

This paper summarise the various meanings which have been applied to the notion of traditional ownership, based on a review of the published literature on the subject. It starts with a brief summation of the various definitions which have been included in Australian State and Commonwealth legislation, before focusing on three issues which are the...

This report on a recent forum in Melbourne that brought together teachers of Indigenous students, Aboriginal education unit representatives and contact liaison officers from the states and territories, discusses the use of digital curriculum resources. The forum explored recent research and shared experiences about how teachers are using digital curriculum resources to improve outcomes and...