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First Nations

The Surprising Way Doctors Are Combating Vaccine Hesitancy In Aboriginal Communities
Indigenous Australians are extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 and doctors fear vaccine hesitancy could increase the risks.
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'Sick Of Fighting': Racism To Be Addressed In New AFL Doco
Carlton player Eddie Betts speaks of how racism "hurts" him and his family in the 'Making Their Mark' trailer.
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New Zealand Maori Leader Ejected From Parliament For Not Wearing Necktie
Rawiri Waititi, who has called ties a colonial noose, was prevented from asking questions in the debating chamber.
By Praveen Menon, Reuters

Chris Hemsworth Slams Australia Day: It Signifies Abuse Of First Nations Australians
Lets find a date where all Australians can celebrate this beautiful country together, the actor said.
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The Best Aussie-Made Gifts To Support Small Local Businesses This Christmas
Ho ho homemade!
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Australia And India Cricket Teams Take Anti-Racism Stand With 'Barefoot Circle'
The cricketers showed support for the BLM movement and acknowledged First Nations Australians before the match started.
By Nick Mulvenney, Reuters

Australian Candy Brand Finally Changes Its Name After Controversial Backlash
Comes after backlash over the derogatory terms referring to First Nations American peoples and those of Latin American descent.
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Diverse Cast Revealed For Australian Hamilton
Handpicked by Lin-Manuel Miranda himself.
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The Sacred Story You Didnt Know Of Migaloo, Australia's World-Famous Albino Whale
The all-white whale has made annual headline-grabbing appearances since the first recorded spotting off Byron Bay in 1991.
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