S02-E16: 50 Aboriginal trackers left behind after Boer War?

S02-E16: 50 Aboriginal trackers left behind after Boer War? Busting the myth.

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For several decades there has been a story that has gained popularity, about the Australian Military Forces leaving behind in South Africa 50 Aboriginal Trackers. In this interview we speak with noted military historian - focusing on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander military service - Peter Bakker. Can the story stand up to scrutiny?

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S03-E19: Dja Dja Wurrung barely considered in Victorian Government’s dingo planning

Send us a textAs we continue our investigation into the State Government’s blatant disregard of First Nations’ advice on the matter of dingo protection in Victoria, VAN’s Charles Pakana speaks with the CEO of DJAARA, the Dja Dja Wurrung clans, Uncle Rodney Carter. This conversation adds further...

Published 11/30/24

S03-E18: A yarn by the mighty Murray River with Uncle Col Clark

Send us a textOn a recent trip up to Latje Latje Country, specifically Mildura, VAN's Charles Pakana caught up with Barkindji Elder, Uncle Col Clark. Sitting by the southern bank of the mighty Murray River, they yarned about reconciliation in a post-referendum Victoria.

Published 11/26/24

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Published 11/26/24