The NSW Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC) stands resolute in believing the date of Australia Day should change, and will continue to stand up for mob in the face of recent divisive comments made by Commonwealth politicians.
“We’re sick of the disrespectful cheap shots about the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags, and the Welcome to Country ceremonies.…
The NSW Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC) has welcomed the NSW Government’s rezoning plans for Parramatta North and the important role Deerubbin Local Aboriginal Land Council will play in the process.
“We welcome the inclusion of land owned by Deerubbin LALC within the proposed 42-hectare site in Parramatta North, comprising almost 10% of the precinct,’’ NSWALC Chairperson Councillor Raymond Kelly said.…
Dear Land Rights network,
On behalf of the NSWALC Council, thank you all for your ongoing commitment to driving Aboriginal land rights in NSW.
Over the past year, we have made significant gains for our network and our people.
We continue to lodge, negotiate and litigate Aboriginal land claims, alongside LALCs.…
The NSW Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC) has welcomed today’s decision to uphold its appeal regarding a land claim over Crown land associated with a private college site in the Sutherland Shire.
Following the successful appeal, ownership of the parcel will transfer to the Gandangara Local Aboriginal Land Council (GLALC).…
The NSW Government has released its Aboriginal Fishing Draft Regulation (Draft Regulation). The Draft Regulation is open for consultation until 16 February 2025. Submissions can be made here.
The NSW Government states the purpose of the draft regulation is to support the commencement of section 21AA (a special provision for Aboriginal cultural fishing) and to provide daily take and possession limits for fish and invertebrates that recognise the spiritual, social and customary significance of fisheries resources to Aboriginal people that can be applied across NSW within a sustainable natural resource management framework.…
The NSW Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC) is disappointed the NSW Government is persisting with keeping bag and possession limits for Aboriginal cultural fishing.
“The NSW Government is giving with one hand, yet trying to take away with another with the recently released draft Aboriginal Fishing Regulation,’’ NSWALC Chairperson Cr Raymond Kelly said.…
The New South Wales Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC) has announced the successful recipients of the 2024 Regional Event Grants program. This year, 20 community organisations have been awarded grants to host events throughout the upcoming financial year, showcasing the rich culture of Aboriginal communities across the state.…
