Category Archives: National

The role of Indigenous languages in Closing the Gap and improving outcomes for Indigenous communities is the subject of a new inquiry by the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs. The inquiry will examine … Continue reading →

On Friday the 26th August librarians and archivists from around the country will meet at the State Library of New South Wales in Sydney for the second National Indigenous Languages Collections Meeting.

In addition to the consultations for the recently published Draft Shape of the Australian Curriculum: Languages ACARA has called for discussion and feedback on the cross-curriculum priorities in the Australian Curriculum. ‘Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures’ is … Continue reading →

Members of the Eastern States Aboriginal Languages Group were pleased to be involved in the Puliima National Indigenous Languages Forum again this year.

The draft Shape of the Australian Curriculum: Languages is now available for national consultation.

In November 2010 Prime Minister Julia Gillard announced a proposal to establish an expert panel to consult on options for a constitutional amendment to recognise Indigenous Australians. ESALG has contacted the Prime Minister to recommend that the expert panel advising … Continue reading →

In July 2010 The Gillard Government announced a review of the Government’s investment in the Indigenous broadcasting and media sector. The stated aim was to ensure that the resources allocated to Indigenous broadcasting are delivering the best outcomes for Indigenous … Continue reading →

Members of the Eastern States Aboriginal Languages Group are taking a keen role in supporting the planning and consultation for the Puliima National Indigenous Languages and Technology Forum coming up in Brisbane this May.