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Eddie Mabo changed Australia. Thirty years on, what's his legacy?
2 years, 6 months ago

Eddie Mabo changed Australia. Thirty years on, what's his legacy?

ABC  

As Eddie 'Koiki' Mabo sketched out his plans to shake the foundations of Australian law, he told his teenage daughter his prophecy: "One day, all of Australia will know my name." Key points: Today marks 30 years since the landmark Mabo decision was handed down by the High Court The case paved the way for Indigenous land rights and native …

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This teacher taught Aboriginal children 'leading and writing'. His students changed Australia for the better
4 years, 1 month ago

This teacher taught Aboriginal children 'leading and writing'. His students changed Australia for the better

ABC  

If a teacher's success is measured by their students' achievements, then Thomas Shadrach James must be one of the most successful teachers in Australian history. Roll call Thomas Shadrach James's students included: Doug Nicholls: Athlete, pastor, activist, governor of South Australia Athlete, pastor, activist, governor of South Australia Margaret Tucker: Writer, activist, co-founder Australian Aborigines League Writer, activist, co-founder Australian …

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