Queensland achieves nation-leading recognition of Torres Strait Islander traditional child rearing practice
Queensland today (Tuesday, September 7) marks the historic milestone of the opening of applications to recognise Torres Strait Islander traditional child rearing practice under new law that translates as “for […]
Budget invests in cultures and better outcomes for First Nations people
The Palaszczuk Government is continuing to invest in First Nations people with over $74 million including new funding in this year’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships budget focused on […]
Commissioner Meriba Omasker Kaziw Kazipa announced
JOINT STATEMENT Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Minister for Women and Minister for the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence The Honourable Shannon Fentiman Minister for Seniors and Disability Services […]
Palaszczuk Government passes Meriba Omasker Kaziw Kazipa Act 2020
Premier and Minister for Trade The Honourable Annastacia Palaszczuk Historic legislation passed in Queensland Parliament today will enable legal recognition of Torres Strait Islander traditional child rearing practices. Torres Strait […]
Torres Strait Islander families a step closer to legal recognition
An historic day in State Parliament today (Thursday 16 July), after new legislation was introduced that brings Torres Strait Islander families and communities in Queensland a step closer to legal […]
Torres Strait child rearing practices to be enshrined in law
Deputy Premier, Treasurer and Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships The Honourable Jackie Trad Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders will help to develop new legislation that officially recognises traditional […]