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"It's got universal themes, that work around things like colonisation impacts, things of how to decolonise, impacts of religion on family dynamics, grief, loss and climate change" - Grace Iwashita-Taylor

Curator and co-creator of UPU Grace Iwashita-Taylor gives insight into the theatre poetry production, UPU, joining the line up at Kindred People Festival.

Hundreds have gathered in Kalkarindji in the Northern Territory this weekend to celebrate the Freedom Day Festival, a marking the 60th anniversary of the Wave Hill walk-off.

60 years ago, 200 Gurindji, Mudburra and Warlpiri people walked off a remote cattle station in the Northern Territory, the Wave Hill Walk-Off the start of the modern Aboriginal Land Rights movement.

Proud Gadigal woman Konstantina (AKA Kate Constantine) reflects on the success of her recent exhibitions in France and Switzerland.

Independent Member for Mulka, Yiŋiya Mark Guyula, in the Northern Territory is stepping down from politics.

Professor Nareen Young joins NITV Radio to talk about a new guide from the Centre for Indigenous People and Work urging Australian employers to rethink workplace flexibility and better accommodate the cultural, caring and community obligations of Indigenous employees. The guidance highlights the particular experiences of Indigenous women, who often face greater scrutiny when accessing flexible arrangements. It calls for culturally informed policies that recognise kinship, Sorry Business, ceremonial responsibilities and connections to Country as legitimate workplace considerations.

Conversation with Professor Cheryl Kicket-Tucker AM about her children's book Nini Yabini which has been selected for the IBBY-UNESCO collection of remarkable books for young readers in Indigenous and endangered languages.

We talk with playwright Jorjia Gillis unpacking the experience of motherhood her new play, Mum Club.

"Elders coming back that would have been part of passing forward that inter-generational knowledge, so thats the disruption is important to wider communities"

Victim-survivors of sexual assault will get specialist help to navigate the justice system under a new 4.3-million-dollar trial in New South Wales.

In part two of this NITV Radio interview, First Nations distiller Claire Ryder discusses how STEM education and entrepreneurship drive economic empowerment for Indigenous women. She encourages women to embrace science, view it as an accessible "cheat code to life," and push through male-dominated spaces. Ryder highlights the importance of balancing knowledge-sharing with cultural protocols, returning business profits back into community empowerment, and inspiring future generations by showing how science and traditional knowledge work hand-in-hand.

In a conversation wiht NITV Radio, Wiradjuri woman and distiller Claire Ryder discusses her participation in National Science Week and her work with On Country Craft Distillery—Australia's only distillery 100% owned and managed by First Nations women. She explores how traditional Indigenous plant knowledge intersects with modern chemical science, detailing unique native aromatics like lemon myrtle, anise myrtle, and native lemongrass. Ryder also highlights sustainable harvesting practices and the role of bio-indicators in respecting Country and protecting native ecosystems

Walmatjarri and Bunuba artist KAYPS, releases his new album, Bunuba Baby.

Two SBS journalists, both who are migrants to Australia, experience the 26th Garma Festival, Australia's largest Indigenous gathering.

Australia's largest Indigenous gathering celebrating 'Bukmuk', everyone in a transformational sharing of culture, traditions and storytelling.

Winning the Innovation Award at the National NAIDOC awards is the Young Indigenous Women's STEM Academy.

Proud Gadigal woman Konstantina reflects on the success of her recent exhibitions in France and Switzerland, including the acclaimed Birrung Ngura - Belonging to Country exhibition in Paris. She discusses the growing international appreciation for contemporary Indigenous art, the importance of storytelling in preserving culture, and the role art plays in fostering empathy and cross-cultural understanding. Konstantina also highlights the opportunities global recognition creates for Indigenous artists and future generations, while emphasizing the enduring connection between her artistic practice, Country, and community

"Lulujaru represents my connection to my family, and a representation of the land, skies and how we sort of move through Country" - Cissi Gore-Birch.

Jorjia Gillis features an ensemble that explores the messy, funny, glorious resilience of Blak motherhood.

Aunty Beryl Van-Oploo OAM is a Redfern Elder and culinary pioneer who has become the first sitter in the National Portrait Gallery in a conversation with artist Dennis Golding.

Foreign Minister Penny Wong is set to use a speech at the Lowy Institute today, to criticise One Nation's call for a monoculture, saying the approach is a risk to national security and would jeopardise the nation's world standing.

Supply Nation CEO Kate Russell joined NITV Radio from Connect 2026 in Boorloo to reflect on the growth and impact of Australia's Indigenous business sector.

"I wanted to speak to, local men, the stuff that local men do around here, the issues that we face and how we overcome them" - Lucas Schober.

Emerging designer and Darwin local Lucus Schober, shares his story leading up to his debut at Country to Couture as a designer.

The government is seeking to reassure people that the Census will be safe, following recent instances of AI bots going rogue and data breaches in large organisations.

The Quandamooka festival is a multi-artform event that celebrates continuing culture of the Nughi, Nunukul, and Goenpul clans of Quandamooka.

Quandamooka festival is gearing up for 2026 celebrations, and is calling on community for stallholders, artists, vendors and more.

"It made me ask myself the question, what would we look like if we, as Blak women, had the freedom to adorn ourselves and to feel beautiful with in ourselves?".

Jasmine was selected for her deeply personal artistic practice exploring motherhood, healing, identity and cultural connection.

Baker Boy has won three awards at this year's the National Indigenous Music Awards.

The latest National and International news for the 8th August 2026.

Catch up on whats making news for Friday 7 August 2026.

Selected as a Telstra Work on Paper Award finalist in the 2026 National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards (NATSIAA), Angkamuthi and Yadhaykana artist Teho Ropeyarn reawakens Ancestral narratives through monumental printmaking.

Selected as a finalist for the Wandjuk Marika Memorial 3D Award in the 2026 National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards (NATSIAA), Lower Southern Arrernte artist Jennifer Kemarre Martiniello OAM translates ancestral lineage and place into masterfully blown glass.

As Supply Nation prepares to host its flagship event, Connect 2026, NITV Radio speaks with CEO Kate Russell about the continued growth of the Indigenous business sector and the role supplier diversity plays in creating economic opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Kamilaroi artist Dennis Golding has created the National Portrait Gallery's first etching — a collaborative portrait of Redfern Elder Aunty Beryl Van-Oploo OAM that transforms a simple cup of tea into a permanent monument of community and belonging.

Redfern Elder and culinary pioneer Aunty Beryl Van-Oploo OAM has become the first sitter in the National Portrait Gallery to be immortalised in etching, unveiled by Governor-General Sam Mostyn.

The latest National and International news for the 5th August 2026.

Catch up on whats making news for Wednesday 5 August 2026.

Siena Stubbs is a prominent young Yolŋu leader, artist, filmaker and Garma youth forum participant and speaks with NITV's Breanna Holden about her short film 'Maŋutji (Catching Eyes)', which recently screened at the Sydney Film Festival before being showcased at the Garma Festival.

Yothu Yindi Foundation CEO Denise Bowden welcomed delegates to the Garma Festival with an opening address centred on this year's theme, Bukmak (Everyone).

Foreign Minister Penny Wong used her keynote address at the Garma Festival to highlight the enduring relationships between First Nations peoples and their Pacific neighbours, describing them as a strategic national advantage for Australia.

Minister for Indigenous Australians and Yanyuwa woman Malarndirri McCarthy addressed the crowd at Gulkula, reflecting on the significance of the 50th anniversary of the Aboriginal Land Rights Act NT.

Senior Gumatj leader and Yothu Yindi Foundation Chair Djawa Yunupiŋu has announced plans to establish the Dilak Land Council, a new standalone body representing 13 Yolŋu clans across northeast Arnhem Land.

Recognised as a passionate youth advocate, mentor and the 2025 Northern Territory Young Achiever, Budat Maymuru joined the 'She Power Forum' on day one at the Garma Festival.

Young mob were treated to a special surprise at the Garma Festival when Bluey made an appearance.

Northern Territory Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro used her first keynote address at the Garma Festival to announce a major Aboriginal land tenure agreement aimed at securing the long term future of Nhulunbuy as the Rio Tinto mine prepares to wind down.

National Commissioner for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Young People, Sue-Anne Hunter, opened the Garma Education Forum with a keynote speech on day one of the festival.

The latest National and International news for the 31st July 2026.

The countdown is on for the 26th annual Garma Festival, with thousands set to gather at the Gulkula ceremonial site in northeast Arnhem Land from 31 July to 3 August.