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NITV Radio's Kerri-Lee Barry in conversation with LIVING BLACK host Karla Grant on the TV programs series return on NITV this evening. Living Black will return to National Indigenous Television (NITV) on Monday April 20 at 8:30pm, while The Point returns on Tuesday May 26 at 7:30pm. All episodes will also be available on SBS On Demand. LIVING BLACK Celebrating 23 Years of Impact Premiering on Monday April 20, Living Black returns with 15 brand new episodes, marking an extraordinary milestone as Australia's longest-running Indigenous current affairs television program and celebrating 23 years on air. Hosted by Walkley Award-winning journalist, producer and presenter, proud Western Arrernte woman Karla Grant, the program continues its legacy of powerful, in-depth investigations and compelling conversations.

NITV Radio brings stories from across the country sharing whats happening in communities with host, Lowanna Grant.

The latest National and International news for the 15th April 2026.

Catch up on whats making news for Wednesday 15th April 2026.

Today the Duke of Sussex visited the Australian War Memorial (AWM) in Canberra and the visit today had an Indigenous focus. The Duke of Sussex met with Indigenous veterans and heard their military experience and personal stories. Also featured today at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra ACT - A Welcome to Country and a Smoking ceremony.

Allan Anderson, Co-Founder of The Rainforest to Bush cultural experiences located in the lush Atherton Tablelands, near Cairns in Far North Queensland.

"There is a relationship between the performing arts and the way that we tell stories in the continent that is deeply rich", Harley Mann.

Bones discovered by construction workers on Rottnest Island have been forensically tested and confirmed to have Indigenous ancestry.

The National Centre of Indigenous Excellence (NCIE) recently celebrated the release of Aunty Beryl's Cookbook: Heartwarming Recipes and Stories of First Nations Food, a powerful new collection that brings together food, culture and storytelling.

NITV Radio brings stories from across the country sharing whats happening in communities with host, Lowanna Grant.

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

CEO of Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation (WAC), Leon Rui returns from New Zealand with WAC delegation for a historic cultural and economic exchange.

A conversation with Leon Rui, CEO of the Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation, after the return of a delegation invited to Aotearoa New Zealand for and economic exchange.

Easter Long weekend marred by a string of road fatalities across the country.

This week we continue to honour a Aunty Rhoda Roberts,whose life's work reshaped Australia's media, arts and cultural landscape.

Elder, leader and cultural storyteller Aunty Rhoda Roberts has been mourned in a moving funeral service celebrating her life and many achievements.

"This is how we build leadership, strengthen expertise across cancer care, and drive real, lasting change for our people." - Tamara Murdock.

Curator, Tom Molyneux Gunditjmara man talks all things 'Kindred People', a week-long festival in its inaugural year.

New South Wales Transport Minister John Graham says the state government will not introduce short-term fare free travel.

Honouring the life and legacy of Aunty Rhoda Roberts, who has dedicated her life to truth-telling, creativity and cultural strength.

The New South Wales government has announced it will delay discussion of changes to crown land laws which have been described as a stealth attack on Aboriginal land rights.

On today's program, we pause to honour and pay our deepest respects to Aunty Rhoda Roberts AO, a proud Widjabul Wia-bal woman, cultural leader, storyteller and one of Australia's most influential trailblazers. Aunty Rhoda passed away on Saturday 21st March at the age of 66, after a battle with cancer.

The latest National and International news for the 18th March 2026.

"It's about supporting the next generation of of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders" - Tamara Murdock.

Artists Brooke Wandin and Tarryn Love will deliver two public art commissions with The Melbourne Arts Precinct Corporation.

The federal government has approved a request from the Northern Territory government for Australian Defense Force personnel to assist with flooding clean-up.

NITV Radio brings stories from across the country sharing whats happening in communities with host, Lowanna Grant.

Catch up on what has been making news this week on NITV Radio's News Wrap of the week.

Catch up on whats making news for Friday 13 March 2026.

The latest National and International news for the 11th March 2026.

Catch up on whats making news for Wednesday 11th March 2026.

"It really helped me reconnect with my roots

Actor and host Ruby Rose also features on Episode 3, sharing her own personal experience on her time spent at The Aboriginal Healthcare Unit at St Vincent's Hospital Sydney.

Police say 22 year old Aidan Becker died at Mernda Railway Station in Melbourne's northeast on Friday evening after intervening to protect a 14-year-old boy from a group of four alleged teenage attackers.

This week on Going Places with Ernie Dingo, co-host Rae Johnston takes viewers on an unforgettable journey through the Victorian Alps. From adrenaline-fueled sled rides with a pack of Siberian Huskies to meeting a traditional hat maker keeping a centuries-old craft alive, the episode is a perfect mix of adventure, culture, and breathtaking scenery.

Rae Johnston meets a pack of Siberian Huskies in the Victorian High Country, co-hosting this week's Going Places with Ernie Dingo in a conversation with NITV Radio.

The use of an antibiotic in the Tasmanian salmon industry has been suspended, on fears it will put Australia's export markets at risk.

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS is a new website. A simple easy to read guide for families to navigate the NSW child protection system as Associate Professor BJ Newton joined NITV Radio's Kerri-Lee Barry in conversation on this serious community topic and BJ explains "It is a really confusing and stressful time for families, they generally don't know their rights".

NITV Radio brings stories from across the country sharing whats happening in communities with host, Lowanna Grant.

A proud Gumbaynggirr and Bundjalung man, Troy was born into a legacy of fireside storytellers. He is a custodian, family man, Musician and Australian Country Music Living Legend.

“As our business started growing, we needed funding but didn't have all the paperwork the big banks usually ask for. Esparq Ventures took the time to really understand our business and see our potential. They backed us with the funding we needed to buy a tour bus, which has made a huge difference.” - Allan Anderson, Co Founder of Rainforest To Bush Cultural Experiences.

The latest National and International news for the 4th March 2026.

Catch up on whats making news for Wednesday 4th March 2026.

Ruby Rose on the Aboriginal Healthcare Unit at St Vincent's Hospital Sydney "There is artwork, there are all Indigenous people in there, people you can talk to, it is really community based".

Dobby on his new Music, Family Love and Deep Respect for Culture

"It's about my observations, and how much I've taken in" Mā

The Matildas have won the opening match of the Women's Asian Cup with a 1-nil victory over the Philippines in Perth.

"It's one way to say, you've done a great job, thanks a lot for your service"

The Flinders Ranges has been put forward as the country's next World Heritage Site.

NITV Radio brings the latest in news, sport and weather as well as stories from across the country and in community.

Northern Territory MP Yingiya Mark Guyula syas he does not believe David Connoly's apology is genuine and has urged him to withdraw ahead of his swearing-in in Darwin.