ABC News : Indigenous

Hurley trial enters final phase
The assault and manslaughter trial of Queensland police officer Senior Sergeant Chris Hurley over the death of Mulrunji is entering its final stages.

Child abuse linked to indigenous suicide rate
A Northern Territory researcher says child abuse can be linked to spiralling suicide rates in indigenous communities.

Kimberley Land Council sees benefits in gas project
Aborigines in the Kimberley, in northern Western Australia, have signalled they are willing to negotiate with a Japanese company over a controversial gas project.

Crime falls after Groote Eylandt grog crackdown
New statistics show sexual assaults and home break-ins on Groote Eylandt, off the coast of the Northern Territory, have decreased dramatically since the introduction of an alcohol permit system.

Aboriginal tourism venture opens
A new interpretation trail has been opened in the state's north to provide an insight into Tasmanian Aboriginal cultural heritage.

More indigenous teachers on the books
The Territory Government says it's wants another 40 to 50 Indigenous teachers on its books by 2012.