Research issues and discussion papers

David Martin, Toni Bauman, Jodi Neale

2011

Challenges for Australian native title anthropology: practice beyond the proof of connection

This discussion paper argues for a broadening of the focus of anthropological work within native title. It considers the broader human aspects of native title in the development of agreements, decision-making and dispute management among Aboriginal

Claire Stacey, Joe Fardin

2011

Housing on Native Title lands: responses to the housing amendments of the Native Title Act

In 2010, the Native Title Act was amended to improve public housing on Native Title lands. Through an analysis of parliamentary submissions, this paper questions the effectiveness of and support for the changes.

Scott Gorringe, Joe Ross, Cressida Fforde

2011

Will the real Aborigine please stand up? Strategies for breaking the stereotypes and changing the conversation

A conversation on the deficit mindset that pervades many Aboriginal communities, and the perceptions of Aboriginal identity and 'authenticity' that feed into it.

Rebecca Morgan, Helen Wilmot

2010

Written proof: The appropriation of genealogical records in contemporary Arrernte society

A look at the use of genealogies in Indigenous land claims and the vexed questions that arise when the same genealogies figure in disputed and competing claims.

Scoping process issues in negotiating Native Title agreements

Delwyn Everard

This discussion paper focuses on the process issues faced by groups claiming native title. It is based on interviews with people who have experience across a broad range of native title negotiations.

Jane Simpson, Patrick McConvell, Dr Jo Caffery

Gaps in Australia's Indigenous language policy: dismantling bilingual education in the Northern Territory

This discussion paper recognises the importance and benefits of bilingual education for Indigenous children. It outlines the rights to decision-making within communities in maintaining Indigenous languages, and looks at the policy change in the

The Promise of Comprehensive Native Title Settlements: The Burrup, MG-Ord and Wimmera Agreements

Krysti Guest

This discussion paper looks at the development of specific agreements, Indigenous governance, decision-making processes, respect for the status of traditional owners and government capacity to undertake comprehensive settlements.

Associate Prof Fiona Martin, Audrey Sharp

The family connection when a charity is for the advancement of Indigenous Peoples: Australia and New Zealand compared

In New Zealand tax law, ‘charitable’ status can now be claimed by Indigenous groups defined by family or blood connection. This paper ponders whether Australia should follow a similar path.

Negotiation in good faith under the Native Title Act: A critical analysis

Sarah Burnside

Native Title holders have a legislated right to negotiate over mining and other activities that take place on their land, but that right remains inherently difficult to enforce. Sarah Burnside argues the case for legislative change.