Media Releases
Thousands to attend Day of Mourning Dawn Services on the 26th, rather than celebrate
January 25, 2024
For the fifth year running, thousands are expected to gather on January 26 at the Day of Mourning Dawn Service in Melbourne, and at similar morning vigils around the nation, which have become a fixture of the date.
Read MoreSenator Thorpe signs joint statement on Israel’s oppressive occupation of Palestine from current and former elected representatives
December 19, 2023
Senator Thorpe has signed onto a joint statement from current and former elected representatives on the situation in Israel and Occupied Palestinian Territories.
Read MoreSenator Thorpe supports passing Closing Loopholes legislation before end of year
December 07, 2023
Senator Thorpe supports the Albanese Government’s efforts today to strengthen workers’ rights and secure better outcomes for workers. She has been working constructively with Minister Burke over the past few months and is happy to see these important reforms pass before the end of...
Read MoreSenator Lidia Thorpe Private Members Bill enshrining the United Declaration of the Rights to Indigenous People gets voted down
December 06, 2023
Senator Thorpe’s Private Members Bill, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples was first introduced to the Parliament in March 2022. After 21 months, 2 Inquiries and an election, the Government today joined voices with the Opposition to vote down enshrining...
Read MoreSenator Thorpe strengthens Restoring Our River Bill, achieves crucial improvements for First Nations water rights
November 29, 2023
Following weeks of negotiations, Senator Thorpe has this morning reached an agreement with the Albanese Government to strengthen the Restoring Our Rivers Bill.
Read MoreSenator Thorpe calls on UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples to be legislated
November 28, 2023
Following the handing down of the final report of the Inquiry into the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Senator Thorpe calls on the Declaration to be legislated In March 2022, Senator Thorpe moved to establish an inquiry into the application of...
Read MoreSenator Thorpe refuses to let current water legislation be another broken promise to First Peoples
November 13, 2023
The Water Amendment (Restoring our Rivers) Bill 2023, which is currently before the parliament, is a long-overdue opportunity to update legislation, policy and resourcing arrangements to ensure they address the enduring rights and aspirations of First Peoples in the Murray Darling Basin
Read MoreTraditional Owners astounded at South Australian Government’s flawed consultation process and protection of ancestral remains at Riverlea housing development as Walker Corporation seeks to fast-track approvals for additional sites
November 07, 2023
Kaurna Traditional Owners are once again astounded at the South Australian Government’s lack of respect for Aboriginal cultural heritage, with Minister Maher again breaching his legislative requirement to consult with Traditional Owners and interested Aboriginal parties before making decisions that impact Aboriginal cultural heritage.
Read MoreSenator Lidia Thorpe reminds us that the struggle for real change and justice continues and invites us to embark on a journey to Treaty
October 16, 2023
Following a No outcome, Senator Lidia Thorpe reminds us that this is a win for the Blak Sovereign Movement, a win for the Sovereign rights of First Peoples to Self-Determine their own destiny, and do not wish to be part of the racist colonial...
Read MoreSenator Thorpe clarifies her remarks on what needs to happen beyond the Voice referendum
October 12, 2023
Following this morning’s interview on ABC’s RN Drive, Senator Lidia Thorpe wishes to clarify her remarks on what ought to occur in the event of a No outcome in this weekend’s referendum.
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