Federal inquiry hears testimony racism remains widespread against Indigenous Australians
A federal parliamentary inquiry into racism against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people heard testimony this week in Western Australia and the Northern Territory. Committee chair Jana Stewart said evidence shows "racism is alive and well" in Australia, with witnesses describing traumatic experiences including an alleged bombing at a Perth rally in January.
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Published 17 Jul 2026, 19:24 UTC · Updated 17 Jul 2026, 19:30 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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