You may hear the protest chant, “what do we want? Land rights!” —but what does it really mean? Land is at the heart of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, and wellbeing. Known as “Country,” it includes land, waterways, skies, and all living things. In this episode of Australia Explained, we explore Indigenous land rights—what they involv ... Show More
Oct 26
How people shape change, and why your voice matters | How Australia Works
Can a small group change a local council decision? When Julie learns her community library may close, she joins other residents in a campaign to save it. Her story explores how you can take part in Australian democracy by signing petitions, attending community meetings, contactin ... Show More
6m 50s
Oct 19
How laws change, and why it takes time | How Australia Works
How do laws change in Australia? Through Rodney Croome’s campaigns for human rights and marriage equality, learn how personal stories, community action, courts and parliament can help change the law, and why the process can take time.How Australia Works is an SBS podcast that use ... Show More
7m 55s
Dec 2022
How Indigenous guardians protect the planet and humanity | Valérie Courtois
"If we take care of the land, the land takes care of us," says Indigenous leader Valérie Courtois. As climate change continues to devastate the planet, Indigenous guardians are helping to honor our responsibility to the land, monitoring water quality, conducting research and work ... Show More
13m 47s
Jun 2025
Ep. 62 Indigenous Kinship Ethics ft. Aila O'Loughlin
What do we owe to the earth and the natural world around us? What, if anything, do we owe to something as basic as a rock? Find out now as hosts, Lilliana and Naroa, explore the fascinating field of indigenous kinship ethics with this week's guest, Aila O'Loughlin.
41m 38s