The history of science on this continent is extraordinary, yet we often fail to recognise the sophisticated knowledges held by our First Nations peoples.
The most interesting development from this year’s FEMM, though, was the endorsement by the new Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General Baron Waqa of the ambition to free up the movement of people within the region.
More than 51,000 people from Bangladesh call Australia home and Albanese’s lack of response to these valued members of our society is a stark contrast to the urgency and severity of the situation.
“Exploring waterfalls, swimming at local springs or pools, boating and fishing are all part of the unique Territory lifestyle. We want to protect that by teaching our youngest Territorians how to swim while they’re in primary school.”
