Item Item 18 - Letter from Barrie Dexter

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Letter from Barrie Dexter

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  • 1971 (Creation)

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1 leaf ; 34 cm

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(1969-1971)

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The Aboriginal and Islanders Council, also known as the Brisbane Tribal Council. Founded in late 1969 to early 1970 and later merged with other Tribal Councils to become the National Tribal Council.

Objectives - To assist Aboriginals and Islanders in coping with all aspects of life in and around Brisbane, to promote the well-being of Aboriginals and Islanders, to encourage the education of Aborigines and Islanders, to preserve the cultures of the indigenous inhabitants of Australia and of Torres Strait Islanders and to provide premises for the Council.

Publicists - Denis Walker, Len Watson, Terry Farr.

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A copy of a letter written by Barrie Dexter in reply to Denis Walker's letter of concern regarding the possible withdrawal of financial support from the Council by the Commonwealth Office. The letter states that while no decision has been made, Dexter has concerns about the conduct of the Tribal Council and the personal behaviours of some elected Councillors. Dexter states that at present he could not possibly recommend to the Minister that the hostel operated by the Council continue to be funded. Dexter requests that evidence be provided to disprove these allegations. The letter is dated 14 October 1971.

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Created, HH, 10-Apr-2025

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