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Statement in support of Aboriginal land rights.

Black type on white paper with author's original signature in blue pen. A statement written to affirm the OPAL Board's support for Aboriginal land rights, while addressing the issue of the loss of Aboriginal lands due to acts of encroachment by mining companies. Argues for Australia to establish a Claims Commission, modelled on that of the Indian Claims Commission in the USA, with the power to award compensation to Aboriginal Australians for dispossession of their land. Signed by Neville T. Bonner, President OPAL.

OPAL (Organisation)

What's the answer? Panel of speakers.

Notice of a public forum to be held at the OPAL Centre on Anne Street in Brisbane on the evening of Friday 27 October. The purpose of the forum is to suggest solutions to problems faced by Aboriginal Australians. The panelists include Denis Walker, J. Herlihy from the Legal Aid Committee, Sam Watson (Junior), Darcy Cummins and a representative from the Office of Aboriginal Affairs, Canberra. Chaired by Reverend J.R. Sweet. For more information attendees are encouraged to contact Sam Watson (Senior), Liaison Officer for the Brisbane Branch of OPAL.

OPAL (Organisation)

Six steps to co-existence.

Half fold brochure with information about the Australian Government's proposed changes, referred to as the 'Ten Point Plan', to the Native Title Act as a result of the High Court Wik decision. Proposes an alternative plan of co-existence between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. Features a photograph taken in 1997 of Camila Cowley and Aurukun Elder Gladys Tybingoompa standing before the Sea of Hands outside Parliament House in Canberra.

Australians for Native Title & Reconciliation

7 reasons to support native title in Australia.

Leaflet, black type on pink paper, providing information on John Howard's 'Ten Point Plan' to make changes to the Native Title Act 1993 and listing seven reasons to support native title. Includes details of ANTaR contacts in each state and an invitation to attend the 'Together for Co-existence' festivals on 21 September 1997.

Australians for Native Title & Reconciliation

Letter to signatories of Australians for Native Title and Reconciliation.

Copy of a typed letter addressed to signatories of Australians for Native Title and Reconciliation from Peter O'Brien and Win Childs, NSW Joint Organisers ANTaR. Letter provides an update on the campaign for native title and reconciliation, with reference to a 'Women for Wik' event and organised nationwide rallies, and ends with an appeal for financial support. Includes an unfilled donation coupon. ANTaR logo in the letterhead has been cut out.

Australians for Native Title & Reconciliation

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