Learning module:
Australia since Federation Defining Moments, 1901–present
Investigation 4: The development of Australian democracy and equality: Indigenous rights
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4.1 Introduction
Bauer Media Pty Limited / The Australian Women's Weekly June 1967
During the twentieth century there were many ways in which Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Australia did not have full and equal citizenship rights.
There were also other rights, especially land rights, that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people wanted.
What happened with Indigenous Australian’s attempts to gain equality during this time?
Your task is to read and complete the activities for six key events that impacted on the democratic rights and equality of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people since Federation.
| Investigation 4.2 1915 Stolen Generations |
Investigation 4.3 1962 Indigenous Australians’ right to vote |
Investigation 4.4 1967 Changing the Constitution |
| Investigation 4.5 1992 Eddie Mabo wins his land |
Investigation 4.6 1993 Racism in sport |
Investigation 4.7 2008 A national apology |
