The NSW media blackout over deaths in custodyThere were three tragic deaths in custody in NSW in 2009. So why did the media only report on that of Mark Holcroft? asks the Indigenous Social Justice Association’s Ray Jackson. Could it be because he was the only one with white skin?
Aboriginal deaths in custody
Deaths in custody: did the Royal Commission get it wrong?
Public knowledge of aboriginal deaths in custody is warped. Aboriginals are less likely than non-Aboriginals to die in custody and being imprisoned actually reduces likelihood of death, writes former head of research into the Royal Commission, David Biles.
The racism pervading our police
When it comes to receiving justice in this country, it matters what colour your skin is, writes Suvendrini Perera. From aboriginal deaths in custody to violence against Indian students, institutional racism afflicts our police forces.
Holding their breath for Palm justice
This latest inquest into the death of Mulrunji Doomadgee is being watched by Indigenous people around the nation for one simple reason: it represents the best chance yet for justice over an Aboriginal death in custody.
Crikey Says: A chance for justice at last in Palm Island inquest
When it comes to Palm Island, at least people are finally paying attention again to deaths of Aboriginal people in custody.
Northern Territory leads the way in taking the coroner seriously
At last — a little light shines on the nether world of the coronial inquest, writes Bob Gosford.
Palm Island: Tallying the injuries between black and white
The police on the front line at Palm Island did face adversity, but if it wasn’t of their own making, it was certainly made by their colleagues, writes Chris Graham.
Aurukun: A broader, insider, view
There’s more the Aurukan case than one questionable judgement, says David Martin, anthropologist and former Aurukun resident.
Historically Hung Over: The Crikey Guide To The 2010 Federal Election
