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April 2015 Honduras Coup update

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April 2015 Honduras coup update

 

News of political persecution from April 2015

 

Stabbed to death – partner of Tolupán community leader who defends territory against mines.

 

WGAR News: Aboriginal elders voice concern over plans to close remote communities - Tauto Sansbury & Rosalie Kunoth-Monks: Natalie Whiting, The World Today

Newsletter date: 10 May 2015

Contents:

* Audio: Natalie Whiting, The World Today: Aboriginal elders voice concern over plans to close remote communities [Featuring Tauto Sansbury & Rosalie Kunoth-Monks]

* Speeches: Green Left: Aboriginal voices resist closures [Featuring Gwenda Stanley, Uncle Ken Canning & Ginny Jane]

Rev. Tim Costello's Bloated Pay Packet

 

2.2 billion people live on less than $2 a day and over 1 billion live in extreme poverty, trying to survive on just $1.25 per day.

Given these appalling facts the work of Aid agencies like Oxfam, World Vision, Save The Children etc is vital.

But what is a reasonable amount to pay someone who heads one of these agencies?

In the case of TIM COSTELLO from World Vision the answer is disturbing to say the least.

His “total remuneration” package is $316,000 per year.

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The Shortwave Report 5/08/15 Listen Globally!

Dear Radio Friend,
            The latest Shortwave Report (May 8) is up at the website http://www.outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml  in 3 forms- (new) HIGHEST QUALITY (160kb)(33MB), broadcast quality (13MB), and quickdownload or streaming form (6MB) (28:59) Links at page bottom

WGAR News: CAAMA Radio - Alice Springs Rally Against Forced Closures of Aboriginal Communities

Central Australian Aboriginal Media Association (CAAMA)

Newsletter date: 8 May 2015

Contents:

* CAAMA Radio: Speeches at the Alice Springs May 1st Rally Against Forced Closures of Aboriginal Communities

- Rosalie Kunoth Monks
- Trisha Morton Thomas
- Maurie Ryan
- Christa Bartjen-Westermann
- Harold Furber
- Chancey Peach
- Walter Shaw
- Marlene Hodder

Pro-Aboriginal activists seek contacts for Aboriginal prison art exhibition

An activist Dutch-Aboriginal couple are looking for help in Europe and Australia to put on an exhibition of art made by Aboriginal prisoners in Australian jails. “If you could help to organise venues, maybe museums, that would be great,” writes Dutchman Jack van den Berg, husband of Perth Aboriginal Elder and activist, Professor Rosemary van den Berg.

 

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WGAR News: Seven per cent of the Kimberley homeless!: Gerry Georgatos interviewed by CAAMA's Kyle Dowling

Newsletter date: 7 May 2015

Contents:

* Audio Interview: Kyle Dowling, Central Australian Aboriginal Media Association (CAAMA): Seven per cent of the Kimberley homeless! [Featuring Gerry Georgatos]
* Analysis / Opinion: Gerry Georgatos, The Stringer: Seven per cent of the Kimberley homeless - but hey, who cares?
* Analysis / Opinion: Gerry Georgatos, The Stringer: Perth City Council fob off Matargarup homeless & say they cannot help homeless

WGAR News: Vinka believes it's crucial to empower the next generation to create a healthy community that celebrates culture, cares for country and builds opportunities.

Newsletter date: 6 May 2015

Contents:

* Analysis / Opinion: Jon Altman, New Matilda: The Hunt For The Good Life: A Black Perspective

* Video - Vinka's story: Ella Archibald-Binge, SBS News: Home-grown Derby girl to be town's first Aboriginal doctor [Vinka's story is featured on Living Black: Kimberley Healing this week.]

Maitreya Rael supports Aboriginal sovereignty movement, urged Raelians to participate in May 1 demonstrations

SYDNEY, April 30 - Maitreya Rael, founder and spiritual leader of the International Raelian Movement (IRM), said in a statement released today that he fully supports indigenous Australians in their quest for sovereignty.

“The human rights abuses and genocide attempts against these indigenous inhabitants have never been properly addressed by Australian authorities,” he said.

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WGAR News: WA police dismantle tents at Heirisson Island Aboriginal protest: ABC NewsRadio's Tracey Holmes speaks to activist Gerry Georgatos

Newsletter date: 4 May 2015

Contents:

* Analysis / Opinion: Gerry Georgatos, The Stringer: Perth City Council fob off Matargarup homeless & say they cannot help homeless

* News Analysis & Video: Rewa Harriman, Maori Television: Nyungah people remain steadfast despite police raids

WGAR News: International anger swelling at plans to evict Australian Aborigines from ancestral lands: Diet Simon, Linksunten Indymedia

Newsletter date: 3 May 2015

Contents:

* News Round-Up: Diet Simon, Linksunten Indymedia: International anger swelling at plans to evict Australian Aborigines from ancestral lands
* Summary of Analysis: Diet Simon, Linksunten Indymedia: French researchers: "Aboriginal communities should not be closed!"

Nauru Govt Shuts Down Facebook

 

The government of NAURU is a disgrace. They have now shut down Facebook!

Opposition parties claim the government of Baron Waqa has ordered the local Internet provider to block access to social media sites.

MP Matthew Batsiu says the move is blatant censorship designed to limit criticism of the government.

Refugee activists have also hit out at the decision saying refugees often use Facebook to contact friends, family and journalists.

This article from Radio Australia features an interview with Batsiu:

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WGAR News: Report Back on May 1st rallies protesting Closures of Aboriginal Communities: NITV News Videos; CAAMA Radio; Regional / International News & Photos

Newsletter date: 2 May 2015

Contents:

* 1 May 2015 Videos

NITV News: We Will Not Leave: Wangkatjunka Aboriginal Community
NITV News: Danny TJ and Rachel Siewert on Country in Wangkatjunka
NITV News: No Forced Closures - Social Media Support Across the Globe
NITV News: WA Remote Indigenous Communities Closure - Key Events
NITV News: Redfern Rally: Stop Forced Closure of Aboriginal Communities
NITV News: Stop Forced Closure of Aboriginal Communities - Rallies in Perth, Canberra and Melbourne

LUPUS and the MEDICAL PRACTIONER IN AUSTRALIA

Health professionals in Australia, particularly general practioners (GPs) still lack a basic knowledge of lupus, even some specialists treating the disease. This can result in years of suffering before a correct diagnosis and medical treatment is given. In many cases it has been too late. Many patients have died from lupus without knowing the nature of their disease.

WGAR News: The May 1st rallies have Gone Global: States in Australia, Aotearoa (NZ), Canada, Germany, Hawaii, Hong Kong China, UK, USA

Newsletter date: 10:20 am, 1 May 2015; Last updated 4:40pm, 1 May 2015

Contents:

* Analysis / Opinion: SOGIP: Aboriginal communities should not be closed ! By Martin Préaud, Barbara Glowczewski and 16 French researchers working in Australia
* Analysis / Opinion: Arena Magazine: The Real Cost of Closing Remote Communities, by Brian F. Codding, Douglas W. Bird and Rebecca Bliege Bird
* Analysis / Opinion: Jon Altman, Land Rights News - Northern Edition: The quest for the good life

World Bank and IMF Announce $1.1 Billion in Debt Relief for Chad

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank announced $1.1 billion in debt relief for Chad. The money comes through the IMF and World Bank's two major debt relief programs: the Heavily Indebted Poor Country Initiative (HIPC) and the Multilateral Debt Relief Initiative (MDRI). Chad is the 36th country to receive HIPC relief and the first since 2012. Chad is the fourth-least developed country in the world. More than half its population lives in poverty.