Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Resources

Showcases how a small group of Indigenous Australians fought to defend their spiritual connection to Country against Fortescue Metals Group. Could be used for finding case studies for work and assessment, reflection on impact of work, reflection on Western lenses in this area.

Showcases detailed accounts of the interaction of Indigenous peoples and mining in 15 countries across the globe. Could be used for considering best practice, reflecting upon Australian practice.

Explores how mining impacts the natural environment, which affects local and Indigenous communities in terms of provision of ecosystem services, health, culture, traditional learning, etc. Could be used for reflecting on impact of work, considering alternate ways of being, knowing and doing.

Shares an auto-ethnographic yarn (knowledge sharing) narrative to discuss the impact of mining on Indigenous peoples and the language used by mining companies. Could be used for reflecting on impact of work, considering alternate ways of being, knowing and doing.

Discusses the impact of mining on Indigenous communities, and work of Wongi/Martu/Yamatji man Allan James. Could be used for reflecting on impact of work, considering alternate ways of being, knowing and doing.

Carey is Australia’s leading First Nation mining, civil, construction and training company based in Western Australia. Could be used as a case study or exploration of best practice.

Aboriginal business owner Derek Flucker highlights how Traditional Owners, First Nations companies and the resource sector working together will protect Indigenous culture. Could be used to reflect on impact of work, considering alternate ways of being, knowing and doing.