SA History Council Seeks Funding for Indigenous Stories

0:00On March 18th, here's the latest out of Adelaide, South Australia's history leaders are pushing the next state government for more funding to highlight First Nation's stories ahead of the 2000, 36, by Centenary. The History Council of South Australia, led by President Matthew Fitzpatrick, wants a clear plan to celebrate the state's full past, moving beyond just. Settler Tails to Center Indigenous Culture A key part of this is the Tar Carry First Nation's Cultural Center, a $200 million dollar project on North Terrace that's been on hold since, October 2022. Officials now say cost could climb to between $400 million and $600 million, and Premier Peter Malinaska says head love to. See a built beneath help from federal and private sources. Fitzpatrick warns that without steady support, local history groups and small museums could vanish, erasing detailed First Nation's knowledge. He stresses the need for community-led truth-telling to face tough local histories head on.

1:03The council also calls for better funding for big institutions, like the State Library and South Australia Museum, especially in regional areas, too, keep history alive for everyone. Meanwhile, Fitzpatrick slammed one nation candidate Cory Bernardis, recent controversial video at Adelaide University as outdated and shameful, urging, respectful engagement with Indigenous communities, the Liberal Party has been asked for comment on these issues. Thanks to our sponsor for helping bring you this episode, what is cooler than cool? A pillow that plays your sound, S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.