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Tributes flow for the passing of a great ‘political warrior’ - Gur A Baradharaw Kod chair Ned David News of the passing of political warrior Yunupingu AM has left Torres Strait Traditional Owners grieving. Gur A Baradharaw Kod Sea and Land Council Torres Strait Islander Corporation (GBK) paid tribute to the Gumatj clan leader, acknowledging his life-long dedication to First Nations land rights. “Yunupingu was such a powerful activist who understood the importance of sovereignty and autonomy,” GBK Chair Ned David said. “He advocated for economic
independence, business development, and self-determination for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. “His commitment to Yolŋu was unparalleled, and his heart was pure. “He spoke for mob when they were voiceless and in turn, inspired others like me to champion our land and sea rights – regardless of the barriers faced. “As a fierce leader, he asserted the Yolŋu people’s ownership of their lands, ensuring that the Australia Parliament, large corporations, and offshore interests respected culture and lore.
“His lifetime’s worth of achievements is astounding proof that he kept his people and communities at the forefront of everything he did. “His legacy was one of truth-telling and as we press upon a momentous political change in the coming months, Yunupingu’s story will continue to influence Australia’s history. “On behalf of the Board and staff of GBK, I wish to express my deepest condolences to Yunupingu’s family and the Yolŋu people. I humbly respect the Yolŋu processes of Sorry Business during this time of grief.”
Plastic bag ban expanded for CEQ
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IBIS (Bamaga) Team members Nazareth Naawi (above) and Alma Gowa (below) with new re-usable bags.
M Continued from P1 “We will have an exciting new range of reusable bags available to customers in all our remote stores ahead of our 3 April launch,” Mr Dykes said. He said in-store posters and digital noticeboard announcements would also run in stores to ensure customers
were fully aware of the ban on single-use plastic bags, as well as announcements via its social media channels. For more information about Queensland’s ban on single-use plastics, visit the CEQ website at www.ceqld.org.au/ plastic-bag-ban or the Queensland Government website via https:// tinyurl.com/bdhhbmn7
