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21 Jun 2012

Senate Inquiry ignores calls for greater protection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children under proposed new National Children’s Commissioner

While the introduction of a National Children’s Commissioner is a positive step forward, the current model does not go far enough to protect and promote the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. read more

23 May 2012

New CEO for the ALS

The ALS Board has endorsed Mr Phil Naden to be the new Chief Executive Officer of the Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT). read more

01 Mar 2012

ALS Chair excited by new method of engagement in Ministerial Taskforce

ALS Chair Iris White was appointed a member of the NSW Government Ministerial Taskforce on Aboriginal Affairs read more

21 Feb 2012

Court condemns tasering of Wilcannia man

In a case handed down today, Mr Bugmy was found not guilty on all charges and the police use of the taser ‘excessive’. read more

17 Feb 2012

Breath testing as bail condition now unlawful - ALS assists in law reform

The Supreme Court in Sydney has ruled against bail conditions that allow police to breath-test people any time, any where. read more

26 Oct 2011

ALS staffer wins award for ongoing commitment to improving justice

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20 Sep 2011

Police need to think twice before they arrest 'on the spot' anymore - a clarification in Police Powers handed down today

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09 Sep 2011

ALS Moree is moving, our legal advice stays the same

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08 Sep 2011

ALS Board elects new Chairperson

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07 Jun 2011

Australia again ignores international calls for action: NATSILS

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