Episodes
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Living Black Conversations - John Pilger
Living Black host Karla Grant speaks to veteran Australian journalist and film-maker John Pilger about his plight to raise awareness of the issues Indigenous Australians face in his new documentary, Utopia. Broadcast 26 May 2014. Living Black Series 20 (An NITV/SBS Production) CC
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Living Black S21 Ep4
Living Black, Australia’s leading Indigenous news and current affairs show, returns to uncover the real issues behind the headlines to tell vital Indigenous stories important to all Australians. In this new season Living Black will report from some of the most remote areas of Australia…
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Living Black S21 Ep1 - Indefinite Detention
The story leading our show sees us investigating the controversial issue of mentally impaired people who are detained in prison without trial or conviction, and where Indigenous prisoners are over represented. Hosted by Karla Grant in Rockingham, WA. Broadcast 15 September 2014. Living Black…
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Living Black - Redfern Tent Embassy
We talk with Aboriginal Housing Company CEO Mick Mundine and activist Jenny Munro about proposed redevelopment of The Block and the Aboriginal Tent Embassy in Redfern. We visit the Wilcannia Exhibition, meet Indigenous students taking up medical studies and catch up with inspiring and talented...
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Living Black S20 Ep12 - Children in Care
Living Black presents a special forum discussion on the increasing number of Indigenous children being removed from their families and placed in out-of-home care. Hosted by Karla Grant. Living Black Series 20 Episode 12, Broadcast 23 June 2014 (An NITV/SBS Production) CC #LivingBlackSBS
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Living Black - Racial Discrimination Act
Laura Murphy-Oates reports on the proposed changes to the Racial Discrimination Act, Karla Grant discusses the changes with Dr Tim Soutphommasane, Larteasha Griffen reports on the push for Constitutional recognition, Hannah Hollis visits the NSW town of Gunnedah and Nevanka McKeon reports on the...
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Living Black S20 Ep9 - Long Walk
Meet Long Walk founder, AFL legend Michael Long on the walk's 10th anniversary. Hosted by Karla Grant. Living Black Series 20 Episode 9, Broadcast 2 June 2014 (An NITV/SBS Production) CC #LivingBlackSBS
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Living Black - UN Forum on Indigenous Rights
Host Karla Grant reports from New York City where Indigenous representatives from all over the world are working together for the rights of their people at the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. An Australian delegation has voiced their concerns of the disparity between…
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Living Black - Morgue Mismanagement
Living Black investigates the management of morgues in the Northern Territory. Last year, Robin Nilco's brother's body was swapped with a younger woman’s. It wasn't until his family had the funeral one week later, they realised there’d been a mistake. This family shares their painful story.…
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Living Black S20 Ep5 - Ita Aftermath
Cyclone Ita may have passed, but the damage is still evident in Far North Queensland. A Banana plantation that employs a large number of Indigenous workers has been destroyed by the tropical storm. Coming up on Living Black, we speak to the Indigenous communities that have been affected. Hosted…
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Living Black S20 Ep4
Living Black, Australia’s leading Indigenous news and current affairs show brings a fresh perspective to uncover the real issues behind the headlines to tell vital Indigenous stories important to all Australians. Presented by Karla Grant. (An SBS Production)
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Living Black S20 Ep3 - Anzac Day 2014
Living Black’s ANZAC special comes to you from Adelaide at the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander War Memorial. We spend time with military Chaplin Ivan Grant who serves on the frontline with combatants, but he fights, without a weapon. Season 20 Episode 3: l. Hosted by Karla Grant. Living…
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Living Black - WA Native Title
Season 20 Episode 2: This week, Living Black reports from Perth, WA, where the Noongar people are close to sealing a native title deal with the State Government worth close to 1.3 billion dollars. But this historic move which could settle native title claims over Perth and the south west has…
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Living Black S2014 - Closing the Gap
we are talking to the Political leaders about the current issues and policies impacting on Indigenous Australians. Hosted by Karla Grant in Canberra. Living Black Series 20 Episode 1, Broadcast 7 April 2014. (An NITV/SBS Production) CC #LivingBlackSBS
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Living Black S19 Ep4 - Adam Goodes
Karla Grant speaks with AFL star Adam Goodes, discussing that infamous racial remark made by a 13-year old girl, life after AFL and the possibility of a move into politics. Hosted by Karla Grant. Living Black Series 19 Episode 4, Broadcast 29 October 2013 (An NITV/SBS Production) CC #LivingBlackSBS
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Living Black S18 Ep5 - Youth in Prison
Living Black explores calls for more rehabilitation centres to help combat high numbers of Indigenous youth incarceration. And we look at a unique initiative on the NSW north coast hoping to tackle high smoking rates in the Koori community. Hosted by Karla Grant. Living Black Series 18 Episode 5,...
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Living Black - Dubbo Crime
Disadvantage and crime in the NSW town of Dubbo is leading some to call for the demolition of the community's Apollo Housing Estate. Hosted by Karla Grant. Living Black Series 18 Episode 4, Broadcast 2 April 2013 (An NITV/SBS Production) CC #LivingBlackSBS
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Living Black S18 Ep3
Indigenous stories that matter to all Australians, hosted by Karla Grant. (An SBS Production) CC
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Living Black: Special sports edition 2013
In this special sports edition, Living Black celebrates ten years on Australian television. In this program: Anthony Mundine speaks out; Damien Hooper reveals the story behind the gloves; and our celebrated history with the sport of rodeo.
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Living Black: Special politics edition 2013
In this special on politics, Living Black celebrates ten years on Australian television. In this program: turmoil in Canberra at last year's Australia Day protest; and who's who in Northern Territory politics.
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Living Black: Special arts edition 2013
In this special sports edition, Living Black, celebrates ten years on Australian television. In this program: we look back at the legacy of the Black theatre; two young singers from the Torres Strait Islands keeping their culture alive; and an emerging hip hop artist reveals how music saved him...
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Living Black S18 Ep2 - Devil's Drug
A Methamphetamine crisis is taking a grip on many young Indigenous people in Adelaide. Commonly known as Ice - this synthetic drug has wrought havoc on families and destroyed lives. Hosted by Karla Grant. Living Black Series 18 Episode 2, Broadcast 19 March 2013 (An NITV/SBS Production) CC...
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Living Black - Brisbane Tent Embassy
Brisbane's Tent Embassy has been the site of clashes between the police and protestors over the past year - tensions reaching boiling point in December. But despite being shut down - tent embassy members continue to stake their claim, on what they say is Aboriginal land. Hosted by Karla Grant....
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Living Black - Logan Tension
Indigenous locals from the city of Logan , Queensland say they were unfairly stereotyped, after a feud involving the Aboriginal and Tongan communities escalated into a dramatic street brawl, earlier this year. Reported by mainstream media as a racial war and riot, locals are now speaking out....
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Living Black - Laid to Rest
We go to the home of one of the most significant Indigenous sites in the South East of Australia where Aboriginal remains will be returned to their traditional homeland after 30 years. And it's estimated 50 per cent of all prisoners in Australia are parents, leaving almost 40,000 kids parentless.…
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Living Black - 10th Anniversary Special
Living Black ten years reporting Indigenous news and current affairs. We speak with with past and present Living Black journalists about the stories that made the most impact on the communities they visited, and on them as reporters. Hosted by Karla Grant. Living Black Series 18 Episode 1,...
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Living Black - Asbestos Alert
Discarded asbestos could pose a health risk to inquisitive children and passers-by in the NSW town of Bourke. Hosted by Karla Grant. Living Black Series 17 Episode 13, Broadcast 2 December 2012 CC #LivingBlackSBS
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Living Black - Kaurareg Nation
The Kaurareg people have had a long struggle for recognition as Horn Island's Traditional Owners. This week we visit this Aboriginal community as they strive to put their traumatic past behind them. Hosted by Karla Grant. Living Black Series 17 Episode 12, Broadcast 25 November 2012 CC...
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Living Black - Trouble in Paradise
Earlier this year Murray Island became embroiled in a political controversy. In April the winning candidate in local government elections was stripped of his victory by a controversial state law. And advocates for victims of sexual abuse fighting for change have long called for more support, now…
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Living Black - Wilcannia Dental
Around 300,000 Indigenous Australians have untreated tooth decay more than double the rate of the general population. But in the New South Wales town of Wilcannia - locals are fighting back. And in an exclusive interview, Anthony Mundine opens up about his controversial comments on the Aboriginal...
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Living Black - Remote NDIS
This week we travel to the remote APY Lands to reveal the plight of disabled Aboriginal people living far away from help. Hosted by Karla Grant. Living Black Series 17 Episode 9, Broadcast 4 November 2012 CC #LivingBlackSBS
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Living Black - Dajarra Water
In outback Australia the most valuable resource can be water. This is especially so for the North West Queensland community of Dajarra. Access to quality drinking water has long been a problem there and the locals say they're fed up with unfulfilled promises from the council. Hosted by Karla…
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Living Black - Town Accommodation
In the Western Australian community of Kalgoorlie - Boulder, visitors from outlying communities can sometime end up staying in third world conditions. But now a new shelter has been built to ease this lack of accommodation. Hosted by Karla Grant. Living Black Series 17 Episode 6, Broadcast 14...
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Living Black - Koori Knockout 2012
In the lead up to the annual New South Wales Koori Knockout, 13 communities got behind their teams to lose weight and spread the message of healthy living. Hosted by Karla Grant. Living Black Series 17 Episode 4, Broadcast 27 May 2012 CC #LivingBlackSBS
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Living Black - Defending the Homelands
Homelands are rural areas where Aboriginal people live a traditional lifestyle. But the future of these outstations is now under threat. Plus: in a move that could provoke backlash from communities, this week the Queensland Government removed Indigenous hunters' exemptions from animal cruelty…
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Living Black - Yolngu Nations Assembly
Coming to you from Elcho Island in the Northern Territory, we hear from Yolngu people calling for greater political autonomy. Over in South Australia, we investigate the impact climate change is having on the land and culture of the Arabunna people. Hosted by Karla Grant. Living Black Series 11...
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Living Black S16 Ep7
We travel to South Australia where an Indigenous rehabilitation service could be forced to close its doors. Also, can teaching Aboriginal languages in school improve your child's academic performance? And this week's instalment of the Music Project features NSW hip hop artist Duke Bailey aka...
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Living Black S16 Ep5
Australia's premier Indigenous current affairs program, Living Black provides timely, intelligent and comprehensive coverage of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
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Living Black S16 Ep4
Australia's premier Indigenous current affairs program, Living Black provides timely, intelligent and comprehensive coverage of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres St.
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Living Black S16 Ep2
Australia's premier Indigenous current affairs program, Living Black provides timely, intelligent and comprehensive coverage of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
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Living Black S16 Ep1
Living Black returns this week with an exclusive interview with Barbara Shaw the woman at the centre of the Australia Day rage.
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Living Black S15 Ep4
Australia's premier Indigenous current affairs program, Living Black provides timely, intelligent and comprehensive coverage of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
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Living Black S15 Ep3
Australia's premier Indigenous current affairs program, Living Black provides timely, intelligent and comprehensive coverage of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
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Living Black S15 Ep2
Australia's premier Indigenous current affairs program, Living Black provides timely, intelligent and comprehensive coverage of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
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Living Black S15 Ep1
Australia's premier Indigenous current affairs program, Living Black provides timely, intelligent and comprehensive coverage of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
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Living Black S15 Ep13
Australia's premier Indigenous current affairs program, Living Black provides timely, intelligent and comprehensive coverage of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
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Living Black S15 Ep12
Australia's premier Indigenous current affairs program, Living Black provides timely, intelligent and comprehensive coverage of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
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Living Black S15 Ep11
Australia's premier Indigenous current affairs program, Living Black provides timely, intelligent and comprehensive coverage of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
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Living Black S15 Ep6
Australia's premier Indigenous current affairs program, Living Black provides timely, intelligent and comprehensive coverage of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
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Living Black S15 Ep10
Australia's premier Indigenous current affairs program coming to you this week from New York