Mabo Day, 3 June
recognises the continuing culture of the ATSI people
and their strong connection to the country.
2019 is the 27th anniversary of Mabo.
This year, 2019, commemorates 27 years since the Mabo decision. PM at the time, Paul Keating, speaks about this date in history.Who was Eddie Mabo? (Watch first 60 secs)
What is Mabo Day? Why was there a movie made named Mabo? What is Terra Nullius? Watch BTN and answer the questions. Now read 'More on Eddie Mabo' and 'Mabo Bio' and test yourself on the quiz. Vincent Lingiari began the Aboriginal fight for land rights.Locate the Gurindji tribe on the map.
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Learn more about Eddie's home
Mer Island in the Torres Strait. BTN
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