Content Warning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised the following includes the names of First Nations people who have passed away.
Two years on from the Voice Referendum, the National Justice Project is representing an Aboriginal family from Queensland.
The family are accusing the Australian Electoral Commission of deeply harmful racist conduct – both on the day of the 2023 Referendum and in its handling of their complaint. Their experience on voting day has left a lasting impact, and we are committed to seeking justice.
“As a young Aboriginal person, I’m fighting for a future where our people can walk in safety and pride, where our Elders are honoured and not harmed, and our young ones grow up strong in culture and identity.” – Barkindji Koori man Murray Benton
While the legal process continues, Mr Benton is calling for broader action and greater education to end racism against First Nations people in Australia. He urges people to use the Call It Out register as a practical step to confront racism.
We would also like to thank everyone who joined us at the Alternative First Responders Symposium, including the incredible speakers and artists for their generosity in sharing insights and knowledge.
The message was clear: change is urgently needed across policy, in who is chosen for roles, in who gets listened to, and in how we deliver new practices.
Read more of our work at The National Project below.
AUST | JNP | WEBINAR | LAUNCHING | Call It out Annual Report 2024-25 | Thursday 27 November 2025 | 1-2pm AEDT
Join the Call It Out team as they present their findings from Call It Out’s latest Annual Report and discuss solutions to racism targeting First Nations people. More details to follow.
- Where: Online Webinar Event. Zoom link provided to all registrants
- Cost: Free
- Bookings: register online via Zoom
UPDATING | Fifth Week of Inquest Into 1988 Death in Tamworth
The long-awaited coronial inquest into the death of Gomeroi teenager Mark Anthony Haines resumed on 13 October 2025 examining the suspicious circumstances surrounding his death in 1988. Witness evidence has now concluded, and Deputy Coroner Harriet Grahame is expected to hand down her findings in Tamworth following final submissions.
DEMANDING | Transparency and Accountability by Family
This morning, the family of Kumanjayi White spoke to media outside Alice Springs Local Court, calling for transparency and accountability in the ongoing investigation into Kumanjayi White's death in police custody on 27 May 2025.
REFLECTING | National Symposium Success!
Thank you to everyone who attended the Alternative First Responders Symposium. Over 200 people registered to tune in from overseas and across the country.
When we join the dots, it’s clear that change is inevitable.
We are deeply grateful to our speakers and artists for sharing their insights, knowledge, and experience. Recordings will be available soon!
CALLING | Action over Serious Allegations of Racism
Last week marked two years since the Voice Referendum. The National Justice Project is representing an Aboriginal family from Queensland who are accusing the Australian Electoral Commission of deeply harmful racist conduct on the day of the 2023 Referendum.
SHARING | Why Australia Needs an Alternative to Police-first Responses Article
The evidence is hard to ignore. Australia’s growing police-first approach puts force where community and care should lead. Our campaign lead shared an op-ed with Cheek Media about why we are calling for alternative first responders
BRISBANE | NJP | GATHERING | National Justice Forum 2025 | 2-5 December 2025
The National Justice Project is proud to support the National Justice Forum 2025 in Brisbane. Join 200+ sector leaders and join Ariane Dozer, Head of Projects and Innovation for a discussion on Alternative First Responders.
PRESENTING | Hear Me Out at the UNSW AI Symposium
Last month, our Project Lead Dean Moutopoulos presented Hear Me Out at the UNSW AI Symposium, exploring how AI can reshape access to justice by putting people at the centre. The presentation showcased how technology like Hear Me Out can simplify complex complaint systems, enhance trust, and drive systemic reform.
HIGHLIGHTING | In the Media
The National Justice Project advocates for our clients in the courts as well as in the news media, especially around issues on human rights, discrimination and justice reform.
Here are some highlights from the past month:
- Family of Kumanjayi White demand justice and transparency ahead of inquest via National Indigenous Times, 23 October 2025
- Directions hearing set for mandatory inquest into death of 24-year-old Kumanjayi White via NT News, 22 October 2025
- ALHR joins coalition calling for public inquiry into a Human Rights Act for NSW via Australian Lawyer, 22 October 2025
- Aboriginal family alleges racism on referendum day via The Queenslander, 17 October 2025
- Family takes AEC to court over alleged racism during Voice Referendum via National Indigenous Times, 14 October 2025
- Coroner makes rare public statement as NSW records most Indigenous deaths in custody in a year via ABC News, 15 October 2025
- Media release: Multicultural communities back Treaty for Victoria via Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, 13 October 2025
- AI is creeping into our court system. Will it undermine justice? via ABC Australia, 5 October 2025
SUPPORTING | Ongoing Work
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