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News and Updates
Kumanjayi White’s family learn police chose not to prosecute officers over his death
More than a year after Kumanjayi White died in police custody, his family has learned that police chose not to prosecute the officers involved. The family are now left with even more questions about what happened and why the decision was made.
Major changes to mental health crisis response
NSW has announced a major new approach for people experiencing mental health distress. While the government says the $270 million investment will provide better support, we still have questions about what this will mean for people in crisis.
What happens after Yoorrook Justice Commission?
Victoria’s truth-telling commission, Yoorrook, heard from First Nations people about their experiences of injustice. But what happens now? A new project looks at what it will take to turn Yoorrook’s recommendations into action.
One legal case can change the future
A legal case can deliver justice while changing the future for everyone who comes after. Our UTS Clinic students are exploring powerful cases where legal action has changed government policy, held institutions accountable and helped prevent the same injustice from happening again.
Holding police power to account
Between 2017 and 2022, 43% of critical incidents involving NSW Police happened during a mental health crisis. People in crisis need support, not force. The Alternative First Responders campaign is calling for a NSW Human Rights Bill to prevent harm and hold governments accountable.
Your complaint needs careful guidance, not guesswork.
Hear Me Out is a project brought to you by the National Justice Project and is available to users making New South Wales, Victorian or federal-based complaints.
Events
Jogging for Justice - Take on a challenge
Over the next few months, there are some amazing running events across the country where you can take on a personal challenge while supporting the National Justice Project. Every kilometre helps power our work to advance justice and protect human rights.
- TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS - Sunday 30 August 2026
- Geelong Running Festival 2026 - Sunday 20 September 2026
- Run La Trobe 2026 - Friday 25 September 2026
- Strait Link Burnie Ten 2026 - Sunday 25 October 2026
In the Media
- Kumanjayi White’s family sues for answers in the NT Supreme Court via Chronicle, 27 July 2026
- Kumanjayi White family's lawyer alleges double standard over MP case via ABC, 27 July 2026
- MP referral revives conflict-of-interest questions in Kumanjayi White case via NIT, 6 August 2026
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