Central Victorian Aboriginal leaders speak about systemic racism and injustice in Australia as Black Lives Matter movement ramps up

Natalie Croxon
Updated June 4 2020 - 3:00pm, first published 4:00am
"Globally, this is still happening... If you're born of a colour, if you're born black - particularly for a male - you've got a target on your back," Raylene Harradine says. Picture: NONI HYETT
"Globally, this is still happening... If you're born of a colour, if you're born black - particularly for a male - you've got a target on your back," Raylene Harradine says. Picture: NONI HYETT

Central Victorians have spoken about the need to tackle injustice for Indigenous people in Australia, as parallels are drawn with the systemic police racism that has sparked protest in the United States.

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Natalie Croxon

Natalie Croxon

Journalist

Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, mostly covering social affairs. Previously of the Bendigo Advertiser, Northern Daily Leader and Quirindi Advocate. Our Watch award winner.

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