Perhaps indicative of the coverage that these issues get is the number of comments to this article compared to malcolm turnbull's article on water issues.

It seems to me that in a land of majority politics, land rights will get buried inder the iseues that affect most people.

Talking of power in the senate, could it be possible for Indigenous people to form their own political party and get representation in the senate?

Would it be possible for some of the strong leaders in the Indigenous community to do a push for Canberra.

The publicity would be interesting.

Aka

Surely the indigenous community have considered forming their own party , surely? If not, why not?

I am looking for alternatives to vote for.

I am looking to get some balance back into the senate.

Can anyone inform me if there is any political action being formed by indigenous people?

SCOUT, try www.blackgst.com and www.antarvictoria.org.au,they should be able to help you with some information.

Thanks, Kartiya, I have checked out both websites - very informative and especially relevant as I live in Victoria.