June 2003 Volume 5, Issue 25
The June 2003 issue of the Indigenous Law Bulletin features a report on the government review of ATSIC, and special forums on Alcoholism and Chroming. The articles discuss which strategies are most effective in addressing substance abuse in Indigenous communities, and critique the current debates and approaches on substance abuse. Members of the Indigenous community write about the strategies they are using to address substance abuse in their communities. A casenote looks at oral evidence given in courts by Indigenous witnesses.
Research and reports
The Government Review of ATSIC: An Overview
by Jackie Hartley
Special Forum on Alcoholism
Liquor Restrictions in Queensland Indigenous Communities
by Judy Spence MPThe Drink Without the Trouble: Hope for Our Future
by Kelly BarclayPublic Drunkenness in Townsville: The Way Forward
by Richard HoolihanAlcohol & Alice Springs: Meeting the Needs and Wishes of the Community
by Clive Rosewarne
Special Forum on Chroming
Chroming: Child Protection Before Law Enforcement
by Simon ClearyWummuninji
by Alice HughesChroming: Legislative Change and Practical Dilemmas
by Rowan Fairbairn and David Murray
Casenotes
Indigenous Oral Evidence
by Catherine Iorns
Regular
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