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The Point travels to the heart of Australia as the contentious Uluru climb is closed by traditional owners. We speak with traditional owner Sammy Wilson about the significance of Uluru and Kata Tjuta. And we hear about what the hopes for the National Park are now that the climb has closed. Hosted from Uluru by Rachael Hocking, John Paul Janke and Ryan Liddle.

The Point examines the rise of our mob in reality television programs and asks the question, what happens once the cameras get turned off. Reporter Rangi Hirini meets the mind behind the NITV hit show 'Family Rules' to see how they created the show. We speak live with Mitch Tambo, Andy Saunders and Brooke Blurton about how our communities are being represented and what duty of care do TV Producers have to the talent in their shows. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.

The Point takes a look at some of the extreme sports that our mob take part in and the psyche that drives us to chase our dreams. Journalist Danny Teece-Johnson follows parachutist Marley as he looks to fill the sky with the Aboriginal flag on each adventure. Reporter Ryan Liddle follows pro-skateboarder Nicky Hayes and finds out what led him to the sport. And we follow UFC fighter Bam Bam and his journey into the combat sport. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.

The Point takes a look at how different forms of addiction are affecting our communities and the toll they are taking on families. Reporter Shahni Wellington examines alcohol addiction within a women’s facility that’s working to break the stranglehold. Journalist Danny Teece-Johnson meets UFC fighter Bam Bam and hears how he overcame his gambling addiction. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point examines the spirituality of our communities, our connection to song lines, dreaming stories and structured religion practices. Reporter Shahni Wellington explores how traditional spiritual healing practices can be used to improve health and wellbeing. We also meet the Bourke Warriors Koori Knockout team and see the impact their Christian faith has on their team. And we examine how dreamtime stories connect us to our ancestors and each other. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Chelsea Bond.

The Point takes a look at how people in our communities are overcoming their disabilities and inspiring others. NITV follows CJ McCarthy on his quest to rule the wheelchair basketball court. Journalist Douglas Smith examines why Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) hasn’t been included on the disabilities register. And we follow the band ‘Brotherhood of the Blues’ as they defy the odds to rock out on stage. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rae Johnston.

The Point investigates the ongoing crisis of institutionalised racism affecting the nation’s healthcare system. Reporter Madeline Hayman-Reber examines the passing of Aunty Tanya and the new laws Victoria is set to bring in to stop the arrests of people for public drunkenness. And we explore the obstacles faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders for accessing specialist roles in the health sector. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.

The Point investigates how our cultures are evolving through the use of technology to record and share our stories. We take a look at how the recording of our stories has changed from an anthropological lens to a primacy of Indigenous voice and perspectives across the nation’s museums and institutions. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and Rae Johnston.

The Point celebrates Indigenous Literacy Day and we explore how language is being revitalised across the country through new programs. Journalist Brooke Fryer meets a woman who is working to create a new dictionary for the Gathang language from the north coast of NSW. And Reporter Ella Archibald-Binge looks at how stolen wages from thousands of Indigenous workers are being reimbursed in Queensland. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point celebrates the United Nations International Year of Indigenous Languages and explores how our dialects are having a rebirth across the country. Journalist Brooke Fryer meets a woman who is working to create a new dictionary for a NSW north coast sleeping language, while reporter Douglas Smith asks if language programs can be used to curb racism. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and Jodan Perry.

The Point hears key speeches featured at the 2019 GARMA Festival and explores this year’s theme ‘Pathways to our Future'. Gumatj Elder Djawa Yunupingu speaks to the crossroads First Nations peoples are at, while Senator Pat Dodson and Noel Pearson maintain the call to fight for the principles of the ‘Uluru Statement from the Heart’. We also follow Garma’s youth and the hopes they have for their future in ‘The Imagination Declaration’. Hosted by Rachael Hocking, John Paul Janke and Natalie Ahmat.

The Point takes a look at some of the key speeches featured at the 2019 GARMA Festival and explores this year’s theme ‘Pathways to our Future'. We hear from the Minister for Indigenous Australian’s Ken Wyatt on what voice, treaty, truth means to him. We also hear some of what Social Justice Commissioner June Oscar and NACCHO CEO Pat Turner had to say at the key forums. Hosted by Rachael Hocking, John Paul Janke and Natalie Ahmat on Yolngu country in North East Arnhem Land.

The Point travels to North East Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory for the 2019 Garma Festival and explore this year's theme 'Pathways to our Future'. We also unpack all the latest news, speeches, music, entertainment and culture of the Yolgnu people. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.

The Point examines the Community Development Program (CDP) Work for the Dole scheme and the impacts that it is having on our communities. Western Australian Correspondent Rangi Hirini travels to the Western Kimberleys and discovers why the Winun Ngari Aboriginal Corporation signed onto the CDP scheme. Journalist Jennifer Scherer looks at the impact the Cashless Debit Card has had on the local community. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.

The Point examines the economy of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts and fashion and how artists are empowering themselves within the industry. Reporter Ella Archibald-Binge visits the annual Cairns Indigenous Art Fair and follows the journey of the choir from Mer Island, bringing language and culture to the festival. Journalist Shahni Wellington examines the concept of art copyright and the Wild Black Women share a piece of their minds. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.

The Point broadcasts a youth forum from Old Parliament house from the national NAIDOC focus city, Canberra. Hosts Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke will be joined by five young guests to design a future declaration for young Australians. Celebrating and acknowledging our shared history and aspirations from our ancient First Peoples’ heritage and culture, our British institutions and our multicultural society in Australia.

The Point joins a panel of guests to explore truth telling in Australia with a focus on decolonising our history. We showcase First Nations contributions to building the cultural economy of Australia. We examine the colonial and multicultural arms of our history, including how this narrative has been hijacked through structural, systemic policies and we explore how its impacted on black lives in this country. Hosted by John Paul Janke and special co-host Chelsea Bond.

The Point joins a panel of guests to explore truth telling in Australia with a focus on the key moments in our history since colonisation. Journalist Jack Latimore examines the impact that the Frontier Wars have had in preventing a treaty from being signed. Reporter Ella Archibald-Binge explores the little known chapter of Australia's South Sea Islander history, 25 years after they were formally recognised by the Federal Government. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.

The Point joins a panel of guests to explore the treaty process across Australia and the international experience of our Indigenous brothers and sisters overseas. Reporter Ryan Liddle unpacks the benefits of a treaty or treaties for First Australians. Journalist Rangi Hirini examines the reparation of stolen bodies and if repatriation schemes could be part of a treaty process. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.

Michael Mansell, Leah Cameron and Richard Frankland join The Point to explore the treaty process across the country and the potential impact to native title. Reporter Rangi Hirini breaks down what’s already underway across the country and Rachael Hocking investigates exactly what a Makarrata Commission could look like. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.

A special panel of guests joins The Point to examine the process of national consultation undertaken by the Referendum Council and forums held around the country which culminated in the historic Uluru Statement. Reporter Ryan Liddle examines what the Sami peoples Voice to Parliament in Norway looks like. Madeline Hayman-Reber visits Uncle Talgium in Melbourne and hears how he found his voice as a member of the stolen generations. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.

The Point unpacks the complexities of Voice, Treaty & Truth across six episodes, two years on from the Uluru Statement from the Heart. In this episode we explore how our voice is heard through politics, sport and the arts. Reporter Douglas Smith examines some of the iconic stands Indigenous sportsmen and women have made. Ella Archibald-Binge investigates the perception that Indigenous Australians have either a radical or delegitimised voice. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.

The Point takes a look at how music plays an important role for our First Nations people. Rachael Hocking meets some of the artists performed at the Boomerang Festival in Byron Bay and also has a special interview with Hip Hop artist Briggs. And Western Australian correspondent Rangi Hirini introduces us to some of the up and coming artists that are taking part in Hip Hop workshops. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point previews the Federal Election and takes a look at how the major parties policies compare on issues of health, justice, employment and education for First Nations peoples. Karla Grant also investigates how the pending approval for the proposed Adani Carmichael mine in central Queensland has become an important election issue. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point investigates the mismanagement of the Murray-Darling river basin in the wake of the findings of the Murray Darling Basin Royal Commission. We look at how communities and their traditions are being impacted by the crisis. Journalist Kris Flanders follows former Walgett resident Dale Wright as he journeys home to deliver 10,000 litres of badly needed water to his beloved community.

The Point tells some of the personal stories from our LGBTQI+ communities. Reporter Ella Archibald-Binge tells the story of ‘Electric Fields’ band members Zaachariaha Fielding and Michael Ross and how their journey of self-discovery has shaped their music. We investigate the challenges facing a person going through gender realignment surgery and cross to the Mardi Gras Film Festival premiere screening of the transgender film Leitis in Waiting. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point examines how international treaties have shaped the lives of some of the world’s First Nations peoples. Reporter Ryan Liddle takes a look at New Zealand’s Waitangi treaty and the impact that the treaty has had on the Maori people. Journalist Madeline Hayman-Reber investigates what an Australian treaty could look like and examines if Victoria’s Treaty process could be a model for a wider Australian push for treaty. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point investigates the role law and order plays in our communities and how community groups are working with police to make change. Western Australian correspondent Rangi Hirini takes an in-depth look at the states default fines law and the crowd funding campaigns that are helping to get impoverished men and women out of prison. We also explore the lasting impact police brutality can have on inmates. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point investigates the media's coverage and public reaction to Indigenous protest on Australia Day historically. John-Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking speak with a special panel of Stan Grant, Jack Latimore, Carla McGrath and Cecelia Edmunds.

The Point takes a look at this week’s Federal Budget and what it means for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people across the nation. Reporter Nakari Thorpe breaks down the wins and losses and updates us on what we can expect from the Federal Opposition in their Budget Reply speech tomorrow. Rod Liddle from National Congress of Australia’s First People joins Rachael Hocking and John-Paul Janke in the studio as our special guest co-host.

The Point investigates why we are seeing an epidemic of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander youth suicides across Australia. Western Australian correspondent Rangi Hirini meets a family struggling with the loss of one of their own and their fight to help raise awareness of at risk youth. Queensland correspondent Ella Archibald-Binge examines a program combining medicine with traditional healing to curb the national youth suicide crisis. Hosted by John-Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point marks the start of the AFL season and examines the impact the sport has had on our communities. Reporter Douglas Smith travels to Port Lincoln to see where some of AFL’s greats made their start. We also attend the AFLW curtain raiser match and visit the Adelaide Crow’s Indigenous Girls Academy. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point marks International Women’s Day and the theme #BalanceforBetter. Political correspondent Nakari Thorpe explores why women are getting more involved in politics ahead of the NSW State Election. Journalist Brooke Fryer meets a remarkable woman who has fought to overcome serious hardships and won. We visit a special exhibition about women's business. Hosted by Rachael Hocking with an all-female panel including Getup’s Carla McGrath and Wild Black Women Dr Chelsea Bond and Angelina Hurley.

The Point investigates the mismanagement of the Murray-Darling river basin in the wake of the Murray Darling Royal Commission and how communities and their traditions are being impacted by the crisis. Journalist Kris Flanders follows former Walgett resident Dale Wright as he journeys home to deliver 10,000 litres of badly needed water to his beloved community. Reporter Nakari Thorpe hears from the Youth Climate Network about how they hope to change the use of water in the Murray Darling basin. Hosted by John-Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point tells some of the personal stories from our LGBTQI+ communities. Reporter Ella Archibald-Binge tells the story of ‘Electric Fields’ band members Zaachariaha Fielding and Michael Ross and how their journey of self-discovery has shaped their music. We investigate the challenges facing a person going through gender realignment surgery and cross live to the Mardi Gras Film Festival premiere screening of the transgender film Leitis in Waiting. Hosted by John-Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point investigates the role law and order plays in our communities and how community groups are working with police to make change. Western Australian correspondent Rangi Hirini takes an in-depth look at the states default fines law and the crowd funding campaigns that are helping to get impoverished men and women out of prison. We also explore the lasting impact police brutality can have on inmates. Hosted by John-Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point marks Closing the Gap week. Political correspondent Nakari Thorpe examines what is required to close the gap between Australia’s First Nations peoples and the rest of the nation. Queensland correspondent Ella Archibald-Binge takes a look at a community-controlled health program in Brisbane that is closing the gap in health and achieving life-changing results. Hosted by John-Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point marks Waitangi Day and looks at how international treaties have shaped the lives of some of the world’s First Nations peoples. Reporter Ryan Liddle takes a look at New Zealand’s Waitangi treaty and the impact it has had on the Maori people. Journalist Madeline Hayman-Reber investigates what an Australian treaty could look like and examines if Victoria’s Treaty process could be a model for a wider Australian push. Hosted by John-Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point reflects after Australia Day at how Recognition of its First Nations peoples might be achieved. Political correspondent Nakari Thorpe speaks with the Joint Select Committee on Constitutional Recognition about the next steps needed to move forward. Reporter Ryan Liddle examines how the worlds Indigenous peoples are recognised, and what recognition in Australia could look like. Hosted by John-Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.

The Point explores the mainstream media’s coverage and public reaction to Indigenous protest on Australia Day. We take a look at the last three years of reactions to the ‘Change the Date’ campaign. Western Australian correspondent Rangi Hirini speaks to the Mayor of Freemantle about why they changed their councils Australia Day celebrations. Reporter Madeline Hayman-Reber brings us the personal story of activist Tarneen Onus Williams who became the focus of outrage after her 2018 public call to “burn Australia to the ground.” Hosted by John-Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking, the program will feature a panel of speakers including Jack Latimore, Carla McGrath, Stan Grant and Celina Edmonds.