Aboriginal groups in the Northern Territory are sounding the alarm, accusing the CLP government of weaponizing federal funding meant to close the gap — and they’re not alone. Tensions are escalating after controversial child protection law changes bypassed community consultation, sparking protests and the resignation of the NT Children’s Commissioner. Rob McPhee, a former Closing the Gap co-chair, has quit, citing a lack of genuine partnership — a core principle of the agreement. With a new Closing the Gap report looming, Indigenous Australians Minister Malarndirri McCarthy is reportedly considering financial penalties for underperforming jurisdictions, while the NT government insists it’s doing its part despite unique challenges. The nation is watching to see if words turn into action — or if the gap keeps widening.
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