Chapman, Robert – Indigenous Justice Clearinghouse

Chapman, Robert

Unresolved tensions : Warlpiri law, police powers and land rights

Authors: Anthony, Thalia, Chapman, Robert

Publishers: Indigenous Law Centre, University of New South Wales

Following the intrusion of non-Indigenous police officers, including a female officer, on a restricted Walpiri ceremony ground in Lajamanu (northern Tanami Desert, Northern Territory), this article highlights the conflict between […]

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