#MaboDay Today, June 3, 2025, marks the 33rd anniversary of the landmark Mabo v Queensland (No 2) decision by the High Court of Australia. On this day in 1992, the High Court, in favour of Meriam man Eddie Mabo and his co-plaintiffs, overturned the legal fiction of ‘terra nullius’ – the idea that Australia was […]
Today is #SorryDay a day to reflect and honour the extraordinary resilience and determination of the Stolen Generations. In our daily work, we see the enduring legacy of discriminatory policies and the profound challenges posed by inter-generational trauma and its ongoing negative effects on our communities. We stand with the Stolen Generations, dedicated to upholding […]
We’re thrilled to announce that our very own Mr. Tim Hishon has been awarded the prestigious Life Membership Award from the Sunshine Coast Law Association (SCLA)! This incredible honour was presented at the 10th Annual Justin Crosby Memorial Gala Dinner 2025 on the weekend. The SCLA Life Member Award is a testament to significant contributions […]
ATSILS has a statewide civil law team that can assist clients in making a valid Will. Check out the video below to understand why having a Will in place is important. To contact an ATSILS office close to you please visit: www.atsils.org.au/contact/ #ATSILS #legalhelp
Great to catch up with the Tablelands Community Justice Group again in Atherton, to further discussions around community-led intervention initiatives, partnerships and Closing The Gap justice policy. Thank you to Julie Go Sam (TCJG) Justice Coordinator and all local Elders in attendance for hosting our CEO – Shane Duffy, Graham White (Director of Sector Engagement […]
ATSILS Toowoomba Regional Manager will join family and friends next month on an epic mission to raise awareness and vital funds for crisis counselling services across the Darling Downs and South West Queensland. On 26 May 2025, the first-ever Lifeline 3000 Ride will commence. Covering an incredible 1250km journey, Lifeline Darling Downs and South West […]
Mob Strong is a free nationwide legal advice and financial counselling service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Mob Strong will be at the following locations: • Mount Isa Neighbourhood Centre, 72 Marian Street, Pioneer from 9:00am – 3:00pm on the 6th of May • Ngukuthati Children & Family Centre, 70 Short Stret, Pioneer […]
Our Mission is to deliver legal assistance services which include prevention and early intervention, and legal advice, with the core aim of focusing on the protection and advancement of the legal and human rights of First Nations Queenslanders. Our Service Delivery includes: – Criminal, Civil & Family Law – Community Legal Education & Law Reform […]
Graham White, our Director of Sector Engagement and Communications, had the pleasure of meeting with CRAICCHS CEO Jessica Scott and EA Amanda Frankcombe yesterday in Cherbourg. It was fantastic to be out on beautiful Wakka Wakka country, yarning about the concept of Health/Justice partnerships and gaining deeper insights into the range of vital services CRAICCHS […]
ATSILS Offices ATSILS operations return to some normality following the impact of Cyclone Alfred. We will continue to prioritise staff and client safety and thank you for your understanding over the past week as we navigated the challenges of severe weather impacting our service. As always if you need legal assistance please call 1800 012 […]