The Dying Days of Segregation in Australia: Case Study Yarrabah (First Nations True Stories)

The Yarrabah Story is a groundbreaking book that sheds light on the little-known history of racism, discrimination, and segregation experienced by the deep north of Australia, particularly in the Aboriginal reserve of Yarrabah in Queensland.

Written by an author with a long-term association with the community, this book provides a unique perspective on the aspirations of Aboriginal people for self-determination, local government, human rights, and land rights.

The text delves into the human rights abuses and government policies that promoted racial discrimination, offering a political history of race relations in Australia from contact to present day.

Despite past racism and lingering examples of discrimination, Yarrabah today is a thriving community run by an Aboriginal Council, with residents who enjoy the same human rights as other Australians.

The book provides valuable insights into the ongoing struggle for justice and equality in Australia, making it essential reading for anyone interested in politics, government, public affairs, ethnic studies, or minority studies.