For nearly two decades, Australian governments have pledged to close the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians — in health, education, employment and justice.

But year after year, the data tells a grim story: modest improvements in some areas and deepening crises in others. 

Behind the national figures, and in the shadow of the failed referendum, the Northern Territory is falling even further behind.

Today, Yorta Yorta man and co-host of 7am, Daniel James on the ongoing frustrations of First Nations leaders as they try to lead their communities to a better future. 

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Guest: Yorta Yorta man and co-host of 7am, Daniel James