A community roundtable in Perth has called for the Western Australian government to legislate a dedicated state commissioner for Indigenous children, with real power to monitor and advance First Nations rights across the state.

It's also called for an independent peak body representing Aboriginal children and families to improve coordination and accountability.

Other Highlights:

• Researchers from Adelaide University say rising seas and the loss of cultural heritage is causing climate grief in Australia and Pacific nations.
• Marranunggu man Yung Milla is the first rapper and first Indigenous person to win the reality tv show, The Voice.

This episode is presented by Adam Evans.