Former and current Aboriginal officers suing NT Police in class action over allegations of racial discrimination
A group of current and former Aboriginal police officers is launching a class action lawsuit against the Northern Territory government. They allege decades of systemic racial discrimination, vilification, and pay inequality within the police force.
Why it matters
This case highlights significant issues regarding workplace culture, institutional racism, and the treatment of Indigenous employees in Australian public institutions.
A group of past and present Aboriginal employees with NT Police are suing the force, claiming they experienced racial discrimination and vilification at work. ( ABC News: Pete Garnish )
A group of current and former Aboriginal police officers are suing the Northern Territory government over allegations they were subject to racial discrimination and vilification while serving on the force.
The class action follows a decision by the Australian Human Rights Commission to terminate a complaint made by the officers two years ago.
The case is due to go before the Federal Court later this month, with lawyers pushing for a trial in 2027.
Link copied Share Share article A group of current and former Aboriginal police officers in the Northern Territory are suing the Territory government in the Federal Court, claiming they experienced decades of racial discrimination, abuse and vilification while working for NT Police.
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