Part 3, The Gap: Is self-determination working?

In many parts of Australia, Aboriginal community leaders want more control over local decision-making. They say it's a race against time to start reversing decades-old crises of substance abuse, incarceration, crime and joblessness. Often, community leaders point to existing examples of self-determination. So what are those models delivering? Today on The Signal, we travel to the communities on Groote Eylandt, off the east coast of Arnhem Land. How does self-determination work there? And could the same strategies be adapted elsewhere too? Featured: Jane Bardon, ABC reporter Tony Wurramarrba, Chairman, Anindilyakwa Land Council Glen Smith, General Manager, Gebie Civil and Construction Nesman Bara, Board-member, Aminjarrinja Enterprises Daniel Ngurruwuthun, Artist Constantine Mamarika, Traditional owner Ida Mamarika, Umbakumba Elder Fabian Lalara, Senior Mentor Supervisor, Gebie Gang Donovan Wurramara, Gebie Gang participant Jasmine Hastings, Leadership officer, Milyakburra Strong Women's Group