Talk:Melbourne


The is a bit of an edit war about adding text that starts with "The assignment of Aboriginal names to cities ..". This is probably a good addition to the article, but it needs a source. Until then, it will keep getting deleted. --Bduke (talk) 03:10, 11 August 2022 (UTC)Reply[reply]

I thought the 'aboriginal content dispute' was over :( GoodDay (talk) 07:08, 11 August 2022 (UTC)Reply[reply]

I may ask for protection of this page, in what its status quo was. Whatever that was. GoodDay (talk) 08:00, 11 August 2022 (UTC)Reply[reply]

I've requested protection for this page, until a consensus can be reached on the proposed inclusion of said-new material. GoodDay (talk) 15:42, 11 August 2022 (UTC)Reply[reply]

I have no problem with the use of the source to say that some dispute the use of the name. There is contention within any community. I've seen this Elder referenced before, they are pretty active in Melbourbe. You may find a better source on the ABC. What you shouldn't do however is use one person's POV to erase other well sourced work. Poketama (talk) 23:07, 11 August 2022 (UTC)Reply[reply]

An Elder (usually capitalised) of an Aboriginal Australian or Torres Strait Islander community has been defined as "someone who has gained recognition as a custodian of knowledge and lore, and who has permission to disclose knowledge and beliefs". They may be male or female, and of any age, but must be trusted and respected by their community for their wisdom, cultural knowledge and community service. Elders provide support for their communities in the form of guidance, counselling and knowledge, which help tackle problems of health, education, unemployment and racism, particularly for younger people.