This is warm & fuzzy trash from ABC communists, who would like to see all of Australia turned over to some obscure Abo tribes.
“The Victorian government has begun formal negotiations on a statewide treaty with Aboriginal communities.”
OK, how much this time?
(Remember: the Vic govt paid every ‘stolen generation’ person $100,000 ea without them having to prove they were stolen)
How can a state gov’t go against the will of the people and sell out to special interest groups?
Those entering negotiations say they’re focused on securing a stronger future for Aboriginal children in Victoria. (Supplied: Leroy Miller)
In short:
The Victorian government has begun formal negotiations on a statewide treaty with Aboriginal communities.
The agreement is likely to explore ways to better protect Aboriginal culture and language, and give communities a bigger say in Indigenous affairs policy.
What’s next?
Premier Jacinta Allan said a key part of negotiations would focus on the future role of the First Peoples’ Assembly as a representative Aboriginal body in Victoria.
On Wurundjeri bushland in Melbourne’s inner north, rhythmic beats and a chorus of voices filled the sunny skies.
As Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan made her way through Darebin Parklands towards a gathering of hundreds of members of Victoria’s diverse Aboriginal nations on Thursday, she was part of Australian history.
For the first time, an Australian government sat opposite a collective of Aboriginal communities in a bid to negotiate a treaty, in recognition of their sovereign rights over land colonised without their consent.
Hundreds of people from Victorian clans gathered at Darebin Parklands for the start of negotiations. (Supplied: Leroy Miller)
Agreements have been struck in the past — including the infamous John Batman “treaty” for Melbourne.
But Victoria’s nation-leading statewide treaty process holds the promise of a genuine shift in relations that makes peace with a painful past.
First Peoples’ Assembly co-chair Ngarra Murray, who will be part of the team negotiating treaty on behalf of the state’s Indigenous communities, said the talks were a step towards justice and healing for past wrongs.
“Healing for our people, our families, our communities, our lands and waters, and for all Victorians,” Ms Murray said on Thursday.
Opposition won’t support Aboriginal dream for treaty
Because this is self0defeating rubbish. But do read on.