Victoria Aboriginal treaty legislation passed: State to enter into formal negotiations

VICTORIA has passed Australia’s first treaty legislation, with Aboriginal Affairs Natalie Hutchins saying the move will promote reconciliation and foster shared pride in Aboriginal culture.

VICTORIA has passed Australia’s first treaty legislation.

The Advancing the Treaty Process with Aboriginal Victorians Bill 2018 passed the Legislative Council last night.

The law means Victoria will enter into formal treaty negotiations with its Aboriginal people.

An independent Aboriginal representative body will be established to work in partnership with the state government.

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“Victoria will be the first state in Australia to negotiate treaty with its first peoples,” Minister for Aboriginal Affairs Natalie Hutchins said.

“Treaty will have benefits for all Victorians, promoting reconciliation, fostering shared pride in Aboriginal culture and helping to heal the wounds of the past.”