09/06/2026
Wamba Wemba Aboriginal Corporation proudly acknowledges the appointment of Judge Rosemary Falla, a proud Wotjobaluk, Wemba Wemba and Mutti Mutti woman, to the County Court of Victoria.
This is a powerful moment for our people and for justice in this State. Her Honour’s leadership, strength and deep cultural grounding continue a legacy shaped by her father, Uncle Kevin Coombes and the many Elders who paved the way.
We celebrate this achievement and the pathway it creates for our next generations.
“My parents taught us that nothing was out of reach. We could reach those unimaginable dreams and achieve them. My dad exemplified this, never letting his paraplegia, nor his Aboriginality limit his potential.”
Judge Rosemary Falla has been officially welcomed to the County Court of Victoria, becoming the Court’s first First Nations judge. A proud Wotjobaluk, Wemba Wemba and Mutti Mutti woman, her welcome on 3 June 2026 coincided with Mabo Day and the final day of National Reconciliation Week.
Her Honour’s appointment reflects both a distinguished legal career and a deep commitment to First Nations justice. Alongside her father, respected Koori Court Elder the late Uncle Kevin Coombes, Judge Falla helped establish Victoria’s first Koori Court and later served as the inaugural supervising magistrate for Koori Justice.
Known for her leadership, legal expertise and commitment to culturally informed justice, Judge Falla has long worked to create a more inclusive and respectful court system for community.
Her appointment marks a significant milestone for First Nations representation in the Victorian legal system.
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