05/06/2026
This is a tremendous step forward!
In NAIDOC Week of 2019, the then-Labor opposition announced that we would implement a state response to the Uluru Statement from the Heart - Voice, Truth and Treaty.
We have delivered a nation-leading First Nations Voice to Parliament and with today’s State Budget we proudly take the next steps in our journey to implementing Truth-telling and Treaty by investing $8.5 million over four years to establish a commission to undertake these activities.
I want to be clear on what this commitment is and is not.
Truth-telling isn’t about division or blame - it’s about giving Aboriginal people the platform to share their history and experience of past policies so we can build a shared understanding for our State.
Treaty isn’t about taking anything from anyone else - It’s about supporting capacity-building, economic development and enterprise, self-determination, and collaborative engagement with government agencies.
I can’t wait to get this important work underway.