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Aboriginal land councils ramp up push for NT treaty promised 30 years ago - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

17.3.18

Aboriginal land councils ramp up push for NT treaty promised 30 years ago - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation): "The 30-year anniversary of the Barunga Statement represents perhaps a unique opportunity to reset the process and ensure that Aboriginal people are leading front and centre when it comes to these kinds of things," Mr Morrison said.

He said an MOU would ensure Indigenous Territorians are driving the treaty agenda.

"We don't want to see governments and anyone else come up with ideas on behalf of Aboriginal people because we've seen the sorts of messes that unfold," he said.

Mr Morrison said the MOU should include formal recognition of past wrongs, and ultimately lead to a better future for Aboriginal people.

"I think there's a need for the levels of leadership in the Northern Territory and the Commonwealth to realise the deep injustices," he said.


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