In December 2008 the federal government that during 2009 it will introduce amendments to give the Federal Court a central role in managing all native title claims. This paper outlines the proposed changes.In December 2008 the federal government that during 2009 it will introduce amendments to give the Federal Court a central role in managing all native title claims. The Court has significant alternative dispute resolution experience and has achieved strong negotiated results in past native title matters by taking an active role in the mediation process. This change will give the Court control over all native title claims brought before it from start to end. Having one body control the direction of each case means that the opportunities for resolution can be more readily identified. This reform has the potential to significantly improve the operation of the native title system. This paper outlines the proposed changes.