Aboriginal legal status and laws
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Aboriginal Australians legal status and laws
Discussion paper
Exposure draft - Native Title Legislation Amendment Bill 2018: public consultation paper
The objective of the proposed reforms is to deliver improvements to native title claims resolution, agreement-making, and dispute resolution processes in the Native Title Act and other legislation. This document outlines the purpose of the proposed amendments and seeks stakeholder views on the approach to amending the law.
Report
Dhelk Dja: safe our way
Dhelk Dja is the key Aboriginal-led Victorian Agreement that commits the signatories – Aboriginal communities, Aboriginal services and government – to work together and be accountable for ensuring that Aboriginal people, families and communities are stronger, safer, thriving and living free from family violence.
Report
Land and water rights of Traditional Owners in Victoria
This research paper provides an overview of the key mechanisms by which Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders can exercise their rights to land and waters in Victoria.
Strategy
Our shared journey towards reconciliation
This Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) outlines the actions the department will take to improve opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. The development process was led by the department's Indigenous Staff Network and RAP Working Group and helps to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Article
Towards an Indigenous voice
The Uluru Statement from the Heart is beginning to have an impact in Canberra, argues Gabrielle Appleby.