The Tasmanian Liberal Government is committed to progressing Truth-telling and Treaty in true partnership with Tasmanian Aboriginal people.
Earlier this year, the Premier and I met with Aboriginal representatives from across the state at a gathering in Launceston, to commence discussions on how Truth-telling and Treaty should proceed in Tasmania.
Based on those discussions, we invited nominations for membership of an advisory group, comprised of Aboriginal people, who can work together with Government to design a process for Truth-telling and Treaty that is led by Aboriginal people.
Today I am pleased to announce the following members of the Aboriginal Advisory group:
I thank these members for agreeing to participate, as individuals and as representatives of Tasmanian Aboriginal people, in this important process.
The Advisory group will have its first meeting early next year, and will be supported to undertake whatever work it feels is needed, including investigating work underway in other jurisdictions, undertaking research, seeking specialist advice and consulting with Aboriginal people across the State.
There is no set timeframe or predetermined outcome for this work – these matters will be determined by the group.
Members will be remunerated for their time and costs of participating, consistent with other expert advisory bodies.
The formation of the Aboriginal Advisory group is an important milestone, and I look forward to our work together.
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