7am Part 2: The politics and pushback
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Sep 11, 2025 Indigenous leaders celebrate Victoria's groundbreaking treaty, establishing Gellung Warl, a body for First Peoples' consultation. While some advocate for this model in other regions, critics argue it may incite division and has political ramifications. The discussion delves into the historical context of Indigenous struggles, the complexities of public opinion, and the necessity of truth-telling. Ultimately, the treaty represents a hopeful shift for First Nations people, calling for a renewed relationship with broader communities.
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Historic First Treaty In Parliament
- Victoria's treaty is the first time any Australian parliament has introduced a treaty bill.
- The process took years, survived elections, a pandemic and a divisive referendum to reach this point.
Media Pushback Echoes Voice Debate
- Predictable media pushback framed the treaty as pandering to a minority and conflated it with the Voice referendum.
- Daniel James argues that criticisms ignore historical dispossession and reduce complex reform to culture-war talking points.
Double Standard On Referendums
- Referendums are often demanded for Indigenous policy but rarely for other areas; that double standard persists.
- James says calls for a state referendum on treaty are politically motivated or mistaken.