The Yoorrook Justice Commission’s final reports were tabled in state parliament on Tuesday, July 1.
The reports conclude the work of the Yoorrook Justice Commission, the first formal truth-telling inquiry of its kind in Australia.
The commission was established by the state government in partnership with the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria to investigate injustices experienced by First Peoples in Victoria since colonisation, including the impact of past and current government policies and actions.
Premier Jacinta Allan acknowledged the strength and courage of those who made submissions and gave evidence to the commission over the past four years and also the work of commissioners and commission staff in preparing the reports.
“Thank you to the commission for these historic reports – they shine a light on hard truths and lay the foundations for a better future for all Victorians,” Ms Allan said.
“Victoria’s truth-telling process is a historic opportunity to hear the stories of our past that have been buried – these are stories that all Victorians need to hear.”
Ms Allan said the government shared the Yoorrook Justice Commission’s goals of truth and justice and would carefully consider the commission’s final findings and recommendations.
