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Mabo, A Voice and the Road Ahead (2022x17)

: 02, 2022

On the eve of the 30th anniversary of the historic Mabo decision, we reflect on what’s been achieved since the High Court recognised Indigenous land rights. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has pledged to hold a referendum to enshrine a Voice for First Nations people in the Constitution and major faith groups have declared their support. After a brutal election loss, the Liberal party has chosen Queensland conservative Peter Dutton to as new leader and former Environment Minister Sussan Ley as deputy. Meanwhile the Nationals have also chosen new leadership, with Queenslander David Littleproud replacing Barnaby Joyce and NSW Senator Perin Daley as deputy. With Stan Grant: Gail Mabo, Artist and daughter of land rights campaigner Eddie Koiki Mabo; Linda Burney, Incoming Indigenous Affairs Minister; Julian Leeser, NSW Liberal MP; Chris Kenny, Member of the Indigenous Voice Senior Advisory Group; Shireen Morris, Constitutional lawyer and author; Frank Brennan, Priest, human rights lawyer.