Saving the birthing trees

20/08/2019 17 min
Saving the birthing trees

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As the Andrews government attempts to negotiate treaty with First Nations people in Victoria, it is proceeding with a plan to bulldoze hundreds of sacred Djab Wurrung trees. At the same time, Crown land that might have been part of treaty has been sold off. Lidia Thorpe on the campaign to protect her people’s heritage.Guest: Djab Wurrung traditional owner and former Victorian state MP Lidia Thorpe. Background reading:Protecting the Djab Wurrung trees in The Saturday PaperThe Saturday PaperThe MonthlyFor more information on today’s episode, visit 7ampodcast.com.au.See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.