Understanding treaty in Australia: What First Nations people want you to know

21/10/2025 6 min
Understanding treaty in Australia: What First Nations people want you to know

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Episode Synopsis

Australia is home to the world’s oldest living cultures, yet remains one of the few countries without a national treaty recognising its First Peoples. This means there has never been a broad agreement about sharing the land, resources, or decision-making power - a gap many see as unfinished business. Find out what treaty really means — how it differs from land rights and native title, and why it matters.

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