For generations, First Nations people have called for a truth-telling process — a way to formally acknowledge the harm caused by colonisation and ongoing injustice.

In Victoria, that process has taken historic form through the Yoorrook Justice Commission — the first truth-telling inquiry of its kind in Australia.

Over a number of years, the commission heard thousands of testimonies, exposing the deep and painful truths of the state’s past and present.

Now, its final report has been handed to the Victorian government.

Daniel James — writer, broadcaster, and co-host of the 7am podcast was one of the author's of the commission's report, Truth Be Told.

He joined Tina Quinn to discuss what Yoorrook uncovered.
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