Australia to sign treaty with its Indigenous population, giving them more say

By Kristina Kukolja

Published November 3, 2025 at 4:52 AM EST

Australia's first treaty with its Indigenous peoples will be signed in the state of Victoria this month. It will give First Nations more say on laws and policy affecting them.

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