September 24th, 2024First Peoples of Victoria honoured at Parliament

A plaque has this month been unveiled at Parliament House paying respects to the First Peoples of Victoria.

The simple yet significant ceremony was conducted by Legislative Assembly Speaker Maree Edwards and Legislative Council President Shaun Leane.

Positioned in the front Vestibule of Parliament House, the plaque has the following inscription:

‘On this, the Traditional Lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung People, we proudly acknowledge the First Peoples of Victoria, the Traditional Owners of all the lands from which the representatives of the people of Victoria meet in this Parliament.

Recognising that Parliament has an important role to play in addressing the failings of the past and in advancing reconciliation, we commit to honouring and working with First Nations people for the benefit of all Victorians.’