City of Port Phillip Statement of Commitment to Aboriginal Community

We acknowledge the right of Indigenous Australians to live according to their own values and customs, subject to law and we commit ourselves to respecting Aboriginal sacred sites and significant places.

The Council recognises the valuable contribution to the Port Phillip region made by Indigenous people and looks forward to a future of mutual respect and harmony.

The Yorta Yorta Nation Aboriginal Corporation Response to AAV AHB

The Yorta Yorta Nations Aboriginal Corporation will oppose the new Aboriginal Heritage Legislation in its entirety until there is a more comprehensive negotiation, which includes the Yorta Yorta Council of Elders, and all Traditional Owners/Nations with connections to traditional country within Victoria

Aboriginal Affairs Victoria (AAV) is the Victorian Government's central point of advice on all aspects of Aboriginal affairs in Victoria. Aboriginal Affairs Victoria - Draft Aboriginal Heritage Bill (click link to proceed to document and information sheets 1 -10)

Municipal Association of Victoria - Aboriginal Heritage Bill submission - The MAV advocates a whole-of-government framework for Indigenous issues and encourages positive relationships to be developed between local government and Indigenous communities throughout Victoria.

Use eServices to ask us a question, request information or give us feedback online. If you prefer phone ASSIST on (03) 9209 6777 or TTy (03) 9209 6713 and ask for the Coordinator Indigenous Policy & Programs.

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