Queensland Government Halts Indigenous Truth-Telling Inquiry

The new LNP government cancels meetings and plans to repeal legislation, sparking backlash from federal officials and Indigenous advocates.

Queensland's new premier, David Crisafulli, plans to repeal the Path to Treaty Act, effectively ending the Indigenous truth-telling inquiry.
Minister Fiona Simpson canceled a scheduled meeting with inquiry chair Joshua Creamer, citing the need for further advice.
The federal government and Indigenous advocacy groups have urged the state to reconsider, warning that halting the inquiry could hinder reconciliation efforts.
The inquiry, which began in September, had planned hearings in Cherbourg and North Stradbroke Island before being paused.
Critics argue that the cancellation continues a long history of government neglect towards Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices.