Part 2: The politics and pushback

Part 2: The politics and pushback

From 7am by Solstice Media

April 25, 2026 · 17 min · Episode 1892

About this episode

The episode discusses the implications of Victoria's treaty for Indigenous communities and the political pushback it faces.

Indigenous leaders across the country welcomed Victoria’s treaty. The legislation enshrines a democratically elected body for First Peoples, called Gellung Warl, that will be consulted on laws and policies affecting Indigenous communities. Now there are calls for other states and territories to use the Victorian example as a model to establish their own treaties. But there’s also pushback – with critics calling it costly and divisive in claims that echo The Voice debate – and with state and territory leaders across the country abandoning previous promises and commitments. Today, writer and  7am co-host Daniel James on whether Victoria’s treaty marks a turning point or an anomaly. This is part two of a two-part episode that first aired in September 2025.   If you enjoy 7am , the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support .   Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Writer and 7am co-host, Daniel James. Photo:  AAP Image/Joel Carrett See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Guest: Daniel James

Topics covered

  • Indigenous rights
  • treaty legislation
  • political pushback
  • state commitments
  • First Peoples governance

Keywords

  • Indigenous leaders
  • treaty
  • Victoria
  • Gellung Warl
  • political pushback
  • First Peoples
  • state leaders
  • The Voice debate

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Victoria, Gellung Warl

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