Debunking the Myth: Indigenous Treaty Costs
A false claim circulating on social media suggests that Australia's first formal treaty with Indigenous people will cost taxpayers billions of dollars each year.
The claim states that the treaty will cost Victorian taxpayers $2.34 billion per year.
However, according to a bill introduced to Victoria's parliament, the actual cost of the state treaty will be around $70 million annually.
- The treaty includes provisions such as parliamentary representation for non-Indigenous people identifying as Indigenous.
- A 'First Peoples' infrastructure fund will also be established.
- Control over school curricula is another aspect of the treaty.
AAP FACTCHECK has confirmed that the claim of a $2.34 billion annual cost is false.
Author's summary: False claim about Indigenous treaty costs debunked.