I am very interested to hear from anyone who has any idea on how reconciliation might be achieved? I agree, it is our responsibility as Australians but how? Kev- you say it's about recognising indigenous claims for native title, well that is a matter for the courts not us. But let me tell you something, there is no evidence whatsoever that native title has improved the living conditions of Aborigines. You cannot lease, subdivide, place a mortgage on or transfer native title. There is evidence that native title post being granted is rife with corruption and internal politics.
I would argue that indigenous Australians need to be treated as equals, they need free access to education, medicine, food, housing, employment opportunities. Now, there's a long path to reconciliation and as much as some people may hate to admit it, reconciliation takes two, and no amount of saying 'sorry' for past misdeeds will improve their health standards and welfare.
