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.
In reality, the Victorian treaty is expected to cost state taxpayers around $70 million annually, according to a bill introduced to Victoria's parliament.
The claim that the treaty will cost $2.34 billion per year is incorrect.
- The actual cost is estimated to be $70 million per year.
- The treaty includes provisions such as parliamentary representation for non-Indigenous people identifying as Indigenous, a 'First Peoples' infrastructure fund, and control over school curricula.
AAP FactCheck has debunked the false claim, which has been spreading on social media.
Author's summary: False claim about Indigenous treaty costs debunked.