Rachael
In this submission, Rachael states that colonisation involved the invasion, massacre, and displacement of First Peoples. She advocates for comprehensive education and promoting First Peoples history and culture through community events.
Submission Transcription
Invaded and Massacred First People;s Traumatised and seperated families/mobs Displaced
Minimal or Untrue history only told in 80s Primary- 90’s Secondary
Education for Both New generations at same time – media or Council resident education for Parents/Community -Business owners ALL on basic history true and after effects now explained
Learn/educated them selves and others on Ally’ Learn definition of Truth telling and Treaty before judging
Learn/educated them selves and others on Ally’ Learn definition of Truth telling and Treaty before judging
Truth-teller consent
Viki Sinclair (Fowler)
Viki Sinclair is a direct descendant of one of the original settlers of Gippsland, Colin McLaren. In this submission, she tells her personal story of... more
Anonymous 1481
The author has a broad understanding of colonisation’s impact on First Peoples but feels Victoria's education system was extremely limited in teaching... more
Denise Cusack Sister of Our Lady of Sion
Denise Cusack, Sister of Our Lady of Sion, found attending some of the Yoorrook Justice Commission public hearings to be a deeply moving experience,... more
Melissa Turnbull
Melissa Turnbull describes the brutal colonisation of Victoria, including undocumented massacres and displacement of First Peoples. Her education on F... more
Reports and Recommendations
Read the official reports and recommendations of the Yoorrook Justice Commission.

Yoorrook for Transformation
Third Interim Report: A five-volume comprehensive reform report presenting evidence and findings on systemic injustices, and specific recommendations for meaningful change to transform the future.

Truth Be Told
An official public record that documents First Peoples experiences since colonisation, preserves crucial testimonies for future generations and creates an enduring resource for education and understanding.

Recommendations for change
Yoorrook Justice Commission’s recommendations for truth-telling, justice, and systemic reform in Victoria.