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First Peoples' left high and dry - The Hon. Harriet Shing MP, Minister for Water

The Hon. Harriet Shing MP, Minister for Water was asked how much of the $83 billion dollars the state received in water revenue for the financial years of 2010 to 2023 was distributed to Traditional Owners. 

Her answer was "zero"

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