For generations, First Nations people have called for a truth telling process so their stories can be heard.

In Victoria, for the first time in Australia’s history, that has finally happened.

For the past four years, the Yoorrook Justice Commission has been gathering the testimony of thousands of Victorians to put on record the truth about the state’s history.

The culmination of that work has now been handed to the Victorian government. 

Today, we hear the story of the Yoorrook Justice Commission – and find out how knowing the truth about Australia’s history sets us up for a better future.

This is part one of a two part series.

If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.

 

Socials:Stay in touch with us on Instagram

 

Guest: Daniel James, host of 7am and author of the Yoorrook report Truth Be Told

For generations, First Nations people have called for a truth telling process so their stories can be heard.
In Victoria, for the first time in Australia&rsquo;s history, that has finally happened.
For the past four years, the Yoorrook Justice Commission has been gathering the testimony of thousands of Victorians to put on record the truth about the state&rsquo;s history.
The culmination of that work has now been handed to the Victorian government.&nbsp;
Today, we hear the story of the Yoorrook Justice Commission &ndash; and find out how knowing the truth about Australia&rsquo;s history sets us up for a better future.
This is part one of a two part series.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at <a href="http://7ampodcast.com.au/support">7ampodcast.com.au/support</a>.
&nbsp;
Socials: Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a>
&nbsp;
Guest: Daniel James, host of 7am and author of the Yoorrook report Truth Be Told

An independent daily news show. We feature the country’s best reporters, covering the news as it affects Australia. This is news with narrative, every weekday.

An independent daily news show. We feature the country&rsquo;s best reporters, covering the news as it affects Australia. This is news with narrative, every weekday.

A daily news show from the publisher of The Monthly and The Saturday Paper.

A daily news show from the publisher of The Monthly and The Saturday Paper. Hear from the country’s best reporters, covering the news as it affects Australia. This is news with narrative, every weekday.

Part 1: The road to Yoorrook

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/2fb3740d-3436-44af-8cc0-a91900716aa5/clips/c4ec832e-f5e1-4c8b-9de7-b30d00760482/transcript