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 annually.
In reality, the Victorian treaty is expected to cost state taxpayers around $70 million each year, according to a bill introduced to Victoria's parliament.
"$380 million was spent negotiating a treaty... This fiasco will cost Victorian taxpayers 2.34 billion per year."
These claims are misleading, with the actual cost being significantly lower. 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.
- Estimated annual cost: $70 million
- Not $2.34 billion as claimed
AAP FactCheck has verified the information, revealing the true cost of the treaty to be substantially less than reported on social media.
Author's summary: Misleading claims about treaty costs debunked.
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