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.
"$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.
- Expected annual cost: $70 million
- Claimed annual cost: $2.34 billion
AAP FactCheck has confirmed that the claim of a $2.34 billion annual cost is false.
Author's summary: False claim about treaty costs debunked.
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