Part 1: The road to Yoorrook
Jul 2, 2025 •
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.
Part 1: The road to Yoorrook
1604 • Jul 2, 2025
Part 1: The road to Yoorrook
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.
Guest: Daniel James, host of 7am and author of the Yoorrook report Truth Be Told
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