** Check against delivery ** If I can first join everyone here in acknowledging the Traditional Owners, and particularly acknowledging those elders who are with…
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The Australian Government acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, water, culture and community. We pay our respects to the Elders both past and present.