Indigenous leaders hail Australia's first treaty as a historic moment

First Nations leaders say the introduction of Victoria’s treaty legislation marks a historic moment for the nation. Australia is the only major commonwealth country that has never signed a treaty with its First Peoples. It's nearly thirty years since former Prime Minister Bob Hawke promised a national treaty, something he ultimately didn't deliver. Indigenous leaders say the country's first treaty is a transformational reform that will lead to real change for First Peoples.