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Historic Native Title Ruling for Victorian Traditional Owners

VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, JUL 18 – The Federal Court recognised exclusive rights for three First Nations groups to control access to parts of their traditional lands after a decade-long legal battle.

  • A court has recognized the Latji Latji, Ngintait, and Nyeri Nyeri peoples as having exclusive rights to land in northwestern Victoria, according to a Federal Court decision.
  • The ruling concludes a 10-year legal battle and covers thousands of square kilometers, including Mildura and Murray-Sunset National Park.
  • Justice Elizabeth Bennett stated that the Native Title Holders maintain a deep connection to the area, despite historical injustices.
  • First Nations Legal & Research Services highlighted that this outcome confirms the recognition of native rights in Victoria.
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ABC Australia broke the news in Australia on Friday, July 18, 2025.
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