Statewide Treaty Act 2025
9Objects of this Part and of Gellung Warl
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9 Objects of this Part and of Gellung Warl
(1) The object of this Part is to establish Gellung Warl.
(2) Gellung Warl has the following objects—
(a) to deliver improved and enduring outcomes for First Peoples;
(b) to be led by democratically elected representatives of First Peoples in a self‑determining and deliberative way to enable First Peoples to freely determine their political status, pursue their economic, social and cultural development and make decisions about their own futures;
(c) to form an enduring part of the democratic landscape of Victoria;
(d) to respect Aboriginal Lore, Law and Cultural Authority and meet its cultural obligations and responsibilities as determined by First Peoples;
(e) to be generative and flexible with the capacity to evolve over time;
(f) to be transparent and accountable in carrying out its functions and powers;
(g) to operate with integrity and be subject to appropriate oversight, including by State integrity agencies such as IBAC and the Ombudsman;
(h) to undertake any charitable work or charitable purposes.