Anne Ruston (SA, Liberal Party, Assistant Minister for International Development and the Pacific) Share this | Hansard source

Governments across Australia are investing over $33 billion in programs that benefit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians, including $5 billion through the Commonwealth Indigenous Advancement Strategy. The government's investment in the 250th anniversary of James Cook's voyage to Australia includes measures that engage with Indigenous communities exploring the view from the shore and funding for the Australian Institute for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Studies to scope bringing cultural heritage material held overseas back to its original custodians and owners. The government believes it's important that we recognise and acknowledge our history as part of our efforts to advance the cause of reconciliation.