Mr. Hunter questions the legitimacy of the Native Title and Cultural Heritage Processes Review due to alleged sidelining of major stakeholders like the PGA. The Minister defends the reviewer's reputation and process.

AnsweredQoN 449Legislative Assembly
Asked
16 September 2025
Portfolio
Aboriginal Affairs

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Native Title and Cultural Heritage Processes Review
449. Mr Lachlan Hunter to
the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs:
I have a
supplementary question.
If major
stakeholders like the PGA have been sidelined, how can the minister have any
confidence that the final report will carry any legitimacy?

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I think that is a
pretty appalling indictment of the lead of the review, Mr Glen Kelly, who has a
very strong reputation in this space.
Mr Lachlan Hunter interjected.
The Speaker: Member for Central Wheatbelt!
Mr Don Punch: In that context, he is undertaking the
review in accordance with the terms of reference. The government will receive
the report in due course.
Mr Lachlan Hunter interjected.
The Speaker: Hang on two secs, minister. Member for
Central Wheatbelt, you have asked the question. Stop interjecting so the
minister can respond.
Mr Don Punch: I have answered the question, Mr Speaker.

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