First Peoples - State Relations

Find out if you should do a Welcome to Country or Acknowledgement of Traditional Owners for your event.

Discover more about how to recognise, respect and protect Aboriginal cultural heritage. Learn how to access the register of known Aboriginal cultural heritage places and objects within Victoria.

Use this map to search for an area and see who the formally recognised Traditional Owners are and how to contact them.

Support and programs for Traditional Owners in Victoria.

Information, guides and tools to assist Heritage Advisors with cultural heritage management plans, permits and tests.

Information to help land owners, managers and developers understand the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 and how to protect Aboriginal cultural heritage.

We're committed to self-determination and working closely with the Aboriginal community to drive action and improve outcomes.

Find out more about Treaty in Victoria, what it is and why we need it.

Find out how we're working with Aboriginal communities to improve outcomes and close the gap.

Learn about Cultural Heritage Management Plans and resources for preparing one, including tools, forms and practice notes.

History and legislation behind the recognition and protection of native title in Victoria.

Learn about guidance and responsibilities for engaging Traditional Owners.

Find out the latest updates from Victoria's Treaty negotiations.

The Ricci Marks Awards offer $5,000 for First Nations people aged 16-25 years. A special commendation award, the Ricci Marks Rising Star Award offers a bursary of $1,500.