The Greens stand with the Aboriginal Land Council of Tasmania and the Truwana Rangers in condemning acts of vandalism at Wybalenna.
Wybalenna is an historic site, the place of Australia’s first mission, where Tasmanian Aboriginal people were detained and prevented from returning to their Country.
It is now a sacred place for the Aboriginal community, where people go to remember the tragedy and grief that people endured, to heal together, and connect through culture.
The Aboriginal Land Council of Tasmania, Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre and Truwana Rangers have worked tirelessly to transform Wybalenna. It should be treated with respect.
The acts of vandalism that occurred are vicious and disrespectful, and stand in stark contrast to the care and love that has been poured into restoring Wybalenna.
We call on the Tasmanian Government to condemn these attacks, and to do what is needed to help the Aboriginal community restore this highly significant place.
