Western Australia announces redress scheme for members of the Stolen Generations

The Western Australian government has announced a redress scheme for members of the Stolen Generations, after years of campaigning by survivors and their family members. The announcement by Cook on Tuesday leaves Queensland as the only jurisdiction without a redress scheme. “The WA Government has long acknowledged the historical injustices and their ongoing impact on the Stolen Generations, their families, and communities,” Cook said. “It marks a significant step in recognising members of Western Australia’s Stolen Generations by providing reparations for surviving members,” he said. Prof Steve Larkin, the chair of the foundation, said ageing Stolen Generations members were running out of time.