RETIREMENT OF MINISTER LINDA BURNEY

While we have often differed in our views of how to best end indigenous disadvantage, Minister Burney’s career has been driven by a burning desire to improve the lives of Indigenous Australians. When the day comes that Indigenous Australians have the same life expectations as every other Australian, it will be in part due to Minister Burney’s dedication in an area of politics filled with difficult and harrowing realities.

An immense personal sacrifice is demanded from anyone who volunteers for a life of service through elected office, but particularly so for Minister Burney who has experienced significant personal tragedy and loss. For her commitment and sacrifice she has given as an elected representative, I offer my sincere commendation and wish her the best in her future endeavours.

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