jan 1, 1997 - Stolen generation apology
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Bringing Them Home, the report of the inquiry into the Stolen Generations, is released. It recommends a national sorry day to commemorate the history and effects of removing children from their families.
PM Howard makes a personal apology to the Stolen Generations, but refuses to make an official apology on behalf of Australia.
At the National Reconciliation Conference on 27th May, hundreds of people turn their backs on Howard during his speech, in protest at his refusal to apologise to the Stolen Generations.
“Sea of Hands” outside Parliament House in Canberra in support of reconciliation and the Wik decision.
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