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1992 In the Mabo case, the High Court recognises Indigenous ownership of the land for the first time. (jun 3, 1992 – jun 3, 1992)

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Effect: In the Mabo case, the High Court changed terra nullius, recognised Indigenous land ownership, and changed Australian property law to recognize traditional land rights.

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jun 3, 1992
jun 3, 1992
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