Anthony Albanese at the Garma Festival (Image: AAP/Mick Tsikas)
Anthony Albanese at the Garma Festival (Image: AAP/Mick Tsikas)

I begin by acknowledging the traditional owners of the land on which we meet. I pay my respects to their elders past, present and emerging. And on behalf of the Australian Labor Party, I commit to the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full.

Anthony Albanese, election night, Saturday, 21st May, 2022.

Makarrata is the culmination of our agenda: the coming together after a struggle. It captures our aspirations for a fair and truthful relationship with the people of Australia and a better future for our children based on justice and self-determination.