The final report from the Yoorrook Justice Commission has classified the injustices faced by Indigenous people in Victoria as 'genocide' and has urged the state government to provide redress for historical wrongs stemming from colonial invasion.

Presented to the Victorian parliament on July 1, 2025, the report includes 100 recommendations aimed at fostering truth-telling, healing, and reconciliation across various sectors such as health, education, justice, and child protection.

Among its key recommendations, the commission advocates for the establishment of a truth-telling body to create a public record of the injustices experienced by Indigenous peoples.

The report also calls for the integration of Indigenous perspectives into the education curriculum and emphasizes the need for cultural safety within schools.

Rueben Berg, co-chair of the First Peoples’ Assembly, highlighted the interconnectedness of truth and treaty as vital for addressing historical injustices and promoting collaboration between First Peoples and the Victorian government.

Victoria's Premier, Jacinta Allan, recognized the importance of the report and the necessity of amplifying the previously silenced stories of Indigenous peoples.

Despite facing criticism and experiencing resignations among commissioners, the inquiry culminated in a 'walk for truth' event led by deputy chair Travis Lovett, which saw hundreds of participants.

The report documents the tragic history of 50 massacres between 1831 and 1854, resulting in the deaths of at least 978 Aboriginal individuals, primarily at the hands of colonizers.

It also emphasizes that from 1834 onwards, mass killings, disease, sexual violence, cultural destruction, and child removals contributed to the near-total physical destruction of First Peoples in Victoria.

Notably, three commissioners expressed dissent regarding the report's key findings, urging readers to consider it in conjunction with previous reports for a more comprehensive understanding of the issues.