Joshua Creamer, a Waanyi and Kalkadoon man and Everest climber, is chairing a Queensland committee focused on reconciliation through understanding the state's history.

The inquiry aims to uncover the truth about Queensland's violent history, including the estimated 60,000 murders by the Queensland Native Police.

Creamer, a barrister specializing in native title and human rights law, has experience representing victims of colonial violence, such as in 'stolen wages' cases and racially discriminatory police raids on Palm Island.

Despite political challenges, Creamer emphasizes that truth-telling is crucial for a better future for all Queenslanders.

The inquiry will have the powers of a royal commission, enabling it to compel witnesses to testify.

A key focus is capturing the history of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander elders, many of whom have recently passed away.

This will be the largest history-gathering exercise in Queensland, supported by a 44-member staff team.