Rob HullsMinister for Planning
Level 17, 8 Nicholson St.
East Melbourne 3002 August 3 2006
Dear Rob Hulls,
I write as matter of urgency, regarding the Hepburn Pool Community Meeting held 12th July 2006, at The Palais 111 Main Road Hepburn Springs, organised by the Department of Sustainability and Environment.
To facilitate, on the mix of legal, heritage, and indigenous issues.
The Appointed Chairperson, (name unsure) as being John Wilson lawyer from Ballarat or Mediation Lawyer Graham Hills, assisting your departments representative Lynne Haultian, both were given a copy brief being 21 pages compiled by Anne Kavanagh secretary BeBuyBac, outlining the indigenous issues.
Please find enclosed page 2 only of the brief, Ms Hautian assured all present that you will be given the total brief as part of her report back to you.
I was surprised at the opening of this meeting, when the Chairman, instructed that no question are to be asked, we are here to let you have a say, put your views to Ms Haultain. The Chairperson again expressed, that the official representatives 's present would not be required to answers any questions put to them.
Later, It was noted, the Chairman sprang from his chair, in a strong tone, pointed at DSE representative, Mr. Grant Hull, prompting him to answer a question put forward by a member of the community. It appeared that the Chairman's out burst, caught Mr. Hull by surprise, as well as myself and others.
Due to recent questionable media reports regarding the meeting, the growing unrest within our community, and to remove any doubt whatsoever, I would greatly appreciate a copy of Ms Lynne Haultain report to you, which I understand should be completed by now.
Yours faithfully
signed
Beryl Booth
Ambassador
Aboriginal Embassy Victoria
Tuesday, May 1, 2007
Lord Mayor Melbourne 13/04/06
City of Melbourne
The Right Hon. Lord Mayor,
John So
PO. Box 1603 13th April 2006
Melbourne 3001
Dear, Lord Mayor, John So,
Firstly, Ambassador, Beryl Booth has asked me to apologise for any embarrassment or hardship that you may have suffered over the rekindling of the spiritual fire site at Kings Domain, We greatly appreciate the council's and your own personal tolerance regarding the inflamed issue.
Secondly, As Mayor, you are responsible for the City of Melbourne Council, assuring to provide (laws) for the peace, order and good government through out the municipal district. With this in mind,we now request;-
To be forward, if possible, a copy of any legislated Act, or documentation that gives the city of Melbourne powers to make laws for the peace, order and good government for the Aboriginal Race within City of Melbourne municipal district.
To obtain, and forward a copy of any Victorian legislated Act that gives the Victorian Government., the proper power to make laws for peace, order and good government for the Aboriginal Race of Victoria.
I assume, that you are well aware, that the Act 8750/1975, being ,Victorian Constitute Act 1975 makes no mention of the aboriginal race at all,, therefore has no lawful meaning or withstanding with in the Aboriginal Community of Victoria.
We trust that you will use your position to assure our requests are attended to at the most earliest opportunity, as to meet our community needs.
I thank you,
Yours sincerely,
Les McDonald
Chief Lore Officer
Aboriginal Embassy Victoria
The Right Hon. Lord Mayor,
John So
PO. Box 1603 13th April 2006
Melbourne 3001
Dear, Lord Mayor, John So,
Firstly, Ambassador, Beryl Booth has asked me to apologise for any embarrassment or hardship that you may have suffered over the rekindling of the spiritual fire site at Kings Domain, We greatly appreciate the council's and your own personal tolerance regarding the inflamed issue.
Secondly, As Mayor, you are responsible for the City of Melbourne Council, assuring to provide (laws) for the peace, order and good government through out the municipal district. With this in mind,we now request;-
To be forward, if possible, a copy of any legislated Act, or documentation that gives the city of Melbourne powers to make laws for the peace, order and good government for the Aboriginal Race within City of Melbourne municipal district.
To obtain, and forward a copy of any Victorian legislated Act that gives the Victorian Government., the proper power to make laws for peace, order and good government for the Aboriginal Race of Victoria.
I assume, that you are well aware, that the Act 8750/1975, being ,Victorian Constitute Act 1975 makes no mention of the aboriginal race at all,, therefore has no lawful meaning or withstanding with in the Aboriginal Community of Victoria.
We trust that you will use your position to assure our requests are attended to at the most earliest opportunity, as to meet our community needs.
I thank you,
Yours sincerely,
Les McDonald
Chief Lore Officer
Aboriginal Embassy Victoria
Lord Mayor Melbourne 10/04/06
The Right Hon.Lord Mayor,
John So 10th April 2006
Fax96542628
Re: Aboriginal, Significant Object
March 2006 the area now known as KINGS DOMAIN in the City of Melbourne, the land "the site" being of special observances, customs, and beliefs of the Aboriginal People, significant area of traditions, customs and spiritual beliefs of the Boonwurrung People. (Kulin nation)
March 2006 the site underwent a healing and cleansing ritual in observances, to customs, and religious beliefs of the Boonwurrung People. Significant to traditions and their beliefs a spiritual object "clan fire" had been rekindled.
Traditional Lore, maintains that the clan fire must not be allowed to be extinguish, if the Totem fire is extinguish, punishment is imposed on the keeper of the fire, and the tribal clan will suffer unforeseen hardship.
"The fire" an object of significant Spiritual importance to the Aboriginal Race of Victoria.
It is most important that any Government, party, body, or agents refrain from removing any aboriginal significant objects from Crown Lands in the state of Victoria. Being subject to the "Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Heritage Protection Act 1984.
Les McDonald
Chief Lore Officer
Aboriginal Embassy Vic.
John So 10th April 2006
Fax96542628
Re: Aboriginal, Significant Object
March 2006 the area now known as KINGS DOMAIN in the City of Melbourne, the land "the site" being of special observances, customs, and beliefs of the Aboriginal People, significant area of traditions, customs and spiritual beliefs of the Boonwurrung People. (Kulin nation)
March 2006 the site underwent a healing and cleansing ritual in observances, to customs, and religious beliefs of the Boonwurrung People. Significant to traditions and their beliefs a spiritual object "clan fire" had been rekindled.
Traditional Lore, maintains that the clan fire must not be allowed to be extinguish, if the Totem fire is extinguish, punishment is imposed on the keeper of the fire, and the tribal clan will suffer unforeseen hardship.
"The fire" an object of significant Spiritual importance to the Aboriginal Race of Victoria.
It is most important that any Government, party, body, or agents refrain from removing any aboriginal significant objects from Crown Lands in the state of Victoria. Being subject to the "Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Heritage Protection Act 1984.
Les McDonald
Chief Lore Officer
Aboriginal Embassy Vic.
Aboriginal Affairs The Hon. Gavin Jennings 19/02/07
Aboriginal Affairs Victoria
Minister the Hon. Gavin Jennings
Level 9 Spring Steet
MelbourneGPO Box 2392
Melbourne 3001
19th February 2007
Dear Minister, The Hon. Gavin Jennings
Firstly Relevant Background
The Aboriginal Embassy Victoria, established 1996, whose main role is to uphold the Sovereignty of the Aboriginal Race of Victoria, to maintain their spiritual and mystical beliefs of the Aboriginal race of Victoria .and to protect the Aboriginal People of Victoria.
The Aboriginal Embassy Victoria, is maintained, by Victorian Aboriginal Elders Council, Ambassador, (spoke person), Secretary, Constitution and Lore, Chief Lore Officer, Field Rangers.
The Aboriginal Embassy Victoria is an unincorporated body, that receives no Federal Government or State Government funding. The Aboriginal Embassy Victoria, is situated at 129 Elm Street Northcote.
Over the years we have raised various issues with the then Government of Victoria, copies of such would be on Government department files, if you find need to consider such.
Secondly The Cause and reason.
We appreciate the effort that you have shown in developing the Aboriginal Heritage Council, which is at present is gathering interest from our people to be a Registered Aboriginal Party.
It has been brought to our attention, that RAP, functions under the Aboriginal Heritage Bill, may cause deep unrest within our community, It appears a conflict of interest may have arisen, as a sign of good faith we would greatly appreciate being notified in writing, as to
The number of Registered Aboriginal Parties formed
The names of members (5) of each party registered
We would assist if you could attend that this matter though your Department as Minister for Aboriginal Affairs,
Yours sincerely
signed
Beryl Booth
Ambassador
Aboriginal Embassy Victoria
Minister the Hon. Gavin Jennings
Level 9 Spring Steet
MelbourneGPO Box 2392
Melbourne 3001
19th February 2007
Dear Minister, The Hon. Gavin Jennings
Firstly Relevant Background
The Aboriginal Embassy Victoria, established 1996, whose main role is to uphold the Sovereignty of the Aboriginal Race of Victoria, to maintain their spiritual and mystical beliefs of the Aboriginal race of Victoria .and to protect the Aboriginal People of Victoria.
The Aboriginal Embassy Victoria, is maintained, by Victorian Aboriginal Elders Council, Ambassador, (spoke person), Secretary, Constitution and Lore, Chief Lore Officer, Field Rangers.
The Aboriginal Embassy Victoria is an unincorporated body, that receives no Federal Government or State Government funding. The Aboriginal Embassy Victoria, is situated at 129 Elm Street Northcote.
Over the years we have raised various issues with the then Government of Victoria, copies of such would be on Government department files, if you find need to consider such.
Secondly The Cause and reason.
We appreciate the effort that you have shown in developing the Aboriginal Heritage Council, which is at present is gathering interest from our people to be a Registered Aboriginal Party.
It has been brought to our attention, that RAP, functions under the Aboriginal Heritage Bill, may cause deep unrest within our community, It appears a conflict of interest may have arisen, as a sign of good faith we would greatly appreciate being notified in writing, as to
The number of Registered Aboriginal Parties formed
The names of members (5) of each party registered
We would assist if you could attend that this matter though your Department as Minister for Aboriginal Affairs,
Yours sincerely
signed
Beryl Booth
Ambassador
Aboriginal Embassy Victoria
To Premier Steve Bracks 20/02/06
The Primer of Victoria
The Hon. Steve Bracks 20th February 2006
Level 1. Treasury Pl.
Melbourne 3001
Dear Premier, The Hon .Steve Bracks,
Re: Our Peoples Health and Welbeing.
Ever since Europeans occupied our lands, alcohol has played a major part in destroying our race, Still today our people suffer for the effects of the legal drug alcohol, violence, death destruction, ruination of the family, drunkenness and loss of self respect. ext....
Australian's first Botanist, recorded a native herb on the Cape York Peninsula , as being belonging to herbaceous plant Cannabis sativa family, erroneously classified as a narcotic. after colonisation, our tribal lands become divided, between South Australia and Victoria.
In1987 South Australia Government conceded, with civil penalty schemes, (infringement notice) to posses up to 100 grams of cannabis and no more than three cannabis plants per household, fines between $50 and $150, where failure to pay usually results in a conviction
1992. Australian Capital Territory Government, legislated in law, growing no more then five plants per household, Adults fined $100,. where failure to pay does not lead to conviction.
1996, The Victorian Parliament, ignored similar cannabis legislation, contained in the report by Professor David Penington, Chairman, The Premiers Drug Advisory Council,2006. There is growing fear within our community that "hydroponics" grown cannabis is causing harm to our young adults, as it contains dangerous chemicals, once again white man has interfered with nature,. and exposed our people to a greater health risk.
As time and study has revealed the current laws, has inflicted an unnecessary tax on our people, mentally, physical and financially. The laws surround cannabis, use, possession and cultivation do not support our present community needs and demands.
With the aforesaid in mind,
I have been requested by the Council of Aboriginal Elders of Victoria to bring to your attention as you are the leader of Government, the urgent need to amend the Drugs Poisons and Controlled Substance Act 1981, and insert in all relevant sections of the Act.
No person being a decedent of the Aboriginal race shall not be charge with any offence, if that person is found to have less then 30 grams of cannabis in his or her possession.
No person being a decedent of the Aboriginal race shall not be charge with any offence, for cultivation of up to five cannabis plants per household, for personal use only.
signed
Beryl Booth
AmbassadorAboriginal
Embassy Vic.
The Hon. Steve Bracks 20th February 2006
Level 1. Treasury Pl.
Melbourne 3001
Dear Premier, The Hon .Steve Bracks,
Re: Our Peoples Health and Welbeing.
Ever since Europeans occupied our lands, alcohol has played a major part in destroying our race, Still today our people suffer for the effects of the legal drug alcohol, violence, death destruction, ruination of the family, drunkenness and loss of self respect. ext....
Australian's first Botanist, recorded a native herb on the Cape York Peninsula , as being belonging to herbaceous plant Cannabis sativa family, erroneously classified as a narcotic. after colonisation, our tribal lands become divided, between South Australia and Victoria.
In1987 South Australia Government conceded, with civil penalty schemes, (infringement notice) to posses up to 100 grams of cannabis and no more than three cannabis plants per household, fines between $50 and $150, where failure to pay usually results in a conviction
1992. Australian Capital Territory Government, legislated in law, growing no more then five plants per household, Adults fined $100,. where failure to pay does not lead to conviction.
1996, The Victorian Parliament, ignored similar cannabis legislation, contained in the report by Professor David Penington, Chairman, The Premiers Drug Advisory Council,2006. There is growing fear within our community that "hydroponics" grown cannabis is causing harm to our young adults, as it contains dangerous chemicals, once again white man has interfered with nature,. and exposed our people to a greater health risk.
As time and study has revealed the current laws, has inflicted an unnecessary tax on our people, mentally, physical and financially. The laws surround cannabis, use, possession and cultivation do not support our present community needs and demands.
With the aforesaid in mind,
I have been requested by the Council of Aboriginal Elders of Victoria to bring to your attention as you are the leader of Government, the urgent need to amend the Drugs Poisons and Controlled Substance Act 1981, and insert in all relevant sections of the Act.
No person being a decedent of the Aboriginal race shall not be charge with any offence, if that person is found to have less then 30 grams of cannabis in his or her possession.
No person being a decedent of the Aboriginal race shall not be charge with any offence, for cultivation of up to five cannabis plants per household, for personal use only.
signed
Beryl Booth
AmbassadorAboriginal
Embassy Vic.
Did You Know in 1901
During the 18th hundreds, Various forms English of Institutions, paved the way and manner to control the people of this country. In 1901 the Australian Constitution enacted, thus giving the Australian Parliament (under s51) powers to make laws for peace, order, and good government of the Commonwealth with respect to:-
"(xxvi) The people of any race; other than the aboriginal race in any State, for whom it is deemd necessary to make special laws." The Australian people were required to Vote, (as promoted) to allow the Aboriginal to counted in the censors and the right to Vote. this referendum resulted in 92% of the population voting yes. for the Australian Constitution to be altered.
The Australian Constitution was altered 1967 and the words "other then the Aboriginal race in any state" were deleted from the constitution The vast majority of people believed their yes vote will give the Aboriginal the rights to vote, (which it legal did) How many of realize that only after the referendum, did the Australian Parliament have power to make laws for the peace, order and good government Aboriginal race. Which leaves open to ponder the question, just how many of the indigenous people were prosecuted before 1967 by a government that had no lawful rights to make laws for the Aboriginal people.
There growing concern within our community, that power to protect the people is to far removed from the elected Government, Parliament. The Law institute Act gives the lawyers the rights to regulate and maintain the own profession and to "protect the people"
Considering what has transpired over the years, and the present position of our peoples health and well-being, We feel it more accountably and assuring if the Government of Australia was obligated by legislation to protect the People of Australia.
Due to recent matters concerning Australians overseas or more recently in the media, David Hicks case is a prime example of Government that is not legally obligated to protect the citizens of this country, Guilty or Not his birth rights was not protect by the Australian Government.
It is greatly appreciated the support that you and others have given to the plight of the Aboriginal people, However, we feel it would be in the best interest of all Australians, if the power to protect the people was not in the hands of very powerful and wealth private club. a form of union, whose main aim and ambitions may not necessary rest in the best interest and welfare of the Australia people.
If you require further information write to Aboriginal Embassy Victoria 129 Elm St Northcote 3070 proffered to Email: aboriginalembassyvic@yahoo.com.au
Yours sincerely
Les McDonald,
Chief Lore Officer,
Aboriginal Embassy Victoria
"(xxvi) The people of any race; other than the aboriginal race in any State, for whom it is deemd necessary to make special laws." The Australian people were required to Vote, (as promoted) to allow the Aboriginal to counted in the censors and the right to Vote. this referendum resulted in 92% of the population voting yes. for the Australian Constitution to be altered.
The Australian Constitution was altered 1967 and the words "other then the Aboriginal race in any state" were deleted from the constitution The vast majority of people believed their yes vote will give the Aboriginal the rights to vote, (which it legal did) How many of realize that only after the referendum, did the Australian Parliament have power to make laws for the peace, order and good government Aboriginal race. Which leaves open to ponder the question, just how many of the indigenous people were prosecuted before 1967 by a government that had no lawful rights to make laws for the Aboriginal people.
There growing concern within our community, that power to protect the people is to far removed from the elected Government, Parliament. The Law institute Act gives the lawyers the rights to regulate and maintain the own profession and to "protect the people"
Considering what has transpired over the years, and the present position of our peoples health and well-being, We feel it more accountably and assuring if the Government of Australia was obligated by legislation to protect the People of Australia.
Due to recent matters concerning Australians overseas or more recently in the media, David Hicks case is a prime example of Government that is not legally obligated to protect the citizens of this country, Guilty or Not his birth rights was not protect by the Australian Government.
It is greatly appreciated the support that you and others have given to the plight of the Aboriginal people, However, we feel it would be in the best interest of all Australians, if the power to protect the people was not in the hands of very powerful and wealth private club. a form of union, whose main aim and ambitions may not necessary rest in the best interest and welfare of the Australia people.
If you require further information write to Aboriginal Embassy Victoria 129 Elm St Northcote 3070 proffered to Email: aboriginalembassyvic@yahoo.com.au
Yours sincerely
Les McDonald,
Chief Lore Officer,
Aboriginal Embassy Victoria
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