What is Eddie Mabo's legacy?

Answer 1

Eddie Mabo played a large role in the Mabo High Court Case (1992) which subsequently led to major changes in Australia's land ownership laws. The legal doctrine of "Terra Nullius" was overturned. Also, the Native Title Act (1993) was passed and the National Native Title Tribunal was established as a result the Mabo Case. Mabo also challenged public perceptions of Indigenous rights during his time and promoted Indigenous equality through his activism.

Answer 2

Well, in a nutshell, Eddie Mabo fought the court to free his people on Mer Island (also known as Murray Island) and eventually (after his death in 1992) his case won. June 3rd is the Australian National Holiday when the Mer Islanders officially won their freedom and is known as Eddie Mabo Day.

Answer 3

Eddie Mabo is an Australian aborigine that fought for aborigine rights. Eddie spoke at a conference in 1981at James Cook University about the land rights of aborigines. The decision was reached after his death, over ten years of debate.

Answer 4

Murry Island, North Of Queensland/ The Torres Straite islands.