I wanted to respond quickly after the verdict was handed down, but the 5 posts in 24 hours on article threads rule gazumped me.

I’m happy with the outcome. Of course Mulrunji’s family and some Palm Islanders are highly disappointed. But I think the indigenous community can see that this process was as fair, thorough and open as it could have been.

There is still discontent, but much less than there would have been without the trial process.

Negative publicity of this saga had spread around the world. But the trial has gone a long way towards reducing it. All told, I think the implications of the trial are really positive.

It was a desperately needed, following on from the huge negative implications of the death in custody, riots and incredible story involving the CMC, DPP, QPU and Qld Premier’s intervention.

So this amazing story is complete….….we hope.

Thanks mj for this long discussion. Until next time, stay well and passionately humanitarian.