When was the Native Title Act passed in Australia?

The Native Title Act was passed in Australia on 22nd December 1993. This legislation was significant as it established a legal framework for recognizing and protecting the native title rights of Indigenous Australians, following the landmark Mabo decision in June 1992. The Mabo case overturned the legal doctrine of terra nullius, which had previously suggested that Australia was uninhabited before European settlement. By recognizing the rights of Indigenous peoples to their traditional lands, the Native Title Act aimed to provide a process for Indigenous Australians to claim native title and seek recognition of their connection to the land. This act was a pivotal moment in Australian history as it addressed historical injustices and sought to restore some rights to Indigenous communities.