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True or false: only an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Elder may give an Acknowledgement of Country.

  1. aTrue
  2. bFalseCorrect answer

Why?

Anyone can give an Acknowledgement of Country. It is often given by the person who chairs or hosts the event. Only a Welcome to Country must be given by a Traditional Custodian.

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