Mike Reynolds applauds one in 219 years event

Mike Reynolds, Member for Townsville (in which Palm island is situated) and Speaker of the Queensland Parliament, speaking of the decision to charge Chris Hurley in relation to the death of Cameron (Mulrunji) Doomadgee, has said

he has spoken to many people on Palm Island who feel they have been vindicated by the decision to have the case heard before a court. "Everyone is saying that this is one of the most important days in the 219 years in regard to justice for Indigenous people," he said.

Onya, Mike!