Child protection department preparing for ‘likely transfer’ of powers to Indigenous Victorians under treaty

Premier Jacinta Allan (second left) at a smoking ceremony before a hearing of the Yoorrook Justice Commission, which oversees Victoria’s truth-telling process, in Melbourne in April. Photograph: Diego Fedele/EPA

The Victorian department responsible for child protection and housing is preparing for a “likely transfer” of powers to First Nations groups as a result of treaties that will soon be negotiated with the government.

The Department of Fairness, Families and Housing (DFFH) is looking for an organisation to provide training to staff to “increase readiness for treaty”, according to tender documents seen by Guardian Australia.