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The Queensland Government works in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities to provide services and support to Closing the Gap, advance reconciliation and promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. The Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Services has portfolio responsibility for Indigenous affairs. 

Closing the gapA construction worker measures blocks.

'Closing the gap' is about making sure Queensland's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have the same advantages as all Queenslanders.

Negotiation tablesA man and two women discuss agenda items at a meeting.

Negotiation tables bring together government and community decision-makers to share information, celebrate progress and address issues.

Last reviewed: 17 August 2009