The new Labor Government has set February 13 as the day for a formal apology to the members of the Stolen Generation.
The apology will be the first item of business for the new Federal Parliament and will be delivered by Prime Minister Kevin Rudd.
Indigenous Affairs Minister Jenny Macklin says the content of the apology is still subject to widespread consultation, but she says it will form a necessary step to move forward.
A traditional Welcome to Country will be held as part of the Parliament's opening ceremony by members of the Ngunnawal people.
Indigenous groups have warmly welcomed the announcement of a date for a formal apology to the Stolen Generations.
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