A Sydney Harbour island is returning to Aboriginal hands with the New South Wales government committing $43m to its clean-up and repair.
The transfer of Me-mel, or Goat Island, to its traditional owners is a “personal priority”, premier Dominic Perrottet said on Sunday.
“A big part of my commitment is ensuring the island is remediated before it’s transferred to the Aboriginal community,” he said in a statement.
The funding will help repair seawalls and buildings, improve wharf access,…