The case of Mabo v Queensland (No. 2) (1992) 175 CLR 1 is significant because it: January 1, 2023 by admin Determined that Australia had been peacefully settled. Established the Native Title Act (1993) (Cth). Granted native title rights to the Aboriginal people. Recognised the pre-existing rights of the Aboriginal people. See Answer Recognised the pre-existing rights of the Aboriginal people.