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๐Ÿ“˜ Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2021

027 of 2021Assented 22 December 2021

The Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2021 establishes a framework for the recognition, protection, and management of Aboriginal cultural heritage in Western Australia. It outlines rights, duties, and processes related to heritage sites and objects.

Impact

Aboriginal people are directly affected through recognition of their rights and involvement in heritage management. Land developers, mining companies, and other industries face new requirements for due diligence and approvals regarding activities that may impact Aboriginal cultural heritage.

Sectors
indigenousminingconstructionenvironmentlocal_governmentplanningresources
This Act originated as a bill
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