Provide support to facilitate economic and business opportunities for local Traditional Owners.
Why it is important?
A more inclusive approach recognises the knowledge of local Traditional Owners and the benefits of incorporating cultural values into projects. Many Traditional Owners have a strong connection to country and would benefit socially, culturally and economically from working on country.
Examples of Local Action
Cultural burning practices.
Using cultural knowledge and practices to inform permits, permitting and statutory planning processes.
Local Landscape:
Russell and Mulgrave Catchments
Regional Theme:
Cultural Connection
Catchment:
Mulgrave, Russell