Kamilaroi resources and resource management in the Namoi, Gwydir and Border Rivers catchments, northern NSW. [ 2002-08-30 - 2005-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Iain Davidson (Chief Investigator) ,  Mr Steve Porter (Partner Investigator)

Brief description Kamilaroi resources and resource management in the Namoi, Gwydir and Border Rivers catchments, northern NSW. This project will develop a database of modern and historical knowledge of resources, resource-use and resource management in the country of the Kamilaroi (Gamilaraay) people. This will allow routine assessment of Indigenous values when deciding about land and water management, including clearance or other major impacts.\r\nThere will be the opportunity for Indigenous groups to identify commercially exploitable wild foods, including expanding option through comparison with other parts of Australia.\r\nThere will be nominations of Aboriginal Places and for joint management of National Parks, Nature Reserves and Aboriginal Places under relevant NSW legislation.\r\n

Funding Amount $355,518

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