The Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 (the Act) is the Victorian government’s legislation for protecting Aboriginal cultural heritage. A review of the Act has commenced with a discussion paper due for release on 11 June 2011. Su8bmissions iwll then be sought to htis discussion paper. This review is being conducted according to Section 193 of the Act which requires the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs to review the Act’s ‘efficacy and efficiency’ by 28 May 2012. The review is aimed at refining and improving the Act’s operation with the benefit of five years experience.
More information can be found at http://www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/indigenous/aboriginal-cultural-heritage/review-of-the-aboriginal-heritage-act-2006
If you would like to find out more about the review, or be placed on the contact database, please contact:
Jamin Moon
9208 3247
jamin.moon@dpcd.vic.gov.au
Petra Stock
9208 3016
petra.stock@dpcd.vic.gov.au
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