Action item 11.3
Progress
Complete.
Approved by decision makers.
Recommendation implemented.
That the Sacred Sites Act be amended to protect all sub-surface features of a sacred site.
Target completion date
Completed.
Reform area
Respecting community and culture
Project action
Ensuring respectful consultation, information, and negotiation
Lead agency
Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority
Action item update
Implementation
The Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority (AAPA) received legal advice on the extent of protection to sub-surface sites provided by the Northern Territory Aboriginal Sacred Sites Act 1989.
This advice was considered by AAPA and AAPA consulted with the relevant Land Councils. It was determined that no amendments are required to the Northern Territory Aboriginal Sacred Sites Act 1989 to protect sub-surface features.