Report of the Select Committee on Native Title
Select Committee on Native Title Legislation· 10 December 1998general_report
This 1998 WA parliamentary report examines bills related to native title following the Mabo and Wik decisions and amendments to the Native Title Act 1993. It highlights concerns about the potential extinguishment of native title rights and the lack of consultation with Indigenous communities. The report includes dissenting opinions and transcripts of public hearings.
Impact
Impacts Indigenous communities in WA by potentially extinguishing native title rights. Affects mining, pastoral, and other industries by clarifying land access and usage. Creates uncertainty for titleholders.
indigenousminingagriculturepublic_sectorresourcesnative titleMaboWikextinguishmentvalidationland rightsIndigenous Land Use Agreementsright to negotiatepastoral leasesWestern Australia
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