❓ A WA parliamentary question addresses the oversight of Aboriginal heritage sites, payments for site visits, and a specific case in Yallingup. The Minister's answer clarifies departmental responsibilities and consultation processes.
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I refer to Aboriginal heritage sites and ask - (1) Which department oversees Aboriginal heritage sites? (2) Who gets the sums of money that private owners, developers and local governments are asked to pay for site visits by Aboriginal people? (3) A private developer in Yallingup who has buildings on his site was asked to pay $16 000 to get his site inspected for Aboriginal heritage purposes. Why does he have to get the site inspected when it is already a going concern? (4) Where does the money go? Hon TOM STEPHENS
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I thank the member for some notice of her question. I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
(1) Which department oversees Aboriginal heritage sites? (2) Who gets the sums of money that private owners, developers and local governments are asked to pay for site visits by Aboriginal people? (3) A private developer in Yallingup who has buildings on his site was asked to pay $16 000 to get his site inspected for Aboriginal heritage purposes. Why does he have to get the site inspected when it is already a going concern? (4) Where does the money go? Hon TOM STEPHENS replied: I thank the member for some notice of her question. I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
(2) Who gets the sums of money that private owners, developers and local governments are asked to pay for site visits by Aboriginal people? (3) A private developer in Yallingup who has buildings on his site was asked to pay $16 000 to get his site inspected for Aboriginal heritage purposes. Why does he have to get the site inspected when it is already a going concern? (4) Where does the money go? Hon TOM STEPHENS replied: I thank the member for some notice of her question. I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
(3) A private developer in Yallingup who has buildings on his site was asked to pay $16 000 to get his site inspected for Aboriginal heritage purposes. Why does he have to get the site inspected when it is already a going concern? (4) Where does the money go? Hon TOM STEPHENS replied: I thank the member for some notice of her question. I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
(4) Where does the money go? Hon TOM STEPHENS replied: I thank the member for some notice of her question. I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
Hon TOM STEPHENS replied: I thank the member for some notice of her question. I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
I thank the member for some notice of her question. I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
4. See answer to question 2.
(1) Which department oversees Aboriginal heritage sites? (2) Who gets the sums of money that private owners, developers and local governments are asked to pay for site visits by Aboriginal people? (3) A private developer in Yallingup who has buildings on his site was asked to pay $16 000 to get his site inspected for Aboriginal heritage purposes. Why does he have to get the site inspected when it is already a going concern? (4) Where does the money go? Hon TOM STEPHENS replied: I thank the member for some notice of her question. I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
(2) Who gets the sums of money that private owners, developers and local governments are asked to pay for site visits by Aboriginal people? (3) A private developer in Yallingup who has buildings on his site was asked to pay $16 000 to get his site inspected for Aboriginal heritage purposes. Why does he have to get the site inspected when it is already a going concern? (4) Where does the money go? Hon TOM STEPHENS replied: I thank the member for some notice of her question. I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
(3) A private developer in Yallingup who has buildings on his site was asked to pay $16 000 to get his site inspected for Aboriginal heritage purposes. Why does he have to get the site inspected when it is already a going concern? (4) Where does the money go? Hon TOM STEPHENS replied: I thank the member for some notice of her question. I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
(4) Where does the money go? Hon TOM STEPHENS replied: I thank the member for some notice of her question. I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
Hon TOM STEPHENS replied: I thank the member for some notice of her question. I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
I thank the member for some notice of her question. I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
I seek leave to have the detailed four-part answer incorporated in Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
The following material was incorporated - 1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
1. The Minister for Indigenous Affairs (“the Minister”) administers the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (“AHA”) with the assistance of the Department of Indigenous Affairs (“DIA”). The AHA makes provision for the preservation on behalf of the community of places (commonly known as ‘Aboriginal sites’) and objects customarily used by or traditional to the original inhabitants of Australia or their descendants. 2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
2. In situations where developers are uncertain as to whether their development project may impact upon an Aboriginal site, they frequently engage in consultations with Aboriginal people about the impact that the development may have on the Aboriginal heritage of the State. On some occasions, agreement is reached that ensures that development will occur without impact on Aboriginal sites. On other occasions, the developer may lodge a notice under section 18 of the AHA requesting the approval of the Minister to carry out works that would otherwise be a breach of the AHA in that they impact upon an Aboriginal site or sites. Frequently, Aboriginal people are paid during consultations for the expertise and advice they provide about Aboriginal heritage issues. 3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
3. Although there is no legislative requirement under the AHA for developers to consult with Aboriginal people prior to carrying out development, as advised in the answer to question 2, such consultation frequently occurs, especially in situations where the developer is unsure if the development being contemplated may impact upon an Aboriginal site. Furthermore, it is a longstanding practice of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (“ACMC”), which evaluates Aboriginal sites and provides advice to the Minister on notices lodged under section 18 of the AHA, to require developers to conduct such consultations. The nature and extent of the consultations that the ACMC would require in respect of a section 18 notice will depend on the circumstances of the development (including, for example, whether the area in question has already been subject to development). It is the role of DIA’s Senior Heritage Officers to provide advice on a range of issues related to the AHA, including, where appropriate, issues about Aboriginal consultation processes. The developer at Yallingup referred to is welcome to contact DIA for advice. 4. See answer to question 2.
4. See answer to question 2.
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