A WA parliamentary question seeks details about funding for rock art research in the Kimberley, including its source, impact on other projects, and copyright conditions. The government confirms the funding is new and part of an election commitment.

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Asked
15 February 2011
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In relation to the State Government providing $300,000 over three years to the University of Western Australia for rock art research in the Kimberley, I ask:
(a) from what portfolio is this funding being sourced and is it new funding;
(b) have any other projects been cut or delayed, or special purpose funds been reduced, to allow this allocation;
(c) what conditions in relation to copyright on research or original works have been included in the funding agreement; and
(d) will the Premier table the funding agreement; and
(i) if not, why not?

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Answered
15 March 2011
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28 days
Department of the Premier and Cabinet advises:
(a) The Department of Indigenous Affairs has been allocated $300 000 over three years in new funding under the Liberal National Government's election commitment to deliver a Kimberley Science and Conservation Strategy.
(b) No.
(c) The funding agreement is currently being negotiated between University of Western Australia and the Department of Indigenous Affairs.
(d) See answer to (c).
(d i) Not applicable.
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