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… For a long time, First Nations people have had limited access to commercial fishing. Strict rules around licenses and quotas have meant opportunities are restricted to recreational and small-scale cultural fishing. … For a long time, First Nations people have had limited access to commercial fishing. Strict rules around licenses and quotas have meant opportunities are restricted to recreational and small-scale cultural fishing. Country: Lutruwita Project Partners: Tasmanian Government Sector(s): Fisheries and …
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… Tiwi Islanders wanted to use traditional fire practices and create benefits for the Community. But starting carbon projects can be expensive and risky. … Tiwi Fire and Carbon Project In North Queensland, there wasn’t a clear way to measure the environmental health of savanna land, so it was hard to prove the benefits of Traditional Owner management. Country: Tiwi Project Partners: INPEX … The Tiwi Fire and Carbon Project was registered in 2016 to support the return of cultural fire practice and earn carbon credits.  …
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… fires in this region would affect greenhouse gas emissions. Project Partners: Indigenous Desert Alliance, Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation Sector(s): Carbon … Savanna fire management works well in tropical savanna areas. Land managers can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by right-way fire management, and they can earn carbon credits for doing it.  Even though the land in the Northern Arid Zone (NAZ) has similar …
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… Gayini is one of the largest remaining wetlands in the southern Murray-Darling Basin. Managing such a large and complex site is a major challenge. … Gayini wetlands Gayini is one of the largest remaining wetlands in the southern Murray-Darling Basin. Managing such a large and complex site is a major challenge. Country: Nari Nari Project Partners: Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation, Nature … Restoring traditional management of a wetland Gayini is a culturally significant property in southern New South Wales. The 88,000-hectare property was handed back …
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… The Gunditjmara People had limited access to their traditional lands, making it hard to care for and protect Country. Parts of the landscape were also separated by different ownership, and the natural water flows—crucial for traditional eel farming—were … Protecting Budj Bim The Gunditjmara People had limited access to their traditional lands, making it hard to care for and protect Country. Parts of the landscape were also separated by different ownership, and the natural water … Restoring Gunditjmara ownership and management of Budj Bim  Budj Bim, in southwest Victoria, is one of the world’s oldest and most advanced examples of …
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… Getting established in commercial fishing is very expensive and requires expert technical and commercial knowledge, which means First Nations people are generally missing out on business opportunities and it’s harder to earn money and protect sea Country. … First Nations Fishing in the NT Getting established in commercial fishing is very expensive and requires expert technical and commercial knowledge, which means First Nations people are generally missing out on business opportunities and it’s … Creating jobs and keeping traditions strong The Aboriginal Sea Company in the NT is acquiring fishing licenses and running a seafood …
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… Inland water refers to all the rivers, lakes, wetlands and hidden underground water across Australia. These waters shape the land, support life, and connect everything—from plants and animals to people and places. … Use these resources to find out more about inland water markets.  Connect with these First Nations led groups to find out more and see what other people are doing.  Murray Lower Darling Rivers Indigenous Nations (MLDRIN) MLDRIN is a group of First … Inland water refers to all the rivers, lakes, wetlands and hidden underground water across Australia. These waters shape the …
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… First Nations communities have always used smart and sustainable ways to fish. Today, fishing and aquaculture are big industries in Australia, and it’s important that First Nations communities continue to be involved. … Some fishing and aquaculture opportunities mix traditional knowledge with modern methods and can lead to jobs, keep culture strong, and help create businesses that care for the environment.  Getting special … First Nations communities have always used smart and sustainable ways to fish. Today, fishing and aquaculture are big industries in Australia, and it’s important that …
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… First Nations communities have always used smart and sustainable ways to fish. Today, fishing and aquaculture are big industries in Australia, and it’s important that First Nations communities continue to be involved. … Use these resources to find out more about fisheries and aquaculture.  Connect with these First Nations led organisations to find out more and see what other people are doing.  Aboriginal Sea Company (ASC) ASC is building First Nations-owned businesses in the … First Nations communities have always used smart and sustainable ways to fish. Today, fishing and aquaculture are big industries in Australia, and it’s important that …
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… First Nations communities have always used smart and sustainable ways to fish. Today, fishing and aquaculture are big industries in Australia, and it’s important that First Nations communities continue to be involved. … Fisheries and aquaculture are important for food, culture, and jobs. Together, they support local communities and add about $3.5 billion to Australia’s economy every year. … First Nations communities have always used smart and sustainable ways to fish. Today, fishing and aquaculture are big industries in Australia, and it’s important that …
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Acknowledgement of Country

In all of the ILSC’s activities we pay our respect to the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands, waters and skies on which we live and work. We honour the resilience and continuing connection to Country, culture, and community of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across Australia. We recognise the decisions we make today will impact the lives of generations to come.