Working with Native Title
AbstractThe paper discusses how to deal with the practical problems presented by native title from the perspective of a resource developer. It traces the practical steps to be taken by a mining company, at the stage of commencement of a feasibility study, in order to obtain valid title. While the primary focus of the paper is the impact of native title it also considers heritage issues. The author concludes that generally the problems caused for mining companies by the NTA and the heritage legislation can be managed if appropriate resources are devoted to them at an early date. |