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We help businesses manage issues relating to native title and Aboriginal cultural heritage in the development and operation of mining, energy and infrastructure projects in Australia.

We advise on compliance with the Native Title Act and Aboriginal cultural heritage protection laws, and assist clients with native title agreements, indigenous land use agreements, heritage agreements and cultural heritage management plans.

We understand the jurisdictional differences, landscape and stakeholders you face, and the need for simplicity, curiosity and adaptability in your advisers. Our lawyers will work closely with you to manage native title and Aboriginal cultural heritage in the context of your project timelines and commercial objectives.

Experience

BHP Billiton

Advising on the negotiation of an indigenous land use agreement for the expansion of the Hay Point Coal Terminal

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Melanie Debenham

Partner, Perth

Melanie Debenham