Picture: Roxanne Fitzgerald.
Jawoyn Association today celebrated the 40th anniversary of its successful battle to win back their native lands at Nitmiluk.
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NT Chief Minister Michael Gunner was a surprise guest at the celebration.
A good crowd was at the Gorge today to mark the occasion.
Forty years have now passed since a handful of traditional owners laid claim to one of Australia’s most prized tourist assets.
It sparked a 11-year tug-of-war and brought opposition from the NT Government and Katherine Town Council.
Jawoyn Association chair Lisa Mumbin addresses the crowd. Picture: Roxanne Fitzgerald.
Chris McLennan
National Rural Property Writer
ACM national rural property writer based in Bacchus Marsh, Victoria. Career journalist. Multi award winner.
ACM national rural property writer based in Bacchus Marsh, Victoria. Career journalist. Multi award winner.
