WARNING: Aboriginal people are warned that this web site includes pictures of people who are deceased
WARNING: Aboriginal people are warned that this web site includes pictures of people who are deceased
Dambimangari country – the homeland of Dambimangari Traditional Owners for more than 56,000 years – is a remote and spectacular place. Rich in natural and cultural values, the rugged coastal region is included on Australia’s National Heritage list.
Map of Dambimangari Native Title lands
As Dambimangari Traditional Owners, we welcome visitors to our country, but we ask everyone to follow the straightforward rules and our Code of Conduct outlined on this website. These legally enforceable rules and processes have been designed to ensure that visitors are safe and respectful to our culture and environment.
| The site | Requirements for a visit | Links and documents |
|---|---|---|
| Anywhere on Kunmunya or Wotjulum Aboriginal Reserves | Requires a permit issued by the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (which will refer the application to Dambimangari Aboriginal Corporation) | Visiting Aboriginal Reserves (Kunmunya or Wotjulum) |
| Visitor Location Schedule (Approved places to visit) | Sites where visitors are welcome to visit once they have obtained a Dambimangari Visitors Pass. Visitors are expected to observe the visiting Dambimangari Country Code of Conduct | Visitor Location Schedule also visitorspass@dambi.org.au |
| Sites not on Visitor Location Schedule | Sites which have been removed from the Visitor Location Schedule are now off limits to ensure their environmental or cultural protection. | |
| Marine Parks | Questions regarding visiting the marine park should be directed to: West Kimberley District Parks and Wildlife Service Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions PO Box 65, Broome WA 6725 Phone: (08) 9195 5500 |
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| Yampi Sound Training Area | Visits to the Yampi Sound Training Area are not permitted without prior approval from the Department of Defence and Dambimangari Aboriginal Corporation. Access is strictly controlled and generally restricted to military personnel, environmental science teams and Traditional Owners | Yampi Sound Training Area access request form |
PLEASE CLICK THIS LINK TO APPLY FOR YOUR Dambimangari Visitors Pass
EMAIL CONTACT: visitorspass@dambi.org.au
