Gillarong facts for kids
Quick facts for kids GilaroongWestern Australia |
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 Gilaroong
Location in Western Australia
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| Postcode(s) | 6765 | ||||||||
| Elevation | 114 m (374 ft) | ||||||||
| Location | 15 km (9 mi) south of Fitzroy Crossing, Western Australia | ||||||||
| LGA(s) | Shire of Derby-West Kimberley | ||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Kimberley | ||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Durack | ||||||||
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Gilaroong, sometimes spelled Gillarong, is a small Aboriginal community. It is located in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. You can find it about 15 kilometers (9 miles) south-east of Fitzroy Crossing. This community is part of the Shire of Derby-West Kimberley. It sits right next to the Bayulu Community.
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Native Title and Land Rights
What is Native Title?
Native title is a special legal right. It recognizes that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have traditional rights to their land. These rights come from their traditional laws and customs. The Native Title Act 1993 is the law that helps recognize these rights.
Gilaroong's Native Title Claim
The Gilaroong community's land is part of a registered native title claim. This claim is called the Gooniyandi Combined #2 (WAD6008/2000). This means the Gooniyandi people have a recognized connection to this land. This connection is based on their long history and traditions.
How the Community is Managed
Gilaroong Aboriginal Corporation
The Gilaroong community is managed by its own organization. This organization is called the Gilaroong Aboriginal Corporation. It was officially set up on February 28, 1989. This happened under a law called the Aboriginal Councils and Associations Act 1976.
What the Corporation Does
Being an "incorporated body" means the corporation is a legal group. It can make decisions and manage things for the community. This helps the community run smoothly. It also helps them work together on important projects.
Planning for the Future
Bayulu Layout Plan
Gilaroong does not have its own separate town plan. Instead, it is included in the Bayulu Layout Plan No.1. This plan also covers the nearby Karnparni community. A layout plan is like a map and rulebook for how a town will grow. It shows where houses, roads, and other buildings can go.
Why Planning is Important
This plan was created following State Planning Policy 3.2 Aboriginal Settlements. This policy helps make sure Aboriginal communities are well-planned. The Gilaroong community approved this plan on May 19, 2011. The Western Australian Planning Commission also approved it on October 9, 2012. This planning helps guide the community's development.
