Mantamaru Community facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mantamaru Western Australia
Mantamaru Location in Western Australia
Postcode(s)	6642
Area	[convert: needs a number]
Time zone	AWST (UTC+8)
Location	120 km (75 mi) east of Warburton
LGA(s)	Shire of Ngaanyatjarraku
State electorate(s)	North West Central
Federal Division(s)	O'Connor

Mantamaru, also known as Jameson, is a community for Aboriginal people in Western Australia. It's located in the Goldfields–Esperance region, which is a large area in the state. Mantamaru is part of the Shire of Ngaanyatjarraku, which is like a local council area.

Understanding Native Title

What is Native Title?

Native Title is a special legal right that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have to their traditional lands and waters. It means that their traditional laws and customs about the land are recognized by Australian law. This right comes from their long connection to the land, going back thousands of years.

Native Title in Mantamaru

The Mantamaru community is located within an area called the Ngaanyatjarra Lands. This land has a special Native Title claim, which was officially recognized. This recognition means that the Ngaanyatjarra people have legal rights to their traditional lands in this area. These rights are protected by a law called the Native Title Act 1993.

Planning for the Community's Future

How Mantamaru is Planned

Mantamaru has a special plan called "Mantamaru Layout Plan No.1". This plan helps to organize how the community is set up and developed. It makes sure that new buildings and services are put in the best places. This plan follows rules from the state government to help Aboriginal communities grow.

Community Involvement in Planning

The Mantamaru Layout Plan No.1 was officially approved by the community members themselves. This happened on 7 October 2008. This shows that the people living in Mantamaru have a say in how their community is planned and developed for the future.