Wandanooka community facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Ngunulum Western Australia
Ngunulum Location in Western Australia
Location	130 km (81 mi) north east of Geraldton
LGA(s)	City of Greater Geraldton

Wandanooka is a small Aboriginal community located in the Mid-West region of Western Australia. It is part of the City of Greater Geraldton. This community is an important place for the Aboriginal people who live there.

Native Title Rights

Native title is a special legal right that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have to their traditional lands and waters. It means their traditional laws and customs about the land are recognized.

Mallewa-Wadjury Claim

The Wandanooka community is part of a larger native title claim. This claim is known as the Mallewa-Wadjury joint native title claim. It covers the area around Tallering Peak, which is known for its iron ore. This claim helps protect the rights of the traditional owners to their land.

How the Community is Run

The Wandanooka community manages its own affairs. This is done through a special group called an "incorporated body." An incorporated body is like a formal organization or a club that has legal rights.

Wandanooka Aboriginal Corporation

The specific group that manages Wandanooka is the Wandanooka Aboriginal Corporation. This corporation was officially set up on July 28, 1992. It was created under a law called the Commonwealth Aboriginal Councils and Associations Act 1976. This law helps Aboriginal communities form their own organizations to manage their lands and services.

Community Planning

The Wandanooka community also has a plan for its future development. This plan helps guide how the community will grow and change over time. It ensures that any new buildings or services meet the needs of the people living there.