A senior advisory group was established in 2021 to examine joint management arrangements for Commonwealth national parks.

The role of the group was to provide ministerial advice on recommended improvements, including pathways for Traditional Owners to have more responsibility and control over management of their land.

Advice to the Minister

The Senior Advisory Group’s advice to the Minister was published on 9 March 2022.

Terms of Reference

The group’s terms of reference are in Appendix F of the advice.

Senior Advisory Group

Members of the group were:

  • The Hon. Amanda Vanstone AO (Co-chair)
  • Mr Joe Martin-Jard (Co-chair)
  • Ms Helen Williams AC
  • The Hon. Shane L Stone AC QC
  • Mr Nolan Hunter
  • Ms Denise Bowden.

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