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29 minGdocumentary

Synopsis

Indigenous Protected Areas in Australia cover over 110 million hectares, representing more than 54% of the country's land reserves.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Indigenous Rangers safeguarding endangered species.
  • See the cultural practices at Budj Bim IPA.
  • Find out how climate change affects remote communities.

Did You Know

  • Indigenous Protected Areas cover over 110 million hectares in Australia.
  • 54% of Australia's reserves on land are now Indigenous-managed.
  • The film features Indigenous Rangers from 8 different IPAs.
  • The documentary has a runtime of 29 minutes.

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Indigenous rightsEnvironmental conservationCultural heritage
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much land and sea do Indigenous Protected Areas cover in Australia?

Indigenous Protected Areas span over 110 million hectares of land and sea, covering over 54% of Australia’s reserves on land.

What roles do Indigenous Rangers play in conservation?

Indigenous Rangers safeguard endangered species, fight wildfires and invasive species, and practice culture in remote areas.

Which Indigenous Protected Areas are featured in the documentary?

Featured areas include Budj Bim IPA, Gaagal Wajaarr Proposed Sea Country IPA, Ngururrpa IPA, Tiwi Islands Proposed IPA, Anangu Tjutaku IPA, Lungtalanana IPA, Mayala IPA, and SE Arnhem Land IPA.

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