Northern Australia, from the Kimberley to Cape York, has reached an important
juncture in its economic development.
Across much of this area resource exploration and development is running at a
frenzied pace while simultaneously natural and cultural heritage values are being
recognised through such processes as National Heritage (Kimberley) and World
Heritage (Cape York) assessment.
The challenge we face is how to chart a sustainable path between resource
exploitation and recognition of the incredible natural and cultural values of the
region – while still delivering economic opportunities for communities in Northern
Australia.
Read more at http://www.acfonline.org.au/uploads/res/Kimberley_economics_report_18-4-11.pdf
