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CLC Press Releases
- 30 May 2008
- Seal the Mereenie Loop Road Now ›› more
- 27 May 2008
- Angela Pamela Negotiations ›› more
- 9 May 2008
- Angela Pamela and the native title process ›› more
- 18 February 2008
- Coalition should support permit system ›› more
- 15 February 2008
- Politicians threaten to derail fresh start ›› more
- 22 January 2008
- Police ignorance upsets Lajamanu community ›› more
- 26 November 2007
- Optimism for a fresh consensual approach on Aboriginal affairs ›› more
- 21 November 2007
- Concerns over Central Petroleum tactics ›› more
Strategic Plan 2002-2007
The CLC Strategic Plan adopted by the Council in February 2002 is the culmination of extensive consultations with Council, Executive members, constituents and staff.
The following 11 goals will guide the CLC's strategic direction over the next five years.
- Representation
- To protect the rights and interests of the Aboriginal traditional landowners of the CLC area at a local, national and international level.
- Aboriginal Management and Control
- To maximise the capacity of Aboriginal people to direct and manage CLC activities at all levels of the organisation.
- Land Acquisition
- To develop a coordinated and strategic approach to land acquisition that reflects the values of Aboriginal peoples living in the CLC region.
- Native Title
- To protect and assert native title rights and interests throughout the CLC area.
- Sacred Sites
- Protection and the Protection of Aboriginal Culture & Heritage To protect land and sites of cultural and spiritual significance, and to support Aboriginal people’s efforts to maintain culture and heritage.
- Land Management
- To enable Aboriginal people to use and manage their land in accordance with their customs, laws and aspirations and promote cultural and environmental sustainability, in accord with relevant legislation.
- Land Use Proposals
- To ensure that traditional landowners are fully informed and empowered to make informed decisions over developments proposed on their land and to support and maintain Land Trusts as established under the ALRA.
- Economic Development
- To work with other organisations to ensure Aboriginal landowners and communities achieve their economic aspirations including resource development, horticultural activities, pastoral activities, tourism and other commercial activities.
- Public Awareness
- To increase public awareness of indigenous issues and the role of the CLC, and to inform constituents of the activities of the CLC.
- Supporting Communities
- To work with other Aboriginal organisations to assist Aboriginal people to build strong and healthy communities.
- Resources
- To ensure the CLC has the resources and capacity to achieve its goals.