The Nyangumarta Warrarn Aboriginal Corporation in the Kimberley region of Western Australia is to receive 6ha of land between Broome and Port Hedland as part of a State Government plan to support social and cultural outcomes in the region.

WA Minister for Lands John Carey said the plan illustrated the Cook Government’s commitment to Indigenous land rights.

“The Cook Government continues to demonstrate its commitment to remove land tenure barriers to support Aboriginal-led outcomes and enterprises while protecting native title rights,” he said.

Aboriginal Affairs Minister Dr Tony Buti said the agreement would support the Nyangumarta people.

“This Government’s commitment to divest (Aboriginal land trust) land will support stronger and fairer opportunities for Aboriginal communities,” he said.

“Securing this land transfer will help strengthen social and cultural benefits for the Nyangumarta people.”