Murujuga custodian takes rock art damage complaint to UN
A Murujuga custodian confronts the UN about damage to 40,000-year-old rock art.
Raelene Cooper is traveling to Geneva on Wednesday to address the UN Human Rights Council about feared damage to rock art that is protected as world heritage. The rock art is near Woodside's plant on the Burrup Peninsula in Western Australia.
The federal government approved a North West Shelf gas hub extension. It will run until 2070.
Cooper says the government has failed to protect Murujuga's ancient rock carvings from industrial harm. Federal Court challenges against the approval are happening now.
Woodside says it has taken steps to watch and protect the site.
- 40,000 years old
- Rock art age
- Until 2070
- Extension approval period
- Wednesday
- UN address date
- Johnson Legal
- Legal representatives
Why it mattersTaking a local dispute to the UN increases pressure on Australia's government. It also shows how serious it is to protect Indigenous heritage.
AustraliaThis complaint could affect Australia's reputation on Indigenous rights and may influence how future industrial projects near cultural sites are approved.
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