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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Wa native title claim finally resolved | History Defined

Purnululu elder Shirley Drill said it is a happy day but the native title process took far too long. (PR HANDOUT IMAGE PHOTO) (AAP)

Traditional owners have been granted exclusive native title rights over the Purnululu national park after reaching an agreement with the West Australian government.

The Federal Court has recognised Purnululu and Gajangana Jaru claimants as native title holders over the world heritage-listed Kimberley national park, which is home to the iconic Bungle Bungle Range.

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