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DPC21/0369 B1046170
GPO Box 2343 Adelaide SA 5001 DX 56201 Tel 08 8226 3500 Hon Kyam Maher MLC Fax 08 8226 3535 Parliament House www.dpc.sa.gov.au North Terrace ADELAIDE SA 5000
Sent by email: [email protected]
Dear Mr Maher
Freedom of information (FOI) application
I refer to your request received by the Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) seeking access under section 13 of the Freedom of Information Act 1991 (the Act) to:
Any correspondence and/or notes of meetings between the agency and/or agency staff and Mark Koolmatrie and/or Tribal Expertise facility and/or Heritage Tourism Alliance and/or the Original Southern SA Tribes Indigenous Corporation
Date Range: 18/03/2018 – 26/02/2021
Under the Act, an agency has 30 days to respond to an FOI request. As DPC did not respond to your request within the time frame required, the department is deemed to have refused you access to all documents relevant to your application. However, I have determined to process the request as if the statutory time frame had been met.
The purpose of this letter is to advise you of my determination.
A total of 92 documents were identified as answering the terms of your application and I have determined as follows:
I grant you access in full to 46 documents, copies of which are enclosed; I grant you access in part to 45 documents, copies of which are enclosed, and I refuse access to 1 document
Please refer to the attached schedule that describes each document and sets out my determination and reasons in summary form.
Documents released in full
Documents 4-7, 11-13, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25, 27-30, 32-48, 50, 54, 55, 58, 67-69, 72, 77, 78, 88, 89 and 92
Documents released in part
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Documents 1, 2, 14-16, 23, 49, 53, 59-66, 71, 74-76, 79, 80, 85, 86, 90 and 91
Sections of these documents contain information relating to the personal affairs of a third party, namely mobile phone numbers and email addresses. Under clause 6(1) of Schedule 1 to the Act, information is exempt if releasing it would involve the ‘unreasonable disclosure of information concerning the personal affairs of any person’. I have considered that the application of clause 6(1) requires two elements, one that the information contains the personal affairs of that person; and secondly that disclosure would be unreasonable and contrary to public interest. I have determined that this information falls within the category of ‘personal affairs’ as listed under section 4(1) of the Act, thereby meeting the first elements of this clause. Further, I have considered whether the disclosure of this information would be unreasonable. In doing so, I have considered the relevance of this information to the public and the likelihood as to whether the person in question would consent to disclosure. I have concluded that this information was likely obtained in confidence and through measures which would otherwise make it unavailable to the public. I have considered the factors in favour of public interest and determined that these factors are outweighed by the need to maintain personal confidentiality in this instance. Therefore, I have determined that this information meets the requirements of clause 6(1) and is thereby exempt pursuant to this clause.
Documents 8 and 14-16
These documents contain commercial methodology and intellectual property of third parties. The disclosure of this content could reasonably destroy or diminish the commercial value of this information, as it would reveal proprietary information and unique business ideas for start-up businesses, in a niche and emerging market. These proposals were presented to the Government in order to obtain advice or possible pathways to investigate in order for them to reach fruition. Whilst there is significant public interest in how successful recipients of funding assistance use their grants, certain material contained in these documents could give competing entities unfair advantage to entrepreneurial and innovative business plans. I have therefore determined to remove this information pursuant to clause 7(1)(b) of the Act.
Documents 9, 10, 17, 19, 21, 26, 31, 49, 51-53, 56, 57, 59, 60, 62, 64, 65, 70, 71, 73- 75, 79-84, 86, 87 and 90
These documents contain information which I have determined to be exempt pursuant to clause 12 of Schedule 1 to the Act. This section states that information is exempt from release if ‘it contains matter the disclosure of which would constitute an offence against an Act’. Under section 10 of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1988, information entered into the central or local archives relating to Aboriginal sites or objects retains confidentiality. Under section 35 of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1988, a person must not, in contravention of Aboriginal tradition, divulge information relating to an Aboriginal site, object or remains. A section of this document contains such information, the release of which would be an offence against the Aboriginal Heritage Act. I have therefore exempted this information pursuant to clause 12(1) of Schedule 1 to the Act for this information.
Document 19
This document contains information concerning the business, professional and commercial affairs of a third party. The disclosure of their identity could reasonably
OFFICIAL Page 2 of 4 OFFICIAL be expected to have an adverse effect on this third party’s affairs. The letter implies that they may be building a development on land that they have not conducted site clearance upon. Further investigation showed that the third party was not required to undertake this action as it was not building within a registered site location. In my view it would be inappropriate to reveal their identity and cast the aspersion that they operate in an unprofessional manner. I have therefore determined it is not in the public interest to disclose this information and it is exempted pursuant to clause 7(1)(c) of the Act.
Document refused in full
Document 3
This document contains the commercial methodology and intellectual property of a third party. The disclosure of this content could reasonably destroy or diminish the commercial value of this information, as it would reveal proprietary information and unique business ideas for start-up businesses, in a niche and emerging market. These proposals were presented to the government in order to obtain advice or possible pathways to investigate in order for them to reach fruition. Whilst there is significant public interest in how successful recipients of funding assistance use their grants, the material contained in these documents could give competing entities unfair advantage to entrepreneurial and innovative business plans. I have therefore determined to refuse access to this document in full pursuant to clause 7(1)(b) of the Act.
Exemptions
Clause 6 – Documents affecting personal affairs
(1) A document is an exempt document if it contains matter the disclosure of which would involve the unreasonable disclosure of information concerning the personal affairs of any person (living or dead)
Clause 7 – Documents affecting business affairs
(1) A document is an exempt document—
…
(b) if it contains matter—
(i) consisting of information (other than trade secrets) that has a commercial value to any agency or any other person; and
(ii) the disclosure of which—
(A) could reasonably be expected to destroy or diminish the commercial value of the information; and
(B) would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest; or
(c) if it contains matter—
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(i) consisting of information (other than trade secrets or information referred to in paragraph (b)) concerning the business, professional, commercial or financial affairs of any agency or any other person; and
(ii) the disclosure of which—
(A) could reasonably be expected to have an adverse effect on those affairs or to prejudice the future supply of such information to the Government or to an agency; and
(B) would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest.
Clause 12 – Secrecy Provisions
(1) A document is an exempt document if it contains matter the disclosure of which would constitute an offence against an Act.
FOI Disclosure Log
In compliance with Premier and Cabinet Circular PC045 - Disclosure Logs for Non- Personal Information Released through Freedom of Information (PC045), DPC is required to publish a log of all non-personal information released under the Act.
In accordance with this Circular, any non-personal information determined for release as part of this application will be published on the DPC website.
Right to internal review
If you are aggrieved with this determination, you have a right to apply for internal review under subsection 29(1) of the Act. Pursuant to subsection 29(2), your application must:
be in writing be addressed to the principal officer, and be lodged at an office of DPC, or emailed to [email protected] within 30 days after the day on which you receive this letter or within such further time as the principal officer may allow.
If you have any questions in relation to this matter, please contact Damian Gilbert, Freedom of Information Officer, on telephone (08) 8429 7317 or via email at [email protected].
Yours sincerely
Eamonn Maloney Accredited Freedom of Information Officer Office of the Chief Executive Department of the Premier and Cabinet
07 / 05 / 2021
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SCHEDULE OF DOCUMENTS
File Number: DPC21/0369 Applicant: Hon Kyam Maher MLC
This schedule of documents accompanies a determination made in relation to your request submitted under the Freedom of Information Act 1991 seeking access to:
Any correspondence and/or notes of meetings between the agency and/or agency staff and Mark Koolmatrie and/or Tribal Expertise facility and/or Heritage Tourism Alliance and/or the Original Southern SA Tribes Indigenous Corporation
Date Range: 18/03/2018 – 26/02/2021
No. Date Document description Exemption clauses Determination
1. 15/06/2018 Email – RE: Phone call this morning 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part
2. 19/06/2018 Email – AARV2018-000482 – Mark Koolmatrie – request for meeting 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part
3. Our Vision 2018 – Presentation to SA Government 7(1)(b) – Business affairs Refused in full
Attachment to document 2 4. 30/08/2018 Email – Re: Karlinga N/A Released in full
5. 19/10/2018 Email – Re: Monday N/A Released in full
6. 23/10/2018 Email – Canoe Tree N/A Released in full
7. Letter – Cultural Heritage work at Canoe Tree N/A Released in full
Attachment to document 7 8. Project – Monitoring of the modification works done on the Culturally Significant Canoe 7(1)(b) – Business affairs Released in part Tree
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SCHEDULE OF DOCUMENTS No. Date Document description Exemption clauses Determination
9. 24/10/2018 Email – RE: Canoe Tree (Currency Creek CMT s.23 Application) 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
10. Letter – s.23 Application – Canoe Tree 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
Attachment to document 10 11. 24/10/2018 Email – RE: Canoe Tree N/A Released in full
12. 27/11/2018 Email – Re: DEW N/A Released in full
13. 11/12/2018 Email – Re: Map of Country N/A Released in full
14. 10/01/2019 Email – Fwd: Cultural Heritage monitoring of Currency Creek Canoe Tree pruning 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 7(1)(b) – Business affairs 15. 11/01/2019 Email – Re: Fwd: Cultural Heritage monitoring of Currency Creek Canoe Tree pruning 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 7(1)(b) – Business affairs 16. 16/01/2019 Email – Re: Fwd: Cultural Heritage monitoring of Currency Creek Canoe Tree pruning 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 7(1)(b) – Business affairs 17. 17/01/2019 Email – Couple of questions from today 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
18. 06/03/2019 Email – our concerns at wellington N/A Released in full
19. Letter – Concerns at Wellington 7(1)(c) – Business affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Attachment to document 20 20. 06/03/2019 Email – RE: our concerns at wellington N/A Released in full
21. 06/03/2019 Email – Re: heritage concerns at wellington east 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
22. 13/05/2019 Email – RE: National Museum of the American Indian N/A Released in full
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SCHEDULE OF DOCUMENTS No. Date Document description Exemption clauses Determination
23. 10/06/2019 Email – Travel – Mark Koolmatrie 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part
24. 08/07/2019 Email – RE: Embassy in DC N/A Released in full
25. 17/07/2019 Email – Golf Course on KI N/A Released in full
26. 17/07/2019 Email – Re: Kangaroo Island Golf Course 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
27. 01/11/2019 Email – RE: IT N/A Released in full
28. 02/12/2019 Email – Agenda for Heritage Tourism Alliance Meeting N/A Released in full
29. 03/12/2019 Meeting Agenda – Heritage Tourism Alliance N/A Released in full
30. 03/12/2019 Handwritten notes of HTA Meeting N/A Released in full
31. 18/12/2019 Email – RE: Updates on find along 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
32. 17/01/2020 Email - Update N/A Released in full
33. 17/01/2020 Email – Newspaper article N/A Released in full
34. 19/01/2020 Email – Our interested area N/A Released in full
35. 23/01/2020 Email – NGARRINDJERI KURANGK CULTURE EXPERIENCE TOUR – Spirit Australia N/A Released in full Cruise Reservations 36. 30/01/2020 Email – Re: Heads up N/A Released in full
37. 30/01/2020 State Aboriginal Heritage Committee – Extract of Minutes -Topic 5: Heritage Tourism N/A Released in full Alliance Presentation
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SCHEDULE OF DOCUMENTS No. Date Document description Exemption clauses Determination
38. 30/01/2020 Presentation – Heritage Tourism Alliance N/A Released in full
39. 03/02/2020 Email – Re: Application for funding N/A Released in full
40. 05/02/2020 Email – Re: KI Lidar N/A Released in full
41. 10/02/2020 Email – Re: Flinders Chase National Park – escorted site visit N/A Released in full
42. 11/02/2020 Email – Ceremony for KI N/A Released in full
43. 14/02/2020 Email – Fwd: Today N/A Released in full
44. 27/02/2020 Email – Kangaroo Island Traditional Owner Post-Fire Visit N/A Released in full
45. 28/02/2020 Email – Re: Kangaroo Island Traditional Owner Post-Fire Visit N/A Released in full
46. 28/02/2020 Email – Re: The Act N/A Released in full
47. 11/03/2020 Email – RE: Thursdays meeting N/A Released in full
48. 19/03/2020 Letter – RE: Cancellation of Public Consultation Meeting – Wearing Street Aquatic and N/A Released in full Arts Precinct Redevelopment Proposal 49. 25/03/2020 Email – RE: Ngarrindjeri Organisational Contacts 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions 50. 26/03/2020 Email - Tomorrow N/A Released in full
51. 26/03/2020 Email – Re: Friday 27 March 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
52. 30/03/2020 Email – RE: Thanks for today 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
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SCHEDULE OF DOCUMENTS No. Date Document description Exemption clauses Determination
53. 31/03/2020 Email – Fwd: skeletal remains – Temporary conservation measure – 27 March 2020 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions 54. 02/04/2020 Email – RE: Aboriginal Ombudsman N/A Released in full
55. 07/04/2020 Email – RE: 1st Article N/A Released in full
56. 16/04/2020 Email – Re: Wearing Street Aquatic and Arts Precinct Redevelopment – DRAFT 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part submission for review 57. Wearing Street Aquatic and Arts Precinct Redevelopment – DRAFT submission for review 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
Attachment to document 56 58. 20/04/2020 Letter – Heritage Tourism Strategy Update N/A Released in full
59. 05/05/2020 Email 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions 60. 05/05/2020 Email 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions 61. 11/05/2020 Email – List of people 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part
62. 14/05/2020 Email – Fw: skeletal remains – Site Conservation Planning 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions 63. 18/05/2020 Email – RE: Tribal owners concern about ramindjeri 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part
64. 19/05/2020 Email – Fw: todays meeting 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions 65. 19/05/2020 Email – Re: today’s meeting 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions 66. 21/05/2020 Email – Names and numbers for AARD 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part
67. 26/05/2020 Email – Re: Granite Island Causeway Revitilisation Project – DRAFT submission for N/A Released in full review OFFICIAL
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SCHEDULE OF DOCUMENTS No. Date Document description Exemption clauses Determination
68. Granite Island Causeway Revitilisation Project – DRAFT submission for review N/A Released in full
Attachment to document 67 69. 03/06/2020 Email – RE: Any advice back yet N/A Released in full
70. 03/06/2020 Email – Re: Ngarrindjeri meeting – 19 June 2019 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
71. 04/06/2020 Email – RE: Ngarrindjeri meeting – 19 June 2019 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions 72. 15/06/2020 Email – RE: Possible press N/A Released in full
73. 23/06/2020 Email – Re: Meeting with Ngarrindjeri 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
74. 24/06/2020 Email – FW: Ngarrindjeri meeting – 19 June 2020 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions 75. 02/07/2020 Email - Re: Ngarrindjeri meeting – 19 June 2020 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions 76. 07/07/2020 Email – RE: Chris Mitchell 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part
77. 20/07/2020 Email – RE: Update on Christine N/A Released in full
78. 03/08/2020 Email – RE: Journalist N/A Released in full
79. 07/09/2020 Email – Re: Site Verification 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions 80. 07/09/2020 Email – Spatial verification 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions 81. 09/09/2020 Email – Re: Thank you 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
82. 10/09/2020 Email – Re: drone photos 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
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SCHEDULE OF DOCUMENTS No. Date Document description Exemption clauses Determination
83. 10/09/2020 Email – Re: Any update on payment invoice info from Tues 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
84. 10/09/2020 Email – claim 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
85. 12/09/2020 Email – Re: Muwerang Mosaic project 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part
86. 06/10/2020 Email – Re: drone photos 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions 87. 27/11/2020 Email – Re: 2020 12(1) – Secrecy provisions Released in part
88. 30/11/2020 Email – Re: DIT update N/A Released in full
89. 11/01/2021 Email – RE: Update N/A Released in full
90. 13/01/2021 Meeting Request – Ancestral Remains – Hindmarsh Island 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part 12(1) – Secrecy provisions 91. 03/02/2021 Email – RE: FYI 6(1) – Personal affairs Released in part
92. 15/02/2021 Email - Approval N/A Released in full
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From: Boag, Rachel (DPC-AAR) Sent: Friday, 15 June 2018 4:11 PM To: 'Mark Koolmatrie'; Mathewson, Jade (DSD-AAR) Subject: RE: Phone call this morning
Thanks Mark, I’ll keep an eye out for it.
Rachel
From: Mark Koolmatrie Clause 6(1) Sent: Friday, 15 June 2018 4:08 PM To: Mathewson, Jade (DSD‐AAR)
Will do Jade. I should get something to you by Tuesday next week Rachel. Thanks Mark.
Sent from my iPhone
On 15 Jun 2018, at 3:37 pm, Mathewson, Jade (DSD-AAR)
Hi Mark If you have got any additional information you would like to send through after the meeting on the weekend please feel free to provide to my colleague Rachel Boag. I have copied Rach in to this email. Thanks Jade
From: Mark Koolmatrie Clause 6(1) Sent: 14 June, 2018 11:50 AM To: Mathewson, Jade (DSD‐AAR)
Hi Jade this is rushed but i hope this helps you. I look forward to a contact to send our brief next week to. thanks mark.
On Thu, Jun 14, 2018 at 11:48 AM, Mathewson, Jade (DSD-AAR)
No worries, thanks. I hope that you can get some good outcomes!
From: Mark Koolmatrie [mailtoClause 6(1) Sent: 14 June, 2018 11:16 AM
To: Mathewson, Jade (DSD-AAR)
1 Thanks Jade. I will send through today a couple of other points of importance and look forward to working alongside someone. Enjoy your six months away and hope to see you soon. Mark.
Sent from my iPhone
On 14 Jun 2018, at 10:44 am, Mathewson, Jade (DSD-AAR)
Hi Mark
Unfortunately I am out of the office for six months next week so need to put something up ASAP, however, I will make sure that I have a contact in my email address which you can forward the information to. From our conversation this morning I think I have enough to include the background information in the brief and hopefully we can seek to arrange a meeting with the best person to provide some advice and a way forward for you and your business partners.
Thanks
Jade
From: Mark Koolmatrie Clause 6(1) Sent: 14 June, 2018 10:37 AM To: Mathewson, Jade (DSD-AAR)
Hi Jade. Great to have the opportunity to speak with you this morning as well. If I could get something to you early next week would be good as we have a committee and families meeting on Saturday so it’s great timing. Thanks Mark.
Sent from my iPad
On 14 Jun 2018, at 10:11 am, Mathewson, Jade (DSD-AAR)
Hi Mark
Thank you for speaking to me this morning regarding you plans for economic, environmental, educational and health development in the Coorong, Lower Lakes and River Murray region, and also about some of the challenges you have encountered in the past. It is fantastic to hear about your passion and dedication for the projects you are currently working on.
2 Please feel free to email me if you can think of anything else you would like to add.
Kind regards
Jade Mathewson
Project Officer
Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation
Department of the Premier and Cabinet
P: 08 8226 1193 E: [email protected]
Level 7, 11 Waymouth Street, ADELAIDE SA
GPO Box 320, ADELAIDE SA 5001
We acknowledge and respect the traditional custodians of these ancestral lands. We acknowledge the deep feelings of attachment and relationship of Aboriginal people to Country.
Information contained in this email message may be confidential and may also be the subject of legal professional privilege or public interest immunity. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, disclosure or copying of this document is unauthorised.
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From: Boag, Rachel (DPC-AAR) Sent: Tuesday, 19 June 2018 11:48 AM To: Hickman, Grant (DSD-AAR); Gurney, Kate (DPC-AAR) Cc: Moran, Brendan (DPC-AAR) Subject: AARV2018-000482 - Mark Koolmatrie - request for meeting Attachments: Mark Koolmatrie Briefing Document June 2018 (1).pdf
Importance: High
Hi Grant and Kate
We’ve received the email below and attachment from Mark Koolmatrie regarding his request to the Premier for a meeting, and Brendan has suggested that it may serve as an attachment to the briefing that has been prepared, if the briefing hasn’t already progressed too far to add anything new to it. Mark cc’d Jonathon Wotton in Premier’s office, so they may already have it.
I’ve saved the pdf into the corro folder, but not the email.
Rach
From: Mark Koolmatrie Clause 6(1) Sent: Tuesday, 19 June 2018 7:36 AM To: Boag, Rachel (DSD)
Hi Rachel. Please see our briefing document which contains items for further discussion with the Premier and others. It is done as a further attachment to the work I started last week with Jade. Thank You. Mark Koolmatrie.
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC-AAR) Sent: Thursday, 30 August 2018 8:21 AM To: Tribal owners Subject: Re: Karlinga
Hi Mark,
I have passed on your details to Beth who is more than happy to chat to you about Karlinga. If you haven’t heard back from her by the end of this week, please let me know and I’ll follow up with her again.
Kind regards,
Alex
Sent from my iPhone
> On 30 Aug 2018, at 07:30, Tribal owners
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Tribal owners
Can you please email this to me as I have been away from base. Unfortunately I cannot be in attendance on Monday now as I’m working doing a tour. I will attempt to send Darryl and will let you know ASAP about this. Thanks Mark.
Power to the Tribes.
> On 19 Oct 2018, at 9:39 am, Green, Ribnga (DPC‐AAR)
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Tribal owners
1 The Tribal Owners of the Coorong, Lower Lakes, River Murray and the Sea Inc. 14 Matson Street, MENINGIE South Australia 5264 ABN: 20 368 132 597
Alex van Wessem E: [email protected] [email protected] Date: 23/10/2018 PROJECT: Modification to Canoe Tree.
Dear Alex and Ribnga, Thank you for the opportunity to provide you with a fee estimation to conduct a Cultural Heritage work at the Canoe Tree.
As Ramindjeri and Tribal Owners of the Coorong, lower lakes, River Murray and the Sea we have conducted many of these types of assessments in the past for clients, across numerous areas of Southern SA and believe we have the personnel and skills required to complete the tasks successfully.
We understand this field task is likely to take a period to complete plus some travelling and office reporting time.
Please contact me at any time should you require clarification. In anticipation
Mark Koolmatrie
Chairperson. [email protected] 0459 371 515 Project – Monitoring of the modification works done on the Culturally Significant Canoe Tree.
. Location – Alexandrina Road, Between Goolwa and Strathalbyn, SA.
. Date of Survey ‐ 2018 (as negotiated)
. Field Operations Expected – As required.
. Report assistance time to be determined and negotiated
. Leader Mark Koolmatrie M: 0459 371 515
Project Task We understand our task is to work with DPTI and/or other expert personnel to; a) Conduct field work at the selected site to monitor the modification of the significant canoe Tree and to identify any Aboriginal sites that may still be located within the project area that are protected by the South Australian Heritage Act 1988. b) Record the traditional or contemporary significance of any archaeological and mythological/ ethnographic sites within the selected area. c) Assist DPTI with additional information required for the final written report if required.
Methodology Prior to field activities if required DPTI, other experts and/or the Tribal owners may; . Load GIS data into a handheld GPS unit for orientation and field map illustration of the area to be assessed.
Prior to field activities the Tribal Owners of the Coorong, lower lakes, river Murray and the Sea Inc team may; . Discuss location and possible cultural issues with other Tribal elders and record possible outcomes of the survey.
During the modification DPTI and other experts may; . Assist with the taking of field notes and provide digital camera and GPS unit with mapping capability. . Provide any negotiated resources as required.
We will meet with DPTI and other experts at the site to monitor as they conduct the modification. The archaeological survey will be conducted by; . Pedestrian transects requiring us to systematically inspect the identified land on foot, looking for areas of interest for archaeological sites and objects. . Using our cultural experience to focus on areas of high importance to our ancestors. . GPS important items found during the survey. . Photograph these sites in a culturally sensitive manner. . Record local observations or details. . Discussing items of significance to provide appropriate management actions.
Desired Survey Outcome From this work we expect; a) To locate and record this and any other sites of significance to Aboriginal Heritage and/ or Tradition. b) Identify appropriate management actions or options for sites identified and covered by South Australian Heritage Act 1988, and Tribal Owners of the Coorong, lower lakes, River Murray and the Sea Inc where deemed. c) Be able to work with DPTI and other experts to assist and sign off on any final report/s.
WH&S Working in a safe environment is important to us. All field operation requires 2 personnel daily to carry out the task. Our selected team will provide; . Physically capable field operators . Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) . High visibility vests or clothing . Appropriate walking footwear . Communication (Mobile phone) . No alcohol or drugs policy . First aid kit with snakebite provision . Drinking water.
Operating Risk Our assessment of risks associated with this project are . Possible snake bite . Dehydration . Sprains or strains . Driving to and from the site. . The position of the workplace and its associated danger.
Insurances (documentation provided as attachments) Our insurance policies are;
. Public Liability 7(1)(c) Business affairs . Return to Work ‐ 7(1)(c) Business affairs
Hours of activity . We are suggesting the following hrs ‐ 8AM TO 4PM (these hours can be further negotiated as required)
Assessor start location . Mount Barker South Australia . Goolwa South Australia.
Fee Estimation
Items Cost per unit Totals Stage 1 per day monitoring x 2 Clause 7(1)(b) assessors
Administration and Communications Travel 1 vehicle (110km / day)
Stage 2 Any further works to be T.B.N. TBD negotiated. * Rates charged for the 2018‐19 financial year
Please NOTE . If additional time is required, it will be negotiated with the client prior to fulfilling the obligation or request.
Invoicing & Payment Terms
. Once the task has been completed successfully an invoice will be sent via our accountant PKF Kennedy Adelaide (Nicole Peterson [email protected]) . Payment terms are 7 days from invoice
Selected Field Operators
Name Duties Experience
Mark Koolmatrie Cultural Heritage and Mark is a highly sort after Cultural advice including Heritage expert who has provided management. advice and guidance on such major projects as the Seaford Rail project, New RAH, CBD High school Project and currently the Osbourne ship building project. Steven Willis Cultural Heritage and Steven is a highly sort after Cultural advice. Heritage expert who has provided advice and guidance on many projects especially with SA Water. Darryl Koolmatrie Cultural Heritage and Darryl is a highly sort after Cultural advice. Heritage expert who has provided advice and guidance on such major projects as the Seaford Rail project, New RAH, CBD High school Project.
Full CV's available on request
Insurance Certificate of Currency
7(1)(c) Business affairs Work Cover
7(1)(c) Business affairs
Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC-AAR) Sent: Wednesday, 24 October 2018 9:27 AM To: 'Tribal owners' Cc: Green, Ribnga (DPC-AAR); Guadalupe Cincunegui; Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Subject: RE: Canoe Tree. [Currency Creek CMT s.23 Application] [DLM=For-Official-Use- Only]
For Official Use Only
Dear Mark,
Thank you for your submission in relation to DPTI’s application for authorisation under section 23 of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1988 (the proposed pruning of site Clause 12(1) ).
I have forwarded your submission to DPTI for comment.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Kindest regards,
Alex
Alex van Wessem Principal Project Officer (Heritage) Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
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From: Tribal owners
Re: Canoe TreeClause 12(1) Att: Alex Van Wessem, Ribnga Green and others.
Thank you for accepting my apologies and that of The Tribal Owners at the recent Section 13 consultation in relation to an application for Authorisation under Section 23 of the Aboriginal Heritage act 1988 from DPTI. As already noted the Canoe Tree is of high significance to all aboriginal peoples especially the Tribal Owners as we have bloodline connection to the area and the Canoe Tree. We note the importance of acting swiftly to prune the Canoe tree and agree that although it is ideal that it is not touched in any way due to safety and the obvious intention not to disturb or harm the actual Canoe we support that the Canoe Tree is pruned as a matter of urgency. As it is of high significance and already a registered site we insist that whilst the work is taking place we are present on site to monitor and will contribute to the CHMP at the rates that is agreed upon (see attached). Should you require any further assistance then please do not hesitate to contact us immediately. Thanking You.
Mark Koolmatrie
Chairperson. [email protected] 0459 371 515 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC-AAR) Sent: Wednesday, 24 October 2018 5:05 PM To: 'Tribal owners' Cc: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR); Green, Ribnga (DPC-AAR); Hancock, Dale (DPC-AAR) Subject: RE: Canoe Tree [Currency Creek CMT s.23 Application] [DLM=For-Official-Use- Only]
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Hi Mark,
Thank you for your email. It has been noted.
Kindest regards,
Alex
From: Tribal owners
It doesn’t surprise me that DPTI has decided not to engage with us as they do not recognise us as Traditional owners. We feel we are being discriminated against because of our race, that being Original peoples. In future we will continue to participate in the process but are aware that a relationship with DPTI is now non existent as this latest attempt at ethnic cleansing is blatant disrespect for the importance Aboriginal culture that is evident and has been compounded by layers of disrespect by DPTI. Can you please pass this message onto DPTI as we have tried in the past to work with them but this latest act is an indication that they do not wish to engage with us. We look forward to working with other departments especially your office. Thanking you. Mark Koolmatrie.
Power to the Tribes.
On 24 Oct 2018, at 4:14 pm, Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC‐AAR)
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Dear Mark,
DPTI has received your submission and after considering the following factors:
That appropriately qualified and experienced arborists will be conducting the required pruning work; That the work will be undertaken very carefully with an emphasis on the protection of the canoe scar; and That the works will be undertaken in compliance and adherence to DPTI’s Aboriginal Sites, Objects and Remains Discovery Procedure 1 has made a decision not to engage Aboriginal heritage monitors for the proposed works.
DPTI acknowledges the heritage values of the tree and accordingly intends to provide the contracted arborists with a cultural heritage induction relating to the significance of the site (and the need for precision in the pruning works).
DPTI has advised that representatives of the Tribal Owners of the Coorong, Lower Lakes, River Murray and the Sea Inc. are welcome to attend the site to observe the pruning activity.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to give me a call.
Kindest regards,
Alex
Alex van Wessem Principal Project Officer (Heritage) Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
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Level 2 – City Central, 11 Waymouth Street ADELAIDE SA 5000
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From: Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC‐AAR) Sent: Wednesday, 24 October 2018 9:27 AM To: 'Tribal owners'
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Dear Mark,
Thank you for your submission in relation to DPTI’s application for authorisation under section 23 of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1988 (the proposed pruning of site 6627‐2709).
I have forwarded your submission to DPTI for comment.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Kindest regards,
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Alex
Alex van Wessem Principal Project Officer (Heritage) Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
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Level 2 – City Central, 11 Waymouth Street ADELAIDE SA 5000
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From: Tribal owners
3 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Tuesday, 27 November 2018 9:20 PM To: Tribal owners Subject: Re: DEW
Hey Mark, sorry for the slow reply. Went out to the Riverland today to talk to RMMAC about some conservation work. Happy to catch up, 10 next Monday is best for me. Repeat my disclaimer that I have a limited sphere of influence! Catch you Monday. Cheers, Toby
Sent from my iPhone
> On 26 Nov 2018, at 4:06 pm, Tribal owners
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Tuesday, 11 December 2018 12:33 PM To: Tribal owners Subject: Re: Map of Country.
Great. Thanks Mark. Toby
Sent from my iPhone
> On 11 Dec 2018, at 11:56 am, Tribal owners
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Tribal owners
Sorry Alex I didn’t cc you to this originally. Thanks Mark Koolmatrie.
Power to the Tribes.
Begin forwarded message:
From: Tribal owners
It is obvious that we would not want the significant tree touched at all as our first option. Our second option is to move the road and again leave the tree alone. I will get back to you once we have considered your option. Mark Koolmatrie.
Power to the Tribes.
On 10 Jan 2019, at 11:56 am, Gray, Catherine (DPTI)
Dear Mark,
The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure has received arborist advice of the need to prune the Currency Creek Canoe Tree, in order to remove the structurally unsound branches. The department has sought authorisation for that pruning work in accordance with the SA Aboriginal Heritage Act 1988. The application is currently under assessment and is being managed by Alex van Wessem from DPC‐Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation.
Alex has passed on the quote you provided for Cultural Heritage monitoring of the Currency Creek Canoe Tree pruning works.
The department is interested in proceeding with engaging a Cultural Heritage monitor from the Ramindjeri and Tribal Owners of the Coorong, lower lakes, River Murray and the Sea. However, the allowances in the State Government Guidelines for Aboriginal Heritage Payments don’t quite align with your quote.
Due to the short term, non‐ground disturbing nature of the work and the fact that the site holds significance for more than one Aboriginal organisation, we are seeking to engage one Cultural Heritage monitor from the Ramindjeri and Tribal Owners of the Coorong, lower lakes, River Murray and the Sea.
We would accept the day rate you’ve provided Clause 7(1)(b)
A summary of the department’s proposal is below:
1 Clause 7(1)(b)
Total $595.32
Could you please respond, identifying if the above offer is acceptable?
Kind Regards, Cath Gray
Catherine Gray Senior Environmental Process Advisor Asset Management, Technical Services Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure T 8402 1874 (internal 21874) • M 6(1) Personal • E [email protected] 77 Grenfell Street, Adelaide SA 5000affairs • PO Box 1533 Adelaide SA 5001 • DX 171 • www.dpti.sa.gov.au
MON TUE WED THU FRI ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
We acknowledge and respect Aboriginal peoples as South Australia’s first peoples and nations, we recognise Aboriginal peoples as traditional owners and occupants of land and waters in South Australia and that their spiritual, social, cultural and economic practices come from their traditional lands and waters; and they maintain their cultural and heritage beliefs, languages and laws which are of ongoing importance; We pay our respects to their ancestors and to their Elders. Information contained in this email message may be confidential and may also be the subject of legal professional privilege or public interest immunity. Access to this email by anyone else is unauthorised. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, disclosure or copying of this document is unauthorised and may be unlawful.
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From: Tribal owners
After consideration and discussion with other elders we see that whilst the Canoe Tree is highly culturally significant the danger to the public is also equally paramount. We will like to follow up on your proposal and are happy to work with DPTI. Please contact me on 0459371515 or via email to discuss further. Thanks Mark Koolmatrie.
Power to the Tribes.
On 10 Jan 2019, at 11:56 am, Gray, Catherine (DPTI)
Dear Mark,
The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure has received arborist advice of the need to prune the Currency Creek Canoe Tree, in order to remove the structurally unsound branches. The department has sought authorisation for that pruning work in accordance with the SA Aboriginal Heritage Act 1988. The application is currently under assessment and is being managed by Alex van Wessem from DPC‐Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation.
Alex has passed on the quote you provided for Cultural Heritage monitoring of the Currency Creek Canoe Tree pruning works.
The department is interested in proceeding with engaging a Cultural Heritage monitor from the Ramindjeri and Tribal Owners of the Coorong, lower lakes, River Murray and the Sea. However, the allowances in the State Government Guidelines for Aboriginal Heritage Payments don’t quite align with your quote.
Due to the short term, non‐ground disturbing nature of the work and the fact that the site holds significance for more than one Aboriginal organisation, we are seeking to engage one Cultural Heritage monitor from the Ramindjeri and Tribal Owners of the Coorong, lower lakes, River Murray and the Sea.
We would accept the day rate you’ve provided Clause 7(1)(b)
A summary of the department’s proposal is below: Clause 7(1)(b)
Total $595.32
Could you please respond, identifying if the above offer is acceptable?
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Kind Regards, Cath Gray
Catherine Gray Senior Environmental Process Advisor Asset Management, Technical Services Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure T 8402 1874 (internal 21874) • M 6(1) Personal • E [email protected] 77 Grenfell Street, Adelaide SA 5000affairs • PO Box 1533 Adelaide SA 5001 • DX 171 • www.dpti.sa.gov.au
MON TUE WED THU FRI ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
We acknowledge and respect Aboriginal peoples as South Australia’s first peoples and nations, we recognise Aboriginal peoples as traditional owners and occupants of land and waters in South Australia and that their spiritual, social, cultural and economic practices come from their traditional lands and waters; and they maintain their cultural and heritage beliefs, languages and laws which are of ongoing importance; We pay our respects to their ancestors and to their Elders. Information contained in this email message may be confidential and may also be the subject of legal professional privilege or public interest immunity. Access to this email by anyone else is unauthorised. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, disclosure or copying of this document is unauthorised and may be unlawful.
2 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Tribal owners
Good morning. I’m just wondering when this is likely to take place? Thanks Mark Koolmatrie.
Power to the Tribes.
On 10 Jan 2019, at 11:56 am, Gray, Catherine (DPTI)
Dear Mark,
The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure has received arborist advice of the need to prune the Currency Creek Canoe Tree, in order to remove the structurally unsound branches. The department has sought authorisation for that pruning work in accordance with the SA Aboriginal Heritage Act 1988. The application is currently under assessment and is being managed by Alex van Wessem from DPC‐Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation.
Alex has passed on the quote you provided for Cultural Heritage monitoring of the Currency Creek Canoe Tree pruning works.
The department is interested in proceeding with engaging a Cultural Heritage monitor from the Ramindjeri and Tribal Owners of the Coorong, lower lakes, River Murray and the Sea. However, the allowances in the State Government Guidelines for Aboriginal Heritage Payments don’t quite align with your quote.
Due to the short term, non‐ground disturbing nature of the work and the fact that the site holds significance for more than one Aboriginal organisation, we are seeking to engage one Cultural Heritage monitor from the Ramindjeri and Tribal Owners of the Coorong, lower lakes, River Murray and the Sea.
We would accept the day rate you’ve provided Clause 7(1)(b)
A summary of the department’s proposal is below:
Clause 7(1)(b)
Total $595.32
Could you please respond, identifying if the above offer is acceptable?
Kind Regards, Cath Gray
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Catherine Gray Senior Environmental Process Advisor Asset Management, Technical Services Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure T 8402 1874 (internal 21874) • M 6(1) Personal • E [email protected] 77 Grenfell Street, Adelaide SA 5000affairs • PO Box 1533 Adelaide SA 5001 • DX 171 • www.dpti.sa.gov.au
MON TUE WED THU FRI ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
We acknowledge and respect Aboriginal peoples as South Australia’s first peoples and nations, we recognise Aboriginal peoples as traditional owners and occupants of land and waters in South Australia and that their spiritual, social, cultural and economic practices come from their traditional lands and waters; and they maintain their cultural and heritage beliefs, languages and laws which are of ongoing importance; We pay our respects to their ancestors and to their Elders. Information contained in this email message may be confidential and may also be the subject of legal professional privilege or public interest immunity. Access to this email by anyone else is unauthorised. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, disclosure or copying of this document is unauthorised and may be unlawful.
2 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Tribal owners
Hi Toby. The couple of issues that I didn’t get to discuss in the team reports are; 1) In Alex’s can I have inserted that I was an apology for the Canoe Tree consultation and no Aboriginal community reps attended. Also I would like to know more about the Kangaroo Island Golf Course Cultural Heritage Survey that Alex talks about. 2) In Justine’s the Clause 12(1) discovery should have been Ramindjeri first and then maybe Ngarrindjeri. We wish to be brought up to speed and then participate and actually do the repatriation properly. Everything done around repatriation on our Country including what is known as Ngarrindjeri must include the Tribal Owners. As I mentioned to you it is nothing that both Alex and Justine have done and I appreciate their hard work but I just want to make sure that the right people are consulted with. Thanks team. Mark Koolmatrie.
Power to the Tribes.
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Tribal owners
Hi toby. please see attached. mark.
1 The Tribal Owners of the Coorong, Lower Lakes, River Murray and the Sea Inc. 13 Gillian Close, NOARLUNGA DOWNS South Australia 5168 ABN: 20 368 132 597
Toby Forde Acting Manager [email protected]
Hi Toby. I brought this up at State Heritage last Friday 01/02/2019 but I am also writing to you for some clarification. Recently as you know I brought to both you and Perry’s attention that we had concerns about a piece of land at Wellington East where land was being sold and disturbed without any Aboriginal site clearing being done. I was there again in the last week or so and noticed since my last visit more houses have been erected and land cleared. I was particularly concerned that at Clause 12(1) I believe it is a new foundation that was being started and a caravan was on the site where it appeared the land holder was residing. It has also come to be attention that a piece of land has been sold on the swamp area where there is a native vegetation caveat on it. We are very concerned that land is being in fact disturbed therefore without following the Act and other important laws, rules and regulations. Clause 7(1)(c)
We are asking that you or one of your staff follows this up for some piece of mind at the very least.
Should you require any further information please contact me on 0459371515 or email [email protected]
Mark Koolmatrie
Chairperson. [email protected] 0459 371 515
Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Wednesday, 6 March 2019 11:01 AM To: Tribal owners Cc: Langeberg, Perry (DPC-AAR); Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC-AAR); Hobbs-Stroud, Justine (DPC-AAR) Subject: RE: our concerns at wellington. [DLM=For-Official-Use-Only]
For Official Use Only Thanks Mark. We're looking into this. Cheers, Toby
‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Tribal owners [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Wednesday, 6 March 2019 10:38 AM To: Forde, Toby (DPC‐AAR)
Can I suggest if you need to contact someone about Native Vegetation Compliance Chris Nichols the Coordinator might be a good start. Phone 0409941173 [email protected]
Mark Koolmatrie. Tribal Elder.
If you are empowered, you can achieve anything!
> On 6 Mar 2019, at 8:52 am, Tribal owners
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Tribal owners
Thank you Justine. It certainly clears my mind as I was concerned that something was being done without approvals. Look forward to seeing you soon. Mark.
Mark Koolmatrie. Tribal Elder.
If you are empowered, you can achieve anything!
On 6 Mar 2019, at 1:40 pm, Hobbs‐Stroud, Justine (DPC‐AAR)
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Hi Mark,
I hope you are well, it was lovely seeing you last week at the SAHC meeting.
We have looked into the heritage concerns you raised in relation to Wellington East and a subdivision that is occurring out that way.
You raised specific concerns related to Clause 12(1)
At present however, our records indicate there is no known heritage in that specific location. If you are aware of heritage values that apply specifically to Clause 12(1) , please send any information through to the agency for us to follow up.
To be clear though, there is no legal requirement to conduct a heritage survey prior to ground disturbing works. The developer is obliged under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1988 (the Act) to ensure that they do not ‘damage, disturb or interfere’ with Aboriginal sites, objects or remains. As such, the request for a survey can be made of the developer but there is no legal obligation for them to conduct one.
Of note, there is a housing development occurring in the vicinity of the site referred to above. The land agents responsible for selling the lots have undertaken a check of the Register and are aware of the heritage values that apply to those specific lots. The Agents are legally bound to disclose all encumbrances that apply to a any land available for purchase. I am going to contact the Agents to ensure that the information is passed on to any potential purchasers. This will ensure that the purchasers are aware of their obligations under the Act and how that may effect they way in which they use the land.
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Cl a u s e 6( 1) In terms of the native vegetation concerns, we do not have access to information related to vegetation caveats as we do not administer the Acts which apply to vegetation. In this case, it may be best to follow up directly with Chris Nichols.
Thank you for raising your concerns with us Mark, and we hope this information addresses your concerns.
Best wishes,
Justine Hobbs‐Stroud Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8429 3153 | F +61 (8) 8226 8999 E justine.hobbs‐[email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 2, 11 Waymouth St, ADELAIDE SA 5000 GPO Box 320, ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX 452
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From: Tribal owners
Hi toby. please see attached. mark.
2 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Monday, 13 May 2019 3:56 PM To: Tribal owners ([email protected]) Cc: Walsh, Jill (DPC-AAR) Subject: RE: National Museum of the American Indian [DLM=For-Official-Use-Only]
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Mark I’ve printed the attachment for you and will ask Jill to send it to your house. Cheers
From: Forde, Toby (DPC‐AAR) Sent: Monday, 13 May 2019 3:47 PM To: Tribal owners ([email protected])
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Hi Mark Here’s the repat page of that museum we both just discussed: https://americanindian.si.edu/explore/collections/repatriation
Also attached is their repat guidelines. cheers
Toby Forde Manager Legislative Review Manager Aboriginal Heritage Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8429 3134 | F +61 (8) 8226 8999 E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
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We acknowledge and respect the traditional custodians of these ancestral lands. We acknowledge the deep feelings of attachment and relationship of Aboriginal people to Country. 1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Tribal owners
Hi. Just to give you the heads up from June 27- July 20 I’m away overseas. If anything looks like beginning or needs urgent attention please contact Caitlin Clause 6(1) or Joe Clause 6(1) Thanks. Mark.
Mark Koolmatrie. Tribal Elder.
If you are empowered, you can achieve anything!
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Monday, 8 July 2019 10:50 AM To: Tribal owners Subject: RE: Embassy in DC
Fantastic, Mark, say g'day to Joe Hockey for me!!
‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Tribal owners
Hi Richard and Toby. We are having such a strong cultural experience in the US. Just for you info we have been invited to the Australian Embassy in Washington DC for afternoon tea next Wednesday and then on Thursday we have a full day at the Smithsonian to discuss their Indigenous Museum and most importantly the way they handle Repatriations in the US. Looking forward to sharing with everyone. Mark and the other Elders.
Mark Koolmatrie. Tribal Elder.
If you are empowered, you can achieve anything!
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Tribal owners
Hi Alex. Before I left for US you mentioned about the golf course on KI and I responded with how the proponents have not done due diligence. Is there any updates on this? I see the Australian Walking Trail company now has permission for their pods to go in at Flinders Chase so can you also ensure we are kept in the loop. Thanks Mark.
Mark Koolmatrie. Tribal Elder.
If you are empowered, you can achieve anything!
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Tribal owners
Thanks Alex.
Mark Koolmatrie. Tribal Elder.
If you are empowered, you can achieve anything!
On 17 Jul 2019, at 5:03 pm, Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC‐AAR)
Hi Mark, Great to hear from you. How was the US? On 27 June 2019, and after speaking with you, AAR wrote to Sinclair Brook (the developer) advising that: Sinclair Brook should consult with Ramindjeri Heritage (now the Original Southern South Australian Tribes Indigenous Corporation) regarding the proposed KI Golf Course development you, as Chairperson, are aware of the project and have specifically requested that you be consulted authorisation to damage, disturb or interfere with Aboriginal heritage can only be granted by the Premier (as Minister) Clause 12(1)
cultural heritage management plans (CHMP) do not have any legal status under the Act. It is worth noting that all of the above points have been put to the developer in previous correspondence. In addition to the above, AAR also provided some feedback on the CHMP that has been prepared for the project. While the letter was written directly to the developer, I also requested that DPTI (as the agency compiling feedback across State Government) treat the letter as a formal submission from AAR as part of the government feedback process. Regarding the Australian Walking Trail Company pods in Flinders Chase, Clause 12(1)
If you would like to discuss anything, don’t hesitate to give me a call. Kindest regards, Alex Alex van Wessem Principal Project Officer (Heritage) Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet T +61 (08) 8303 0739 | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au Level 2 – City Central, 11 Waymouth Street ADELAIDE SA 5000 Information contained in this email message may be confidential and may also be the subject of legal professional privilege or public interest immunity. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, disclosure or copying of this document is unauthorised.
1 ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Tribal owners
2 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Friday, 1 November 2019 8:27 AM To: Tribal owners Subject: RE: IT
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Morning Mark, Sheryl is away at the moment but will see what I can find out. Cheers, Toby
‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Tribal owners
Hi Toby. Do you think by the 11th November when the we do the interviews if the IT support I requested might be available to be picked up? If it is I will drive in and park across the road and do a pick up otherwise I will catch the train in. If you could let me know by the Friday prior which is next Friday the 8th November be great. Thanks Mark.
Mark Koolmatrie. Tribal Elder.
If you are empowered, you can achieve anything!
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Meeting agenda
Heritage Tourism Alliance – 3 December
City of Adelaide – 25 Pirie Street, Adelaide
CLC6 Training Room 2
2pm – 4pm
Statement of Acknowledgement
We would like to acknowledge this land that we meet on today is the traditional lands for Kaurna people and that we respect their spiritual relationship with their country. We also acknowledge the Kaurna people as the custodians of the Adelaide region and that their cultural and heritage beliefs are still as important to the living Kaurna people today.
Attendees: Keith Conlon (Chair), Bev Voigt (DEW – Heritage SA), Greg Mackie (History Trust), Peta Straiton, Ian Lewis (Geotourism), Mark Koolmatrie (SAHC), Stephanie Johnston (ICOMOS), Toby Forde (DPC-AAR), Matt Grant (CoA), Jo Davidson (SATC), Shaun De Bruyn (TICSA), Jan Ferguson (SA Heritage Council), Darren Peacock (NTSA), David Stevenson (SA Heritage Council)
Apologies: Chris Fanning, Katherine Russell
Time Agenda item 2pm Welcome & Apologies
2.05pm Previous minutes
2.10pm Engagement Summary Report Presentation and discussion
2.45pm Presentation – Building Upgrade Finance Lara Daddow will give a brief overview of the Building Upgrade Finance program.
3.00pm Break
3.10pm Heritage Tourism Strategy Proposed themes and objectives Discussion
4.00pm Meeting close
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Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC-AAR) Sent: Wednesday, 18 December 2019 2:27 PM To: 'Tribal owners' Cc: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR); Furniss, Danielle (DPC-AAR) Clause 12(1) Subject: RE: Updates on find along
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Hi Mark,
Thank you for your email.
Toby and I can both assure you that the Clause 12(1) burial is at the very top of the conservation team's priorities for early 2020. As you may be aware, AAR is currently recruiting for additional heritage officers within that team. The new conservation team leader will be appointed in late January 2020 and will contact you soon after that to develop a conservation proposal that suits all parties.
If you have any questions, or any proposals for the ongoing protection of the site, do not hesitate to send them through to me in the meantime.
Kindest regards,
Alex
Alex van Wessem Principal Project Officer (Heritage) Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
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“The Department of the Premier and Cabinet acknowledges and respects Aboriginal people as the state’s first people and nations, and recognises Aboriginal people as traditional owners and occupants of South Australian land and waters.”
‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Tribal owners
1 Hi Alex without reminding you that the Coorong is our traditional land and waters we are just wondering on any updates to the find along Clause 12(1) ? Thanks Mark.
Kula‐Tind‐Jeri (A Tribal Expertise Facility). Join us and kick some goals with Koomie.
2 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Mark Koolmatrie
I called Mark Phelps today at SATC about support for the World Indigenous Tourism Summit in Perth. He directed me to Wayne Hunter ( don’t know him) who is suppose to be the central point of call to get many Aboriginal people from SA to the summit. Which sounds exciting for our state to have reps there. I believe he works in Premier and Cabinet. If anyone knows anything please put my name forward so I at least can attend to bring a report back to us all but if P&C are funding a number of places please let me know as well as I would like at least another 3 or 4 people who work with me to attend. Thanks Mark.
Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Kula‐Tind‐Jeri (A Tribal Expertise Facility). 0459371515 Please join us and kick some goals with Koomie.
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Mark Koolmatrie
Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Kula-Tind-Jeri (A Tribal Expertise Facility). 0459371515 Please join us and kick some goals with Koomie.
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Tribal owners
Hi Perry. As you know we moved our interested area back after Kaurna Native Title determination. As they are still interested in areas below their NT boundary we would like to shift back towards Adelaide the same distance as the end of the Southern conclusion of Kaurna I believe that might be around Sellicks Hill if that makes sense. Say it’s 30km from Sellicks to Cape Jervis we need to go 30km towards Adelaide as our area of interest. We were going to have interest on all Kaurna and Narrungga land as we do have members who are both Kaurna and Narrungga but it was decided that there are other mechanisms for them to have their interests catered for. Can you please readjust our map and send me a copy when your able to. I’m very aware of your workload and appreciate your efforts. We still have interest in all areas Ngarrindjeri including the area that is in dispute with the Meintangk. Thanks Mark.
Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Kula‐Tind‐Jeri (A Tribal Expertise Facility). 0459371515 Please join us and kick some goals with Koomie.
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Mark Koolmatrie
Hi all. Just seeing if you news of any movement on the attendance WITS in Perth this year? and secondly to inform the team that I have been busy getting on with business and teamed up with Spirit Australia Cruises to do an Aboriginal tour through the Coorong in March It is hoped that this will become regular looking built, maritime and Aboriginal history of the Fleurieu. If any of you are available your presence would be a big boost to what Karno Walker the great Ramindjeri Warrior called Wirritjin or Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people working together. In this case it would all forms of heritage working together. Thanks Mark. https://spiritaustralia.rezdy.com/372333/ngarrindjeri-kurangk-culture-experience-tour
Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Kula-Tind-Jeri (A Tribal Expertise Facility). 0459371515 Please join us and kick some goals with Koomie.
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Thursday, 30 January 2020 8:51 PM To: Tribal owners Subject: Re: Heads up
Thanks Mark, appreciate this. Will send the email we discussed tomorrow morning. Toby
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> On 30 Jan 2020, at 5:17 pm, Tribal owners
This is coming. We have been asked by the Editor of one of the largest and most influential Newspapers in Australia to provide an opinion piece on our ideas for Refrom in Aboriginal Affairs in South Australia. In WA Ben Wyatts Office for Accountability in Aboriginal Affairs is operating and we have been asked see how something like that might work in South Australia. The Aboriginal Reform Group is leading this. Thank you for your support and I will certainly make it known when the time is right if need be you have the respect of committee members and you are genuine about Aboriginal Heritage. Koomie.
Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: Kula‐Tind‐Jeri.com Name: The Tribal Expertise Facility Email: [email protected] Phone: 0459371515
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STATE ABORIGINAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE CONFIDENTIAL Minutes Minutes of Meeting Thursday 30 January 2020 Level 1, Conference Room, Tauondi College, 1 Lipson St Port Adelaide SA Tel: Jill Walsh (08) 8303 0741; 0435 533 741 Thursday 30 January 2020 Meeting Opened: 9:30am Present: SAHC: Syd Sparrow, (Chair), Yvonne Agius, Ian Johnson, Sue Haseldine, Mark Koolmatrie, Fiona Singer, Glen Wingfield; Loralee Wright, Cheryl Saunders, Robyn Campbell; AAR: Toby Forde, Alex van Wessem, Jill Walsh. Apologies: Nil 5. Syd welcomed Keith Conlon, Chair South Australian Heritage Council (HC); Bev Heritage Tourism Voigt, Manager Heritage SA and Linda Lacey, Project Manager for the Heritage Alliance Tourism Alliance Strategy (Alliance) to the meeting. Mark, a member of the Alliance on behalf of the Committee, joined the delegation to share in the presentation.
Mark commented that it was a privilege for him to represent the Committee on the Alliance. He said his association with Keith began with a conversation in New Zealand. Equally passionate about heritage, and the possibilities of tourism, Mark had been keen to engage on where Aboriginal people and their initiative fit within the Alliance and where the state was interested to go.
Keith acknowledged that the meeting was being held on Kaurna land and acknowledged the elders, past, present and emerging.
Keith explained that he had been asked to develop a tourism heritage strategy. He was seeking advice on what the direction should encompass. Keith explained that there was a commitment by all councils to include Aboriginal stories into all their heritage.
Keith explained that he had been chairing the HC for some years. He stated that Mark would speak to the link with the Alliance.
Keith hosted a PowerPoint presentation on the Alliance and the strategy. Keith’s message was that more must be done to protect heritage; that the more it is used and accessed the more it is understood and appreciated.
Keith explained that the Alliance was both a personal and election commitment by the Minister, David Spiers. The Alliance was about revival and identifying the potential to significantly connect and build South Australian heritage experiences into and within the tourist economy.
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Keith continued with a focus on bushfire recovery in areas such as Kangaroo Island and the Adelaide Hills.
Syd raised the matter of the Murray River. Syd expressed the view that climate change was a threat that needed addressing as well.
Mark advised the meeting that there is a World Indigenous Tourism Summit in Perth this year. Mark understands the Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) is providing funding for some delegates to attend. Mark expressed the view that it would be beneficial if any members of Committee could attend. Mark also mentioned a research symposium that Sunday, featuring Linda Tuhiwai Smith, one of the world’s leading tourism researchers.
Yvonne raised her involvement with the Adelaide City Council (ACC) and their interest in heritage places, naming of streets. She explained that they are developing a history of Adelaide Airport and are looking to construct a cultural centre in Victoria Square.
Keith advised that the Alliance engages closely with the ACC as one of the Alliance members.
Syd stated that he was keen to hear about the built environment and closer associations with Aboriginal connections. Syd spoke of the Aboriginal flag having been designed in the city of Adelaide; the Colebrook Home.
Keith contributed the suggestion of mission churches as well, and expressed the view that they are part of Aboriginal peoples’ stories while being shared sites.
Yvonne contributed St Francis’ Boys Home at Semaphore. Syd offered Eddy Betts’ pocket before suggesting to Keith that he leave the Committee with some homework.
Loralee suggested that heritage is not a house that you can lock up.
Keith stated that the channels are open and that he is committed to see Aboriginal cultural heritage included.
Discussion then ranged around appointments to the HC and whether an Aboriginal representative would be countenanced.
Keith advised that the Minister acknowledges First Nations peoples.
Bev advised that appointments are made post an application. Nominations will be called for in the next 6-8 months. Bev undertook to keep Toby advised.
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Keith Conlon Chair, SA Heritage Council & Heritage Tourism Heritage Tourism Alliance
Developing a strategic direction for South Australia Mark Koolmatrie SAHC rep, Heritage Tourism Alliance To provide an update on the development of a heritage tourism strategy and action plan for South Australia, Purpose To give an overview of the outcomes of stakeholder engagement, To seek your feedback on a proposed action for furthering Aboriginal heritage tourism. State Government election commitment Why are we The tourism potential of South Australia’s special heritage places developing a and stories is under realised strategy? Sharing our heritage better can help grow the visitor economy Tourism can help preserve and protect heritage Members:
SA Heritage Council (Keith Conlon, History Trust SA (Greg Mackie) Jan Ferguson, David Stevenson) National Trust SA (Darren Peacock) Heritage Heritage SA (Bev Voigt) City of Adelaide (Jacquie Roberts) State Aboriginal Heritage Tourism Committee (Mark Koolmatrie) Local Government Assoc (Katherine Russell) Alliance Aboriginal Heritage, AAR (Toby Forde/Jill Walsh) ICOMOS (Stephanie Johnston) South Australian Tourism SA Geological Society (Ian Lewis) Commission (Jo Davidson) Heritage tourism academics/ Tourism Industry Council SA (Shaun research (Chris Fanning, Peta De Bruyn) Straiton) … activities, attractions and experiences that engage with, use or interpret heritage stories and places, including gardens, landscapes, Heritage sites, shipwrecks and objects. Interacting with heritage can be either the primary tourism tourism is…. experience or an aspect of another tourism experience. (Heritage Tourism definition for stakeholder engagement) Heritage tourism in SA Heritage and nature-based tourism $1.7 billion 1 in 5 dollars spent by visitors is on trips with a heritage or nature component. International visitors are more likely to undertake a heritage tourism activity Purpose: gain stakeholder input into developing a draft strategy Round 1 and action plan Audience: tourism industry, heritage operators and custodians, engagement local government, regional communities, Traditional Owners, interested people. 280 stakeholders contributed via: • 18 workshops Round 1 • 1 webinar engagement • In-depth online questionnaire • Written submission • Online discussion forum (YourSAy) Heritage underpins the provision of unique and immersive experiences, especially those that aim to connect visitors with local character and identity. The modern traveller is seeking the type of authentic and enriching encounters that a heritage connection can provide. Key Findings Heritage places, stories, streetscapes and landscapes provide a unique and defining backdrop for countless visitor experiences across South Australia. Heritage tourism is seen as contributing to employment growth, economic sustainability, destination vibrancy, and increased appreciation of history and heritage assets. Our special places and stories are best conserved when they are utilised and have relevancy to current communities. Heritage tourism is seen as contributing positively to heritage conservation. South Australians are proud of their heritage and want to be supported and encouraged to share it with visitors in contemporary ways. Key Findings South Australia’s history began with the first sunrise. Aboriginal heritage can no longer be an add-on or sit in the shadow of other histories. Full and frank stories must be told and there should be significant effort put towards empowering and supporting Aboriginal people to establish heritage tourism enterprises. Prioritised resourcing and effort is required to identify and develop a selected number of unique, world-class experiences that reinforce the South Australian brand and have the potential to elevate the appeal of South Australia as destination for heritage-based experiences. While there is a desire to develop heritage experiences that appeal to high-value international and interstate visitors, intrastate travel is critical for sustaining many heritage attractions and Key Findings regional communities. The heritage tourism sector is particularly challenged by an over reliance on volunteers, costs and regulations associated with owning and operating heritage sites and activities, a lack of professional skills and knowledge, and out-dated perceptions about history and heritage. Collaboration between stakeholders, and leadership from all levels of government and industry leaders is needed to realise success. There is a clear desire for a heritage tourism strategy and action plan that: is simple and relevant to the ambitions of the many stakeholders Key Findings responsible for heritage tourism success in South Australia presents a creative and contemporary view of South Australia’s heritage tourism offering boldly repositions South Australia’s history as consisting of more than immediate post-1836 settlement narratives is connected to other tourism strategies and priorities. Mark’s reflections A draft heritage tourism strategy and action plan is in development Second round of engagement March/April Final Strategy and Action Plan released mid-year. Next steps Potential action: Better understanding/identifying how Aboriginal heritage tourism in South Australia can be supported and achieved. Thank you Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Monday, 3 February 2020 9:37 AM To: Tribal owners Subject: Re: Application for funding
Noted Mark, good luck. Cheers, Toby
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On 3 Feb 2020, at 9:21 am, Tribal owners
Good morning Toby. We sent our application through for funding to travel to Kangaroo Island to do a cultural assessment with our elders and a friend will take it to a private investor later today for a yes or no answer. I will let you know how it goes. Thanks Mark.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula-tind-jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Mark Koolmatrie
Excellent work. We look forward to making this happen. Thanks Mark.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula-tind-jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171
On 5 Feb 2020, at 11:42 am, Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR)
For Official Use Only Thanks Toby
It is great that Jorg is doing this. Lidar can be really useful for revegetated blowout areas and site prediction in the reserves particularly. In Tasmania one could see ochre pit depressions within wet sclerophyll forest.
Perry and Alex, AAR could request runs from ARA as the site indicates but not sure how they will weigh up priorities.
Coverage so far
Cheers
Matt
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Open source maps of KI fire damage being made available – looks like some up already: https://www.airborneresearch.org.au/fires‐2020
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RADIO NEWS & TALKBACK PRECIS
Breakfast Period (6am–9am) Wednesday 5 February 2020
2 (ABC NORTH & WEST 7.30am) “I think you’d find everyone is probably a bit shocked as to what’s happened, I know he’s made the decision but I think it goes hand in hand with how this process has been and how we’ve said how flawed it is and I think whichever side of the fence you’re sitting on I’m sure there’s a lot of people scratching their heads wondering what the hell’s happened in the last four or five days.” (ABC NORTH & WEST 8.30am) “I think a lot of people are scratching their heads wondering what the hell’s happened in the last four or five days for one of the most important decisions in this country. To affect a small community like this and then he’s gone, and he can’t be scrutinised I don’t think now.”
Low-flying plans with laser technology will be used to create three-dimensional maps of KI firegrounds
Low-flying planes with laser technology will be used to create three-dimensional maps of firegrounds on Kangaroo Island. The detailed maps show the direction of the fire, the affected areas and even surviving pockets of land. The data is free and accessible to the public and could help communities with recovery efforts and reducing future fire risks on their properties. Chief Scientist of Airborne Research Australia, Jorg Hacker says the maps are an invaluable source of information: (ABC RADIO ADELAIDE 7am & ABC NORTH & WEST 7am) “So you see where little creek beds are, where depressions are in the ground, and that will give you a clue what you have to do to rehabilitate this when you think of where does the water go, where will erosion be.” (ABC RADIO ADELAIDE 7.45am & ABC NORTH & WEST 7.45am) “Groups like schools or students to do research and I think that’s probably the most unique aspect in this that will make all data completely publicly available.”
Meanwhile, fire affected honey producers on Kangaroo Island say they’ve experienced an increase in online sales thanks to the State Government’s Book Them Out campaign. Clifford’s Honey Farm’s Bev Nolan says foot traffic has increased by around 30 to 40 people per day since the launch of the campaign to boost business in affected regions, but she says while the campaign has helped in the short term the loss of flowers to feed bees on the eastern side of the island will slow honey production for some time: (ABC NORTH & WEST 7.30am) “Even though we’re not burnt out or fire affected as in bee hive losses the flora is affected that we have had access to for so long so we’ll have to feed bees and less honey will be able to be harvested as well.”
New report outlines recommendations aimed at lowering council rates
A series of recommendations aimed at lowering council rates have been outlined in a new report by the Productivity Commission. The review suggests that all councils should publish their spending online to enable ratepayers to make comparisons with other Local Government areas. State Local Government Minister, Stephan Knoll says a Bill that seeks to retain caps on council rates will be reintroduced in the coming weeks: (ABC RADIO ADELAIDE 7am & ABC NORTH & WEST 7am) “What we’ve done is taken into account the concerns of councils but also still maintained our desire to deliver lower costs for the ratepayers of South Australia.” (ABC RADIO ADELAIDE 7.45am & ABC NORTH & WEST 7.45am) “What the report finds is a number of councils already do this and they’ve been able to make significant reductions in their cost of doing business and that can help to lower rates for ratepayers.”
Whyalla’s Mayor is confident no flights between Adelaide and Whyalla are in danger of being axed
4 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Mark Koolmatrie
Thanks Toby. It only came through a short time ago. I’m available to go basically at anytime with Matt but we are still waiting on the possibility of funding to see if our elders will be joining us. Can you please let me know when Perth details are available so we can start planning. Thanks.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula-tind-jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171
On 10 Feb 2020, at 4:23 pm, Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR)
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Hi Mark Thanks for this, don’t think we knew about it. Matt is currently scoping KI trip logistics – I will ask him to consider this and get back to you.
Re the Perth trip, I understand that policy has put a brief up to Premier but have not been privy to its development or contents. Expect you’ll hear back about it soon. Cheers Toby
From: Mark Koolmatrie
Hi Toby. I’ve decided to go on this, this Friday to get a first glimpse. Once AARD is ready please let me know and we can look at the proposed week of sites visit. Thanks Mark.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder.
1 Website: http://kula-tind-jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171
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From: Brenton Grear
10 February 2020
Flinders Chase National Park
Escorted Site Visit
To Mark
After an enormous effort by firefighters, the Kangaroo Island community and volunteers, we reached a milestone on Thursday 6th February with the Kangaroo Island fire declared safe by the CFS.
As you know a number of our parks on the island have been impacted by the fires and they remain closed to public access for safety reasons.
We recognise there is strong interest from our tourism industry, the Kangaroo Island community, environmental partners and stakeholders to see and understand first-hand the impact of this bushfire event on our iconic natural environment.
We now have a limited opportunity to invite you to join us on an escorted site visit of Flinders Chase National Park. The secured route will take in Cape du Couedic, Admirals Arch and Remarkable Rocks so you can understand the scale of our recovery efforts.
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Date: Friday 14 February 2019
Departure time from Penneshaw ferry terminal: 10:00 am Departure time from Kingscote airport: 11:00 am
Arrive Kingscote airport: 3:30 pm Arrive Penneshaw ferry terminal: 4:30 pm
We appreciate that this is short notice, but wanted to make this opportunity available at the earliest possible date so our partners can start to consider their future touring itineraries after seeing Flinders Chase first hand. We only have limited seats available due to site safety so this invitation is non-transferrable and you can book your place here.
Any travel arrangements to Kangaroo Island will need to be by your own arrangement and cost.
If you are able to join us, this will also be a chance to talk with DEW staff about what we know about the extent of the bushfires across Kangaroo Island parks and its impact on wildlife, infrastructure and visitor experiences. We hope to also give you some early indications around our plans for recovery.
Please note that a light lunch will be provided.
Please wear appropriate clothing including closed shoes, hat and sunscreen. Facilities are very limited at the sites and be mindful that your visit will include viewing severe damage and loss of environment and infrastructure which may cause emotional distress.
Please contact our site visit team on 0455 147 835 or email [email protected] if you require additional information.
If you are unable join us on this visit, please register your interest to be involved in a future opportunity here.
We hope you can join us as we start the recovery process.
3 Brenton Grear Acting Executive Director, National Parks and Wildlife Service SA Department for Environment and Water
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4 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Tuesday, 11 February 2020 11:44 AM To: Mark Koolmatrie Cc: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Subject: Ceremony for KI
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Hi Mark Tried to ring. Nerida is after info as to whether any ceremony is planned for KI, ie a healing, cleansing or similar sort of ceremony? Nerida’s view was that if something like this is planned, that it should happen sooner rather than later and before substantive works begin in earnest. I am not sure whether you have been involved in any such discussions, either with your own mob or any others who assert connection to KI? I am free to discuss between 1 and 2 or after 4, otherwise an email reply is fine. If something is planned there may well be media interest, but say if you do not think media involvement would be appropriate. Thanks and regards
Toby Forde Manager Aboriginal Heritage Manager Legislative Review Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
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1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Friday, 14 February 2020 9:59 AM To: Saunders, Nerida (DPC-AAR); Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR); Walsh, Jill (DPC-AAR) Subject: Fwd: Today
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From: Mark Koolmatrie
I know it’s my fault I didn’t read the email properly but I wanted to go on the Flinders Chase trip today but didn’t realise the pick up was from Penneshaw hence I went to Cape Jervis and realised I had to pay the Sealink myself. I was so keen to get to Kangaroo Island and be a part of the recovery. This is minor in many ways but DEW and previous DEWNR has disappointed me so much I just can’t ever be on the same page any longer. Please accept this as my resignation from Tourism Alliance Committee and I ask Toby to please seek another member from SA Aboriginal Heritage Committee to assist. I’m tired of the SA Government being idle in our cultural right to look after and over Country. Yes there are things in the pipeline but it doesn’t stop Defence being financed to go over when we as Traditional Owners have not been over as yet. Thank you all for your willingness to be part of the solution but as a collective this is the straw to break everything. Best of luck. Mark Koolmatrie.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula-tind-jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Thursday, 27 February 2020 11:10 AM To: '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; 'Jeffrey Newchurch' Cc: Saunders, Nerida (DPC-AAR); Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR); Alexander Nuijten (DPC- AAR) ([email protected]); Furniss, Danielle (DPC-AAR); Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC-AAR); Walsh, Jill (DPC-AAR); Parker, Kirstie (DPC-AAR) Subject: Kangaroo Island Traditional Owner Post-Fire Visit
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Dear Mark, Christine, Luke and Jeffrey
As you know, the western end of Kangaroo Island recently suffered extensive bushfires. Areas burnt included those supporting 27 Aboriginal heritage sites recorded on the Central Archive maintained by Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation (AAR). As the heritage organisations you represent have registered an interest in Kangaroo Island, we would like to invite up to two representatives from each of your organisations to travel to KI to view and assess the fire impacts, particularly in relation to a cluster of Aboriginal sites in the Flinders Chase National Park.
An initial two‐night visit is offered as an opportunity for you to understand the damage caused, and to help you to consider a possible post‐fire ceremony or healing event on the Island. If after the initial visit a healing ceremony (or ceremonies) is considered appropriate, AAR will investigate the feasibility of options to facilitate travel to the island for further traditional owners.
When
If you have representatives who wish to attend, AAR is proposing that they travel either: to KI late Monday 2 March, returning the morning of Wednesday 4 March, or to KI late Tuesday 3 March, returning the morning of Thursday 5 March, or to KI late Wednesday 4 March, returning the morning of Friday 6 March.
I apologise for the very short notice. Next week is the only week in the near future that AAR is available to travel to KI. If there is to be ceremony, we think that it should happen sooner rather than later, so this initial scoping trip needs to happen quickly. There is of course no obligation to attend.
Who
Invitations are extended to up to two representatives of the: Original Southern South Australian Tribes Indigenous Corporation Ramindjeri Heritage Association Ngarrindjeri Heritage Committee Inc Kaurna Nation Cultural Heritage Association Inc.
After the initial visit, it is contemplated that a larger contingent of TOs may visit KI for a ceremony/healing event.
Where
Given fire damaged roads, travel will be slower than usual, so it will not be possible to visit all impacted sites within the time available. For this reason, AAR is proposing we visit an area of the Flinders Chase National Park that 1 supports 10 sites that are all relatively close, accessible and on crown land. AAR will send 3 archaeologists (Alex van Wessem, Matt Schlitz, Danielle Furniss) and a GIS mapping expert (Alex Nuijten). Travel to these sites takes at least 90 minutes from Kingscote. We will spend a full day there, driving by cars early on the morning after attendees’ arrival.
Transport
Transport from Adelaide will likely be by bus, possibly the Sealink Bus departing Adelaide at 3.30 pm and arriving at Cape Jervis 5.15 for ferry departure at 6pm. Return times can be negotiated. Possibilities include returning via Penneshaw to Cape Jervis 7.00am for SeaLink bus 9.30 arriving Adelaide 11.30 am. A later return may be more convenient for some attendees. On the island AAR will have four cars, each to be driven by an AAR employee, allowing representatives from each heritage organisation to travel separately.
Food and Accommodation
Accommodation for two nights will be provided, likely in Kingscote or somewhere nearby depending on availability. Dinners and breakfast will be provided at the accommodation. AAR will procure lunch for the day at the Flinders Chase.
Costs
AAR will cover all transport, food and accommodation costs from the time of your pick up until your return to Adelaide. Fees for heritage services are not available. This trip is offered for the direct benefit of attendees and their organisations, not to provide services to government or a third party. Again, there is no obligation to attend.
If representatives from your organisation do wish to attend, please let me know as soon as possible, preferably today, of the names of representatives and their preferred day to travel to KI. We will have to choose the most popular day to travel, it is not possible to run separate tours for particular groups.
If you wish to discuss activities that will occur during the site visit, please contact Matt Schlitz on [email protected] or on 8303 0752.
Thanks and regards
Toby Forde Manager Aboriginal Heritage Manager Legislative Review Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0737 | F +61 (8) 8226 8999 E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000 GPO Box 2343, Adelaide, SA, 5001 DX 56201
2 The Department of the Premier and Cabinet acknowledges and respects Aboriginal people as the state’s first people and nations, and recognises Aboriginal people as traditional owners and occupants of South Australian land and waters.
Information contained in this email message may be confidential and may also be the subject of legal professional privilege or public interest immunity. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, disclosure or copying of this document is unauthorised.
3 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Friday, 28 February 2020 9:55 AM To: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; Jeffrey Newchurch Cc: Saunders, Nerida (DPC-AAR) Subject: Re: Kangaroo Island Traditional Owner Post-Fire Visit
Good morning. Due to the logistical challenges and general lack of support for this proposal, it will not proceed. Regards, Toby
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On 27 Feb 2020, at 11:10 am, Forde, Toby (DPC‐AAR)
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Dear Mark, Christine, Luke and Jeffrey
As you know, the western end of Kangaroo Island recently suffered extensive bushfires. Areas burnt included those supporting 27 Aboriginal heritage sites recorded on the Central Archive maintained by Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation (AAR). As the heritage organisations you represent have registered an interest in Kangaroo Island, we would like to invite up to two representatives from each of your organisations to travel to KI to view and assess the fire impacts, particularly in relation to a cluster of Aboriginal sites in the Flinders Chase National Park.
An initial two‐night visit is offered as an opportunity for you to understand the damage caused, and to help you to consider a possible post‐fire ceremony or healing event on the Island. If after the initial visit a healing ceremony (or ceremonies) is considered appropriate, AAR will investigate the feasibility of options to facilitate travel to the island for further traditional owners.
When
If you have representatives who wish to attend, AAR is proposing that they travel either: to KI late Monday 2 March, returning the morning of Wednesday 4 March, or to KI late Tuesday 3 March, returning the morning of Thursday 5 March, or to KI late Wednesday 4 March, returning the morning of Friday 6 March.
I apologise for the very short notice. Next week is the only week in the near future that AAR is available to travel to KI. If there is to be ceremony, we think that it should happen sooner rather than later, so this initial scoping trip needs to happen quickly. There is of course no obligation to attend.
Who
Invitations are extended to up to two representatives of the: Original Southern South Australian Tribes Indigenous Corporation Ramindjeri Heritage Association Ngarrindjeri Heritage Committee Inc Kaurna Nation Cultural Heritage Association Inc.
1 After the initial visit, it is contemplated that a larger contingent of TOs may visit KI for a ceremony/healing event.
Where
Given fire damaged roads, travel will be slower than usual, so it will not be possible to visit all impacted sites within the time available. For this reason, AAR is proposing we visit an area of the Flinders Chase National Park that supports 10 sites that are all relatively close, accessible and on crown land. AAR will send 3 archaeologists (Alex van Wessem, Matt Schlitz, Danielle Furniss) and a GIS mapping expert (Alex Nuijten). Travel to these sites takes at least 90 minutes from Kingscote. We will spend a full day there, driving by cars early on the morning after attendees’ arrival.
Transport
Transport from Adelaide will likely be by bus, possibly the Sealink Bus departing Adelaide at 3.30 pm and arriving at Cape Jervis 5.15 for ferry departure at 6pm. Return times can be negotiated. Possibilities include returning via Penneshaw to Cape Jervis 7.00am for SeaLink bus 9.30 arriving Adelaide 11.30 am. A later return may be more convenient for some attendees. On the island AAR will have four cars, each to be driven by an AAR employee, allowing representatives from each heritage organisation to travel separately.
Food and Accommodation
Accommodation for two nights will be provided, likely in Kingscote or somewhere nearby depending on availability. Dinners and breakfast will be provided at the accommodation. AAR will procure lunch for the day at the Flinders Chase.
Costs
AAR will cover all transport, food and accommodation costs from the time of your pick up until your return to Adelaide. Fees for heritage services are not available. This trip is offered for the direct benefit of attendees and their organisations, not to provide services to government or a third party. Again, there is no obligation to attend.
If representatives from your organisation do wish to attend, please let me know as soon as possible, preferably today, of the names of representatives and their preferred day to travel to KI. We will have to choose the most popular day to travel, it is not possible to run separate tours for particular groups.
If you wish to discuss activities that will occur during the site visit, please contact Matt Schlitz on [email protected] or on 8303 0752.
Thanks and regards
Toby Forde Manager Aboriginal Heritage Manager Legislative Review Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0737 | F +61 (8) 8226 8999 E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000 GPO Box 2343, Adelaide, SA, 5001 DX 56201
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The Department of the Premier and Cabinet acknowledges and respects Aboriginal people as the state’s first people and nations, and recognises Aboriginal people as traditional owners and occupants of South Australian land and waters.
Information contained in this email message may be confidential and may also be the subject of legal professional privilege or public interest immunity. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, disclosure or copying of this document is unauthorised.
3 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Friday, 28 February 2020 5:44 PM To: Tribal owners Cc: Sydney Sparrow; Saunders, Nerida (DPC-AAR); Jordan Sumner; Walsh, Jill (DPC- AAR); Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC-AAR) Subject: Re: The Act
Fair points and questions, Mark. I am happy to discuss at Committee if we can make time. Toby
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On 28 Feb 2020, at 5:10 pm, Tribal owners wrote:
https://www.victorharbortimes.com.au/story/6640752/celebrating-the-ongoing-legacy-of-the-ramindjeri- people-and-culture/
Can we please discuss at our next heritage meeting and especially where it states white people have a right to speak for Country? Yes our act says that we must look at Aboriginal people and that I understand whilst I dispute Kaurna and Narrungga being on KI etc but that is a different matter. Without sounding racist when are we going to ask this white woman to stop and tell her that she doesn’t speak as an Aboriginal representative as she isn’t Aboriginal. I’d like to put it to the committee for clarification. Please let me know what you all think, especially the clarification around her being the spokesperson for Aboriginal cultural heritage. I may be wrong in my thinking and am willing to have clarification. Thanks Mark Koolmatrie.
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From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Wednesday, 11 March 2020 11:38 AM To: 'Tribal owners' Subject: RE: Thursdays meeting
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No worries.
Heritage Chairs and Officials is on again in Perth May 17‐22. They are looking to progress the matters they started talking about last year in NZ. I think you would be the best Committee member to go given your previous experience. Once the new strategy is implemented then maybe another person can go. Would you be available for those dates? If so I will seek to have a quiet word to Syd about it before I bring it up in the manager’s update, probably before this other discussion.
From: Tribal owners
I certainly would like to discuss the issue not only for us but for other communities. If you just say Mark has come to us with a concern and maybe I will get him to discuss. 10/10/10 ( total 30 minutes) should be plenty. 10 for me, 10 for you and 10 for committee to take a resolution to The Premier. It’s a no brainer in my mind but if there is good reason for her to continue then I’m happy to try and get an understanding at a later date. I can be there for my 10 then leave if you want or listen to your 10 as well then leave the room. Just let me know how you want it to play out and we will go from there. Thanks.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula-tind-jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61) 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office. (The Meeting Place. 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171).
On 11 Mar 2020, at 9:44 am, Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR)
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Morning Mark. We can use most of the 30 minutes Manager’s update time for this. How would you like it introduced? Do you want me to give you the floor or would you prefer me to introduce? Are
1 you looking for a resolution from the Committee / for it to produce advice for the Premier? I note we have the hair matter afterwards so we have to keep it pretty tight. Toby
From: Tribal owners
Hi Toby. Whilst I haven’t read extensively the meeting papers for Thursday I assume you will discuss the issue of non Aboriginal people acting as the ones to speak for Country and as Aboriginal heritage experts in the case of Christine (Walker ) ? Thanks Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula-tind-jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61) 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office. (The Meeting Place. 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171).
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Document Ref: B537184 Aboriginal Affairs & Reconciliation GPO Box 2343 Adelaide SA 5001 19 March 2020 DX 56201 Tel 08 8226 8900 Fax 08 8226 8999 Mr Mark Koolmatrie www.dpc.sa.gov.au Original Southern South Australian Tribes Indigenous Corporation 13 Gillian Close NOARLUNGA DOWNS SA 5168
Dear Mr Koolmatrie
RE: Cancellation of Public Consultation Meeting – Wearing Street Aquatic and Arts Precinct Redevelopment Proposal
As you are very likely aware, on 15 March 2020, the Premier of South Australia declared a public health emergency in South Australia in relation to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Following that declaration, state and federal health authorities have advised and directed the cancellation or postponement of all non-essential public meetings.
In compliance with that advice, and in order to limit the spread of COVID-19, the public meeting proposed to discuss the Wearing Street Aquatic and Arts Precinct Redevelopment (Project) on 31 March 2020 at the Port Noarlunga Arts Centre is cancelled.
Section 13 of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1988 (SA) (Act) requires the Premier to take “all reasonable steps” to consult with relevant Aboriginal parties whenever there is an application for authorisation under the Act, as is the case with the Project. The Act does not though mandate public meetings, and Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation (AAR) considers it unreasonable to ask people to attend such a meeting in the midst of a public health emergency.
While no public meeting will be held, AAR will seek to directly contact key Traditional Owners with a known interest in the Project area to seek their submissions prior to the closure of the consultation period.
If you do not receive a telephone call from AAR, or would like to learn more about the Project and its potential impact upon Aboriginal heritage, or wish to lodge a submission about it, please call AAR on (08) 8226 8900, or write to:
Mr Alex van Wessem Principal Project Officer (Heritage) Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 Email: [email protected]
The information about the Project set out in the consultation information pack sent to you on 6 March 2020 remains unchanged. The pack is also available online at: dpc.sa.gov.au/heritage-applications.
THE CONSULTATION PERIOD REMAINS UNCHANGED, CLOSING AT 5:00 PM ON FRIDAY 17 APRIL 2020.
On behalf of the Premier, thank you for understanding why the planned consultation meeting cannot occur. I encourage all Aboriginal parties with an interest in the Project area to contact AAR and make a submission about the Project’s potential impacts upon Aboriginal heritage before the consultation closes.
Yours sincerely
Toby Forde Manager Aboriginal Heritage Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation
Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Sent: Wednesday, 25 March 2020 10:41 AM To: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Subject: RE: Ngarrindjeri Organisational Contacts
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Yes appreciate that, thanks, I did have that in mind as I’ve got this on file following discussion with Ellie
Cheers Matt
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I think you should call Mark and discuss it with him too. This matter arose during the conflict around the Stratland case, Mark said Ramidjeri have an interest and should have been consulted. Mark will be more responsive than NRA, but need to keep both informed. thanks
From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR)
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Thanks Toby – see if can find out anything more, I’ve now prepared a HCT Background Note on Clause 12(1) this morning. As a long standing issue will sort this (if COVID lets us…).
From: Forde, Toby (DPC‐AAR)
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From: Mark Koolmatrie
There needs to be new names. Call Clyde Rigney Senior or Jordan Sumner at Raukkan for details. I don’t know Clydes email but [email protected] would be able to help.
1 As communities are closing if there is anything I can do to support AARD or you, Nerida, Syd or Jill or any of the team please let me know. I believe Gerard closed today, Yalata yesterday and Raukkan has started a response. It’s going to take more than just closing their doors and gates it needs a response and that is going to take huge coordination. Remember I’m only a phone call away. Koomie.
The Tribal Expertise Facility
Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula‐tind‐jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61) 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office. (The Meeting Place. 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171).
On 24 Mar 2020, at 4:42 pm, Forde, Toby (DPC‐AAR)
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Hey Mark, any views or info on the below? Thanks, Toby
From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR)
Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation (AAR) is currently updating its contact records.
Could you please advise AAR of any changes to our records as below, particularly if there have been any changes to heritage contacts.
If there are any further requirements when contacting the Ngarrindjeri please let us know.
NGARRINDJERI HERITAGE COMMITTEE INC
Chairperson: Lawrie Rankine Snr Email: lClause 6(1) Mobile:
Contact Officer: Luke Trevorrow Telephone: Clause 6(1) Email: [email protected]
2 NGARRINDJERI REGIONAL AUTHORITY (to Morgan)
Chairperson: Derek Walker Postal Address: Ngarrindjeri Regional Authority 50 Princes Hwy (Old), Murray Bridge East South Australia 5253 Telephone: 08 8532 9000 Email: [email protected]
NGARRINDJERI REGIONAL AUTHORITY (to Salt Creek)
Chairperson: Eunice Aston Treasurer: Derek Walker Vice Chair: Clyde Rigney Senior Postal Address: Ngarrindjeri Regional Authority 50 Princes Hwy (Old), Murray Bridge East South Australia 5253 Telephone: 08 8532 9000 Email: [email protected]
Thanks for your assistance and stay safe in these times.
Kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
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From: Tribal owners
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From: Tribal owners
Thanks Matt. If we used something like the Rainstorm or something else is irrelevant it was more to show what we might have to do something like this including planting ground cover to stop the continuous uncovering. Yes 11:30 works well for me. I will send Clyde and Jordan a note to let them know as per my call today to Clyde I’m going there tomorrow. I’ve had enough of waiting on the other Ngarrindjeri to act and Clyde is keen to work with AARD as he requested Tobys email address today. It has been so heart wrenching that they keep getting exposed but hopefully this will come to a conclusion sooner than later. See you tomorrow. Mark.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula-tind-jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61) 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office. (The Meeting Place. 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171).
On 26 Mar 2020, at 3:29 pm, Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR)
From: Tribal owners
Hi Mark
Thanks for the tip regarding the wetting/stabilisation agent. I like your thinking here. I hadn't heard of this particular product. I noted this bit:
1 Rainstorm received an Earth Award for Outstanding Product Performance from the Civil Construction Federation of Australia for a project in the Pilbara in which we applied Gluon™ to sand dunes using helicopter applications (truck access was limited). Gluon™ is a versatile water-bound polymer emulsion which provides high performance veneering for sites requiring seed rehabilitation and planting. Utilise our expert application services, or we can provide site- specific application procedures and equipment is needed.
Generally speaking if TOs are happy for a chemical agent to go on top of coastal dune sand on top of the old people then this could be a good process for any agreed small area revegetation/hydromulching should this secondary process get approval/funds. I was trying to find the technical sheet to see what's in it.
I'll be picking up some gear at Netley first thing in the morning and able to meet you at the Clause 12(1) carpark around 11.30am. Does that work for you?
I'll have site information, GPS, camera, scales and shovels and sand buckets and pick up some gloves/disinfectant from work. Crown land vegetation is present but we will need to gather it on the surface so whatever is practical at this point.
Can you let me know if Clyde/Jordan/Ngarrindjeri have any concerns/happy for us to go ahead as I df just want to respect the process.
I'll have the work mobile with me tomorrow if any issues. kind regards
Matt
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From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Sent: Monday, 30 March 2020 2:23 PM To: 'Tribal owners' Cc: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Subject: RE: Thanks for today
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Hi Mark
Likewise, thanks for the kind words and for the privilege of working on country with you. It was a good day. I will be in touch regarding a conversation with Ramindjeri and Ngarrindjeri around a longer term, collaborative conservation plan. Having seen the landscape for the first time I have a feeling that the wider area contains more burials or could be a larger burial ground. This suggested by the site card maps. There is a second burial on the downslope from the carpark area which will also need to be monitored/revisited as part of the plan.
I’ll forward some information and images from Friday asap to you and Ngarrindjeri.
Kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
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From: Tribal owners
Hi Matt. Thanks for today your knowledge was most appreciated. I look forward to working closely with you to finalise the Clause 12(1) project and the future looks bright having you around. Talk soon. Mark Koolmatrie.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula-tind-jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61) 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office. (The Meeting Place. 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171).
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From: Mark Koolmatrie
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula-tind-jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61) 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office. (The Meeting Place. 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171).
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From: Clyde Rigney Clause 6(1) Date: 31 March 2020 at 8:42:41 pm ACDT To: Mark Koolmatrie
Hi Mark Thanks for the update. My email: Clause 6(1) for future reference and. communication. Regards Clyde
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On 31 Mar 2020, at 7:57 pm, Mark Koolmatrie
Hi Matt. I’m keen as you know to find a more permanent result for our old people’s estate. Please keep me informed especially when a link up may occur. To work alongside my fellow Ngarrindjeri also is a positive move. Thank you for the work you have done so far. Mark Koolmatrie.!
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula-tind-jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61) 0459371515 1 Available every Monday at our office. (The Meeting Place. 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171).
On 31 Mar 2020, at 6:49 pm, Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR)
Hi Jordan, Mark
The email for Clyde bounced so can you advise?
kind regards
Matt
Aboriginal Affairs
From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR) Sent: Tuesday, 31 March 2020 6:47 PM To: Mark Koolmatrie; Clause 6(1) [email protected] Cc: Forde, Toby (DPC‐AAR) Subject: Fw: Clause 12(1) skeletal remains ‐ Temporary conservation measure ‐ 27 March 2020
Hi All
Last Wednesday 25 March 2020, Ellie Simpson (Senior Forensic Scientist, SAPOL) contacted me as below to advise that the human remains at Aboriginal site Clause 12(1) had become exposed again. An urgent response was required.
Following Ellie's request I sought to contact both Ngarrindjeri and Ramindjeri TOs to arrange an urgent (temporary) conservation measure for the burial site. Mark then emailed Clyde and Jordan at Ngarrindjeri that he was able to assist in a separate email.
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Background
This burial site on coastal reserve (Crown land) was recorded in late February 2014 and the remains at that time were recovered from downslope and reburied with jute matting and locally sourced rocks by Michael Diplock (Heritage specialist) and Ngarrindjeri Heritage Officers. Short and longer term conservation of the site was again requested in 2015, 2016 and 2018 following SAPOL reports that the remains had become exposed.
The site is located in an actively eroding coastal landscape with considerable sand slip and greater susceptibility of site exposure following high wind and storm events. SAPOL were informed of the latest exposure by Corey Jackson (Coastal Watch) based at Yankalilla Council.
Temporary Conservation Measure
On Friday 27 March 2020 Mark Koolmatrie (Ramindjeri) and Matt Schlitz (Principal Heritage Officer, Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation) relocated Clause 12(1) Mark undertook a cleansing ceremony prior to entering the conservation reserve. The site was relocated and confirmed as the reported site in the Central Archive. Spatial recording of bone fragments which had moved downslope was undertaken. An immediate conservation zone was also spatially recorded for the Archive and a future conservation plan subject to consultation with TOs. Photographs of the existing condition of the site were taken and for each stage of the conservation process at the site. Mark Koolmatrie returned the remains to the main burial location. It was agreed that geotextile bags be placed at the western foot of the burial to arrest the rate of sand slip. Sand was then sourced from a sterile location away from the burial to minimise any site disturbance. Shell and crystal quartz and quartzite stone artefacts were observed downslope. The sand was applied over the entire burial with additional rocks to stabilize potential slippage. Dead brush and sand was then reaapplied over additional jute matting tied down by geotextile bags at the western and eastern ends of the burial orientation.
Ongoing Protection
The temporary measures applied last Friday will not last without a more permanent solution. The site will require additonal stabilisation to prevent another exposure event. AAR would like to develop a collaborative approach between Ngarrindjeri and Ramindjeri TOs, the Yankalilla
3 District Council (including Coast Care) and NRM to develop a longer term conservation stragey for the Clause 12(1) area. I contacted Derrick Simpson (General Inspector/Fire Prevention Officer, Yankalilla Council) today and I now have these contact details.
AAR wishes to assist you to resolve this ongoing matter and will strive to put a more permanent conservation measure in place for burial sites in this reserve. It is apparent that this area holds significant cultural values and there is the potential for further burials to become exposed. There are additional threats from campers and dogs in the reserve area that need to be managed.
Please let me know if you would like to receive the images and to meet to discuss the development of a conservation management plan. This can be via a teleconference given ongoing concerns with COVID‐19.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact me.
Kind regards and stay safe in these times
Matt Clause 6(1) (AAR Heritage Team Mobile)
Matt Schlitz
Principal Heritage Officer
Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation
Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.a u
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001
GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001
DX56201
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From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR) Sent: Wednesday, 25 March 2020 12:32 PM To: [email protected]; Clause 6(1) Mark Koolmatrie Cc: Toby Forde (DPC‐AAR) ([email protected]) Subject: FW: Clause 12(1) skeletal remains
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Hi All
Clyde – I left a message on your mobile Clause 6(1) (I hope this is still current?) regarding the Clause 12(1) burial as below. Mark, I also left a message with you. 5
I have taken up the Principal Heritage Officer position recently and would like to assist where possible to manage this ongoing issue.
I understand there are COVID matters that are pressing, however I wanted to get in touch with Ngarrindjeri and Ramindjeri to discuss a short term approach to managing these remains which appear to have become exposed again.
Happy to discuss and undertake a site visit (with any necessary COVID protocols) asap. AAR would like to know the best contacts for heritage matters within Ngarrindjeri. Have these contacts changed recently?
Kind regards and stay safe in these times,
Matt
Clause 6(1) (Heritage Team Mobile)
Matt Schlitz
Principal Heritage Officer
Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation
Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001
6 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001
DX56201
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From: Simpson, Ellie (AGD)
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Good morning Matt, I hope all is well for you at work and at home.
Yesterday I was notified by SAPOL that human skeletal remains were located by members of the public at Clause 12(1) .
I examined a photograph of the remains and was able to confirm that it is the same skeleton that was first discovered in 2015, and due to insufficient conservation efforts, has since been reported to me in 2016, 2018 and 2019. This is now the fifth report I have received.
Police indicated to me that the people finding the bones were quite distressed by the discovery.
Is it possible for you to engage with the Traditional Owners to further protect and conserve these bones? At present the skull is sitting on top of a pile of rocks with other bones scattered around it. Looking at the more recent photographs it does appear to me that the bones are becoming damaged by the exposure to the weather (and possibly human interference).
Thanks and kind regards, Ellie
Ellie Simpson, PhD, FFSc (RCPA)
Senior Forensic Anthropologist
Forensic Science SA
21 Divett Place, Adelaide 5000 / GPO Box 2790, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel. (08) 822-67700 | Fax (08) 8226-7766 [email protected] or [email protected]
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From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Thursday, 2 April 2020 2:44 PM To: 'Tribal owners' Subject: RE: Aboriginal Ombudsman
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Hi Mark, thanks for this, will keep a lookout. Sorry to miss your call, was in a video conference. Just went into town for my flu vaccination – the city was weird and quiet.
Thanks for referring Clyde Rigney Sr to me. We have had some good discussions already. He wants NAC to apply to be a RARB. I explained that would mean representing TOs outside of his PBC, such as Ramindjeri. He seemed to get that concept immediately and was happy with the inclusive TO focus over exclusive PBC focus. It augurs well for southern heritage.
Cheers Toby
From: Tribal owners
Hi Tony. FYI Next week there will an article coming out in Fairfax asking for an independent Aboriginal Ombudsman for SA due to the high levels of alleged corruption and their disgruntled communities seeking action. It comes on the back of two communities now under special administration and a waiting list of 3-4 body corporates about to be. If I more I will let you know. Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula-tind-jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61) 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office. (The Meeting Place. 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171).
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From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Tuesday, 7 April 2020 12:32 PM To: 'Tribal owners' Subject: RE: 1st article
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Thanks Mark
From: Tribal owners
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula-tind-jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61) 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office. (The Meeting Place. 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171).
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From: Mark Koolmatrie
Yes I authorise as a true and accurate account. I would ask as well that whilst Covid-19 restrictions are in place that if this project happens in such time as restrictions occurring, that the use of all and any Aboriginal involvement is restricted to a small number of no more than 3 person machine and workplace and the 1 1/2 metre perimeter is enforced between monitors. Whilst we understand the need for progress in the event of project occurring prior to lifting of Covid-19 restrictions that all measures are taken to ensure the health safety in particular of all vulnerable Aboriginal people are taken into account. Thanks Mark.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula-tind-jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61) 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office. (The Meeting Place. 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171).
On 16 Apr 2020, at 12:47 pm, Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC-AAR)
Hi Mark,
Thank you for speaking to me yesterday regarding the City of Onkaparinga's Wearing Street Aquatic and Arts Precinct Redevelopment Project.
As discussed, I have recorded your verbal submission and now provide it below in DRAFT form for your review and approval. If you have any questions, comments, suggested additions or amendments in relation to the below text, please let me know by 5:00 pm tomorrow (Friday 17 April 2020).
1 Start of Submission:
Mr Mark Koolmatrie advised that his submission was provided in his capacity as Chairperson of the Original Southern South Australian Tribes Indigenous Corporation (OSSATIC).
Mr Koolmatrie advised that he supported the authorisations being granted to the applicant, on the proviso that it is willing to consult with interested Aboriginal parties in an ongoing capacity. Conversely, Mr Koolmatrie added that if the applicant is not willing to consult with interested Aboriginal parties in an ongoing capacity, then the authorisations should not be granted.
Mr Koolmatrie noted that while the applicant has previously worked with Kaurna, it should be mindful that there are other groups beyond Kaurna that have an interest in the area. The applicant, in Mr Koolmatrie’s view, should be inclusive rather than exclusive. He noted that OSSATIC members wish to be involved in any work that occur in the application area, in terms of heritage management or other employment opportunities.
Further, Mr Koolmatrie noted that Kaurna should be aware that there are other people outside of its own small cohort of people.
Mr Koolmatrie made reference to the Clause 12(1) burial recovery project in 2011 where the Kaurna and Ramindjeri groups worked in close proximity to one another. In his view, this showed state government’s acknowledgement that both groups have a ‘shared history’ in the area. Mr Koolmatrie also noted that the application area is close to the Clause 12(1) burial site, and that while there would unlikely be ancestral remains found within the application area, artefacts may be present. The proximity to theClause 12(1) burial site indicates that Aboriginal people were occupying and using the area, and that the area is significant.
Mr Koolmatrie recommended that the applicant should implement strategies to ensure that any disturbance to heritage is minimised. He was also supportive of the applicant's willingness to adhere to AAR’s Aboriginal Heritage Discovery Protocols. In addition, he also supported AAR’s proposal to require the applicant’s staff and contractors to attend a legislative awareness session prior to the works commencing.
On the topic of the Clause 12(1) anthropological site, Mr Koolmatrie advised that it is a Kaurna women’s site. He therefore asked whether involvement in the
2 monitoring works associated with the project should be restricted to women only. Mr Koolmatrie noted that if it is Kaurna’s preference that the monitoring work should only be undertaken by women, OSSATIC would be supportive of this.
End of Submission
I look forward to receiving your feedback on the accuracy of the above. Don't hesitate to call if you would like to discuss.
Kindest regards,
Alex
Alex van Wessem
Principal Project Officer (Heritage)
Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation
Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (08) 8303 0739 | E [email protected]
3 Group/Organisation ORIGINAL SOUTHERN SOUTH AUSTRALIAN TRIBES INDIGENOUS CORPORATION (Ramindjeri) Submitter(s) Mr Mark Koolmatrie Submitter Position/Status Chairperson of OSSATIC Date of Submission 15.04.20 Method of Submission Telephone
Mr Mark Koolmatrie advised that his submission was provided in his capacity as Chairperson of the Original Southern South Australian Tribes Indigenous Corporation (OSSATIC).
Mr Koolmatrie advised that he supported the authorisations being granted to the applicant, on the proviso that it is willing to consult with interested Aboriginal parties in an ongoing capacity. Conversely, Mr Koolmatrie added that if the applicant is not willing to consult with interested Aboriginal parties in an ongoing capacity, then the authorisations should not be granted.
Mr Koolmatrie noted that while the applicant has previously worked with Kaurna, it should be mindful that there are other groups beyond Kaurna that have an interest in the area. The applicant, in Mr Koolmatrie’s view, should be inclusive rather than exclusive. He noted that OSSATIC members wish to be involved in any work that occur in the application area, in terms of heritage management or other employment opportunities.
Further, Mr Koolmatrie noted that Kaurna should be aware that there are other people outside of its own small cohort of people.
Mr Koolmatrie made reference to the Clause 12(1) burial recovery project in 2011 where the Kaurna and Ramindjeri groups worked in proximity to one another. In his view, this showed state government’s acknowledgement that both groups have a ‘shared history’ in the area. Mr Koolmatrie also noted that the application area is close to the Clause 12(1) l burial site, and that while there would unlikely be ancestral remains found within the application area, artefacts may be present. The proximity to the Clause 12(1) burial site indicates that Aboriginal people were occupying and using the area, and that the area is significant.
Mr Koolmatrie recommended that the applicant should implement strategies to ensure that any disturbance to heritage is minimised. He was also supportive of the applicant's willingness to adhere to AAR’s Aboriginal Heritage Discovery Protocols. In addition, he also supported AAR’s proposal to require the applicant’s staff and contractors to attend a legislative awareness session prior to the works commencing.
On the topic of the Clause 12(1) ) anthropological site, Mr Koolmatrie advised that it is a Kaurna women’s site. He therefore asked whether involvement in the monitoring works associated with the project should be restricted to women only. Mr Koolmatrie noted that if it is Kaurna’s preference that the monitoring work should only be undertaken by women, OSSATIC would be supportive of this.
Mr Koolmatrie subsequently provided the following email on 16 April 2020 to Principal Project Officer (Heritage), Mr Alex van Wessem DPC-AAR:
Mr Koolmatrie noted that the submission was a true and accurate account and, he asked to add a further point around Covid-19. He asked that if the Covid-19 restrictions are still in place during the project works, that Aboriginal involvement be restricted to a small number of people within the vicinity (no more than 3 persons) and that the 1.5 metre distancing is enforced between monitors. This is to ensure the health and safety of work personnel, in particular, Aboriginal people who are more vulnerable to the disease.
South Australian HERITAGE COUNCIL DEW-D0008048 20/04/2020
Mr Sydney Sparrow Chairperson State Aboriginal Heritage Committee C/- [email protected]
Dear Sydney
Heritage Tourism Strategy update
Thank you for the opportunity to present to the State Aboriginal Heritage Committee on the development of a Heritage Tourism Strategy and Action Plan for South Australia. We value the contribution the Committee is making to this project via the representation of Mr Mark Koolmatrie on the Heritage Tourism Alliance.
In the presentation we provided an overview of the outcomes of the first round of stakeholder engagement to inform development of the strategy and action plan. Enclosed is a copy of the Engagement Report which provides a more detailed summary of the outcomes.
The Heritage Tourism Alliance is progressing the development of a draft action plan to support implementation of the Heritage Tourism Strategy. It is proposed that a specific action within the plan articulate the need for further engagement with Aboriginal people, communities and stakeholders to better understand and identify how Aboriginal heritage tourism ambitions can be realised and supported. As the State Aboriginal Heritage Committee is a key partner in growing heritage tourism, we would seek to work collaboratively with the Committee in implementing this action.
Once available, a copy of the draft strategy and action plan will be provided to the Committee for feedback and endorsement, or otherwise, of actions related to the development of Aboriginal heritage tourism in South Australia. This request for feedback will form part of a second round of engagement to be undertaken before the strategy and action plan is finalised for release by the Minister.
During our presentation, it was raised by your Committee that an important step towards progressing heritage in South Australia would be the inclusion of an Aboriginal heritage representative on the South Australian Heritage Council (the Council). As you may be aware the Council is appointed by the Minister for Environment and Water via a
81-95 Waymouth Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000 P: +61 8 8226 2127 E: [email protected] GPO Box 1047, Adelaide SA 5001, Australia W: www.environment.sa.gov.au/heritage
2 nomination process. The current Council membership is appointed until 1 April 2021. Given this, I would expect an advertisement to be placed toward the end of this year seeking new nominations. Heritage South Australia will advise the Committee via Toby Forde and Jill Walsh when nominations open.
Please feel free to ring me to discuss any of the above on 0417 834 172.
I hope you are staying well in this challenging time we are having due to the coronavirus. Hopefully some normality can be restored to our lives soon.
Yours sincerely
Keith Conlon
Chair, South Australian Heritage Council
Chair, Heritage Tourism Alliance
Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
Clause 6(1) From: Mark koolmatrie Sent: Tuesday, 5 May 2020 12:18 PM To: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Cc: Chester, John (ALT); Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR); Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC-AAR); Nuijten, Alexander (DPC-AAR) Clause 12(1) Subject: Re:
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Thanks looking forward to working with AARD and ALT. Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
On 5 May 2020, at 12:06 pm, Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR)
Hi Mark
Thankyou for your email of 4 May regarding the registration of Clause 12(1) on leased Aboriginal Lands Trust (ALT) land.
The Heritage Information Team advise that there is a registered archaeological site called Clause 12(1) in the area described.
The site in the Central Archive is recorded as Clause 12(1)
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Please note that Clause 12(1) was listed in the Heritage Conservation Team action plan following a meeting with John Chester in early March 2020 to discuss ALT heritage site matters statewide.
Be assured that we will be back in touch as soon as AAR is in a position to reassess the site.
Kind regards
Matt
Principal Heritage Officer
AAR
From: Mark KoolmatrieClause 6(1) Sent: Monday, 4 May 2020 12:21 PM To: Forde, Toby (DPC‐AAR)
Please see attached. Thanks Mark.
2 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Sent: Tuesday, 5 May 2020 12:07 PM Clause 6(1) To: Chester, John (ALT) Cc: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR); Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC-AAR); Nuijten, Alexander (DPC-AAR) Clause 12(1) Subject: Re:
Hi Mark
Thankyou for your email of 4 May regarding the registration of Clause 12(1) on leased Aboriginal Lands Trust (ALT) land.
The Heritage Information Team advise that there is a registered archaeological site called Clause 12(1) in the area described.
The site in the Central Archive is recorded as Clause 12(1)
Please note that Clause 12(1) was listed in the Heritage Conservation Team action plan following a meeting with John Chester in early March 2020 to discuss ALT heritage site matters statewide.
Be assured that we will be back in touch as soon as AAR is in a position to reassess the site.
Kind regards
Matt Principal Heritage Officer AAR
From: Mark Koolmatrie Clause 6(1) Sent: Monday, 4 May 2020 12:21 PM To: Forde, Toby (DPC‐AAR)
Please see attached. Thanks Mark.
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Tribal owners
List of people.
Hi Alex. I’ve heard back from a few other people. Joseph Koolmatrie Junior prefers a different address as seen here and I’m not sure of Leon Dodd house number but will text through to you. Thanks Mark
1. Colin Koolmatrie Clause 6(1) 2. Caitlin Koolmatrie Clause 6(1) 3. Abagail Koolmatrie Clause 6(1) 4. Joseph Koolmatrie (Junior) Clause 6(1) 5. Darryl Koolmatrie Clause 6(1) 6. Isobel KoolmatrieClause 6(1) 7. Nita McAdam Clause 6(1) 8. Lindsay WatsonClause 6(1) 9. Leon Dodd Clause 6(1) 10. Natasha Karpany Clause 6(1) 11. Fred Gollan Clause 6(1)
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1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Sent: Thursday, 14 May 2020 11:59 AM To: Clause 6(1) [email protected] Clause 12(1) Subject: Fw: skeletal remains - Site Conservation Planning
Dear Clyde and Mark
AAR wishes to assist Ngarrindjeri and Ramindjeri to put a more permanent conservation measure in place for the burial sites at Clause 12(1)
What days/times are best for you next week for a Webex/Teams videoconference to discuss the conservation approach to this significant place?
If you have any concerns or queries please let me know.
Kind regards
Matt
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The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: http://kula‐tind‐jeri.com/about/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61) 0459371515 Available every Monday at our office. (The Meeting Place. 162 Main Road,McLaren Vale SA 5171).
Begin forwarded message: Clause 6(1) From: Clyde Rigney Date: 31 March 2020 at 8:42:41 pm ACDT To: Mark Koolmatrie
Hi Mark Thanks for the update. My email:Clause 6(1) for future reference and. communication. Regards Clyde
Sent from my iPhone
On 31 Mar 2020, at 7:57 pm, Mark Koolmatrie
Hi Matt. I’m keen as you know to find a more permanent result for our old people’s estate. Please keep me informed especially when a link up may occur. To work alongside my fellow Ngarrindjeri also is a positive move. Thank you for the work you have done so far. Mark Koolmatrie.!
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On 31 Mar 2020, at 6:49 pm, Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR)
Hi Jordan, Mark
The email for Clyde bounced so can you advise?
kind regards
Matt Aboriginal Affairs
From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR)
Sent: Tuesday, 31 MarClause 6(1) To: Mark Koolmatrie; [email protected] Cc: Forde, Toby (DPC‐AAR) Subject: Fw: Clause 12(1) skeletal remains ‐ Temporary conservation measure ‐ 27 March 2020
Hi All
Last Wednesday 25 March 2020, Ellie Simpson (Senior Forensic Scientist, SAPOL) contacted me as below to advise that the human remains at Aboriginal site Clause 12(1) had become exposed again. An urgent response was required.
Following Ellie's request I sought to contact both Ngarrindjeri and Ramindjeri TOs to arrange an urgent (temporary) conservation measure for the burial site. Mark then emailed Clyde and Jordan at Ngarrindjeri that he was able to assist in a separate email.
Background
This burial site on coastal reserve (Crown land) was recorded in late February 2014 and the remains at that time were recovered from downslope and reburied with jute matting and locally sourced rocks by Michael Diplock (Heritage specialist) and Ngarrindjeri Heritage Officers. Short and longer term conservation of the site was again requested in 2015, 2016 and 2018 following SAPOL reports that the remains had become exposed.
The site is located in an actively eroding coastal landscape with considerable sand slip and greater susceptibility of site 3 exposure following high wind and storm events. SAPOL were informed of the latest exposure by Corey Jackson (Coastal Watch) based at Yankalilla Council.
Temporary Conservation Measure
On Friday 27 March 2020 Mark Koolmatrie (Ramindjeri) and Matt Schlitz (Principal Heritage Officer, Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation) relocatedClause 12(1) . Mark undertook a cleansing ceremony prior to entering the conservation reserve. The site was relocated and confirmed as the reported site in the Central Archive. Spatial recording of bone fragments which had moved downslope was undertaken. An immediate conservation zone was also spatially recorded for the Archive and a future conservation plan subject to consultation with TOs. Photographs of the existing condition of the site were taken and for each stage of the conservation process at the site. Mark Koolmatrie returned the remains to the main burial location. It was agreed that geotextile bags be placed at the western foot of the burial to arrest the rate of sand slip. Sand was then sourced from a sterile location away from the burial to minimise any site disturbance. Shell and crystal quartz and quartzite stone artefacts were observed downslope. The sand was applied over the entire burial with additional rocks to stabilize potential slippage. Dead brush and sand was then reaapplied over additional jute matting tied down by geotextile bags at the western and eastern ends of the burial orientation.
Ongoing Protection
The temporary measures applied last Friday will not last without a more permanent solution. The site will require additonal stabilisation to prevent another exposure event. AAR would like to develop a collaborative approach between Ngarrindjeri and Ramindjeri TOs, the Yankalilla District Council (including Coast Care) and NRM to develop a longer term conservation stragey for the Clause 12(1) area. I contacted Derrick Simpson (General Inspector/Fire Prevention Officer, Yankalilla Council) today and I now have these contact details.
AAR wishes to assist you to resolve this ongoing matter and will strive to put a more permanent conservation measure in place for burial sites in this reserve. It is apparent that this area holds significant cultural values and there is the potential for further burials to become exposed. There are additional threats from campers and dogs in the reserve area that need to be managed.
4 Please let me know if you would like to receive the images and to meet to discuss the development of a conservation management plan. This can be via a teleconference given ongoing concerns with COVID‐19.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact me.
Kind regards and stay safe in these times
Matt Clause 6(1) (AAR Heritage Team Mobile)
Matt Schlitz
Principal Heritage Officer
Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation
Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.a u
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001
GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001
DX56201
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From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR) Sent: Wednesday, 25 March 2020 12:32 PM Clause 6(1) To: [email protected]; Mark Koolmatrie Cc: Toby Forde (DPC‐AAR) ([email protected]) Subject: FW:Clause 12(1) skeletal remains
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Hi All
Clyde – I left a message on your mobile Clause 6(1) (I hope this is still current?) regarding the Clause 12(1) burial as below. Mark, I also left a message with you.
I have taken up the Principal Heritage Officer position recently and would like to assist where possible to manage this ongoing issue.
I understand there are COVID matters that are pressing, however I wanted to get in touch with Ngarrindjeri and Ramindjeri to discuss a short term approach to managing these remains which appear to have become exposed again.
6 Happy to discuss and undertake a site visit (with any necessary COVID protocols) asap. AAR would like to know the best contacts for heritage matters within Ngarrindjeri. Have these contacts changed recently?
Kind regards and stay safe in these times,
Matt
Clause 6(1) (Heritage Team Mobile)
Matt Schlitz
Principal Heritage Officer
Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation
Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001
GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001
DX56201
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From: Simpson, Ellie (AGD)
Good morning Matt, I hope all is well for you at work and at home.
Yesterday I was notified by SAPOL that human skeletal remains were located by members of the public at Clause 12(1) .
8 I examined a photograph of the remains and was able to confirm that it is the same skeleton that was first discovered in 2015, and due to insufficient conservation efforts, has since been reported to me in 2016, 2018 and 2019. This is now the fifth report I have received.
Police indicated to me that the people finding the bones were quite distressed by the discovery.
Is it possible for you to engage with the Traditional Owners to further protect and conserve these bones? At present the skull is sitting on top of a pile of rocks with other bones scattered around it. Looking at the more recent photographs it does appear to me that the bones are becoming damaged by the exposure to the weather (and possibly human interference).
Thanks and kind regards, Ellie
Ellie Simpson, PhD, FFSc (RCPA)
Senior Forensic Anthropologist
Forensic Science SA
21 Divett Place, Adelaide 5000 / GPO Box 2790, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel. (08) 822-67700 | Fax (08) 8226-7766 [email protected] or [email protected]
My current days at work are Mon-Thurs
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From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Monday, 18 May 2020 5:36 PM To: Saunders, Nerida (DPC-AAR); Yeeles, Richard (DPC) Subject: RE: Tribal owners concern about ramindjeri
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Nerida / Richard I have sought legal advice on this matter from the CSO. When it comes back we will be able to advise Mark further. Regards Toby
From: Saunders, Nerida (DPC‐AAR)
Hi Toby,
Can you provide me with a response to below request please.
Happy to discuss.
Nerida Saunders
Executive Director
Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation
Department for the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 83030749 | M+Clause 6(1)
[email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, Wakefield House , 30 Wakefield Street,
Adelaide SA 5000
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From: "Yeeles, Richard (DPC)"
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Nerida
The Premier has received the attached letter from Mark Koolmatrie questioning the right of a person to speak for Ramindjeri heritage.
I would appreciate advice from DPC‐AAR on an answer to the matter Mark is raising which refers to provisions of the Aboriginal Heritage Act.
Thanks
Richard
2 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Sent: Tuesday, 19 May 2020 2:53 PM To: Mark Koolmatrie; Michael Diplock Subject: Fw: todays meeting Clause 12(1) Attachments: Revised funding proposal - .pdf
Hi Mark and Michael
Good to discuss a way forward for Clause 12(1) today.
Mark, the past plan is attached.
Kind regards
Matt
From: Michael Diplock
Hi Matt, Candice will be an apology at todays meeting. I’ve attached an old 2015 remedial plan that we put to AMLNRM. Its mainly to show our thinking at the time in terms of protection of the Old People at Clause 12(1) . Regards Michael
Program Coordinator Ngarrindjeri Land and Progress Assoc. Inc. Working on Ruwe (Country) Program Meningie SA 5264 M: Clause 6(1) Ph: 85751332
Note: I work Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Mark Koolmatrie
Thanks Matt and Michael. Once it’s sorted Michael I can come to Raukkan, Meningie or Murray Bridge to discuss our next move. Thanks Mark Koolmatrie 0459371515
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On 19 May 2020, at 2:53 pm, Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR)
Hi Mark and Michael
Good to discuss a way forward for Clause 12(1) today.
Mark, the past plan is attached.
Kind regards
Matt
From: Michael Diplock
1 To: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR); Candice Love Subject: todays meeting
Hi Matt,
Candice will be an apology at todays meeting.
I’ve attached an old 2015 remedial plan that we put to AMLNRM.
Its mainly to show our thinking at the time in terms of protection of the Old People at Clause 12(1)
Regards
Michael
Program Coordinator
Ngarrindjeri Land and Progress Assoc. Inc.
Working on Ruwe (Country) Program
Meningie SA 5264
Clause 6(1)
Ph: 85751332
Note: I work Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
2 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Tribal owners
Names and numbers for AARD
Darryl Koolmatrie Clause 6(1) Nita McAdam Clause 6(1) Joe Koolmatrie Clause 6(1) Lindsay Watson Clause 6(1) 5 Colin Koolmatrie Clause 6(1) Steven Willis Clause 6(1) Natasha Karpany Clause 6(1) Leon Dodd Clause 6(1) Isobel Koolmatrie Clause 6(1) Caitlin Koolmatrie Clause 6(1)
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Mark Koolmatrie
Yes that is a fair and accurate representation of what I said. Thanks Mark Koolmatrie
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
On 26 May 2020, at 3:59 pm, Kapiris, Peter (DPC-AAR)
Hi Mark
It was great to introduce myself to you this afternoon and to discuss DPTI’s Granite Island Causeway Revitalisation Project. As discussed, I have recorded your verbal submission and provide it below in DRAFT form for your review and approval. If you have any questions, comments, suggested additions or amendments in relation to the below text, please let me know.
I also note your previous comment for the Wearing Street project regarding social distancing between heritage monitors as a result of COVID-19. While we didn’t discuss this point in our conversation, would you like to make reference to it in your submission? Please let me know.
I have also left voice messages for some of the people you suggested we should call and, I will try calling them again later in the week, if I don’t hear from them sooner.
Start of Submission:
1 Mr Mark Koolmatrie, Chairperson of the Original Southern South Australian Tribes Indigenous Corporation (OSSATIC), advised that he is in favour of progress and recognises the dangers of the current causeway. He supports the project, on the proviso that Ramindjeri people are part of the entire project. Mr Koolmatrie added that if the Applicant is not willing to engage the Ramindjeri people, then the authorisations should not be granted.
Mr Mark Koolmatrie participated in the IHC heritage survey walk in February 2020 and advises that his position as set out in that report remains unchanged. In particular, Ramindjeri people should be involved in any future work to be carried out on the causeway, including construction employment opportunities, consultation on revegetation and design elements and, to be involved in all further consultation relating to heritage management on the island.
Mr Koolmatrie emphasised the importance of having Ramindjeri monitors for all ground and seafloor disturbing works, but also for structural elements going into the sea, such as pylons. This is because there will be obstruction to sea and marine life, particularly whales which are sacred in Ramindjeri culture, and also dolphins which come into the bay.
Should the authorisations sought be granted to the Applicant? Why or why not?
Yes, provided that the Applicant meets the conditions set out below.
If the authorisations are granted, what conditions, if any, should be imposed on them?
Mr Koolmatrie would like the following conditions imposed on the authorisations, if granted:
The Applicant to comply with AAR’s Aboriginal Heritage Discovery Protocols The Applicant to ensure all project personnel participate in cultural and legislative training delivered by AAR Ramindjeri heritage monitors to be present for all ground and seafloor disturbing works (including pile driving into Encounter Bay) Ramindjeri people to be included in construction employment opportunities on the project Ramindjeri to be involved throughout the entire project (i.e. employment/monitoring/new causeway design/signage/heritage management/further consultation held by the Applicant)
Are there any other matters that the Premier should be aware of when considering the application?
The Premier should be made aware that Granite Island is extremely significant for Ramindjeri people as it is part of the Nurunderi Dreaming Story which connects all the tribes in the region from the Granites at Kingston (Meintank people) right down through Kangaroo Island.
2 If the Ramindjeri people are not involved in the entire project then it is Ramindjeri's position that the authorisations should not be granted.
End of Submission
I look forward to receiving your feedback on the accuracy of the above. Please don’t hesitate to call me if you would like to discuss further.
Kind regards,
Peter
Peter Kapiris Senior Project Officer (Heritage) Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (08) 8303 0742 | E [email protected]
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Submission # S05 Group/Organisation Original Southern South Australian Tribes Indigenous Corporation Submitter(s) Mr Mark Koolmatrie Submitter Position/Status Chairperson Date of Submission 26.5.20 Method of Submission Telephone (confirmed by email 26.5.20)
Formal submission:
Mr Mark Koolmatrie, Chairperson of the Original Southern South Australian Tribes Indigenous Corporation (OSSATIC), advised that he is in favour of progress and recognises the dangers of the current causeway. He supports the project, on the proviso that Ramindjeri people are part of the entire project. Mr Koolmatrie added that if the Applicant is not willing to engage the Ramindjeri people, then the authorisations should not be granted.
Mr Mark Koolmatrie participated in the IHC heritage survey walk in February 2020 and advises that his position as set out in that report remains unchanged. In particular, Ramindjeri people should be involved in any future work to be carried out on the causeway, including construction employment opportunities, consultation on revegetation and design elements and, to be involved in all further consultation relating to heritage management on the island.
Mr Koolmatrie emphasised the importance of having Ramindjeri monitors for all ground and seafloor disturbing works, but also for structural elements going into the sea, such as pylons. This is because there will be obstruction to sea and marine life, particularly whales which are sacred in Ramindjeri culture, and also dolphins which come into the bay.
Should the authorisations sought be granted to the Applicant? Why or why not? Yes, provided that the Applicant meets the conditions set out below.
If the authorisations are granted, what conditions, if any, should be imposed on them? Mr Koolmatrie would like the following conditions imposed on the authorisations, if granted: The Applicant to comply with AAR’s Aboriginal Heritage Discovery Protocols x The Applicant to ensure all project personnel participate in cultural and legislative training delivered by AAR x Ramindjeri heritage monitors to be present for all ground and seafloor disturbing works (including pile driving into Encounter Bay) x Ramindjeri people to be included in construction employment opportunities on the project x Ramindjeri to be involved throughout the entire project (i.e. employment/monitoring/new causeway design/signage/heritage management/further consultation held by the Applicant)
Are there any other matters that the Premier should be aware of when considering the application? x The Premier should be made aware that Granite Island is extremely significant for Ramindjeri people as it is part of the Nurunderi Dreaming Story which connects all the tribes in the region from the Granites at Kingston (Meintank people) right down through Kangaroo Island. x If the Ramindjeri people are not involved in the entire project then it is Ramindjeri's position that the authorisations should not be granted.
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Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Wednesday, 3 June 2020 11:00 AM To: 'Tribal owners' Subject: RE: Any advice back yet
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Nothing yet sorry, Mark. Will let you know as soon as we do. Toby
From: Tribal owners
Hi Toby. Just wondering if any advice has come back as yet re Christine etc as we have a job coming up that includes her in two weeks time? Thanks Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Tribal owners
Yes please can you send through to me. Thanks
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
On 3 Jun 2020, at 1:47 pm, Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR)
Hi Mark
Thanks for letting me know about the progress here, appreciate that. I hadn't heard from Michael or Candice at this stage.
Clause AAR is committed to collaborating on a longer term solution to conservation at 12(1) . Derrick at Yankalilla District Council has supplied some photos of the current status of the works as we discussed. Our temporary work has held somewhat but Winter is likely to undo it.
Do you and NAC wish to receive those images and any other conservation information from AAR at this point?
I'll get in touch with you and the NAC heritage team after the 19th.
kind regards
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Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W [dpc.sa.gov.au] dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX56201
From: Tribal owners
Hi Matt. Unsure if Ngarrindjeri have told you but we are meeting on 19/6/20 to discuss Clause 12(1) and how we move on together with this important and urgent project. I hope that a proposal can be generated on the day and put to yourself and AARD. Thanks Mark.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
2 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Sent: Thursday, 4 June 2020 4:05 PM Clause 6(1) To: 'Tribal owners'; '; 'Michael Diplock' Cc: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Clause 12(1) Subject: RE: Ngarrindjeri meeting - - 19 June 2020 Attachments: Burial site 4 May 2020_1.JPG; Burial site 11 May 2020_1.jpg; Burial site 20 May 2020 _1.jpg
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Hi Mark, Candice, Michael
Derrick Simpson (Yankalilla DC) has supplied these images since late March following the temporary work.
This exposure has happened over 5‐8 weeks.
Good to hear about the meeting outcome on the 19th
Kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX56201
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet acknowledges and respects Aboriginal people as the state’s first people and nations, and recognises Aboriginal people as traditional owners and occupants of South Australian land and waters.
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From: Tribal owners
Yes please can you send through to me. Thanks
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
On 3 Jun 2020, at 1:47 pm, Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR)
Hi Mark
Thanks for letting me know about the progress here, appreciate that. I hadn't heard from Michael or Candice at this stage.
Clause AAR is committed to collaborating on a longer term solution to conservation at 12(1) . Derrick at Yankalilla District Council has supplied some photos of the current status of the works as we discussed. Our temporary work has held somewhat but Winter is likely to undo it.
Do you and NAC wish to receive those images and any other conservation information from AAR at this point?
I'll get in touch with you and the NAC heritage team after the 19th.
2 kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W [dpc.sa.gov.au] dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX56201
From: Tribal owners
Hi Matt. Unsure if Ngarrindjeri have told you but we are meeting on 19/6/20 to discuss Clause 12(1) and how we move on together with this important and urgent project. I hope that a proposal can be generated on the day and put to yourself and AARD. Thanks Mark.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
3 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Monday, 15 June 2020 10:17 AM To: 'Tribal owners' Subject: RE: Possible press
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Noted, thanks Koomie, will keep an eye out. Cheers, Toby
From: Tribal owners
Hey Toby. The Aboriginal Reform Group has stepped up their push for change in our communities.
There is a possibility of interstate print media occurring over the next couple of weeks that will ask for a royal commission, an independent ombudsman and an enquiry into some of our communities or a combination of all 3. (I too want the story of how a white woman is speaking as a traditional owner here in South Australia and this may occur he said but he has to get his head around why this has happened and more so why it is continuing).
Like many journalists they either take up a story and run with it or wait and then wait some more so I’m not sure if it will happen. I was interviewed yesterday so there is a possibility. (He told me that he was contacting other prominent leaders around our state for comment yesterday and today and then will ask The Premier for comment).
If I do hear if they will run a story I will keep you in the loop as I don’t want you to be blindsided. Thanks Mark.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
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From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Sent: Tuesday, 23 June 2020 5:48 PM To: Tribal owners Cc: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR); Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC-AAR) Subject: Re: Meeting with Ngarrindjeri
Hi Mark
Thanks for the meeting update, appreciated.
I'll forward the latest image of the burial from Derrick Simpson who is kindly monitoring the site during the winter months. kind regards
Matt
From: Tribal owners
Hi Matt. Just to update you. Today I met with Ngarrindjeri to discuss many issues one being Clause 12(1) . You will get a proposal soon and then we will all work together with AARD and other parties to find a solution. Thanks Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0‐ 459371515
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From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Sent: Wednesday, 24 June 2020 9:16 AM To: Alexander Van Wessem (DPC-AAR) ([email protected]); Furniss, Danielle (DPC-AAR); Langeberg, Perry (DPC-AAR); Alexander Nuijten (DPC-AAR) ([email protected]); Walsh, Jill (DPC-AAR) Cc: Toby Forde (DPC-AAR) ([email protected]) Clause 12(1) Subject: FW: Ngarrindjeri meeting - - 19 June 2020
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Hi All
Fyi regarding site conservation at Clause 12(1)
I’ll keep you posted on any opportunity for survey. May need 1‐2 other staff alongside the R and N representatives.
Main issue at this point is the funding for survey and longer term site conservation (reveg) works.
More discussions with N and R, DEW Council to follow
Kind regards
Matt
From: Michael Diplock
Hi Matt, As discussed, an update from our meeting today.
Uncle Clyde, Mark, Candice and I met today to discuss the situation at Clause 12(1)
As we are all keenly aware, the issues we are facing at Clause 12(1) go back several decades or longer. To date, a significant amount of resources and effort have unsuccessfully been used in trying to resolve these issues. More importantly, the state of the burials continues to cause needless distress to Community.
Both Mark and NAC agree that first, a survey of the whole of the dune area needs to be carried out to understand the nature and extent of the problems. As a result of the survey, recommendations on remedial actions will then be put to AAR.
Can you please indicate whether AAR has the capacity to provide funding for the survey (and some staff to help) as well as for potential remedial actions? Regarding funding, we believe various other interested parties such as Yankalilla Council etc need to be approached for a contribution to this project.
We’re all looking forward to moving forward on this in a collaborative and productive approach.
1 Regards Michael
Program Coordinator Ngarrindjeri Land and Progress Assoc. Inc. Working on Ruwe (Country) Program Meningie SA 5264 M: Clause 6(1) Ph: 85751332
Note: I work Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR)
For Official Use Only
Hi Mark, Candice, Michael
Derrick Simpson (Yankalilla DC) has supplied these images since late March following the temporary work.
This exposure has happened over 5‐8 weeks.
Good to hear about the meeting outcome on the 19th
Kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX56201
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From: Tribal owners
Yes please can you send through to me. Thanks
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
On 3 Jun 2020, at 1:47 pm, Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR)
Hi Mark
Thanks for letting me know about the progress here, appreciate that. I hadn't heard from Michael or Candice at this stage.
Clause AAR is committed to collaborating on a longer term solution to conservation at 12(1) Derrick at Yankalilla District Council has supplied some photos of the current status
3 of the works as we discussed. Our temporary work has held somewhat but Winter is likely to undo it.
Do you and NAC wish to receive those images and any other conservation information from AAR at this point?
I'll get in touch with you and the NAC heritage team after the 19th.
kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W [dpc.sa.gov.au] dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX56201
From: Tribal owners
Hi Matt. Unsure if Ngarrindjeri have told you but we are meeting on 19/6/20 to discuss Clause 12(1) and how we move on together with this important and urgent project. I hope that a proposal can be generated on the day and put to yourself and AARD. Thanks Mark.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
4 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Sent: Thursday, 2 July 2020 12:53 PM Clause 6(1) To: Michael Diplock; Tribal owners; Cc: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR); Clyde Rigney; [email protected] Clause 12(1) Subject: Re: Ngarrindjeri meeting - - 19 June 2020
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Hi All
The good news is that following recent AAR management discussion, AAR will commit to partially fund a longer term solution for the burial area. However, further consultation with DEW and Yankalilla District Council is now required to request additional support and funding.
AAR heritage staff will also be available for a site survey with Narrindjeri and Ramindjeri to inform the heritage conservation plan.
I'm on leave next week and will get back in touch shortly after to discuss engagement and funding commitment from the other relevant parties.
Happy to discuss tomorrow if you have any queries at this stage.
Kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX56201
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet acknowledges and respects Aboriginal people as the state’s first people and nations, and recognises Aboriginal people as traditional owners and occupants of South Australian land and waters.
1 Information contained in this email message may be confidential and may also be the subject of legal professional privilege or public interest immunity. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, disclosure or copying of this document is unauthorised.
From: Michael Diplock
Hi Matt, As discussed, an update from our meeting today. Uncle Clyde, Mark, Candice and I met today to discuss the situation at Clause 12(1)
As we are all keenly aware, the issues we are facing at Clause 12(1) go back several decades or longer. To date, a significant amount of resources and effort have unsuccessfully been used in trying to resolve these issues. More importantly, the state of the burials continues to cause needless distress to Community.
Both Mark and NAC agree that first, a survey of the whole of the dune area needs to be carried out to understand the nature and extent of the problems. As a result of the survey, recommendations on remedial actions will then be put to AAR.
Can you please indicate whether AAR has the capacity to provide funding for the survey (and some staff to help) as well as for potential remedial actions? Regarding funding, we believe various other interested parties such as Yankalilla Council etc need to be approached for a contribution to this project.
We’re all looking forward to moving forward on this in a collaborative and productive approach.
Regards Michael
Program Coordinator Ngarrindjeri Land and Progress Assoc. Inc. Working on Ruwe (Country) Program Meningie SA 5264 M: Clause 6(1) Ph: 85751332
Note: I work Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR)
2 To: Tribal owners
For Official Use Only
Hi Mark, Candice, Michael
Derrick Simpson (Yankalilla DC) has supplied these images since late March following the temporary work.
This exposure has happened over 5‐8 weeks.
Good to hear about the meeting outcome on the 19th
Kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX56201
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet acknowledges and respects Aboriginal people as the state’s first people and nations, and recognises Aboriginal people as traditional owners and occupants of South Australian land and waters.
Information contained in this email message may be confidential and may also be the subject of legal professional privilege or public interest immunity. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, disclosure or copying of this document is unauthorised.
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Yes please can you send through to me. Thanks
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
On 3 Jun 2020, at 1:47 pm, Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR)
Hi Mark
Thanks for letting me know about the progress here, appreciate that. I hadn't heard from Michael or Candice at this stage.
AAR is committed to collaborating on a longer term solution to conservation at Clause 12(1) h. Derrick at Yankalilla District Council has supplied some photos of the current status of the works as we discussed. Our temporary work has held somewhat but Winter is likely to undo it.
Do you and NAC wish to receive those images and any other conservation information from AAR at this point?
I'll get in touch with you and the NAC heritage team after the 19th.
kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W [dpc.sa.gov.au] dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX56201
4 From: Tribal owners
Hi Matt. Unsure if Ngarrindjeri have told you but we are meeting on 19/6/20 to discuss Clause 12(1) and how we move on together with this important and urgent project. I hope that a proposal can be generated on the day and put to yourself and AARD. Thanks Mark.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
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From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Tuesday, 7 July 2020 9:33 AM To: Tribal owners Subject: RE: Chris Mitchell
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They have all sorts of rules about who makes media comments – it’s going to the Premier’s media adviser for advice at the moment
From: Tribal owners
Thanks. Richard Yeeles is but be great if Nerida especially spoke to him as Saturday week is the prediction of media about Aboriginal Affairs in South Australia so be good to get on the front foot.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
On 7 Jul 2020, at 9:27 am, Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR)
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Morning Koomie, trying to find someone for you, will get back ASAP. Cheers, Toby
From: Tribal owners
Hi. I’ve been contacted by Chris Mitchell the ex editor of The Australian newspaper. He is about to write a number of articles requesting a Royal Commission or at the very least an enquiry into why two Aboriginal Native Title bodies in South Australia are in Special Administration with at least two others facing the same, the issues of how an independent business totally diverted all Aboriginal business and funding from an Aboriginal community and Native Title body to their own business, how a non Aboriginal woman is allowed to in the position of being a traditional owner for an Aboriginal body and the list goes on. 1 What Chris is seeking is a response from government before the articles roll out starting Saturday week. Can you suggest who is the best person for Chris to call? I know this is difficult but it’s even more difficult for me to be caught in the middle. Chris’s number is Clause 6(1) . Thanks Mark Koolmatrie.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
2 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Monday, 20 July 2020 9:32 AM To: Tribal owners Subject: RE: Update on Christine
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Morning Mark Finally got word back from the CSO – the lawyer who had the file went on leave. Apparently the advice is pretty much ready to go. The lawyer is back at work next Monday, we will send a reminder that morning, so the advice should be ready for the meeting. Cheers Toby
From: Tribal owners
Good morning Toby. I’m wondering if any updates on Christine Heritage Association ( tongue in cheek) ? Seriously though can we please have an update as the issue is a pressing one that needs clarification. Thanks Mark.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
1 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Monday, 3 August 2020 5:13 PM To: Tribal owners Cc: Jill Walsh (DPC-AAR) ([email protected]) Subject: RE: Journalist
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So famous! Thanks Mark
From: Tribal owners
Hi Jill and Toby. I was contacted by a friend in Madrid Spain who gave Lizzie the journalist my contact details as well. Lizzie saw an online presentation I did on water from a cultural perspective in Madrid about Australia a few weeks ago. Once she realised who I was it sparked an interest my friend Marian told me. I did a joint presentation with Lakota and Hopi elders and it went worldwide which was exciting. I will let you know if she wants to discuss with other Aboriginal people. Thanks Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
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From: Mark Koolmatrie
Happy if Uncle Buddy joined us and/or Joe Henry Koolmatrie from National Parks. Clyde Rigney Senior is chair of NAC. Jordan Sumner from Raukkan might also be someone acceptable. Nita McAdam, Colin Koolmatrie and I will be on-site as well. One question is seems everyone else is paid for work tomorrow does Colin, Nita and I get paid as well? See you at 10am tomorrow. Thanks Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
On 7 Sep 2020, at 10:31 am, Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR)
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Hi Mark
As discussed, the AAR heritage team intends to meet with you tomorrow at 10am to verify the spatial extent and condition of the Clause 12(1) site given the discrepancies.
When we had a meeting with John and Danny in early March this year to discuss heritage matters on ALT properties, John mentioned discussing the visit with Tim Hartman (assume this is Hartman Jnr) and Uncle Buddy. Tom Trevorrow is listed on the original site card.
Mark/John ‐ who should we advise from Ngarrindjeri – Clyde and heritage team and Coorong rangers to see if someone can come out to assist?
Kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz 1 Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX56201
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet acknowledges and respects Aboriginal people as the state’s first people and nations, and recognises Aboriginal people as traditional owners and occupants of South Australian land and waters.
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From: Mark koolmatrie Clause 6(1) Sent: Tuesday, 5 May 2020 12:18 PM To: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR)
Thanks looking forward to working with AARD and ALT. Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515
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On 5 May 2020, at 12:06 pm, Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR)
Hi Mark
Thankyou for your email of 4 May regarding the registration of Clause 12(1) on leased Aboriginal Lands Trust (ALT) land.
The Heritage Information Team advise that there is a registered archaeological site called Clause 12(1) in the area described.
The site in the Central Archive is recorded as Clause 12(1)
Please note that Clause 12(1) was listed in the Heritage Conservation Team action plan following a meeting with John Chester in early March 2020 to discuss ALT heritage site matters statewide.
Be assured that we will be back in touch as soon as AAR is in a position to reassess the site.
Kind regards
Matt
Principal Heritage Officer
AAR
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From: Mark Koolmatrie Clause 6(1) Sent: Monday, 4 May 2020 12:21 PM To: Forde, Toby (DPC‐AAR)
Please see attached. Thanks Mark.
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From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Sent: Monday, 7 September 2020 3:29 PM To: '[email protected]'; 'Michael Diplock'; Chris Wilson; Clause 6(1) Clause 6(1) Cc: Mark Koolmatrie; Toby Forde (DPC-AAR) ([email protected]); @gmail.com'; Furniss, Danielle (DPC-AAR); Chester, John (ALT); Dollard, Daniel (ALT) Clause 12(1) Subject: Spatial verification of
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Hi All
The AAR heritage team is undertaking an initial spatial verification of the above site tomorrow with Mark Koolmatrie as ALT site lessee. Danielle Furniss and I are meeting up with Mark at the Meningie bakery at 10am tomorrow.
The site in the Central Archive is recorded as Clause 12(1)
Please advise if Ngarrindjeri can send a representative to attend tomorrow for any time and my apologies for the very short notice. The results of the new site boundary will be communicated and the site card amended to better reflect the recording.
If you have any queries please contact me.
Kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX56201
1 The Department of the Premier and Cabinet acknowledges and respects Aboriginal people as the state’s first people and nations, and recognises Aboriginal people as traditional owners and occupants of South Australian land and waters.
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From: Tribal owners
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Thanks Matt. If I could know how much to invoice today then I can arrange for Nita and Colin especially to be paid and then we can wait for payment to occur from your end. It was a good day but rather heavy emotionally. Clause Michael and Colin, Nita and I went to look at the site on 12(1) and as I said I get on extremely well with their workers and farm manager and I am willing to assist as Michael saw for himself yesterday morning when the workers were pleased to see me. Thanks Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
On 9 Sep 2020, at 7:28 am, Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR)
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Hi Mark
It was a good day and great to meet you, Colin, Nita and Michael D out there.
Some good recording to add to the heritage record. I’ll be in touch regarding the results of course.
I’ve copied in Toby regarding your mileage/TA request,
Kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation
1 Department of the Premier and Cabinet
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From: Tribal owners [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, 8 September 2020 8:09 PM To: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR)
Thank you to both once again for today.
Colin came from Craigmore to Tailem Bend and return 232km plus T/A Nita came from Blair Athol to Tailem Bend and return 208km plus T/A They both then jumped in with Mark. Mark came from Noarlunga to 7 mile road and return 368km plus T/A
Thanks Mark.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
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From: Mark Koolmatrie
Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged
Thanks Michael. As the lease holders we authorise this immediate action to occur. If any other works is to done then we as the lease holders will be the leaders in this process and work with all the agencies and other traditional owners as discussed. Please pass on my and our families thanks and appreciation to Uncle Bud and those who are involved in the urgent action. Mark.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0‐ 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday‐Sunday flexible.
On 10 Sep 2020, at 8:00 am, Michael Diplock
Hi Mark, Matt, Following discussion this morning with Uncle Buddy since my earlier email, he feels this needs to be acted on urgently. Uncle Bud said that he will go out and view the site and do some emergency works for protection until the appropriate people meet and discuss the management strategy going forward.
The emergency works he is referring to include covering the Old People with sand and jute matting as well as the planting of grasses. Hope this is not confusing after my earlier email. Regards Clause 12(1)
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From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Thursday, 10 September 2020 12:31 PM To: Tribal owners Cc: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Subject: Re: Any update on payment invoice info from Tuesday
Matt can you please calculate TA based on these hours ASAP, thanks
Sent from my iPhone
On 10 Sep 2020, at 11:49 am, Tribal owners
6:30am-6:30pm Colin Craigmore 6:30am-6:30pm Nita Blair Athol 7am-6pm Mark Noarlunga Downs. We discussed what we were doing with other elders in Meningie and after Clause 12(1) e with Michael Diplock and let members know in Tailem Bend and Murray Bridge on the way home. Thanks Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
On 10 Sep 2020, at 11:43 am, Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR)
We need to know what time you all left home and what time you returned to calculate the TA, thanks
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On 10 Sep 2020, at 11:14 am, Tribal owners
Hi Matt. I’m wondering is there any update about how to invoice payments from Tuesday? I’d like to sort this out today so that our accountant can pay especially Nita and Colin tomorrow then invoice AARD tomorrow as well. By doing this Nita and Colin especially can be paid and we can wait on payments to be processed at a later date. Thanks Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder.
1 Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
2 Gilbert, Damian (DPC)
From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Sent: Thursday, 10 September 2020 4:19 PM To: Tribal owners Cc: Toby Forde (DPC-AAR) ([email protected]) Clause 12(1) Subject: claim
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Hi Mark
I’ve sent the mileage/TA information through to our accounts and I’ll follow up tomorrow morning regarding payment timing etc.
Kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX56201
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From: Forde, Toby (DPC‐AAR)
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Matt can you please calculate TA based on these hours ASAP, thanks
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On 10 Sep 2020, at 11:49 am, Tribal owners
6:30am-6:30pm Colin Craigmore 6:30am-6:30pm Nita Blair Athol 7am-6pm Mark Noarlunga Downs. We discussed what we were doing with other elders in Meningie and after Clause 12(1) with Michael Diplock and let members know in Tailem Bend and Murray Bridge on the way home. Thanks Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
On 10 Sep 2020, at 11:43 am, Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR)
We need to know what time you all left home and what time you returned to calculate the TA, thanks
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On 10 Sep 2020, at 11:14 am, Tribal owners
Hi Matt. I’m wondering is there any update about how to invoice payments from Tuesday? I’d like to sort this out today so that our accountant can pay especially Nita and Colin tomorrow then invoice AARD tomorrow as well. By doing this Nita and Colin especially can be paid and we can wait on payments to be processed at a later date. Thanks Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
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From: Tribal owners
Hi Peta. Both Clause 6(1) and I were not going to respond to give a non Aboriginal person a voice Clause when it comes to cultural heritage but 6(1) has asked me to respond. We never ever and never will give Christine a voice to be spokesperson and to speak for Aboriginal people let alone our people. If she produces something that has our electronic signatures on it please forward to us as it will be fraudulent. I reiterate we all have no reason to give her or Vivienne the time nor the energy. They are irrelevant in the cultural space. Thanks Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
On 11 Sep 2020, at 8:58 pm, Tribal owners
I have told Victor Harbor Council not to deal with Christine. Clause 6(1) . Hahahahaha. I told them again today not to respond to her because it gives her energy.
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
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From: Mark Koolmatrie
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Definitely Michael. I appreciate Uncle Bud and WOC putting his hand up to assist. I’d also like to discuss further with WOC and NAC as to how we move forward. Thanks Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
On 6 Oct 2020, at 10:22 am, Michael Diplock
Hey, Uncle Buddy and Mark have spoken recently and the outcome was that WOC rangers will conduct emergency remedial actions regarding the disturbed Old People at Clause 12(1) asap.
No work has happened with this yet and as Uncle Bud is away for this week I expect we will get on to it next week.
It was agreed that I will advise Mark each time we conduct any of the above work, with a short report given to him at the conclusion of each day's activities.
To be clear, it is intended that WoC workers will only attend to the burials, with the rest of the remedial works (further heritage protection, weed and animal control etc) to be discussed between Mark and NAC.
Mark can you pls correct me if I've got it wrong in any way. Thanks
Hope this update has helped.
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From: Candice Love
Hey All,
Not sure if I have missed anything here. But let me know where we’re up to and what we need to do moving forward.
Thanks, Candice
From: Mark Koolmatrie
Sure thing. Let’s proceed with the urgent action as discussed then we as the lease holders will work with NAC and NLPA/ WOC to ensure our ancestors are protected. I ask Uncle Bud, Candice and Uncle Clyde not to do anything without us. Thanks Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0‐ 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday‐Sunday flexible.
On 10 Sep 2020, at 7:52 am, Michael Diplock
HI Mark, Matt, Pls find attached some drone photos from Clause 12(1) . They could be of help for planning the remediation of the burials. There are 10 in total so I’ll send in two emails. Hope you found your phone Matt. Seemed unfair after such a good day. As the disturbed burials are a heritage issue, Uncle Buddy wants NAC / Candice to direct NLPA/woc in any remedial actions at the site. Having said this, we are very happy to give any support we can.
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From: Mark Koolmatrie
Excellent Matt
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0‐ 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday‐Sunday flexible.
On 27 Nov 2020, at 9:57 am, Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR)
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Hi Mark
Just a quick note that I haven’t forgotten about Clause 12(1) and I will be in touch with you regarding these projects next week. I have been drawn away to other parts of the State in recent months, but we now have Amy Ziesing (Senior Heritage Officer) who joined us in November and another position to be filled in January 2021 which will give the Conservation Team a much needed boost for our program of works.
BTW congratulations on your position as Chair of the SAHC! I understand that Jill and Toby have me down to provide a quick overview to the Committee at the next meeting.
Kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz 1 Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX56201
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet acknowledges and respects Aboriginal people as the state’s first people and nations, and recognises Aboriginal people as traditional owners and occupants of South Australian land and waters.
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From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Monday, 30 November 2020 10:30 AM To: Tribal owners Cc: Walsh, Jill (DPC-AAR) Subject: RE: DIT update
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Noted, thanks Mark. Toby
From: Tribal owners
Good morning Toby and Jill. On Friday I had another teams meeting with DIT and Ngarrindjeri about Granite Island after we as Aboriginal people met. I am sitting down face to face with Ngarrindjeri tomorrow in Murray Bridge over the finer details but up to this stage we have all agreed to work together. I can’t speak for RHA and their interactions with DIT only us. I will keep you informed. Thanks Mark
The Tribal Expertise Facility Mark Koolmatrie. Founder. Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
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From: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR) Sent: Monday, 11 January 2021 10:07 AM To: Tribal owners Subject: RE: Update.
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Morning Mark. Call you either later today or tomorrow. Cheers, Toby
From: Tribal owners
Good morning Toby. I was sent this from the ex editor of The Australian who will put out the press both within Australia and through his international contacts starting Saturday.
1. Can we get you on the record about the Lake Gairdner threats you faced?
2. Are you aware of 2016 Native Title case and did it know about the older State government anthropological report suggesting the Lake Torrens Dreamtime stories had been lost to the extent that no living aboriginal people really knew or understood them?
I’m lost what to do here. I can’t comment as Chair and I’m not a T/O. If you can call when your free to work through be great. I have a meeting this morning but this afternoon onwards or even tomorrow I’m a lot better suited. Thanks. Mark
Chairperson State Aboriginal Heritage Committee- SA. Owner -Tribal Expertise Facility. Business Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
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Clause 12(1) Subject: Ancestral remains - - SENSITIVE Location: Microsoft Teams Meeting
Start: Wed 13/01/2021 2:00 PM End: Wed 13/01/2021 2:30 PM Show Time As: Tentative
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Meeting Status: Not yet responded
Organizer: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC-AAR) Required Attendees: Candice Love; Tim Hartman Optional Attendees: Forde, Toby (DPC-AAR); Mark Koolmatrie
Hi Candice
Happy New Year to you and everyone. May it be a good one for heritage outcomes.
Thanks for the update, just let me know another time if this timeslot does not suit.
Kind regards
Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | M Clause 6(1) | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX56201
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______From: Candice Love Clause 6(1) Sent: Wednesday, 6 January 2021 12:34 PM To: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR)
Hi Matt,
I spoke with Mark Koolmatrie about this yesterday, and he would like to be included in the discussion.
Is it possible, for us to have a zoom/ teams to discuss this further? Perhaps, yourself, Tim, Mark and I?
Kind Regards, Candice
From: Schlitz, Matthew (DPC‐AAR)
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Hi Candice
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Hope all is well.
I called your mobile today hoping to chat about the return of the Ancestor to Clause 12(1) The WA Police contacted us, keen to know when the Ancestor can be returned to Country.
Can you please get in touch to let us know how Ngarrindjeri would like the repatriation to SA to occur? Funding for the return to Adelaide has been committed by AAR.
Thanks
Matt
Matt Schlitz Principal Heritage Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of the Premier and Cabinet
T +61 (8) 8303 0752 | M Clause 6(1) | E [email protected] | W dpc.sa.gov.au
Level 16, 30 Wakefield Street, ADELAIDE SA 5001 GPO Box 2343 ADELAIDE SA 5001 DX56201
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet acknowledges and respects Aboriginal people as the state’s first people and nations, and recognises Aboriginal people as traditional owners and occupants of South Australian land and waters.
Information contained in this email message may be confidential and may also be the subject of legal professional privilege or public interest immunity. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, disclosure or copying of this document is unauthorised.
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From: Van Wessem, Alexander (DPC-AAR) Sent: Wednesday, 3 February 2021 8:08 AM To: 'Tribal owners' Subject: RE: FYI
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Thanks for the heads‐up Mark!
From: Tribal owners
Chairperson State Aboriginal Heritage Committee- SA. Owner -Tribal Expertise Facility. Business Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
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From: Mark Koolmatrie
Approval has been given for a parliamentary inquiry into Aboriginal communities and organisations. Also they will look at Heritage Act in SA
Chairperson State Aboriginal Heritage Committee- SA. Owner -Tribal Expertise Facility. Business Website: https://kula-tind-jeri.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: (+61)0- 459371515 Monday’s 162 Main Road McLaren Vale SA Tuesday-Sunday flexible.
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