Do I require a CHMP?

A CHMP is required when a ‘high impact activity’ is planned in an area of ‘cultural heritage sensitivity’. These terms are defined in the Aboriginal Heritage Regulations 2018. In these circumstances, planning permits, licences and work authorities can’t be issued unless a CHMP has been approved for the activity.

Who approves a CHMP?

The CHMP must be approved by the appropriate statutory authority, often an Aboriginal organisation known as a Registered Aboriginal Party, or RAP or Aboriginal Affairs Victoria.

What is a CHMP?

A CHMP is an agreement between a land user (sponsor) and Traditional Owners (endorsed party) developed under Part 7 of the Cultural Heritage Acts. The CHMP explains how land use activities can be managed to avoid or minimise harm to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural heritage.

How much does a CHMP cost?

Costs generally range from $2,000.00 to $5,000.00 for a Desktop CHMP, $5,000.00 to $20,000.00 plus for a Standard CHMP, and $10,000.00 to $100,000 plus for a Complex CHMP. Small developments (e.g. three dwellings on an existing residential allotment) generally incur costs of under $10,000.00 for a Complex CHMP.

Can you build on Aboriginal heritage?

Can Anyone Look for Aboriginal Places on Private Property? It is illegal to excavate places without consent from the relevant Registered Aboriginal Party or Aboriginal Victoria. Section 34A of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 sets out requirements for archaeological surveys.

What is a cultural management plan?

A cultural heritage management is a written document which outlines the nature and extent of any cultural heritage present within a development footprint and the processes which the proponent will utilise to manage or mitigate harm to that cultural heritage.

What is Aboriginal cultural heritage?

Aboriginal cultural heritage consists of places, traditions, beliefs, customs, values and objects that represent the living history of past Aboriginal generations and are of important cultural and heritage significance to Aboriginal people.

What do you do if you find Aboriginal artefacts?

What should you do if you find artefacts? 1/ Leave the item where it is, but try to identify the exact spot (eg with a GPS marker) so traditional owners can find it later. 2/ The next thing to do is work out who the traditional owner group is for that area and contact them.

What are some Aboriginal weapons?

Weapons. Aboriginal peoples used several different types of weapons including shields (also known as hielaman), spears, spear-throwers, boomerangs and clubs.

What does a cultural heritage management plan do?

A Cultural Heritage Management Plan assesses whether a project will have any impact on Aboriginal cultural heritage values and, as appropriate, outlines management recommendations.

What is meant by Aboriginal person?

Definition. Aboriginal group refers to whether the person is First Nations (North American Indian), Métis or Inuk (Inuit). First Nations (North American Indian) includes Status and non-Status Indians. Person refers to an individual and is the unit of analysis for most social statistics programs.

What has the Australian government done for Aboriginal people?

In 2015–16, the Australian Government directly spent $14.7 billion on Indigenous people, of which 77 per cent ($11.3 billion) was through mainstream programs such as Medicare, social security payments, child care benefits and support for university places accessed by Indigenous people.

Can a CHMP be issued for Aboriginal heritage?

These terms are defined in the Aboriginal Heritage Regulations 2018. In these circumstances, planning permits, licences and work authorities can’t be issued unless a CHMP has been approved for the activity.

What does Stage 3 covid-19 mean for Aboriginal heritage?

Guideline for RAPS, heritage advisors and sponsors to the circumstances in which CHMP or cultural heritage permit fieldwork can proceed under Stage 3 COVID-19. Sections 154A and 157 of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 give the Council the power to impose a condition upon, suspend, or revoke the registration of a Registered Aboriginal Party.

How does the Aboriginal Heritage Act work in Victoria?

The Act provides for the protection and management of Victoria’s Aboriginal cultural heritage, with processes linked to the Victorian planning system. The Act also has processes for handling dispute resolution. This includes the review of certain decisions through the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT).

What does VPP stand for in Aboriginal Heritage Act?

High impact activities, significant ground disturbance and areas of cultural heritage sensitivity, are defined in the Aboriginal Heritage Regulations 2007. Under the Planning and Environment Act 1987,the VPP give effect to and support the operation of the Act. Clause 15.03-2 of the VPP states: Objective