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Drone LiDAR Uncovers Three Unregistered Aboriginal Rock Shelters in Australia
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What Happened?
Researchers used drone LiDAR technology to discover three previously unregistered Aboriginal rock shelters in Australia's Blue Mountains, revealing significant cultural heritage.
Key points
- Drone LiDAR identified three unregistered Aboriginal rock shelters in the Blue Mountains.
- The research involved collaboration with the Dharug Custodian Aboriginal Corporation.
- Field visits confirmed the presence of red hand stencils and stone artefacts.
- The study is part of the Gulamada Project, focusing on First Nations cultural knowledge.
- The project received $248,610 from the Australian Government's First Nations Heritage Grants program.
- Only about 10% of the Blue Mountains region has been surveyed due to its rugged terrain.
Key insights
- The use of drone LiDAR could streamline future archaeological surveys in challenging terrains.
- Improved accuracy in heritage records may aid in better management of cultural sites.
- The collaboration with Aboriginal communities emphasizes the importance of integrating traditional knowledge with modern technology.
Why it matters
The discovery enhances understanding and protection of Aboriginal cultural heritage.
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Entities
University of Sydney· OrganizationDharug Custodian Aboriginal Corporation· OrganizationBlue Mountains· LocationGulamada Project· ProjectAustralian Government· Organization
Source
Times of India
