Understanding ALRA - Chris Calogeras

We know that many of our members are concerned about the future of the industry and uncertainty around their jobs and livelihoods. Contributing to this uncertainty is anxiety about continued access to fishing grounds, and confusion around sacred sites, native title, and the Blue Mud Bay High Court decision. We also know that as an industry we have not always done enough to understand and respond to concerns of traditional owners, which has created frustration, and at times distrust.
The future of the NT seafood industry will rely on building better relationships and partnerships with traditional owners, and this will require a deeper understanding - both legal and cultural - of ALRA. As part of our work to build certainty for our members around the future of the industry, we’ve commenced working on a Cultural Education and Representation Project, funded by the Australian Government for the purpose of increasing understanding and respect for Aboriginal Australians and their cultures. The project includes the development of education and training materials about ALRA, its history, and its relationship with commercial fishing, as well as cross-cultural training for the NTSC board and staff. Through this work, we want to improve current and future members’ understanding of the legislation to reduce uncertainty and build a stronger foundation for cross-cultural understanding and partnerships.
This video features Chris Calogeras, Vice Chairman of Northern Territory Seafood Council speaking about the seafood industry and how its future relies on improving cross-cultural understanding.
For more information visit www.ntsc.com.au/
This project titled “Cultural Education and Representation Project” received grant funding from the Australian Government.