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7 September 2026

How Indigenous Protected Areas became a vital way to protect nature in Australia

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How Indigenous Protected Areas became a vital way to protect nature in Australia

When you think of conservation in Australia, chances are you’ll think of a national park. But there’s another fast-growing way of conserving land: Indigenous Protected Areas (IPAs). These areas of ...

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