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Approvals Process for Archaeological Works in Australia (ACT)

by adminArchaeology July 22, 2019April 13, 2026No Comments

Archaeological works in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) are an important part of archaeology in Australia, requiring careful planning, consultation, and formal approvals to protect cultural and historical heritage. Under the Heritage Act 2004, it is illegal to damage or impact heritage places or objects without approval from the ACT Heritage Council. Why Approvals Are …

Ancient Ice Age Artefacts Discovered in High-Altitude Blue Mountains Cave

by adminAntropology July 10, 2019April 13, 2026No Comments

A remarkable archaeological discovery in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales is reshaping what we know about early human life in Australia. Deep inside a vast rock shelter known as Dargan Shelter, researchers have uncovered artefacts dating back as far as 20,000 years, placing human activity at extreme high altitude during the Ice Age. …

Australia’s First Underwater Aboriginal Archaeological Sites Revealed in Groundbreaking Seabed Study

by adminArchaeology April 13, 2018April 13, 2026No Comments

A major scientific discovery off the northwest coast of Australia has revealed the country’s first identified underwater Aboriginal archaeological sites, uncovering artefacts that date back as far as 8,500 years. The findings provide rare insight into ancient coastal life and show that significant parts of Australia’s cultural landscape now lie beneath the sea. The research …