Hi People
Normally these days I stay out of the
forum, but some things people need to know.
There have been a series of meetings of communities, rangers and Elders along the CSR. I live at
Mulan community as most EO Members know. My nephew is the Head
Ranger here at
Mulan, with the Paruku IPA (Indigenous Protected Area), he has informed me of this, and will update me as he knows. I cannot give further details until I know.
The general consensus is a need for a single permit to cover the entire
Canning Stock Route, preventing the necessity to go through a variety of agencies to get through different areras. The Stations are also involved in these discussions, and have given positive thoughts on this matter.
Of course, once my nephew advises me of when and through whom these permits can be obtained, I will advise the EO Administration.
Please be advised that the CSR is closed now. There was a massive hailstorm (yes hailstorm) that did a lot of damage at BHP
mine, and went right through to Jameson. The CSR near the top end (Billiluna end) has also has considerable
water lately.
Many thanks to EO Member Ric and his wife, who came to
Mulan this year, and met with the Elders, letting the Elders know about the wonderful floral displays on the CSR through the year. I do hope they do a blog with their photo's.
One final observation,
the Tanami Track, between the Caranya Gates and the Wolf
Creek Crater turnoff has been badly rutted in some spots and requires extreme caution.
I hope you all have safe travels and a great week.
Marc