Aboriginal Land Rights Act (Northern Territory)

The Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976 is an Australian law that recognizes the traditional rights of Aboriginal people to specific land in the Northern Territory. It allows Indigenous communities to claim ownership of land based on their ancestral connection, and grants them control over how the land is used and managed. The Act aims to acknowledge Indigenous land rights, promote cultural preservation, and support their involvement in land development while balancing broader Australian interests. It is a significant step towards Indigenous self-determination and reconciliation in Australia.