Culture & Heritage

The proposed Wilbinga National Park sits on the Traditional Country of the Yued people and forms part of the South West Native Title Settlement, with future land management connected to the Yued Regional Corporation.

The Yued people have expressed strong support for the creation of a National Park at Wilbinga. This presents a meaningful opportunity to embed cultural knowledge, custodianship and care for Country into the long-term management of the area.

If declared, the Wilbinga National Park park would create culturally appropriate land management practices grounded in Yued traditions, ensuring that Country is cared for in a way that reflects thousands of years of knowledge and connection. This includes opportunities for joint management, where Traditional Owners play a central role in decision-making and stewardship.

The establishment of the park would also create employment pathways through programs such as the Indigenous Ranger Program, supporting the Yued people to work on Country while strengthening cultural continuity and economic participation.

Importantly, the park would provide a platform for Yued people to share their deep knowledge of the land — including its ecology, history, and cultural significance with visitors. This creates opportunities for education, cultural interpretation and respectful engagement, fostering a deeper understanding of Country for the broader community.

Through these outcomes, the proposed park is not only an environmental initiative but a cultural one — supporting the preservation, visibility and continuation of Yued heritage for future generations.