This project involved the recording and photographic survey of a well-known, often visited and publicised Aboriginal rock art site in the Victorian western district. It was conducted as part of a ‘Future Directions Plan’ following wildfire in 2006. NOHC conducted an archaeological survey of the reserve, a baseline recording and condition report of the Aboriginal rock art and prepared a site monitoring plan to facilitate future condition monitoring. Our component of the plan was commissioned by Gondwana Consulting, on behalf of the proponent, Parks Victoria, Aboriginal Affairs Victoria.
Wildfires have always been a feature of the Australian environment however, climate change outlooks predict more frequent and more intense wildfires in our future. Understanding the vulnerability of Aboriginal rock art and ensuring our management plans maximise resilience and mitigation is essential to safeguarding these irreplaceable sites.
