There has been a significant loss of cultural sites for Bunuba Dan͟ggu Traditional Owners

Many significant trees were lost as well as the car park, paths, a boat ramp, gazebo shelter and the ranger base. The power station compound, floating jetty and toilet block have also been impacted. 

• Consultation with Traditional Owners, including cultural clearance.
   
• Damage assessments completed. Scoping and survey of river depth and flood impacts on river behaviour, characteristics, and dynamics.
   

• November 2023: Meetings with Bunuba Traditional Owners to progress rehabilitation and restoration and/or rebuild.

  • Visitor risk mitigation
  • Bathymetric survey of the river and 3D mapping of the Danggu precinct
  • Removal of flood-damaged structures and site rehabilitation 

January – November 2024:

• Develop a concept plan based on technical mapping and joint management recommendations.
• Progress site cleanup and site rehabilitation. Continue site planning with Traditional Owners and key stakeholders for concept designs of new park facilities and infrastructure.
• Re-establish park access and reopen the park to day users

September 2025:

• Build new visitor infrastructure.

Kimberley Region Headquarters
111 Herbert Street BROOME
PO Box 65 BROOME 6725
Phone (08) 9195 5500
Email broome@dbca.wa.gov.au