Commercial Transaction

As Rio Tinto Alcans multi-billion dollar Gove upgrade nears its completion and begins to wind down, the major national construction firms that produced the work have begun to pack their bags. The expansion has meant production of alumina has increased, as have the movement and processing of ore, and the processing of waste. So, while major construction wanes, the requirements for expanded ongoing service provision creates new opportunities for Gove region businesses.<p>

"This is letting you know so you will learn from us. Learn from these words like we have learnt from you. Your knowledge, your education, your background, we are using it. Some of the law and some of the culture of yours. OK and in the same way you must learn..."<br>

Djambawa Marawili, Senior Artist & Madarrpa clan leader<p>

Combining nature, culture & nurture in a true rainforest experience, nestled in a valley,
offering quality accommodation, cuisine with a native twist, authentic Aboriginal culture,
and the world-acclaimed spa. Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa a pure experience.<p>
The perfect base to discover the essence of Tropical North Queensland, exploring the majestic Daintree River, ancient rainforest and Great Barrier Reef.<p>

In recent years horticulture has emerged as an important new industry in Central Australia with the potential to provide significant economic and employment opportunities for Aboriginal landowners. <p>
The current industry focus is on production of early maturing table grapes however research by NT Departments responsible for primary industries (DPIFM) has identified citrus, mangoes, tomatoes, asparagus, dates and other commercial crops suitable also.<P>

Fitzroy Xpress are Danny Marr, Alan McLarty, Raymond Marr, Victor (Lane) Marr, Waylon Marr and Danny Keogh. Their music is a unique blend of country, rocknroll and reggae. They are living legends throughout the Kimberley region in Western Australia. Hailing from Darlngunaya community near Fitzroy Crossing, they formed the band over 20 years ago whilst they were still at school.<p>

Fitzroy Xpress music is unique and so is their songwriting, with all of the band picking their favourite things like hunting, and writing some lyrics about it.<p>