NOTICE OF CONSULTATION – ML 100190 – Gary John Bate – Cape York United #1 Claim (QUD673/2014)

Jun 27, 2025

NOTICE OF CONSULTATION

ML 100190 – Gary John Bate

Cape York United #1 Claim (QUD673/2014)

On 4 September 2019, the State of Queensland issued a notification under s. 29(2)(b) of the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth) (NTA) to the Registered Native Title Claimant of the Cape York United Number 1 Native Title Claim (QUD673/2014) (CYU#1 Claim) of the proposed grant of Mining Lease (ML) 100190 to Gary John Bate. ML 100190 is subject to the right to negotiate under s. 31 of the NTA. Cape York Land Council (CYLC) will facilitate a meeting for those people who hold or may hold Native Title rights and interests within the CYU#1 Claim, subject to the proposed grant of ML 100190 to Gary John Bate.

Date: Thursday 17 July 2025
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Venue: Mareeba PCYC, 136 Walsh Street, Mareeba QLD 4880

*Video conference facilities will also be available upon request.

What is the purpose of this meeting?

The purpose of this meeting is for CYLC’s lawyer assisting the Registered Native Title Claimant of the CYU#1 Claim to provide information and seek instructions in relation to:

  • the right to negotiate procedure under s. 31 of the NTA;
  • cultural heritage that may be affected within the ML area;
  • the draft terms of an ancillary agreement being negotiated with Gary John Bate.

Who may attend this meeting?

People who hold or may hold native title rights and interest in the area subject to the proposed grant of ML 100190, as shown on the map (pictured).

Attendance, Travel Assistance and video-conferencing

For travel assistance, to confirm your attendance or for any general enquiries about the meeting, please contact CYLC Business Support Officer Jessica Stratford on free call number 1800 623 548 or by email jstratford@cylc.org.au.

Note that there is limited funding available for travel assistance to this meeting and CYLC may be able to provide some assistance, for example fuel reimbursement. CYLC will prioritise assisting elders and family representatives and will consider how limited funding can be allocated to support a broad representation of the affected Native Title Holders. Requests for assistance must be made by Wednesday 9 July 2025.

Teleconferencing facilities will also be made available at the meeting. If you would like CYLC to arrange a teleconference from your location into the meeting, whether you live at the location of the meeting, or elsewhere, please contact Jessica Stratford at CYLC. This is an important meeting and CYLC is committed to providing every opportunity for eligible persons to attend the meeting.

Questions about this meeting

If you have any queries about the purpose of this meeting, please contact Cara Cortabitarte on 0409 349 025 or free call 1800 623 548 or ccortabitarte@cylc.org.au. If there are any changes to this meeting this will be advised on CYLCs Facebook page and website.

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