IPAs and the Ranger programs are so much more than conservation and employment, they achieve truly wholistic outcomes. They are solid ground that Aboriginal Communities have built culturally strong economic, health, research and justice activities on.

What a wonderful way to care for this land and provide jobs for those who really care about it, and have deep knowledge and a real connection with it.

I felt privileged to be able to spend a week working with the rangers. I was deeply humbled by the connection they have to their country, and the efforts they are making to manage a ferocious land mass, and to preserve their culture for future generations.

This program is truly amazing - what better way to value, respect and support Indigenous communities than to support rangers?! By taking care of country, providing excellent role models for young people and taking care of the environment, this program will have significant long-term benefits for all Australians.

Our country, our rights, our environment, our place, what we give is what we have. Be true to ourselves? Be honest, trust one another, be aboriginal!

More indigenous perspective on land management would have extremely positive outcomes not only for biodiversity, but the sustainability and well being of our society as a whole through cultural awareness and connection with the earth. It's yet another thing to sign, but please do! ❤️

We sure do, Indigenous people managed country for 60,000 + plus years without the mass extinctions on flora and fauna as we see today due to miss management on our landscapes!

Have just returned from the amazing NT with greatest respect to the indigenous rangers elders and families there. Mr Milton Dick (I'm in 4074) please visit the people & lands these rangers care for. Life changing. We are truly blessed to have them.

Indigenous Rangers are the Best and Only continuously successful Federal Aboriginal Programme going! It makes sense, Aboriginal Rangers are the Cultural Heritage and have access to the Cultural Knowledge and Wisdom of Country, let them take of her! Mother Earth, Country, the Land....She needs them! Let us help Country to heal with her justly appointed Aboriginal Rangers. Doctors and nurses to heal the wounds of the last 200+ years following our Non-Aboriginal Invasion. Ignorant of the needs of Country or people, we can address those wrongs NOW, appoint many many Aboriginal Rangers! Thank you, it is Time! Let's win this one TOGETHER!

Indigenous ranger programs enable people return to country and themselves... strong again in spirit and body.

Our indigenous brothers and sisters know this land better than most. They respect it. We need more indigenous rangers who know and understand the issues faced across our country when dealing with feral animals, the biggest threat to our environment.

I've seen the indigenous rangers a number of locations in Quensland and the Northern Territory. Without exception they were knowledgeable and interested in imparting knowledge. Enhancing the experience of tourists and helping protect our environment.

Indigenous rangers have both a cultural and spiritual connection with the land they care for. Through that, I believe they will encourage the young ones to feel a belonging to country.

Indigenous people need to be part of the land. This is their traditions to protect the land. Ww can learn from the indigenous people and share all our knowledge together. United we stand divided we fall

I support all jobs for Indigenous communities, as I grew up in a Indigenous community in FNQ. I myself am not Indigenous, but I will support anyone regardless of race or culture so they can get the career they want to continue & share with the world.

When travelling along the CSR in May we came across a large group of Indigenous Rangers. They checked our permits and share some important cultural knowledge with us. They were working to renew the signage on the iconic CSR and we were given an info package about their work. Fabulous young people doing a marvellous job!

We the Aboriginal peoples of this land are the custodians I believe also employing parking rangers and aboriginal Air Marshall's will give rewarding career opportunity's for our young people thank you Helen McIntosh Hextall

We value the work that you do in this vital and necessary Natural cause. We would like to encourage and support Indigenous rangers in this mutual concern. Good and worthy self-satisfaction brings its rewards. We salute your efforts and thank you...

I have experienced the expertise of rangers from Aboriginal communities across Australia and they add to the preservation and respect for country as well as being helpful and proud guides when that is required. I also have experienced evidence of the rehabilitation value for the young people engaged in training programs and subsequently becoming fully qualified and teaching their younger friends. The loss of this system would be huge in terms of damage to country and its people.

They are the original Australians. They know country and how to care for it in a sustainable way. We are not caring for country in a healthy way; we can learn a lot from native Australians.

Growing up I've always loved being outdoors especially the bush and to have the chance to learn about the country I'm living on is just amazing! I didn't realize how much work there is to be done just to take care of the bush and the animals that live there!

I see Country Needs People as the future of our culture across the country and support any action in this direction. I am part of a campaign to protect forests from logging and allow a truly sustainable approach to caring for native forests, in particular the south east of NSW. Visit www.greatsoouthernforest.org.au

This country has always be looked after by the first people as they have held the knowledge, love and integrity for this land for over 40,000 years. And I am so glad they are being named for doing it and being paid. Thank you!

Indigenous people have had to deal with so much - displacement, loss of land and culture. By providing them with employment within their land we give back much. Employment, land and belonging are all aspects that are important to the social determinants of health. If we want to decrease the gap amongst health in Australia (ie a 20 year disparity between life expectancy), this program goes a long way to addressing that.

I support this program as the only way we will be able to protect preserve maintain and rehabilitate this land is with the knowledge the First Nation Peoples of this country. This knowledge needs to be supported and maintained and preserved so it can be shared with the younger generations to come.

We need the extensive knowledge of managing our ancient fire prone landscape which indigenous people have. They have accumulated and refined this knowledge over the many Millenia that they have lived here.

This is a hugely important program to connect people to their country and to give back some of the dignity stolen since 1788. A step towards true reconciliation.

Here's to Ranger programs that have created their own authentic tourism experiences, generating employment, community income and unforgettable memories for visitors and staff as they connect across cultures. This is a future opportunity for many.

Indigenous Rangers do a great job, unseen by most Australians. These are the people who can best understand the land and its needs. There needs to be more support for movements like this.

Here in East Gippsland, I have seen the work & pride in their work. It gives them a reason to get up & out each day. Hopefully many more will choose to give their time & energy caring for their land, animals & vegetation

I have heard good results and benefits are coming out of the ranger program for young and the elder folk and would like our cooperation to learn more about and be a part of this program

Because they own the land and we all need to respect that. The first Australians have managed this land for thousands of year. Respect that fact.🤗

I support Indigenous Rangers because it makes sense to employ the most qualified land managers in the country to look after country! Indigenous Australians need to live on and nurture Country and in return Country will nurture their physical and mental health. The health of the Australian biosphere is in desperate need of help, it requires full time intuitive carers to nurse it back to full health. A healthy ecosystem benefits every single person in Australia and is the foundation for a happy and prosperous society. What an awesome legacy for our children!

This should be a 'no-brainer'! Supporting Aboriginal people to care for and be on country is a smart way to preserve and share cultural knowledge, create local jobs and more importantly, provide a way in which our young people can retain their connection to culture, traditional country and their future!!

This program is a 'no-brainer' The benefits not only reward communities now but also have a respectful compounding effect on our community members of the future. The sharing of knowledge through this program is powerful and so necessary in the sake of our environment and also the understanding and respect of different cultures

Country is Life for the aboriginal people. To empower them to care for the land and to nurture it brings their people together. It also brings hope and a innate purpose in their lives for which they had been doing for 70,000 years before white settlement. Coming together to celebrate their culture and helping the young to learn about Country helps give them a better understanding of who they are and where they have come from. This why it is so important for young aboriginals living in suburbia to revisit and celebrate their unique way of life!

I am extremely proud of the Rangers. There are none more suitable to manage their ancient lands and recuperate those which have been degraded over time.

Supporting a valuable program as Indigenous Rangers, shouldn't need petitions. The stories from the people on this website are inspiring and I'm sharing this so others can share as well.

Far and away they have been looking after their country, for millennia. It is there role by nature to continue to so. The sense of work such as this, creates a wonderful closeness to the land. Plus a wonderful sense of fulfillment to them and their families.

We can't trust pollies who keep selling off mining and farming "rights". This land flourished under the management of her first people. Please help them to heal the land.

I have only just joined this campaign and have not gathered my thoughts well enough to express my thoughts. I will but now i just want to say I am a going to be a passionate support of this movement . The right people will be caring for country . The programme is so positive it’s truly exciting. It is what our country needs which is to be lead by the advice and practices of the Indigenous people of the is magnificent country that needs us to give back rather than constantly take.

The most fantastic project in many years. As an author of Australian books I am barracking for the indigenous rangers program. Youth are the future of all Australians as well as new Australians. Healing our young is a much needed priority and I hope someday my ideas are included to bring young ones home from institutions to a wonderful and understanding community.

This makes total sense to appoint people who actually have empathy with this land. Most of us find it hard to understand with its fragility and extremes. Go to the experts for some excellent and much needed care and attention and, of course, education.

It's time to listen to and learn from the 40,000 + years of accumulated Aboriginal knowledge about how to care for the Australian environment.

For far to long white Australia has not been educated in traditional indigenous ways, we have lost so much knowledge of this land gained over tens of thousands of years, there is still time to get some of it back from the stories past down, rise up Indigenous Nation, I support you.

The land is our home. Aboriginals are the native caretakers with an understanding of the environment far surpassing that of non-indigenous people. The land is fundamental to the Aboriginal culture. If we love and respect Australia we need to support

Indigenous Rangers...its a no brainer...perfect job as they care for country & and can teach us white mob so much about the land & their beautiful culture!

I support Indigenous Rangers because they have the connection to country which is total respect for the Earth and themselves. it is time for this re-connection and time for all Australians to understand this.

Protecting and understanding the natural environment is extremely important and who better to do this that Indigenous Rangers, who have generations of historical knowledge to share with all Australians and International tourists alike.

Only by listening to our indigenous people can I really begin to read, hear, see and understand the land I live on, and with. Then I will truly understand how to protect it properly for future generations.

This program is ideally suited to Indigenous people and brings to the fore their own strengths, talents and passion. Not only were they the first guardians of the land, but the skills and sense of oneness with the land they possess cannot be matched.

Indigenous peoples have worked in harmony with the land for thousands of years. It's time we honoured their knowledge, wisdom and their connection to country, as well as empower communities by employing Indigenous rangers across the country.

So many reasons! Staying connected to country helps Aboriginal stay strong and maintains culture across the generations. A well resourced ranger system shows support and respect for First Nation people and their priorities. It offers non-Indigenous people a chance to learn from Indigenous people. It's a no brainer that we should be doing this.

In 2003, I was fortunate to visit Kakadu National Park that traditional land owner, ‘Big Bill’ Neidjie had been instrumental in securing for public access and becoming part of the UNESCO World Heritage list. The wonderful national treasures and Indigenous heritage that can be found in this park and many others across the country are best cared for by the traditional custodians of the land who we – and the many visitors that come here – can look to for knowledge of sacred sites, geographies, language, ancient rock art and stories that are unique and specific to this beautiful country.

How could this not be a great idea. This brings real opportunity, hope, purpose and ticks the economic box, its win win. It just makes sense.

We all need self-respect and for many indigenous people this is a natural way to earn it - living on Country, protecting and taking care of it...to the benefit of all Australians.

I think is a brilliant program, that is addressing what is being asked for by indigenous Australians: connection with land and culture and respectful acknowledgment of that culture, through the incredible knowledge and skills they will bring to land management and preservation of the environment. This project should serve as a model that can be brought into many other areas and it should definitely be increased across the country, Australia wide. There is no reason not to do this, as it has been a success on all levels.

The indigenous ranger program makes my heart sing. Indigenous people caring for our incredible country, communities with hope, respect and a future. This is the most logical, empowering, economical and beneficial way forward. Go out and see our country, meet indigenous communities and you will see this is a no brainer. So simple, so viable and with real outcomes on every level.

I really appreciate and value the work of indigenous rangers!! Well done to you all. I fully support an expansion of this program. This is win for all of the Australian community.

This is just how it should be, the people who know the land, are connected to it on a deep and spiritual level should be the custodians and protectors of it. Who better to teach the rest of us the real value and significance of these places.

Because it's about time the indigenous people got more recognition in these areas and their the best people for this kind of work ,we need to have a lot more indigenous rangers as they are an intrinsic part of our land

All of us non-indigenous Australians - have the chance to support our indigenous people whom we should be proud of for their culture which i feel should be more a part of our mainstream culture; we should extend our support for these programs because they are right for our cultural futures for all. It is a great way to provide positive outcomes for our cultural maturity and for the empowerment of this Country's true first peoples who have a deep love and connection to their Country! - it just makes sense.

Australia' indigenous people deserve to have their links to the land recognised, celebrated and supported in practical ways. Being a ranger allows an indigenous person to combine modern citizenship of Australia with traditional care for the timeless land in a doubly beneficial process.

i sadly cannot support financially..i myself have a background through great ,grandmother (mums side)aboriginal,and on dads side torres strait islander..this is Australia and I have a love of the land.and feel a huge connection through nature....most land clearing is changing this beautiful country ,and there are some huge impacts,climate..inpacts weather!!~ forests animals which we must protect for future generations..please help and save this vital work,these beautiful rangers are doing..They are very important for survival for all who live in Australia..no protection!!! no us...no bees no us,..no fish..scary.!!!.no coral...we have lost 3/4 in top end?how very much this saddens me.....Townsville fine at the moment..hard to come back to the lush bush once was..now ..lets make this country perfect,and protect whats right...sadly money talks...lets keep some of Australia...untouched by future 20thcentury greed for riches..

Both ways learning! We have much to learn from our many beautiful indigineous language groups! These people have true passion for the land!!! & passion means power to protect & preserve!!! Its time to make their passion shine!! Both ways learning!!

Such a positive program with proven benefits in many areas. Please support indigenous rangers into the future. All Australians need this country looked after and indigenous rangers can teach everyone so much about this land.

This is the true heart and history of our wonderful country and it is essential it is preserved. How wonderful to have our indigenous people employed in protecting country and educating us all in the process.

This is a great idea. The more we can help our people reconnect with the our land the more we can connect with it. Create the new Australia. Free of shame and full of hope and gratitude.

Any protected area needs rangers to help maintain it . Traditionally Aboriginal land needs Aboriginal Rangers especially, for their knowledge and experience and interest .

I come from Argentina and have lived in this beautiful country for over 5 years. Latin America and Australia have the responsibility and the gift of being contemporaries to many people that remember who we are and where we need to be heading. Please do not neglect our past and build world future for all.

Employing more indigenous rangers will be good for our entire country, indigenous and non-indigenous alike. Jobs like this will give indigenous people more pride in themselves and our country.

These people know what they are talking about. Anything that supports people and the environment is worth putting funding into. This scheme is vital to the Aboriginal people and the environment. Please don't cut funding!

The right person for the job is always the most qualified...the enormous wealth of intelligence, knowledge and wisdom of Indigenous Australians is a sorely under-appreciated resource.

There is no one better equipped to protect the Australian Nature than it's original people. I know this and have felt it all my life.

It makes sense to me that the people who have the greatest connection to the land and area have responsibility to care for it, and to be supported to do this if its needed. Heartening to see a program that can give hope to a people, that's very important.

We all need these rangers to look after our land and animals. After 40 thousand years plus, this land was in pristine condition. These people know what they are doing.

Aboriginal people have been caretakers of the land for tens of thousands of years. They have the knowledge to combine with modern science to continue to look after the land.

It seems logical to have indigenous pepole to care for the land. They understand it better than anyone else. Their hearts are in it. Why would anyone choose otherwise? So few opportunities are available to aborigines and I trust they would do the best job. It's a natural choice.

Who else knows the land and animals better. They are joined in their souls. Please make the right decision or our land and animals will surely suffer .

Natural areas are vital for mental health, rest and relaxation for everybody. Protected areas, national parks are repositories for animals, plants and need to be undisturbed to survive. Aboriginal custodians can teach everybody the importance of this amazing land.

Simply because this land belongs to the "indigenous" people. Whatever it takes to ensure that us (the invaders) do not destroy or take any more land from them then measures need to be put in place. It is their land and we (descendants from the invaders) should be asking permission to use it.

40 000+ years of experience is a damn good resume, the sort of record any employer would not be able to ignore. This accumulated knowledge and extensive depth of experience will always produce far better outcomes for country than Western methods.

Because we have a very poor record of caring for and protecting our wildlife from harm, or worse still extinction. Who better to protect them than Indigenous Rangers who have known this land and its creatures before we were even here. Please help.

Wonderful to see rangers continuing to protect and nurture their country. The on-country school shows it's possible to have the best of both worlds. Congratulations, keep up the great work!

Because our country needs it's original inhabitants to connect with it and help manage it. It gives value to the aboriginal history and connection with the land.

This programme is working and it is a brilliant long term solution. More of them, and really long contracts. As a tax payer, I think this is money well spent.

Indigenous Rangers not only are helping all Australians with the work they do on country, protecting the environment, but they also work closely with local schools. They provide meaningful ways for yourng kids to engage with science, demonstrating a purpose for eduction in remote areas. They do important work influencing generations to come. Aboriginal knowledge is valued in classrooms where rangers visit and/or take students on country to learn both Aboriginal science and 'Western' science together.

They belong to that particular part of the country and therefore are best placed to use their knowledge of that part of the country to protect and conserve it along with fostering further research into how best to continue to do this important work in the face of climate change. It is a continuum that they can pass onto the rest of Australia so we all feel part of this country wherever we are originally from. Good luck with the projects.

This land needs its Indigenous people to care for it because they know it - and us white fellas obviously don't have a clue!

Who better to look after this land than the people who have lived here for thousands of generations. They have the knowledge, they are a part of this land as much as the rocks and the trees, the kangaroo and the emu. If they need to be employed according to white man law, they should be employed in taking care of country. White man took their land, now white man can give it back in slightly obscure but meaningful way.

This is a program which works because Indigenous people are in charge and working in both traditional and modern ways. It should be fully funded and supported because it is the way forward for young as well as older Aboriginal people. Much respect for this work.

On a recent visit to Darwin I was disappointed to see few Aboriginals employed as rangers. They can do this job better than anyone and should be employed to impart their unique knowledge and perspective. Who knows the land better than they do!

"If it aint broke, don't fix it". Aboriginal people have a 40,000 year track record of looking after the land so the Ranger Program is an obvious way to continue that tradition. About time the original custodians of Australia were recognised and paid accordingly to do something that benefits all of humanity

This country needs to be cared for and preserved for future generations and who better than the people who have been caring for it for thousands of years.

I saw this story on the Project and immediately thought what a perfect way to marry people and country together to produce real benefits that solve not just humanitarian crises but environmental as well! Government support should definitely continue

To keep verbal knowledge passing through to all generations. Local indigenous people understand country better than anyone else. Job opportunities & pride in our culture. Stop kids leaving the bush for town life, drugs/alcohol & unemployment.

Indigenous Australian Rangers are thought from an early age how to understand the land and the climate changes and how best to apply those knowledge for the good of Australia.

Health comes from country. When Indigenous peoples are caring for their country they regain their place in society. Governments MUST listen to how Indigenous people want to live on and care for country. LISTEN WITH OPEN HEARTS AND MINDS.

The Original Keepers of the Land are the BEST ones to be taking care of the land now. Nobody knows the land as well as they do so who better to take care of it.

I think this is a great program that has so many reasons for being such a positive impact for our indigenous people and our country. We need as much support as possible.

The First Australians caring for their land can teach all Australians. Such an ancient culture should be allowed to thrive and prosper for the benefit of all people. Respect for our land and our ancestors must take a modern form in a strong society.

Think about it... if sustainable, long-term commitment to Aboriginal ranger programs were implemented all over the nation we'd see less bush fires, less country being diminished and un-cared for and I'd bet that we'd have nourished land and a lot more natural resources being produced, which means healthy lifestyles, healthy choices, naturally produced. Not to mention we'd have more blackfulla's in employment, which leads to independence (financially, emotionally, physically), from that we will have a sense of pride and ownership back of what we know best - our families, our communities and of course being care takers of the homelands of generations and generations before us

I was born in Australia and believe that the gatekeepers to our land are the ones that truly care about it. Using Indigenous person's knowledge and expertise to protect and care for Australia is necessary for it's future generations. This is their spiritual land, they know it like the back of their hand, they hear it's heartbeat and know instinctively how to care and nurture it.

We live in the Anthropocene- we must learn to live with our landscapes or risk not living at all. Indigenous people understand the intertwined nature of people and the land, and their traditional cultural practices create coexistence with Australia.

Indigenous rangers would have a deep understanding of the land and living creatures on it that needs to be shared and kept alive for all of us.

It's the right thing to do with the rightful owners of the land taking care of their own as they know how to do it best.

Aboriginal language and culture, with an unbroken connection to country, is very precious. It enriches all Australians. Ranger jobs are important way for Aboriginal people to preserve traditional knowledge participating in the wider economy. It's a double win!

For 60,000 years Indigenous peoples have lived in harmony with the land and all life on it in a sustainable way. It is essential to the well being of this country (not just humans) that Indigenous ecological knowledge leads the way into the future.

We are unable to turn back the clock when the 1st European/white fella's came to this Gorgeous Country, creating much hardships,devastation and destruction.. BUT we can make a positive change in real time now by supporting our land's traditional people to preserve,protect, educate and ensure our country maintains and preserves it's beauty, eco-system, wildlife, customs and right's! In these right hands we can ensure the clock tick's for a brighter here and now and for our future! much love, support and respect xxx

When I encounter rangers on K'Gari (Fraser Island) I am grateful for their presence - but when the rangers are indigenous - especially if they are Butchella, I feel honoured to meet and speak with them. More of this please, not less.

I fully support Indigenous rangers for our country. It makes sense that people who are connected to the land become paid carers of that land. I believe we would all benefit from the increased representation of more Indigenous rangers working throughout Australia.

Our country needs management to keep fire, feral animals and weeds under control, and to protect our precious plants and animals. I think traditional owners are the best people for the job.

I think it make sense to have Indigenous Rangers. They have great wealth of knowledge and are the perfect choice for the best way to manage the land. It also creates role models amongst the indigenous communities and encourages and inspires the younger generation. It's a win, win situation all round.

Country needs people - indigenous rangers help stem the tide of extinctions caused by habitat loss and feral animals. People need country - re-connecting with country helps build resilience in regional & remote communities.

Because this land belongs to the indigenous people and if I trust it to anyone to look after it it would be those people who understand and feel it.

While travelling recently through Tjoritja country in Central Australia, it was so good to see Aboriginal rangers caring for their land and sharing knowledge about these unique and beautiful environments

Aboriginal people have been caring for country for tens of thousands of years. They are probably more qualified than anyone to keep doing so...

The world is hurting big time and the world needs love and respect if it is to heal. I support all those worldwide whose only motivation is compassion for our planet, it's people's, it's animals and its plant life. Greedy governments, big business and apathetic people are destroying our home and we need more ecological warriors and we need them now

Indigenous People know more about this land than white people. They treat it with love and respect, know the way to manage it and will not stuff it up like we whities have for hundreds of years. More Indigenous Rangers please.

Australia has wonderful national parks that everyone values. But the great work of indigenous rangers is the backbone of the care for country and their workshops educate visitors in some of the ancient knowledge and understandings which they willingly share.

Aborigines have had a reverence for the land for thousands of years, a quality that sets Aborigines above the rest of Australian society, there is no greater sacred trust then the stewardship of the land, if it cannot sustain us we perish, there are no others more qualified then the Aborigines .

It is my opinion that the Australian Aboriginal People are naturals at preservation of our countrys wilderness and environment and as such are VERY interested in results for the betterment of the land.

Who better to care for the land and its flora and fauna than Aboriginal rangers? They will give the land the care it needs and get back the respect and sense of belonging they have had taken from them.

There is no one better to be able to understand the land & Protected Indigenous Areas than The Aboriginal Peoples. I fully support Indigenous Rangers & Indigenous Protected Areas. It makes perfect sense, our Indigenous Peoples know their land.

"I believe that knowledge and The Truth has given me a choice and my choice, is to support and believe in all you are doing!" Thank you

I hope that our children and future adults benefit from the knowledge they can gain from our indigenous Rangers. We can best learn from the most capable custodians of this beautiful land and coast.

Whilst travelling the Flinders Ranges in South Australia, my husband and I were fortunate enough to meet and be informed and spend time with the Ranger who was an Indigineous Australian of Aboriginal descent. He was doing a great job. Aboriginals managed this country for 40,000 plus years. White people are destroying it in 250 years.

This program offers benefit to all Australians. It provides employment to Indigenous people in a field they are experienced in and passionate about. And they can help educate non-indigenous people about how to preserve and protect our unique and wonderful land and creatures that inhabit it.

I support indigenous rangers and indigenous protectors of Country because it is their heritage and their Dreaming. I back them all the way.

Indigenous rangers are important not only for the land, the fauna and flora, but they are vital for communities, especially children, to see that the land is worth caring for and their people hold worthwhile jobs. The benefits all round are immeasurable.

Indigenous Rangers belong to this country - they are the BEST people for the job. What a beautiful example they are setting for the little ones.

To have indigenous rangers caring for country gives me hope that at least some of our nation is in the right hands. Supporting indigenous rangers is caring for our heart and soul and will make us all better off. I can't think of a better use of resources than this.

Remote jobs are scarce. Country needs care and our borders security. What better way than employ Rangers to do this work. Win win in my book

I lived in the Flinders Ranges and firmly believe no one else is more qualified than the indigenous rangers to share their knowledge of their country

It is imperative that indigenous people be given work and responsibility to protect their lands and it is their birthright. I have spent time with indigenous rangers on a holiday in Tiwi Islands and it was fantastic and an unforgettable experience.

If we really value these unique environments - and we do! - then it's a 'no-brainer': we need our indigenous peoples who are connected to the land, working there to care for it so that we can all continue to appreciate and responsibly share the beauty of Australia.

Indigenous people have been safeguarding this land for 60,000 years without destroying it. Now more than ever we need their care and protection so people of all backgrounds are able to live here.

It makes sense that the people who know the Land and is part of the Land are the people to be the Rangers of the Land - this is a no brainer

With such a long history and wealth of knowledge of country there's no one more appropriate than indigenous rangers to know what needs to be done

I support indigenous rangers for the very reason that the traditional owners understand the importance of caring for our Earth and it's wildlife. Through culture, they have a deep connection to place and this also provides some wonderful role models for generations to come. Please support this worthy cause.

I trust the traditional owners of the land to look after our country better than the government who lets it be bled dry by industry. This is highly valuable, highly respectable work and it is wonderful to find an occupation that we actually need filling and can be done so perfectly by a group of people who usually miss out when the jobs are handed out. This is a perfect match in so many ways, and you know our country is in good hands!

Indigenous have such an intimate and respectful relationship with the land. Their very identity and wellbeing is encompassed within that so caring for it as at the core of who they are. White Australia has demonstrated we are a lot more selfish and much less caring when it comes to country - land degradation, mining, reef destruction, water and air pollution, species endangerment and extinction to name but a few.

There are no other people more qualified to look after our country than Indigenous people who have generations of expertise dating back 40-60,000 years. Australia needs more Indigenous rangers and Indigenous Protected Areas to ensure our beautiful country is maintained and protected from the likes of miners and multinational corporations who take and destroy for no other purpose but to make profits. Governments need to stop thinking short-term with their neo-liberal policies and instead think long-term. As our world continues to be impacted by climate change we need to advocate for ecological justice.

Indigenous rangers on traditional lands are truly the way forward if we are to protect the land that gives all of us life. Their knowledge and skills are awesome, and they can care for the land in a way that we white fellows can't.

My childhood was spent on the land and the only way to save this country for future generations is to employ people who have an affinity, love and connection with the flora and fauna of Australia and to protect it from politicians that want to use outback Australia for a dumping graveyard for nuclear waste for financial gain!!

Ngara from an Anglo in Queensland! All land that humans coexist on needs managing. Whether you're a gardener, a farmer or an Indigenous person on Country, we know connection and understanding is needed to manage our land well. Those connections and knowledge takes time, and Indigenous Aussies have had 50,000 years or more to know well what is required. I value the Rangers highly because I've worked with Indigenous people and I've been on Country, and they're the best people for the job. This is Aboriginal country, but it needs help, and they're the people to do it.

We need our indigenous Rangers, they know the land and the animals, they always have and always will know the land, I'm incredibly proud of our indigenous people, incredibly proud of our first people.

I support Indigenous Rangers because i believe they are the True Leaders of a Land we all share and we could learn so much if we whities just got over our self important delusions. It's Time!!!! I Stand With my Indigenous Elders with love compassion and humility. :)

I spent quite a long time in the Flinders Ranges,where I met a ranger from the Andnamatya ( please forgive my spelling I've forgotten how to spell ) Gill was his name and I had a bit to do with the people from there. I can't speak highly enough about the job they were doing .they were also among the nicest people I have ever met. I've never understood why we don't learn more about "culture" ,especially in the schools. Regards Margaret.

Look after country and country will look after you. Indigenous rangers are the best qualified because they have a vested interest for there mission to succeed

The indigenous people have been conserving our great land for thousands of years. They understand it better than anyone because the land is part of their souls. The young see their elders' love for the land and this encourages in them a sense of purpose.

I look at what is around me in this beautiful precious place where i reside and honour and respect the original landowners for the sacrifices and turmoil they endured due to our settlement. What better way to continue this honour and respect by handing back this right to the original landowners - we europeans are certainly not doing a great job of it.

Against all odds, and in spite of every obstacle, these brilliant rangers are helping to heal a big scar on the land and in our hearts. You give me hope that not all is lost, that there is still so much to fight for. Thank you for your strength and devotion to Country.

Indigenous Rangers are the best people for the job of looking after the land as they have grown up in the areas and will know the best way to protect it. These rangers will have more common sense than a person who goes to college to become a ranger or an environmentalist. Good luck to them all.

Of course we need Indigenous rangers on Indigenous land. They are the custodians from a line of at least 50,000 years. No need for further explanation.

Indigenous Rangers working on their country protecting their country understanding their country. There is no one better they are the true natural custodians of the land They have been here for hundreds of thousands of years. We must respect them and give them back 100% ownership & responsibilty for their land

It is best if indigenous rangers are employed to take care of land/water portions set aside for special reasons under the banner of 'indigenous protected areas' because there is already a connection with the place based on the rangers being from that place and hence there is a duty of care and stewardship relationships are already established in relation to doing this work well.

Australia belongs to our Indigenous People. They have been stewards of this land for thousands of year. It makes sense that this great land is still in their care.

Why do I support this initiative? The goals stated and outcomes already achieved are more than a lot of non-indigenous initiatives have achieved. This is good for all Australians. A great initiative. Protecting our precious environment, supporting cultural strength, creating jobs for people to support their families, opening up new opportunities for men and women, young and old, and creating genuine and positive partnerships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. Indigenous rangers and Indigenous Protected Areas are a contemporary expression of the unbroken and ancient connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to this continent.

Indigenous Australians have been the longstanding custodians and carers of this land. The role of a Ranger is one of extreme importance and deservedly trusted to the Indigenous peoples. The Rangers have the most remarkable workplace of them all

When you read the literature on Indigenous Protected Areas and compare these areas to non-protected areas, you fully understand and appreciate the great work being done by Indigenous Rangers on Country, to ensure Australia has healthy ecosystems for the future. The comparative maps tell the story. It is blatantly obvious. Read 'People on Country: Vital Landscapes, Indigenous Futures' edited by Jon Altman and Sean Kerins. Healthy Country means healthy Australians.

When someone loves the land in that special way, they are the ones to look after it, tend it and keep it safe.

These custodians have a strong connection to the earth that we need to keep alive. They can teach us all to be more grateful for the planet we live on. With specific specialised knowledge of the environment, their jobs must be celebrated. Thank you for what you do.

Not only are these areas important for our first peoples culture and identity but they are also important for the wider community at large and Indigenous Rangers are helping to conserve fast disappearing natural environments in Australia

I am convinced that the Indigenous Rangers Program is a win win for all of us. It provides sustainable jobs that reflect Indigenous People's spirit and skills. It is not an expensive policy, it is a sensible investment. It is good for our country. It is good for our environment. It is good for our communities and families. Every added Ranger position is a plus ! More please !!

More power and support to these many great Australian men and women who are passionate about caring, and protecting our Country with its fragile environment. I love Australia, and they love it more than me and deserve all the support that we can give them to help to repair the many ears of abuse, neglect and exploitation that we have heaped upon this land.

When we visit Aboriginal lands we are in awe of the beauty and historical significance of the country and expect to meet and hear the stories from the original custodians who have the best knowledge and ways of presenting it to visitors. Aboriginal Rangers, taking care of their own country, makes sense and will ensure continuity for the future, in terms of employment and protection of the country.

The indigenous people understand the land and its diverse wildlife more than any others and working as rangers they will protect it for future generations and vitally provide role models for the next generation

Greed and overseas investors are slowly destroying this beautiful country. I believe Indigenous Australians have the natural skills and feel for the land like no other and they can make things right. I believe our rainfall is depleting rainfall is due to clearing of land for grazing and mining. I would love to see more politicians comment and back this project as I know Indigenous Australians will make a positive difference for our country.

We keep saying we want to help the Aboriginal community, encourage them to gain an education and employment, be inspired, so put into actions the words you speak. There's no one better to look after the land than the Aboriginal people. Gives them pride of heritage. Gives them purpose and meaning. Gives them sense of family and belonging in a way our society fails at. They're not outcasts or second rate citizens. They are a resourceful and knowledgable people who are valuable to this country and have lots to teach us about it if they're not hindered from their rights.

It should be obvious to anyone that Indigenous People must be employed in these areas. Who else has such a great connection and understanding of the land and it's flora and fauna, plus it's history.

Because they want to care for this land. Not destroy it like others. Also they are a great role model for indigenous kids who a lot of the time do not have this. Let they do their work as they do it better and know what they can teach all of us.

In 2009 I did a tourist trip,near Yirrkala N.T.clearing ghost nets of beaches.We worked alongside the indigenous rangers.It is an excellent way of giving vital ,meaningful work to the traditional landowners.

It's a brilliant initiative which has a wide range of benefits and flow-on effects - from protecting and nurturing our unique Australian flora, fauna and landscape, to empowering indigenous mob and culture

I support indigenous rangers in protected areas because this is work that they clearly love doing and feel totally connected to. The rangers are the best people to build knowledge and understanding of these areas and that will feed into refining strategies for caring for this land, that are actually effective. A powerful knowledge base can be developed from people who know what they're doing and really love what they're doing.

As a white Australian there is nothing more uplifting than seeing Indigenous youth being empowered to meld the modern techniques of land and cultural management with the knowledge of country that has been practiced for thousands of years. We have a unique opportunity to preserve an ancient culture and provide meaningful employment for indigenous individuals of all ages that draws on the best of both indigenous and western knowledge. It would be my hope that through this interaction of two cultures we achieve true reconcilliation.

Indigenous Rangers view their country with different eyes. They see Potential but without destruction and exploitation. Australia needs these people to preserve our heritage.

Country deserves our love, understanding and respect. If our land is sick, we are sick. Indigenous Rangers are doing some of the most meaningful work in our beautiful homeland.

It simply makes sense! For most indigenous people, identity is strongly linked to the land. Having indigenous rangers and indigenous protected areas has numerous benefits: It helps younger generations reconnect with their heritage, it provides employment where it is needed, it keeps sensitive areas cherished and protected.

Because they are essential to the land and people, with out you I wouldn't know who to ask permission to enter your land's. You are visible to all travelers, making sure visitors obey the law in your area.

No one has a greater understanding of, or feel for, a balanced environment than aboriginal people. Formalizing their pact with the land is one way to make good what has been taken away from them.

This program provides opportunities for indigenous Australians to continue to care for country as they have for millennia. The program ensures real jobs in stewardship of land for future generations of all Australians. For God's sake, get behind it.

Being an Indigenous Ranger is so sensible. These people have a genuine love of their Country. They are truly committed to the role & do not worship the almighty dollar, as many other cultures do.

In my opinion this land belongs to indigenous people. Their knowledge is invaluable, dream time stories amazing and their love for this country to be envied.

The indigenous people are and have been the custodians of the land for thousands and thousands of years. It is a sacred tradition born of respect and understanding. Australia needs these indigenous rangers, the true custodians now more than ever. Their vast skills and knowledge of the land are crucial to preserving our unique wildlife and flora.

Working in rural and remote areas I understand the importance of opportunities for people to stay in their communities and lead and educate their people. They understand their land and people - they know what is needed - we need to listen and assist in anyway we can. I was given great respect and love when I worked in the North West Qld. Thank you to all my murrie family.

As an immigrant I know how very lucky I am to live in this beautiful land, which always was and always will be Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander country. If land and people are one then Indigenous rangers are essential.

Indiginous Australians were here 50,000 years before invasion. They could drink from any river & not get sick. Now in the last 200 we have poisoned the water. No longer can you drink from just any river. The aboriginal people are the rightful care takers of this land& should be allowed that opportunity to do so because it will benefit us all& your great grand children.

When I visit anyplace I want to be guided and informed by those with the best information and the deepest knowledge and appreciation. Does this NECESSARILY mean an indigenous ranger is required? Perhaps, perhaps not.... but the EXPERIENCE the customer or visitor takes away with them to share with the world is ALWAYS better when their guide can offer the authenticity of ''the real thing''.

Indigenous Australians understand and know this countries magnificent and fragile landscape better than anyone, so of course they are the ones who should be the custodians of the land, and educate future generations to do the same.

The rangers and the land are one entity. No one knows better how to care for that land than they do. Support the ranger program for both them and future generations, black and white.

I don't think there should be any question that there should be as many indigenous rangers as possible. You want a diverse workforce capable of looking after this land and indigenous people who come from those areas have traditional connections that others don't have. They have a stake, a vested interest. Plus it's also clear that people need to be gainfully employed to be independent. I'm all for appropriate training and opportunities to enable more indigenous rangers. I think it could be a significant selling point, also, for attracting international tourists - because local (indigenous) knowledge is deep.

When do “so called leader” realise that investing in peoples’ education can and will reduce social security payments, decrease social problems and most important, decrease suicide. Support the people of the country so the can stay + work where they love to stay + work.

I have had the great privilege of been shown areas by indigenous Rangers and I think their knowledge and love taught me much of the wonderful places our country has and the stories that belong to it

It makes sense to have the people with the most education, experience and knowledge doing this job. 40 000+ years is hard to beat!

After living on this continent sustainably for some 50000 year's it would be fool hardy for non-indigenous Australia not to want Indigenous rangers. Not only for the health and well being of Indigenous communities and people but also for the country itself and to preserve Indigenous history.

I support the rangers for what they do and for what they teach us. We need to remember that we don't own the land but we belong to it.

Indigenous peoples have looked after and cared for this land for over 40,000 years and have a deep connection with it. What better way to look after this magnificent asset than the first Australians. We should all stand proud next to our indigenous brothers and support them

There is, No one more Qualified, To look After, The Land. Than The Very People Who Own It, and Have ALWAYS Cared For it!!

Indigenous people are the natural custodians of the land. For them, it is more than a one dimensional piece of dirt. It is an all embracing multi dimensional culture covering every aspect of life, past, present and future.

I think the plan is the best way of protecting and utilizing the land and country since the Dutch crashed a few ships on the western shores of the continent a few centuries ago. I applaud the efforts and the rationale. Well done!

Indigenous rangers have knowledge of their country that we don't. They how to care for it & they provide very necessary role models for young people. The program is proving very successful & worthwhile. It would be a great loss to our country & society if it were to be curtailed in any way.

Only courageous people like Indigenous Rangers have a true knowledge of and connection with the land. Politicians and Corporate CEO's must listen and work with and learn from these Rangers

We came thinking we knew better than Aboriginal people, but we ruined them and their land. Now we have ecological disasters and climate change. It is not too late to learn what's really best from the Aborigines we have silenced. That is why we need Aboriginal rangers. They connect with country. We don't know how.

Ranger programs and IPAs make a vital contribution to maintaining knowledge and connection to country, upholding the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to live on and care for their homelands, and sustaining Australia's unique ecosystems.

This country needs so many more Indigenous Rangers working on the land. They love the land and know how to care for the land and protect it, not like the greedy mining and CSG companies, who don't care how much destruction they cause in the name of the almighty dollar.

Let the people who want to live in the bush protect and care for it now and in the future. Provide substantial resources for them to do so! Give them high wages for their work to demonstrate to others the worth of what they do....

Our Indigenous people have a natural affinity and connection to this land. We have an appalling, ignorant, hidden and shameful record of European settlement on it. Our first step in facing our past, and redressing gross moral wrong, is to make sure our Indigenous people are restored, wherever possible, to their connection to land that was stolen from them. This is work that is necessary, and that they will excel at, but It may also be the groundwork for a new beginning. and an Australia we can be proud of

Indigenous rangers and indigenous protected areas are essential to the protection of country. I believe Indigenous people with connection to the land know best how to detect changes, protect species and landscape, and work with scientists to mitigate the effects of climate change. The knowledge benefits all of Australia and I hope the programme will be expanded and continue indefinitely.

Indigenous Rangers are not only essential for the wellbeing of Country, but they are important role models for the young people. With their invaluable work they maintain a healthy Country & teach their culture to those that follow.

Children learn mostly by example,so, these rangers are powerful role models in their communities! They are already acutely underfunded and underestimated! Bless these inspiring rangers and all their good works...Shame on our government.

Indigenous rangers are natural carers of this land. It is part of them and so it makes perfect sense that they should be essentially involved in looking after it. Once went on trip to Ngarrindjeri lands which was just wonderful because of the indigenous ranger and his unique insight.

The power of the country binds its people and other living creatures together. What a great purpose it is to care for all of this.

I have been fortunate to have aboriginal guides to show me their country when I visited Uluru, Yellow waters at Jabiru and Nourlangie rock in Kakadu NP. I was very impressed with the unique knowledge they have of everything about their country and with the way they were happy to share it with us. Of course we need more aboriginal guides and rangers.

Because there is no one more equipped to care for our country, and because there is no country more equipped to care back for Indigenous peoples.

Our country needs people, proud Indigenous people, working on their land, connecting, educating, healing, for the wellbeing of all Australians. I support the vital work of the Indigenous Rangers program.

I support this because I want the traditional owners to be able to look after this country the way it should be looked after ,so I can enjoy it

I believe the Blue Mountains region in New South Wales also needs to be protected, not just for cultural reasons - but because Indigenus Rangers are also environmental protectors for future generations.

Because of their long and special connection to and deep knowledge of the land, indigenous rangers are able to care for their country to protect and preserve it for future generations. Furthermore, especially in remote areas indigenous people need to have important and worthwhile work to do to enable communities to withstand the challenges many of them face.

I am very grateful and indebted to the corps of Indigenous rangers who care for precious wilderness land, that would be otherwise taken over by environmental weeds and feral animals. The rangers protect and maintain the land for so it will be pristine for future generations. That's a hell of a job. Thanks.

All of our Government initiatives promote merit based selection to find the " best person for the job ". Finally they've done it !!! We now have the best people taking care of their land.

This nation needs Indigenous Rangers to protect the fragile land which is being abused by ignorant governments. The Rangers will ensure that future generations will have an environment left for them to appreciate.

Indigenous rangers are the strongest role models for indigenous kids - representing the value of work, pride in their culture with emphasis on connection to land.

I think it's all about empowerment. We can learn so much from our indigenous, who have so much ancient wisdom to share. If we could live like them, we would have a much healthier world and be much healthier people connected to our environment.

Australia's land belongs to Aboriginal people so it is imperative we look after and protect their land. They are the best people to carry out ranger protection to their own land.

This is good for all Australians. A great initiative; helping to protect our unique environment, supporting cultural identity and strength, creating jobs for people to support their families with opportunities for both men and women. This venture also builds positive partnerships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians with rangers who share their knowledge, love and respect for this land that we all love.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have been looking after this country for millennia, finally we can pay a bit of back rent by acknowledging their skills and dedication with financial reward, as well as with respect and appreciation, thank you.

Common Sense should Prevail here. Let those who know the Land Care for the Land. And Preserve it as it should be. & Pass the Knowledge on to the Young, to Continue on for all to Admire & Enjoy the World's Oldest Land on Earth. I Support the True Care Taker's of Australia.

It is so good to hear of a program that is making a difference and enabling care of Country. Should be Australia wide.

The people who know the country are the best caretakers for that country. This program provides job opportunities for those who need them most and needs to continue into perpetuity

Well done men and women. You are all valuable role models to the younger generation. Get the Spirit back in to the land and our great country, it has been missing for too long now. . God Bless.

The outback is precious and while for many Australians it looks tough and hostile, it is fragile and needs care and love. the indigenous rangers are able to do that - for the benefit of land, native animals and all our people for posterity.

I support Indigenous rangers being employed because I believe in justice not wealth, this form of employment provides an added pathway to justice.

Here in Botany Bay is the most important as in most communities our children grow on country they learn from there elders when they leave school there is no work for our children rather than be on the street or on welfare our children need to work on country it lifts there self esteem knowing that they become role models for future generations and make our elders and families proud

I've been travelling in WA for a year. I've loved seeing Traditional Owners working as Park Rangers. It's just a fabulous way for people to be on country doing a great job. 

As the original owners of the land, who else has the deep understanding of how this land needs to be protected and cared for. Indigenous rangers can teach all of us how to respect and care for this wonderful country that we live in. The added benefit to the community of proud and respected indigenous people is incalculable.

I support more indigenous rangers and indigenous protected areas because they are trained and have a heritage of caring for the environment of Australia especially areas outside of populated areas such as cities and towns. The occupation of ranger is ideally suited to indigenous Australians and should be promoted and supported to provide status for first nations people and an opportunity to show their talent and knowledge which in turn will build respect from the rest of the community.

I want our environment protected because for too long it has has been exploited by mining companies. In an age of 'climate and envrionmental emergency' there is not one group of people better equiped and experienced to look after our land than the Idigenous Australians. Give Indigenous Australians the chance to do what they do best. They are a critical part of tommorows solutions.

I love this initiative because it works at every level - it nurtures local landscapes and communities as well as rehabilitating the national environment and influencing global attitudes

This land is their land, they know it, have been here for centuries before we came here so why not let them look after the land that they know and love. I am so proud to live in this country and am more than happy to see Aboriginal people be the ones to help us to help the land. Man has destroyed so much already so lets hope that these lovely people can restore and maintain the balance that this land needs.

This is the kind of work and commitment that the land is calling out for - not land clearing and more coal mines.

I support Indigenous Rangers, because like all First Nations People Globally, they are very aware of the Science and Nature of the area they live in as they are truly close to the Earth, to the real environment in our Global Village.

"Australia needs the wisdom and knowledge that the Indigenous Rangers share and pour into Country - so as to defeat all the harmfulness being done, and to keep Country healthy.

Nobody knows the land better than Australia's indigenous people, they need to be out there sharing their knowledge and love of country to the rest of the world.

Because only the Aboriginal people really know the land .They have been in spiritual contact with it for centuries .You only have to look at the destruction we have done to it and the habitat.Am sorry for that.

Australia's natural environment faces so many threats ranging from climate change to feral animals. It's vital that it is well managed - who better to take on the task than Indigenous Rangers, those who care for their Country.

It's about society, environment and economy at local and national levels. It's about the life of the land and the life of people. Mr Turnbull said tell us what works. This works.

Nobody is better qualified than those first peoples for whom this land is in their hearts, minds, and blood. There is a innate committment there to do what is right and being a Ranger gives pride and honour to their cultural knowledge, their communities and their personal wellbeing in a way no mining hand-out/trade off ever can. This the the most appropriate future for first peoples especially in the the far-flung places but anywhere and everywhere where there are peoples who know their country. So little is known about Australia's unique biodiversity, here is a perfect match to meet the need for quality care, monitoring and knowledge to be merged with meaningful sustainable work and strong community modelling that expands all knowledge and allows for teaching, tourism, research etc to expand economic options for our first peoples. All Australians need this to happen for them. We need to learn about this relationship to country so decisions made will serve it now and in the future.

Australia needs indigenous Rangers - what better way could there be to look after our precious land? This is the best way to nurture self esteem and good mental health.

As someone who has great love of this country called Australia, it is my belief that indigenous rangers are definitely the most qualified people to take care of it. I would like to see all school children included in an Indigenous Environmental Education program so they grow up to love this wonderful country as much as I do.

I have been in a group where an indigenous ranger talked about returning shearwaters - it was the most informative talk I have attended.

Fantastic to hear from you guys doing the work you do. Far better than working in some filthy mine that only destroys what was once a wonderful country.

Having indigenous rangers is a bit like having a safety net for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and an opportunity to guarantee all Australians benefit from their vast pool of knowledge

The indigenous ranger program is vital to ensure we have enough people, out there protecting the land and environment, who understand how it all works. They have been learning this work all their lives.

i am sure Indigenous Rangers will provide many new activities for saving us by maintaining diversity and sustainable interactions with our environments. They will do it better than we who came much later. I think supporting more indigenous rangers will start reinforcing cycles of improvement that our environments need badly.

My experience at Uluru was enhanced by the information and contact with indigenous Rangers. I expect the many tourists who visit Australia find the experience enriched by indigenous Rangers. We can't have to many. Great work.

Supporting indigenous Rangers program supports all that is truly important : cultural knowledge. Valuing knowledgeable men and women . Effective conservation of country.. The amazing country we all all home. Promoting biodiversity. Valuable work. And generating conservation and economic pathways Keep it up country needs people.

Growing up in a remote community I saw Aboriginal police trackers become policemen, nurses' aides becoming nurses, teachers' aides becoming teachers but most of all I saw the love of the community for the land, the pride taken in handing down knowledge of hunting, fishing, tracking and how to look after the country we lived in. I met aboriginal rangers and could see what the job meant to them. It was great for us to hear what had been handed down over centuries, knowledge of the land and our place in it.

Indigenous peoples have a unique understanding of the landscape which they have travelled over and lived in for many thousands of years. We would be foolish to ignore their knowledge and skills and I for one would be very grateful to them for offering to work as rangers in what are often difficult conditions

I feel that indigenous people understand our land best. They know the use of fire, water plants and animals. They have a vast knowledge of all these things. Until other nationalities arrived our land was in excellent condition . Indigenous people have so much great knowledge to provide.they need more power and access to look after our land . Properly and for the leaders in government to listen to informed indigenous people on the maintenance of our country for us all

We have to look after the land...

I support Indigenous Rangers as they have an intimate relationship with this land & are the best caretakers for the future preservation of our country.

I support Aboriginal Rangers as they are the most qualified to care for this beautiful country. Hopefully they can also teach the youth so their knowledge and connection with the environment stays strong. I have much gratitude for their great work and help.

I support indigenous people as rangers because I feel they have a special connection to the land and will do their best to love and care for it and our wildlife.

Because their ancestors and descendants have lived and breathed this beautiful land of ours a LOT longer than us whose ancestors only arrived just over 225 years ago, with their English and mixed European ideas on how this country should be cared for. It is now time to let people who Know this country be employed to look after and care for it in Perpetuity.

Having more Indigenous rangers makes complete sense. It is important to protect Country, to build pride and purpose, to give hope to young people, to help teach us about the land, culture and people.

People from country being enabled to look after it? How can this not make perfect sense? I vote for training and financial support to give people pride in themselves and their community and help them to protect the countryside for all Australians.

It's vitally important for the land, the culture and employment in these places to keep indigenous rangers on country. If we don't understand that yet in Australia, we're deaf, blind and dumbed down.

At last an initiative that provides gainful and meaningful employment for our first people without negative or tokenistic overtones. They are the only ones qualified to care for this land. We can learn a lot from them. Totally supporting this.

When we came to your country,as immigrants it was Australia Day 1980, your people stood on the banks at Botany Bay ,burning eucalyptus and bearing your flag.in my young years we enjoyed stories from many mobs. From the darrawal people. I have had the luxury to travel since then into parts of this country that has as equally frighted me as inspired me . But one thing I do know is that what little of your land is left, even though its vast. Commands the opportunity for rangers that understand true worth ! And be preserved by your stories and heritage.this country needs your people, and the dreamtime stories that bring to life history.

This is the best way to look after Australia and its people. Together they can help the land and keep and fulfil their place as stewards of the land as they have done for so long.

Indigenous rangers are the people with the knowledge it's way past not listening to there wisdom. Lets all listen with our heart and soul.

We need to ensure Indigenous culture is practiced through the work of Rangers, which will show all Australians how to better relate to our natural world. However, we also need to learn and think about many other Aboriginal philosophies to put our heads in a better space for contemplating the future.

I long for the day when I can take my family on an indigenous trek in ANY part of Australia. I can't imagine a more informative way of getting to know this country. I was recently in North Queensland and there was no Aboriginal Knowledge available to us except what was on tourist signposts. As a non-indigenous person I was both disappointed and ashamed that this wasn't a naturally available alternative. Keep up the good work.

Any move to interfere with or defund the Indigenous Ranger/Caring for Country program would be plainly genocidal, a crime against both Aboriginal people, and against the Australian environment and its threatened species. Expand its funding, but don't interfere in its work, Senator Scullion.

I support Indigenous Rangers working to protect Australia's Rangelands. What a logical and sensible and sensitive way to look after both the land and Australia's First peoples

Indiginous people were the first Australians, and are directly connected to the Earth and Nature. They understand from their culture and upbringing, ( from Elders), that it is emminent to protect Nature as we are bond to Mother Earth, a notion and believe that is lost for the white men. Now we find that without this connection with Nature, people have lost themselves, destroying and dumping everything in Nature, a total loss of respect, so a loss of self- respect. Having said that, something that American Indians predicted long ago, and ignored, i find this opportunity for the indigenous Australian people of staying, becoming Rangers totally appropriate, as they are the best keepers and helpers to profoundly understand their jobs, that no white men can compete, because Nature is inherent part of indeginous culture and the source of all. So yes Let them be and train more Rangers. From a white wog woman, who is too connected . Christine

Everyone wins with Indigenous ranger programs- people are supported to do what they love, communities thrive, the conservation values are priceless, carbon emissions are lowered.

The Traditional owners of the Land, know what is best for the land,they are one with the land,they are the keepers of the Land.Aboriginals are the traditional owners who walk,talk and breath the Land, they are best placed to what is best!!!

It is simple really it is Duty of Care by us the human species. The Mission statement is" Looking after Country" . Mother Earth is a living being and we humans are gifted to be living on this earth. We look after her she looks after and provides for us. However we are not living up to our side of the agreement and we are in for a big wake up call as seen in the current climate changes taking place in the world today. So let's take care of our unique country and do our bit by keeping the Ranger programme alive as they are the keepers/guardians doing the good work for our mob. We have the opportunity to lead the world in what we do here so let's pull together as one mob and our legacy will be a great country for our kids and their kids. That's what I'm talking about, one love-love our mother earth:-)

We should be so lucky that we have people that understand the land- an indigenous people. I trust that they have that innate knowledge in their DNA cause they been here as long as the land. They love the land and the land spirit talk to them, this is true. We need to protect our land, and I trust that best protectors ARE the indigenous people. Us, the white race are proven destroyers, let indigenous protect what is left in good shape, please. They have my voice. Kind regards Lidia

Because they're vital to the continual protection of there land and native species of flora and fauna no money could have the same value

A wonderful thing for our country and it people. We want to protect what I believe all Australians are most proud of, the uniqueness of the land. Employment opportunities for indigenous peoples who have inherited have a deep connection to the land makes good sense.

Indigenous rangers have the unique knowledge of the land and animals, the movement of the seasons and the effect on the land. They have cared for and managed the land that they live on and have prosper for generations after generations and passed on the knowledge to those new generations so they can care for the land and all its diversity. I'm 100 per cent behind you. Keep doing a great job so we can all enjoy the land and it's beauty and diversity.

Only the True people of this Country understand Country and will care for it as it should be cared for. Give these people the right to care fir their country

People need meaningful employment opportunities in order to thrive as healthy strong independent members of society. What could be more meaningful than working in one's own community, on one's own country? It's a no-brainer!

They know best what is best for this land. Believe me, they looked after this land for more than over 40 000 years.

I can't think of a reason not to support Aboriginal Rangers. Who knows and respects the land more? Who has been caring for the land for more than 40,000 years? Who are the people, needed to be role models for young Aboriginal people? It's common sense to employ Aboriginal Rangers.

No one knows country like the people that have lived 'with' the country for thousands of years passing their skills and knowledge through the generations. Our country needs our people and our people need our country.

Indigenous Australians are the traditional custodians of our Land, Australia. I 'trust' them, they know the land, they respect it, understand it and they are a part of the land. They will protect the land for future generations, for all Australians.

Indigenous Aboriginal people were the first peoples to populate this amazing country we now call "home". Their knowledge and affinity with this land make them the ideal people to work as rangers and guides protecting this precious land. Being a role model for children is one of the most important impressions made on a child. This is a win- win situation !!!

Aboriginal peoples have managed Australia sustainably for thousands of years. They understand how it works. They are the best people to be working as rangers and carers of country and should be encouraged to do so in all possible ways - for the good of us all.