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The culturally rich region is home to 36,014 people which rises-up by 50,000 during the winter months as many visitors travel here.
the region is via two main airports and several small airports servicing interregional flights. Shipping is accessed by three major ports and two
The diverse population is made up of 41% Aboriginal people representing over 30 traditional language groups. 40 Over 91% of the land in the region has been determined under Native Title and comes under the control or influence of those indigenous people. The Kimberley experiences a sub-tropical climate, characterised by a distinct wet season (November to April) and dry season (May
lessor ports across the region. The Kimberley consists of six townships, Broome, Derby, Fitzroy Crossing, Halls Creek, Kununurra, Wyndham and 160 Aboriginal communities. Mining and Resources, tourism, agriculture, aquaculture, construction, pastoral, and retail are major industry sectors in the regional economy of the Kimberley. The region has an abundance of the key natural resources necessary for a strong agriculture and food industry and has 80% of Western Australia’s total divertible water resources, with less than 1% currently being utilised.
The region is one of the most
remote and untouched ancient landscapes on earth.
to October). The region is one of the most remote and untouched ancient landscapes on earth, which features remarkable coastal and inland environment, and is home to many unique birds, mammals, reptiles and marine life. The region is accessed via the sealed Great Northern Highway from the south and the Victoria Highway from the east. Commercial air access into
The unique natural environment which includes the World Heritage heritage listed Purnululu National Park – Bungle Bungle Ranges and RAMSAR wetlands- also provides a strong basis for tourism, attracting over 400,000 domestic and
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