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f E xecu t t i v e O f f i c e r ’s R e p o r
It has been a busy, challenging but
The 2012/2013 year has presented many
rewarding year here at South Australian
challenges to SANTS. Especially pressing
Native Title Services not the least
has been the level of litigation SANTS
because it has been my first year as CEO.
experienced this year with matters in
I have appreciated the warm welcome
the High Court (Karpany vs Dietman),
afforded to me as CEO by the SANTS
the Federal Court (Barngala vs State
Board and employees and am pleased to
of South Australia, Nicholls vs State of
be working with such dedicated people.
South Australia), the Supreme Court
I look forward to their continuing
(Straits Resources vs Kokatha Uwankara)
support as we endeavour to achieve the
and the ERD Court (Minotaur vs SANTS).
best possible outcomes for our clients.
Despite the pressures that litigation brings, I am pleased that SANTS has been able to assist some groups to move closer to resolution of their claims through consent determination. On a sad note, this year we mourned the passing of some senior Aboriginal leaders who contributed a great deal to the native title process
Banner image: Thurlga Station.
in South Australia. They will be
Above left top: Keith Thomas, CEO.
revered and remembered for their
Above right top: Journey to Recognition event, Salisbury Wetlands, SA. Above right below: Clifford Woodford and Cameron Wheelock collecting seed on Thurlga Station. Opposite page top: Paul Ryan, Alison Hambour and Lucy Evans. Opposite page below: Rex Tjami and Glenn Skuthorpe.
significant contributions.
