Yamba Balbarrabarri
(Home of many rivers)
Protecting GHUNGALU Country IN CENTRAL QUEENSLAND…
Yamba Balbarrabarri is Country that holds deep cultural, ecological, and ancestral significance.
For generations, this place has been part of living systems of relationship — between people, land, water, and story. Like many places across Australia, it carries knowledge, responsibility, and connection that extends far beyond what can be seen on the surface.
Today, this Country is facing a significant threat through the proposed Gemini coal mine, a project that raises serious concerns for Country, water systems, and the cultural and environmental integrity of the region.
Communities, advocates, and allies are working together to ensure this place is protected and that the voices connected to this Country are heard.
Why This Matters…
Country is not simply land — it is a living system of relationships.
When extractive projects are proposed on Country, the impacts extend across ecosystems, communities, culture, and future generations.
Protecting Yamba Balbarrabarri is about:
• honouring cultural responsibility to Country
• safeguarding ecological systems and waterways
• ensuring decisions about Country are made with care and accountability
• supporting communities advocating for protection
This work is part of a broader commitment to caring for Country and strengthening collective responsibility for the places we live within.
current work
The work connected to Yamba Balbarrabarri currently includes:
Raising awareness about the proposed Gemini coal mine
Engaging with communities, organisations, and decision makers
Contributing to advocacy efforts focused on protecting Country
Strengthening collective voices calling for responsible decisions
This is ongoing work grounded in care for Country and the responsibility to protect places of cultural and environmental significance.
read more about this work…
Standing Together for Country
Protecting Country is a collective responsibility.
Every person who pays attention, learns about the issues, and supports respectful protection of land and water plays a role in ensuring these places continue for future generations.
Thank you for taking the time to learn about Yamba Balbarrabarri and the work being done to protect it.
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