This comprehensive and authoritative work provides the reader with an understanding of both the current operation of native title in Australia and its historical and political background and development. It covers the nature of the concept and explains the proof, content and extinguishment of native title.
It examines the validation of past grants and acts and the limited degree of protection from future acts; compensation for native title; and the application of native title principles to resource development and traditional pursuits. It considers both the common law and the Native Title Act 1993.
