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KIMBERLEY
FOUNDATION
AUSTRALIA
Researching, preserving and promoting
Kimberley rock art.
APT is proud to announce a new association with Kimberley
Foundation Australia, supporting scientific rock art research that
provides insight into one of the oldest cultures in the world.
About the Foundation
As part of our commitment to sustainable
tourism, we have formed an association
with the Kimberley Foundation Australia
(KFA). The esteemed not for profit raises
funds to research, preserve and promote
Kimberley rock art. For the past decade
KFA has been driving public appreciation
of rock art and its significance while
ensuring the scientific research that
will show us how to preserve the art is
undertaken. The organisation has funded
and supported scientists to work in
partnership with Aboriginal communities
to uncover Australia's earliest untold
settlement history through rock art.
Foundation's Mission
KFA aims to tell the story that lies behind
the Kimberley's remarkable, ancient rock
art. For quality and quantity, stylistic
variation and clear sequences over time,
it is unique in the world. It is a window into
life as it once was – the fauna and flora, the
weapons, utensils and tools employed and
the changing climate. KFA wants the rock
art of the Kimberley to be understood and
recognised for its worldwide significance,
and protected and preserved accordingly.
Conservation Project
Critical to protecting the art is
understanding the science behind its
survival, thus knowing how to protect it.
APT is keen to help KFA share this
information, as we think the more people
appreciate its uniqueness, the more likely
it is preserved for future generations.
KFA Achievements
KFA established the Kimberley Foundation
Ian Potter Chair in Rock Art at the
University of Western Australia (UWA).
The Foundation has funded 12 research
projects to date, three of which have been
awarded highly coveted Australia
Research Council grants.
KFA & APT
As a result of our association, you will gain
a deeper understanding of Aboriginal
culture, including rock art during your
holiday. Our Camp Hosts and expert
Driver-Guides receive training from KFA
in order to remain up-to-date with new
findings. To find out more information
about KFA, please visit their website:
www.kimberleyfoundation.org.au
Uunguu Ranger, Terrence Manga recording Gwion art
KFA sponsored rock art dig at Mitchell Plateau
