Launceston Airport continues to engage with cultural heritage consultants to ensure preservation and conservation of First Nations and Colonial heritage artefacts.
Recent archaeological work by Southern Archaeology at Launceston Airport found it to be important for both Aboriginal and European history. Experts discovered many artefacts along the airport’s fence lines and ridges, showing long-term use by First Nations people.
To the north of the plipatumila (South Esk River) at Flinty Creek, an Aboriginal quarry was found, and at Native Point, over 200 artefacts were recorded. There were also artefacts along the road at Perth and some items from early European contact.
First Nations Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
- We respectfully acknowledge the Palawa people of the land on which our airport operates.
- We’re proud to support reconciliation through our APAC Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), which celebrates and promotes the rich traditions, laws, and customs of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- This commitment is at the heart of how we build meaningful relationships, respect, and trust with First Nations communities. It’s also our way of formally recognizing and working with the Palawa people of Lutruwita/Tasmania.
- You can read more about our Reconciliation Action Plan below.