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Aboriginal activist questions forestry staff on cultural heritage in trespass defence

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An Aboriginal activist, Ruth Langford/Tipruthanna, is using her knowledge of cultural heritage as a defence against a trespass charge.
She questioned forestry company staff on their understanding of Aboriginal cultural significance of items and trees during a court hearing.

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An Aboriginal activist, Ruth Langford/Tipruthanna, is using her knowledge of cultural heritage as a defence against a trespass charge. She questioned forestry company staff on their understanding of Aboriginal cultural significance of items and trees during a court hearing.

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