WAT Resources signs negotiation protocol with Tjamu Tjamu

WAT Resources Ltd (ASX:WAI) has signed a Negotiation Protocol with Tjamu Tjamu (Aboriginal Corporation) RNTBC, the native title representative body for the Kiwirrkurra People, regarding its West Arunta Project in Western Australia. The protocol will facilitate formal consultations and negotiations for the construction and operation of project infrastructure, particularly a proposed access road, within the Kiwirrkurra native title determination area.

Executive Commentary on Negotiation Protocol

Bobby West, Director of Tjamu Tjamu (Aboriginal Corporation) RNTBC, expressed, 'It's good to have these rules for talking, we want to make sure this project happens the right way and everyone has a good chance to share the benefits of the project. WAI Resources and their staff have worked around Kiwirrkurra for a long time. We have a good relationship and we like working with them.' WAI's Executive Director, Tom Lyons, stated, 'This Negotiation Protocol is an important milestone in the process towards obtaining the requisite licensing and approvals for WAI's proposed project infrastructure, which includes the establishment of a transport corridor connecting Luni to the Mid-State Highway. After a decade of working cooperatively with the Kiwirrkurra common law holders, we are pleased to have them formally involved in the development of Luni. We are committed to creating positive and long-lasting benefits for the communities where we operate, and this will be reflected in the spirit of our negotiations. This also represents an example of the extensive early work our team is completing to advance key permitting and long-lead development activities.'

Summary of WAI's Negotiation Protocol with Tjamu Tjamu

WAT Resources Ltd (ASX:WAI) has successfully signed a Negotiation Protocol with Tjamu Tjamu (Aboriginal Corporation) RNTBC, marking a significant milestone in the process towards obtaining the necessary licensing and approvals for the proposed project infrastructure at the West Arunta Project. The protocol will enable formal consultations and negotiations for the construction and operation of project infrastructure, particularly a proposed access road, within the Kiwirrkurra native title determination area. This development reflects WAI's commitment to building strong relationships with the local communities and preserving their cultural values. The Negotiation Protocol complements the existing protocol signed last year with Parna Ngururrpa (Aboriginal Corporation) RNTBC, providing a pathway for consultation with the two key native title determinations relating to the proposed development of the West Arunta Project. WAI's dedication to creating positive and long-lasting benefits for the communities where they operate is evident, and this protocol signifies the extensive early work the team is undertaking to advance key permitting and long-lead development activities.