The Commonwealth government’s Indigenous Ranger Program aims to assist First Nations people in managing Country according to Traditional Owners’ objectives. Rangers work in Indigenous Protected Areas, national parks, privately-held land, and on the sea.
Relevant to proponents, rangers may be able to deliver environmental services for a fee.
Funded by the Australian government, there are over 120 separate Indigenous Ranger groups in Australia, including the Women Only Ranger Program, the Indigenous Ranger Biosecurity Program, and the Junior Ranger Program.
This interactive map shows the location of First Nations ranger groups in Australia and their administering bodies.
Many jurisdictions also support ranger programs: