TUMRA – Working Together on Sea Country
TUMRA stands for “Traditional Use of Marine Resources Agreement.” It’s a formal partnership between Traditional Owners and the Australian Government that supports cultural practices and sustainable reef management.

The PCCC TUMRA
The PCCC Traditional Owner Group holds the TUMRA that Lady Elliot Island lies within. The agreement covers over 26,000 km² of Sea Country and is one of the largest TUMRA areas in Australia.

How It Works
Through the TUMRA, the PCCC work with the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority and Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service to:

• Coordinate Sea Country care
• Monitor species and habitats
• Protect cultural sites
• Support traditional practices like fishing and ceremony

 

Why It Matters
The TUMRA ensures that ancient knowledge and contemporary science come together to care for Sea Country, now and for future generations.