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Federal government formally nominates Burrup peninsula and surrounding areas for UN world heritage listing

The federal government has nominated Murujuga for World Heritage listing. (ABC Pilbara: Amelia Searson)

The federal government has nominated the culturally rich Burrup peninsula and surroundings areas, home to the world's largest collection of rock art, for United Nations' World Heritage listing. 

Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek made the announcement today from the peninsula, called Murujuga in local language, and said she was delighted to formally nominate the site for global recognition based on its Aboriginal cultural heritage. 

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