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RST Apology to Tasmanian Aboriginal people 2021.
RST Apology to Tasmanian Aboriginal people 2021.
The metallic ore deposits of west ern Tasmania occur in Lower Palaeozoic rocks which appear to represent two tectonic phases or cycles , described here as the Tyennan and Ordovician-Devonian phases . Reconstruct ions indicate that during each phase Tasmania formed part of Andean – type continental margins flanking the AustraliaAntarctica craton. Comparisons with the mineralization of the Andean and similar orogenic belts imply a potential in western Tasmania for porphyry coppers magnetite skarns polymetallic veins , massive sulphides, tin- silver, and carbonate-lead- zinc deposits. Post-Palaeozoic erosion probably reduces the list to the last three oretypes , each of which is already recognised. The probability of further discoveries is reviewed , particularly in the light of new ideas , on the genesis of massive-sulphide deposits .
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The Royal Society of Tasmania acknowledges, with deep respect, the traditional owners of this land, and the ongoing custodianship of the Aboriginal people of Tasmania. The Society pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge that Tasmanian Aboriginal Peoples have survived severe and unjust impacts resulting from invasion and dispossession of their Country. As an institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge, the Royal Society of Tasmania recognises Aboriginal cultural knowledge and practices and seeks to respect and honour these traditions and the deep understanding they represent.
On 15 February 2021, the Royal Society of Tasmania offered a formal Apology to the Tasmanian Aboriginal people.
