Feedback sought
08/19/2008
Landgate’s Geographic Names Committee is seeking community feedback after receiving a request to rename the King Leopold Ranges in the Kimberley.
Committee Secretary Brian Goodchild said widespread community consultation would be undertaken before any decision was made.
“The King Leopold Ranges is a significant feature which dominates the Kimberley region and holds special meaning for many people in Western Australia,” Mr Goodchild said.
“The decision to even consider changing the name of the ranges is not taken lightly and a lot of viewpoints must be considered before a decision is reached.
“We are therefore asking the public to submit to the committee any feedback or suggestions they have on the potential renaming, or use of a dual name.”
Feedback or suggestions regarding the proposed renaming, or use of a dual name can be posted directly to: Secretary, Geographic Names Committee, PO Box 2222 Midland, WA 6936 or emailed to geographicnames@landgate.wa.gov.au
Submissions must be received by Saturday, August 30, 2008.
The matter will then be considered by the committee and a recommendation made to the Minister for Land Information, Michelle Roberts.
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