As a tour boat snakes its way through the stunning Danggu Geikie Gorge in Western Australia’s (WA) north, local guide Ian provides some useful advice.
“If you like causing trouble, just bring up damming the Fitzroy River wherever you’re staying,” Ian said.
Also known as Martuwarra, the Fitzroy is WA’s largest river. Its catchment spans almost 94,000 sq. km., covering more than 20 percent of the Kimberley region.
At full flood, it is said to be one of the largest rivers in the world.
For decades, developers and politicians have sought to draw upon the Martuwarra’s vast resources but faced fierce opposition from traditional owners and environmental groups….