• Rio Tinto signed an Interim Modernised Agreement with Ngarlawangga Aboriginal Corporation to strengthen cultural heritage governance at its West Angelas iron ore operations.
• The deal sets a jointly designed co-management model, expanding early engagement across the mine lifecycle to guide decisions on Country protection.
• It adds long-term financial support for Ngarlawangga social, cultural, and economic priorities, with emphasis on culture and community development.
• The interim pact builds on a 2011 participation agreement, positioning both parties to negotiate a full modernised agreement.

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