Spatial dataset downloads
Users can download spatial datasets from the data downloads page. These datasets are refreshed daily and are available in ESRI shapefile format.
The spatial datasets are designed for use in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
The following native title information is available as spatial data:
- Boundaries of native title claimant applications as per the Register of Native Title Claims
- The Schedule of Applications (Federal Court)
- Determinations of native title
- Indigenous land use agreements (on the ILUA Register or in notification)
- Representative Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Body (RATSIB) areas
- Native title determined outcomes
- Historical native title determination applications and NTDA transaction records
- Registered Native Title Bodies Corporate (RNTBCs)
- Future Act Notices, Objections, and Determination Applications
For queries related to geospatial data products contact: geoservices@nntt.gov.au
Unless otherwise noted, all National Native Title Tribunal spatial data available for download is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International license.
Online Map Services
ESRI REST map services are available via ArcGIS Online
NNTT data and map services are also accessible via the NNTT's Open Data service
These services are the same services you'll see in Native Title Vision and can be used in web maps and apps. The coordinate system is Web Mercator EPSG 3857. Note that some complex features may be simplified - please use data downloads if you need the most detailed data.
Data downloaded via Open Data has a number of useful options and can be filtered to specific features and can be downloaded in a number of different formats, including Excel.
For assistance with OGC map and feature services contact: geoservices@nntt.gov.au
Geospatial Corporate Data Model
The geospatial corporate data model contains a brief data and dictionary definition for each geospatial dataset:
Geospatial data contributes to the maintenance of Registers, by assisting with visualising and searching applications, determinations and agreements which are on the Registers.
Spatial records are held for ‘active’ application/agreement. Once an application/agreement becomes non-active (i.e. dismissed or withdrawn) the record is removed.
Upcoming/Recent change(s)
| Dataset | Proposed change |
|---|---|
| Registered Native Title Bodies Corporate | This dataset is being revised and may undergo further changes to its schema. |
| Dataset | Implemented change | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Native Title Bodies Corporate | Several fields previously obtained from ORIC have been removed from the dataset. | 22/06/2026 |
Disclaimer
While the National Native Title Tribunal (NNTT) and the Native Title Registrar (Registrar) have exercised due care in ensuring the accuracy of the information provided, it is provided for general information only and on the understanding that neither the NNTT, the Registrar nor the Commonwealth of Australia is providing professional advice. Appropriate professional advice relevant to your circumstances should be sought rather than relying on the information provided. In addition, you must exercise your own judgment and carefully evaluate the information provided for accuracy, currency, completeness and relevance for the purpose for which it is to be used.
The information provided is often supplied by, or based on, data and information from external sources, therefore the NNTT and Registrar cannot guarantee that the information is accurate or up-to-date.
The NNTT and Registrar expressly disclaim any liability arising from the use of this information.
This information should not be relied upon in relation to any matters associated with cultural heritage.