Number of Indigenous rangers set to double by 2030
As part of federal government efforts to close the gap and centre First Nations knowledge in environmental protection.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have been caretakers of Australia's diverse environments and its wildlife for tens of thousands of years.
Minister for Indigenous Australians Linda Burney will announce on Friday the scheme will receive a $359 million boost to increase the number of Indigenous rangers from 1900 to 3800 by 2030.
The investment prioritises new Indigenous Rangers Groups in protected areas that don't already host the program and hiring more First Nations women.
"First Nations women and girls are vital in protecting sacred and cultural sites, and offer a range of unique skills and lore," Ms Burney said.