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This Act amends the Preservation of Sites and Artefacts Act [CAP 39] in relation with the classification of objects and sites, the protection of classified sites or objects, appointment of Heritage Inspectors and the definition of their powers. The Minister may, after consultation with the Vanuatu National Cultural Council, classify as national heritage any site or object of: (a) historical significance; or (b) archaeological significance; or (c) ethnological significance; or (d) artistic significance. A register of classified sites and objects shall be kept by the Vanuatu Cultural Centre. The classification of a site by the Minister under section 2 is deemed to be an instrument creating overriding rights and interests in land as provided for by section 17 of the Land Leases Act.

Amends: Preservation of Sites and Artifacts Act (Cap. 39). (2006)

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