Jamie Rooney

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About Jamie Rooney

Jamie Rooney is a cultural heritage advisor and archaeologist with a focus on managing major heritage projects across Victoria. With expertise in the resources, urban development, and infrastructure sectors, Jamie leads large-scale cultural heritage assessments and engages closely with Traditional Owner groups to ensure culturally sensitive and collaborative outcomes. He has significant experience in Indigenous community consultation, including in remote areas such as Cape York, Queensland.In addition to his heritage work, Jamie is deeply passionate about STEM and science education. As Chairman of the Board at the Bendigo Planetarium and Science Centre, he is dedicated to promoting scientific literacy and inspiring future generations in the fields of astronomy and cultural science. Jamie brings strong leadership and governance experience to the Centre, driving its strategic direction and growth.Jamie is also pursuing a PhD at the University of Melbourne, researching the astronomy of the Kulin Nations. Their work explores how traditional celestial knowledge shapes Indigenous cultural practices and cosmological understanding.Jamie holds a Master of Arts (Hons.) in Archaeology and History from the University of Glasgow and has extensive experience in archaeological survey, excavation, and managing Cultural Heritage Management Plans (CHMPs) throughout Australia.