# Drone LiDAR reveals three unregistered Aboriginal rock shelters in Australia's rugged Blue Mountains

- Source: Times of India
- Published: 2026-10-17T20:21:00+00:00
- Category: World
- Original: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/archaeology/researchers-used-drone-lidar-to-scan-rugged-australian-bushland-that-is-difficult-to-search-on-foot-the-technology-led-them-to-three-previously-unregistered-aboriginal-rock-shelters-with-red-hand-stencils/articleshow/135010684.cms
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/drone-lidar-reveals-three-unregistered-aboriginal-rock-shelters-in-aus-8ed26d/

Researchers utilized drone technology to discover three previously unregistered Aboriginal rock shelters in the Blue Mountains region, revealing significant cultural heritage. Collaboration with the Dharug Custodian Aboriginal Corporation ensured accurate documentation of red hand stencils and stone artifacts. This innovative approach may improve archaeological surveys in difficult-to-navigate are

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