David Prestipino

4 days ago | nit.com.au | David Prestipino |Giovanni Torre

The MinRes approach to reconciliation prioritises "education, mutual respect and positive action through on-ground cultural awareness, employment pathways and supporting economic empowerment of Indigenous businesses". During Reconciliation Week earlier this month, MinRes noted that through its Indigenous Employment Strategy, the company is committed to providing a culturally supportive and safe work environment, while increasing representation across its workforce.

4 days ago | nit.com.au | David Prestipino |Giovanni Torre

Adelaide Gibbs, a proud Kamilaroi woman from Namoi Waters Way, near Coonabarabran, is the latest First Nations leader to take part in Fortescue's CEO for a Day program. Since joining Fortescue in 2021, her courage, determination and leadership has propelled her career forward, having recently stepped into the role as Supervisor for Fortescue's Mobilisation team. Her leadership journey is shaped by a commitment to service and personal growth.

4 days ago | nit.com.au | David Prestipino

Any marked growth in First Nations incomes in the workforce must be complemented by building financial literacy and institutions adapting to the unique needs of Indigenous communities, says Leah Bennett, the new chief executive of the First Nations Foundation. The Foundation, which supports the financial wellbeing and economic growth of Indigenous people, is Australia's only national Indigenous financial literacy organisation.

4 days ago | nit.com.au | David Prestipino

A landmark five-year partnership looks set to transform Indigenous health care in remote communities across the Pilbara. The $5 million funding from Rio Tinto to the Pilbara Aboriginal Health Alliance will enhance vital Indigenous-led health care for families across the Pilbara and treat patients closer to Country.

5 days ago | nit.com.au | David Prestipino

An Indigenous teenager with political aspirations has been given a rare chance to influence legislation in Western Australia. Kiya Gray, 18, from Carey Park in Bunbury, 170km south of Boorloo, was one of 59 people across the state selected as participants in the Y WA Youth Parliament program, and the only Indigenous member of the 2025 cohort.