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4 days ago | 
theibr.com.au | Zak Kirkup |Dianne Bortoletto
The mining sector has long been a driving force behind economic opportunities for Indigenous businesses, with companies like Fortescue actively backing Traditional Owners to build enterprises that create real, lasting impact. Like everything with business, success in this space isn't automatic - it takes the right partnerships, vision, and determination to turn opportunities into thriving businesses.
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1 week ago | 
theibr.com.au | David Prestipino |Zak Kirkup |Dechlan Brennan
Wesfarmers is facing scrutiny over its role in Indigenous procurement after whistleblower allegations about the governance structure of a hardware supplier 49 per cent owned by one of the corporate giant's subsidiaries - Blackwoods.
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1 week ago | 
theibr.com.au | Zak Kirkup |Dechlan Brennan
Central Australia's tourism industry is potentially set for a boost, with the Albanese government announcing on Wednesday evening an $8.5 million election commitment aimed at revitalising the iconic Red Centre and attracting visitors back to the region if re-elected. At the heart of Australia lies some of our nation's most remarkable landscapes, including Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and Watarrka (Kings Canyon).
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1 week ago | 
theibr.com.au | Dianne Bortoletto |Zak Kirkup
From Paris Fashion Week to dressing staff at the Australian Consulate in Vietnam, Ikuntji Artists are an export success story. Located in the tiny remote community of Haasts Bluff (Ikuntji), three hours west of Mparntwe/Alice Springs, the population sits at just 150. Over 100 artists come to Ikuntji Artists to paint at the art centre, and between eight and ten artists come on a daily basis.
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1 week ago | 
theibr.com.au | Zak Kirkup |Dechlan Brennan
Indigenous veterans have long been underrepresented in Australia's historical records, their contributions to the nation's defence overlooked. Now, thanks to a partnership between CommBank and 'Our Indigenous Veterans', this is changing. The initiative is ensuring that First Nations service members receive both recognition for their sacrifices and support in their post-service careers.
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1 week ago | 
theibr.com.au | Zak Kirkup |Giovanni Torre |Dechlan Brennan
Mineral Resources (MinRes) has long established itself as one of Australia's leading mining and services companies. Founded in 1993, the company has built a strong reputation for innovation, operational excellence and delivering large-scale projects that contribute to the nation's economic development. Today, MinRes' mining services and commodities businesses are also driving Indigenous engagement and economic empowerment.
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3 weeks ago | 
nit.com.au | Callan Morse |Dechlan Brennan |Giovanni Torre |Zak Kirkup
Olga Havnen and Josh Gilbert have been promoted and re-appointed, respectively, to roles on Indigenous Business Australia's board. Ms Havnen, a Western Arrernte woman has been escalated to deputy chairperson after appointment to the Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) Board in December, 2024 while Mr Gilbert, a Worimi man, has been reappointed as board director.
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4 weeks ago | 
nit.com.au | Zak Kirkup |Dechlan Brennan |Giovanni Torre
Cherratta Holdings, an Aboriginal-owned facilities management company in Karratha, is carrying out vital land rehabilitation in WA's Pilbara region through a new partnership with Woodside. The partnership has involved rehabilitating Country, using traditional Indigenous knowledge and practices to restore native vegetation and improve soil health.
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1 month ago | 
nit.com.au | Zak Kirkup |David Prestipino |Giovanni Torre
If you've ever ridden on the Sydney Airport Link, the Malaysian Double Track, or the Singapore Circle Line, it's highly likely you've seen an Australian export in action. Hidden in the world's major transport networks is the work of Aldridge Railway Signals, an Indigenous-owned company that has been driving innovation in railway signal technology for decades.
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1 month ago | 
nit.com.au | Zak Kirkup |David Prestipino |Giovanni Torre
In a landmark initiative set to commence in mid-2025, Fortescue, in collaboration with BHP, has pledged up to $22 million over the next five years to launch the Hedland and Newman Safe Spaces programs.
