Dechlan Brennan

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About Dechlan Brennan

Dechlan Brennan is a Melbourne-based writer and a member of the Canberra Press Gallery, with a special interest in restorative justice and reform. He has previously written for Vice, The Saturday Paper, The Age, Crikey and The Diplomat, as well as appearing on the 7AM podcast.

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New jobs created as Badu Island company expands waste management services

An Indigenous-owned and operated company based on Badu Island in the Torres Strait is taking advantage of the federal government's remote jobs program to create employment opportunities in the communi...

Dechlan Brennan Dechlan Brennan Aug 17, 2026
$30 million grants program to boost Indigenous economic development through Native Title bodies

The federal government has opened applications for a new $30 million grants program aimed at helping Prescribed Bodies Corporate (PBCs) unlock economic opportunities on Native Title land.

Dechlan Brennan Dechlan Brennan Aug 4, 2026
Remote Jobs program reaches halfway mark with 3,000 jobs approved, government says

The federal government says it has reached the halfway point of its Remote Jobs and Economic Development Program (RJED), with 3,000 new jobs approved.

Dechlan Brennan Dechlan Brennan Jul 31, 2026
Supply Nation secures extension to manage Indigenous Business Direct amid procurement reforms

Supply Nation will continue to manage Indigenous Business Direct, Australia's national directory of verified Indigenous-owned businesses, and the associated business verification process, after being...

Dechlan Brennan Dechlan Brennan Jul 15, 2026
On-Country training hub opens in Santa Teresa to boost remote employment

The first of seven Remote Training Hubs planned across Central Australia has opened in the remote community of Santa Teresa / Ltyentye Apurte.

Dechlan Brennan Dechlan Brennan Jul 10, 2026
Red Centre tourism boost aims to attract more visitors and support local businesses

The Federal Government has unveiled the next stage of its investment in Central Australia's tourism sector, with new funding aimed at expanding visitor experiences while supporting local businesses, i...

Dechlan Brennan Dechlan Brennan Jul 7, 2026
Reconciliation Action Plans linked to lower rates of workplace racism

A parliamentary inquiry examining racism aimed at Indigenous Australians will hear evidence arguing Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs) are helping reduce workplace racism and improve cultural safety f...

Dechlan Brennan Dechlan Brennan Jun 25, 2026
Support for nationwide Indigenous business and employment hubs

The federal government has outlined a $20.5 million investment to support Indigenous businesses through a national network of Indigenous Business and Employment Hubs.

Dechlan Brennan Dechlan Brennan Apr 13, 2026
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