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Karajarri people secure greater control via new sea Country IPA
The first Sea Country Indigenous Protected Area in the south-west Kimberley regi...
David Prestipino 20 Mar 2026
Indigenous centrepiece of Geelong waterfront precinct complete
Construction of Nyaal Banyul — a major centrepiece of Geelong's landmark $676 mi...
David Prestipino 17 Mar 2026
Experienced trio beef up Outback Stores impact
Three experienced directors have been appointed to the board of Outback Stores,...
David Prestipino 6 Mar 2026
Timely support for Red Centre tourism operators
Small local tourism businesses in Central Australia have been offered a financia...
David Prestipino 6 Mar 2026
APY Lands get no power nor answers as heat soars
Residents of the APY Lands in the far north of South Australia have experienced...
David Prestipino 30 Jan 2026
Co-owner of embattled M + J Building faces procurement fraud charges

The co-owner of a Supply Nation Certified majority Indigenous-owned construction company - M + J Builders - has become the fourth person charged with defrauding the Commonwealth of $71 million in rela...

David Prestipino David Prestipino Nov 20, 2025
Peak body stands down NT builder after $71 million fraud charges

The board of Master Builders Northern Territory has stood down M+ J Builders director Michael John Buckley from its board after he and two others were charged with fraud offences against the Commonwea...

David Prestipino David Prestipino Nov 17, 2025
Reduced risk, cost and delay in First Nations clean energy projects

New research shows investor backing of First Nations participation in clean energy projects offers mutual benefit for investors and Indigenous groups while reducing project risk, cost and delay.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Oct 23, 2025
$3.2million to better connect remote WA communities

Residents in some of Western Australia's most remote communities will soon receive better communication services after $3.2 million was committed to four new projects in key rural areas.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Sep 12, 2025
Indigenous chambers unite to chart a community-led path for business certification

On a brisk August morning last week in Sydney, the energy at the International Convention Centre was palpable. Indigenous business leaders and representatives from some of Australia's largest corporat...

Reece Harley Reece Harley Aug 26, 2025
Banking executive named Indigenous Business Australia CEO

A seasoned banking executive with considerable experience in First Nations finance has been tasked to lead Indigenous Business Australia. The Federal Government on Friday announced the appointment of...

David Prestipino David Prestipino Aug 22, 2025
Renewable energy tax credits to back First Nations business urged at Federal economic roundtable

Investment in First Nations leadership is paramount to Australia realising the full value of its clean energy potential. That's the key message of a submission from the First Nations Clean Energy Netw...

David Prestipino David Prestipino Aug 21, 2025
Hybrid renewable grid sparks sustainable future for First Nations community

Ngaanyatjarra Council Group has its eyes on a sustainable future for its community after a transformative hybrid renewable energy project was announced on Thursday.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Aug 15, 2025
First Nations stories central to new global tourism campaign

The holiday memories of First Nations actor Thomas Weatherall's travels through Australia will be used in an upcoming global tourism campaign.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Aug 5, 2025
Landmark cultural heritage pact highlights Rio Tinto's new JV mine

A new Rio Tinto mine opening in Western Australia's iron ore-rich Pilbara region is the company's first project with a co-designed cultural and heritage management plan.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Jun 9, 2025
Duo bring wealth of experience to IBA board

Two directors have joined the board of Indigenous Business Australia as it embarks on a critical phase to advance economic independence of First Nations people.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Apr 2, 2025
Hundreds of new jobs for Indigenous rangers

Arafura Swamp rangers in North East Arnhem Land look after more than 1.2 million hectares of land and sea Country, controlling feral animals and weeds and reducing destructive wildfires.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Apr 2, 2025
ILSC takes the tourism route as bustling sector sets sail to soar

Soaring demand for Indigenous tourism and cultural experience from tourists in Australia and abroad has led to new work opportunities for unemployed First Nations people to enter the sector.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Mar 28, 2025
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