For over 30 years Orana Haven has been helping the community. It started from premises in Brewarrina in far-north New South Wales but now operates from nearby Gongolgon. In 1979 it incorporated under the Aboriginal Councils and Associations Act 1976—an earlier incarnation of the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006—making it one of ORIC’s oldest corporations.
Karlka Nyiyaparli Aboriginal Corporation is growing quickly in size and in ambition. Its members are the Nyiyaparli people whose country is traditionally located south of Marble Bar in Western Australia’s Pilbara.
Established in 1995, Maari Ma Health Aboriginal Corporation has dedicated its time and resources to improving the health outcomes for communities in the far west region of New South Wales. The corporation’s approach to health for the community has not gone unnoticed.
Western Australia: Few organisations match the sweeping breadth and diversity of Ngaanyatjarra Council (Aboriginal Corporation). In fact, you might say it is unique.
Queensland: The Kalkadoon people will not forget 12 December 2011. On this day patience and fortitude were rewarded when the Federal Court of Australia recognised their native title rights.
Saltwater Freshwater Arts Alliance Aboriginal Corporation
So many corporations registered under the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006 (CATSI Act) are working hard for their communities and achieving results. 'They are a rich and diverse group, all providing opportunities and services in different ways for members,' says the Registrar, Anthony Beven.
Bina-waji Nyurra-nga Aboriginal Corporation
Halls Creek, Western Australia Roy and Helen Wilson have long held a shared vision of creating a place where young people can come to learn, be comfortable with their surroundings and develop the drive, motivation and confidence to become truly 'work ready'. It's been an ambition which they are now turning into reality.
Karrabing Indigenous Corporation
Jabalbina Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC [ICN 7002]
Far north Queensland: What distinguishes Jabalbina Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is a big heart, strong drive and a bold vision.
Warnayaka Art and Cultural Aboriginal Corporation (ICN 7035)
Northern Territory: The Lajamanu community’s strong sense of ownership and involvement in the Warnayaka Art and Cultural Aboriginal Corporation add up to jobs and a prolific output. Members are helping to build avenues for selling their artwork while at the same time protecting their future, not only for themselves but also for their children and grandchildren.
