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Overview The ILSC prioritises the generation of positive outcomes with and for Aboriginal persons and Torres Strait Islanders through the use, management, care, and improvement of Country. In doing so, the ILSC works toward the realisation of its vision for Indigenous Australians to enjoy the rightful entitlements, opportunities, and benefits that the return of country and its management brings   The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is striving to maximise the extent to which the …

… by the 2023 floods. In July 2023, the program was restructured to cover all natural disasters, called the Quick Response Grants Program. This restructure is a rolling, annual initiative.   … Disaster funding provides urgent relief for loved, …

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is pleased to announce the implementation of its new Consent and Caveats Policy – aimed at creating a fair and transparent approach to the ILSC’s assessment of applications to consent to the transfer or charging of granted Assets.  This policy is placing the power into the hands of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporations by providing greater autonomy and flexibility over their grant-funded Assets.  The new policy and guidelines have been …

Celebrations are in full swing for the Saltwater Freshwater Arts Alliance Aboriginal Corporation (SWFW), who officially opened their new headquarters yesterday on Gumbaynggirr land in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. Thanks to a major funding boost of over $2 million from the Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC), SWFW have moved into their permanent base, where they will continue to promote artists and makers from the Worimi, Biripi, Dunghutti and Gumbaynggirr nations, which make up the …

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) has announced today that it has finalised the divestment of 180 George Street in Redfern to the New South Wales Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC). The ILSC purchased the site in 2010 with the intention of granting the asset to an Indigenous Corporation. Over the past decade, ILSC subsidiary NCIE Ltd has developed the site into a community hub, including a state-of-the-art fitness and aquatic centre and co-working space for several Indigenous …

“In 1997 and 1999, the Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) purchased Mogila and Currawillinghi Stations on behalf of Traditional Owners, and then granted both pastoral properties, including the land, infrastructure, stock, and water licenses to Ngurampaa Limited as the responsible entity.” “While we recognised it was the sole responsibility of Ngurampaa Limited to manage its own affairs, the ILSC communicated frequently with the group to ensure it was aware of its landholding obligations …

… so they have something to aspire to. “Having this property will enable us to expand our programs and services, apply for grants to run more programs and to work with both government and non-government agencies collaboratively on projects to …

The official hand over of a parcel of land in Queens Park to the Sister Kate’s Home Kids Aboriginal Corporation (SKHKAC) is the first step in turning the land into a Place of Healing for the Stolen Generations.  The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) will officially return the 2.07ha parcel of land, known as the “Bush Block” during a divestment ceremony on August 25.  The lots, bordered by Cross and Hamilton Streets, are opposite the former Sister Kate’s Home for Aboriginal children who …

Esperance Tjaltjraak Native Title Aboriginal Corporation (ETNTAC) will be able to create an accessible hub for the local community, after being granted a new home by the Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC). The organisation, which represents the Traditional Owners of Esperance Nyungar country, applied for funding for the purchase and fit-out of an Esperance property to enable it to bring all its services under one roof and plan to expand operations in the future.  ETNTAC CEO Peter …

What is the ILSC? The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is a corporate Commonwealth entity established under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Act 2005 (ATSI Act). The ILSC’s long-term vision for meeting its ATSI Act mandate is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to enjoy the rightful entitlements, opportunities and benefits that the return of country and its management brings . The ILSC’s primary grant program – Our Country Our Future – provides assistance for …