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The word is out. Home Valley Station is once again opening its doors for a new season, offering tourists the opportunity to #ConnectWithCountry. Located along the Pentecost River, on Balanggarra Country in the East Kimberley, Home Valley Station presents more than just a unique, immersive experience – it opens a door to Country, one that will be etched into your memory forever. Re-opening for the 2024 season on Monday 13 May 2024, Home Valley Station is again welcoming visitors to experience …

The ILSC Corporate Plan 2021-2022, Unlocking the Indigenous Estate – Strategy to 2025 continues to build on the ILSC’s vision for Indigenous people to enjoy the rightful entitlements, opportunities and benefits that the return of country and its management brings. The timing of our new Corporate Plan has enabled a realignment of our two chief strategic documents under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Act 2005 and the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act (PGPA Act) 2013 …

For just over two years, The Glen for Women has been giving First Nations women a second chance at life. The Glen for Women is now set to strengthen, with The Glen Group’s vision for a female-only transition facility becoming a reality. The Glen for Women transition program looks to replicate its successful drug and alcohol rehabilitation and transition program for Aboriginal men (The Glen for Men), which has been operating for over 15 years. The transition program will provide a safe housing …

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation is incredibly proud to have played a part in bringing Purple House’s Dialysis Centre in Coober Pedy to life. The Centre celebrated its opening on 18 June 2024. You can read about the Centre’s opening here. Assistant Minister McCarthy Media Release.   … New Dialysis Centre in Coober Pedy keeping Elders on …

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is saddened by the news of the passing of Rev Dr Djiniyini Gondarra OAM, a respected lawman of the Dhurii clan in north-east Arnhem Land. Rev Dr D. Gondarra OAM’s dedication to pioneering opportunities for Aboriginal communities is a testament to his profound commitment and leadership. Having devoted his life to championing justice and freedom for his community, Rev. Dr. D. Gondarra OAM leaves behind a legacy to be carried forward by those whose …

The state’s first co-designed purpose-built boarding house for Indigenous students is under construction at Djarragun College (located in Gordonvale – Malanbarra Clan of the Yidinji Tribe) catering for students from places where high school options are inadequate. The college is one of only three Indigenous-owned and operated independent schools in Queensland and provides parents and students with a unique culturally centred education option. The design of the new facility that will provide a …

The town of Derby in Western Australia is coming together for a day of celebration to commemorate the new home of the Wilinggin Aboriginal Corporation (WAC).  WAC moved into their headquarters near the traditional lands of the Ngarinyin people just over 12 months ago, but today it welcomed project partners, directors, and community members to its new home to celebrate the success of the project.   The new headquarters has been vital for WAC to assist in the delivery of their organisational …

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) has formally launched a sale process for the operational assets of its subsidiary, Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia Pty Ltd, which operates the Ayers Rock Resort at Yulara in Central Australia.  Following feedback received, the Board has made the decision to consider including Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre (MGCC) in the sale transaction perimeter. However, at this stage no final decision has been made as to whether ARR and MGCC will be sold …

As over 600 Indigenous people gather on Larrakia Country this week for the First Nations Land and Water Management Forum Dangkal Gwo’yal-wa 2024, it’s time to recognise a fundamental truth – in a world grappling with climate change challenges and ecological collapse, Indigenous leadership offers the clarity and direction desperately required to steer a clear path forward. It is no coincidence that Indigenous peoples are the custodians of most of the world’s remaining ecosystems rich in …

The Western Australian Family Violence Prevention Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation – more commonly known as Aboriginal Family Legal Services (AFLS) – is celebrating its new Perth-based headquarters with community and project partners. For almost a decade and a half, AFLS has supported the Indigenous community across WA by aiming to prevent, reduce and respond to incidents of family violence and sexual assault among Indigenous peoples. AFLS is the largest service provider in Australia under …