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The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is deeply saddened by the recent floods that have devastated communities across the Top End of Australia, resulting in the tragic losses and damage to property, businesses, livestock and wildlife.  In response to the ongoing flood disaster, and recognising the impact on Indigenous held lands, assets and communities, we have released the 2023 Emergency Response Grants Program  to support Indigenous corporations.  The ILSC Program has been …

More than 3000 Indigenous people have either gained employment or participated in training courses and other learning activities over a 12-month period thanks to Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) programs and projects. The employment and training figures have been celebrated by the ILSC and have been equally welcomed by Jawan Madden, first year Station Hand at Roebuck Plains Station. As 2022 draws to a close, Jawan is finishing his first year at Roebuck Plains Station after completing …

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation’s Real Jobs Program (RJP) has celebrated 15 years of delivering authentic employment and training opportunities for Indigenous Australians at its annual RJP Forum. The 2022 edition of the RJP Forum was hosted in Larrakia Country, Darwin, Northern Territory on 6-7 December 2022. Following a brief hiatus due to the global pandemic, the RJP Forum regrouped to celebrate the successes of the Program with 14 organisations coming together to reflect on their …

Vale David Baffsky AO The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) acknowledges the passing of David Baffsky AO. Ian Hamm, ILSC Chair, said the corporation is saddened to learn of the passing of Mr Baffsky who was a former Director of the ILSC (then Indigenous Land Corporation). “Our thoughts are with David’s family and friends during this difficult time,” said Mr Hamm. Ends For more media information, please contact Sean Turtur, Strategic Communications Manager 0405 618 170 … Vale David …

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) would like to acknowledge the passing of Kwementyaye Hoosan, Chairman of the Central Land Council.  This news has come with shock and sadness. Mr Hoosan worked tirelessly for Countryman of the Northern Territory. He was a true leader who advocated for the vulnerable in his community and the environment. Ian Hamm, ILSC Chair, offered these words to his family and friends, “The loss of Kwementyaye Hoosan is a shock to the community of Central …

“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 …

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from experienced pastoral operators to take over the management of Crocodile and Welcome Stations. Situated near Laura, Cape York Peninsula, the properties have a combined size of ~125,000 hectares and run up to 6,000 head of cattle. This EOI is open to ALL operators, although Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations are encouraged to apply. For more details, please see the ILSC website or …

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) has officially signed an agreement with Balanggarra Ventures, a subsidiary of Traditional Custodian group Balanggarra Aboriginal Corporation RTNBC (BAC), to take over management of the Home Valley tourism facility on the iconic Home Valley Station in the East Kimberley.   This agreement will see the Home Valley tourism facility reopen this season, with Traditional Custodians replacing the ILSC’s subsidiary Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia Pty …

Balanggarra Ventures, a subsidiary of Traditional Owner group Balanggarra Aboriginal Corporation (Balanggarra) and the Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) have signed a five-year management agreement for the operation of the Home Valley Tourism Resort located on the Gibb River Road, an approximate two-hour drive from Kununurra, Western Australia. Balanggarra Ventures will manage and maintain the resort while developing a strategy for the permanent divestment of the Home Valley pastoral …

The ILSC Corporate Plan 2022-23, Strategy to 2026 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. Outlined in the Corporate Plan, are our four pathways of change: Indigenous people are maintaining and growing the value and productivity of Country. Indigenous people are owning and managing Country sustainably. Indigenous people are influencing policy and opportunity …