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“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) 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 …

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’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 …

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 (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 …

The future strategic direction of the Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is being directly shaped from the outcomes of the organisation’s largest ever targeted community engagement process. The program of engagement took place over a 15-week period, from May to August 2022. The ILSC listened to the aspirations and priorities of more than 400 people, totalling over 1200 hours of sharing, all to inform its National Indigenous Land and Sea Strategy (NILSS) – the ILSC’s primary policy …

ILSC Group Chief Executive Officer, Joe Morrison, has been interviewed by the Australian Council For International Development’s (ACFID) Reimagining Development: Conversations on the New Development Policy podcast. The podcast is hosted by Good Will Hunters founder Rachel Mason Nunn and ACFID’s Chief Policy Officer Jessica Mackenzie. The 8-episode podcast series focuses on the new development policy and the international development landscape. Episode three featuring Joe explores the Indigenous …

A $10 million dollar project announced in June 2021 will create a purpose-built village for Aboriginal Elders living in Adelaide, South Australia. The project is a partnership between the Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC), the Kaurna Yerta Aboriginal Corporation, the national Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander not for profit housing provider Aboriginal Community Housing Limited (ACHL) and the South Australian State Government. The Aboriginal Independent Living Village project will …

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) invested more than $22.3 million in partnerships with 31 Indigenous organisations over a 12-month period according to its Returning and managing Country 2021/22 publication released today. The publication showcases the stories behind the ILSC. It highlights the successes and tremendous outcomes achieved by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander corporations it partners with and shares their stories. These partnerships have resulted in dozens of …