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Indigenous Business Australia was a proud sponsor of the World Indigenous Business Forum (WIBF) 2025, held in Melbourne, Australia. With strong representation from across the IBA network – Board member Brian Bero, CEO David Knights, Deputy CEO Sean Armistead, Faysal Fassi, Trudy Hart, Rachelle Singleton, Greg Ellis, Gordon Jeffrey, June Edwards, Frank Lowah, Jazmin Poyser, […]

Step into the wild heart of the Northern Territory through the lens of Paul Thomsen, a photographer whose work doesn’t just document nature, it immerses you in it. Born in Darwin in 1968, Paul has spent his life surrounded by the rugged beauty of the Top End. With over 35 years behind the camera and […]

Ray Pratt is a proud Western Arrernte man from Alice Springs and the founder of DICE, a business delivering construction, electrical contracting, and renewable energy projects with an integrated approach on Larrakia Country, Darwin. Ray’s journey into business was shaped early on by his hardworking parents – especially his father, whose entrepreneurial spirit inspired Ray. […]

This year marked our second proud participation in the Koori Knockout a powerful, humbling, and deeply enriching experience. Alongside the belly laughs, hearty meals, and meaningful connections, we walked away with renewed purpose and insight.  More than a sporting event, the Koori Knockout is a cultural cornerstone. With an estimated 40,000 attendees, it stands as […]

Taunurung woman, Nicole, is a successful business and homeowner, with a lot to be proud of. But she takes the greatest pride in the values and financial independence that she inspires through generations of her family. Nicole was determined from a young age to get on the property ladder early, to build her financial future. […]

Meet Pete and Kylie who went from aspiring homeowners to proud first homeowners. Their journey is a powerful testament to what’s possible when determination meets the right support.  Like many aspiring homeowners, Pete and Kylie began their journey with hope and uncertainty. But with the guidance of IBA Home Loan Officer Michelle, they found not […]

NAIDOC Week 2025 arrives at a defining moment for Indigenous economic participation in Australia. As Chair of Indigenous Business Australia, I had the privilege of addressing our staff during this historic week under the theme “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy". This theme is more than symbolic. It captures the essence of the transformation […]

As NAIDOC Week 2025 marked its 50th anniversary, IBA proudly stood alongside communities across the country to celebrate the enduring culture, strength, and leadership of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This year’s theme, “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy,” honours the wisdom of Elders while spotlighting the empowering voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait […]

“Through the Generations” One Legacy. Many Futures. Your stories. Our history. 50 years through the Generations. Through the generations, we’ve had the privilege of supporting First Nations families and communities in supporting their dreams. From parents and individuals building a foundation of home ownership, to entrepreneurs growing businesses that thrive, each step forward has been […]

As IBA proudly recognises its 50th anniversary this year, another significant milestone stands alongside it, the 25th anniversary of Bawrunga Aboriginal Medical Service (BAMS). These shared anniversaries are more than numbers; they are a reflection of generations of resilience, partnership, and unwavering dedication to uplifting First Nations communities.  As one of the original founders, Weilwan […]