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The interest rates for some IBA home loans are changing based on market conditions. 

All impacted customers will be notified in writing about the change to their interest rate and loan repayment amount. Interest rate changes will come into effect on 15 November 2023. 

We have a range of resources available on our website including workshops to help you manage your loan and build your financial management skills. We also have a video that explains how IBA’s interest rates work. 

We’re always here to help. So if you have any concerns about managing your home loan repayments or are experiencing financial difficulty, please contact us to discuss your circumstances. 

General inquiries: 1800 107 107 or Financial Hardship: 1800 064 800. Or send us email via this form to arrange for someone to contact you. 

About Jenna

I am a proud Kija woman from the Kimberley Region in Western Australia, but I grew up in Hobart Tasmania. I now live in Perth (Boorloo), Western Australia and have been there for over eleven years.  I purchased my first Home Loan with IBA 16 years ago in Hobart which set me up to be where I am today.  I would never have guessed I would be doing the same for our Mob today

 

Journey to IBA

I completed year 11 in Hobart and decided to do a hairdressing TAFE apprenticeship; I was a hairdresser from age 17. When I moved to Perth, I completed an Indigenous Traineeship at Westpac which I really enjoyed and gained some finance experience before I joined IBA in 2018.

What is your role at IBA?

I am a Home Lending Officer in Perth (Boorloo), Whadjuk Noongar Country. My role allows me to assess home loan applications and support Aboriginal and Torres Islander people into home ownership.

 

Why IBA

I have found working with IBA an enjoyable experience. I love speaking to mob and being able to support them on their home ownership journey. Helping mob into home ownership is important to me as I know the dream of owning your own home is something many people would love. By supporting mob on their journey to home ownership, it allows me to build a great connection and rapport with our customers.

Building equity in a home can bring loads of opportunities. Such as mine, I sold my first home which allowed me to move interstate and buy my second home with a mainstream bank. I have been with IBA for six years now and it is such a rewarding job, I love feeling like I make a difference.

 

What’s your favourite song or album?

Anything made by Jason Derulo, he’s my favourite singer, I listen to him every day!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The interest rates for some of IBA home loans are changing based on market conditions.

All impacted customers have been notified, in writing, about the change to their interest rate and loan repayment amount. Interest rate changes will come into effect on 14 September 2023.

We have a range of resources available on our website including workshops to help you manage your loan and build your financial management skills. We also have a video that explains how IBA’s interest rates work.

We’re always here to help. So if you have any concerns about managing your home loan repayments or are experiencing financial difficulty, please contact us to discuss your circumstances.

General inquiries: 1800 107 107 or Financial Hardship: 1800 064 800. Or send us email via this form to arrange for someone to contact you.

Both our Alice Springs and Darwin offices have moved to new premises. The new addresses are below.

You can also always find up-to-date IBA office locations on our office locations map here.

Darwin / Larrakia Country
Office address:
Unit 4, 21 Parap Road, Parap, NT 0820

Postal address:

PO Box 880, Parap, NT, 0820

Phone: 1800 107 107


Alice Springs /Arrernte Country
Office address: 
Level 3, NT Supreme Court Building
14 Parsons Street
Alice Springs NT 0870

Postal address:
PO Box 113, Alice Springs, NT 0871

Phone: 1800 107 107

Our Corporate Plan 2023-24 is now published.

The plan lays out our key activities and pathways to prosperity alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. By growing our net assets to $2.5 billion over the next five years we will be able to support more than 10,000 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

“Managing, growing, and strengthening our asset base is the cornerstone of our mandate. This enables us to invest in significantly more Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people over time.” 

“Our new strategy and corporate plan will continue to build on this strong foundation by engaging and collaborating with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, businesses, and communities, and investing in sustainable commercial ventures.” Eddie Fry, IBA Chairperson.

IBA drives financial inclusion and economic empowerment with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Our technical capability as a financial services provider coupled with culturally informed customer service have a positive impact on the lives of many. We will continue to foster a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing team grounded in strong values. Image of the cover of the Corporate Plan

Our 2028 strategy builds on our 30-year history and experience to focus on the financial wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Taking a wellbeing approach shows an understanding of where our target outcomes fit within the broader needs of the people we serve.

The strategy and performance framework has four overarching goals:

  1. CHOICE – Provide choice and access to money, knowledge, and networks.
  2. INCLUSION – Focus on financial and economic inclusion.
  3. PROSPERITY – Champion intergenerational wealth and home ownerships.
  4. EXCELLENCE – Value partnerships and service excellence.

Investing in these areas ensures we continue to achieve positive economic, social, environmental and cultural impacts for our customers. Collaboration and partnerships will help us expand our impact.

“We know from our own research and customer feedback that demand for our products and services continues to grow. During the next five years, we will facilitate new investment opportunities and new partnership arrangements that increase wealth and assets for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.” Kirsty Moore, IBA CEO.

You can find our current and previous plans on our website under Corporate Documents. 

 

IBA are constantly looking for new ways to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people achieve their goals of home ownership, running a business, and investing in their future. In response to the growing housing crisis and some customers being priced out of their local markets, we’ve launched a new product called IBA Shared Equity to complement our IBA Home Loan.

The IBA Shared Equity product is a finance option provided in combination with an IBA Home Loan. With IBA Shared Equity, you can get up to 35% of the property purchase price, and IBA will provide an IBA Home Loan for the balance (less your deposit).

IBA will not jointly own the property, however, by providing the IBA Shared Equity product to you, IBA will have a share in the property that is equivalent to the percentage of the property purchase price that was financed using the IBA Shared Equity product (up to 35%).

Instead of making repayments on the IBA Shared Equity contribution like you will with your IBA Home Loan, IBA’s Shared Equity contribution amount increases and decreases in line with your property value, with payment or buyout only required at the time you refinance or sell your home.

This means your home loan will be more affordable because your repayments on your IBA Home Loan will be lower than if you had borrowed the full amount you needed to buy your home.

If you refinance or sell your home, IBA receives a percentage of the property value at that time relative to the IBA Shared Equity product, along with the outstanding balance of your IBA home loan.

It’s not for everyone, but for those that may benefit, we can work with you to review whether it’s the right option for you.

Find out more about IBA Shared Equity.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Have you seen the latest IBA e-newsletter? 

This special NAIDOC Week edition shares inspiring stories about our amazing customers, along with events, workshops, and of course, information about where to find us during NAIDOC Week!

Check out the stories featuring:

Read the newsletter here.

If you’d like a copy direct to your inbox every 2-3 months, you can subscribe to the newsletter here.

With NAIDOC happening all over Australia, there are so many ways you can get involved.

IBA are popping up around the country at various events. If you're around any of the following, come and see us and say hello. We may also tempt you with our lovely new merchandise, all produced by First Nations businesses.

collage of branded items including tattoos, teabags, coaster and pen.
Some of the awesome IBA merchandise supplied by First Nations businesses.

​​​​​​​Brisbane
Friday 7 July: Musgrave NAIDOC Family Fun Day

Cairns
Tuesday 4 July: DIYDG NAIDOC Breakfast

Cairns
Friday 7 July: Friday in the Park

Melbourne
Wednesday 5 July: Whole Government NAIDOC Celebration

Sydney
Monday 3 July: NAIDOC at NCIE Community Day

Townsville
Tuesday 4 July: NAIDOC Corporate Breakfast

Friday 7 July: NAIDOC Deadly Day Out - Townsville NAIDOC

 

Or find other events on the NAIDOC website.

Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) signs Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Export Finance Australia (EFA) to partner to improve access to financial services and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people seeking to pursue export and trade opportunities.

EFA and IBA partnership signing on 13 June 2023 with Minister Burney
EFA CEO John Hopkins, Minister Linda Burney, and IBA CEO Kirsty Moore

The Hon. Linda Burney MP witnessed the signing of the MOU between IBA and EFA, which commits the agencies to enhance financial offerings to First Nations businesses. IBA CEO Kirsty Moore is proud to have collaborated with EFA’s Managing Director & CEO John Hopkins and his team to improve access and outcomes for First Nations businesses pursuing export and trade opportunities.

IBA’s CEO Kirsty Moore noted, “The MOU establishes a framework for discussion between IBA and EFA to work collaboratively to improve access to financial services and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people seeking to pursue export and trade opportunities.”

EFA is the Australian Government’s export credit agency. EFA supports Australia’s trade and infrastructure agenda by providing commercial finance to support Australian exporting businesses and Indo-Pacific infrastructure development.

Export Finance Australia Logo ColourEFA Managing Director and CEO John Hopkins said, “We recognise the diversity and strength of First Nations businesses, and Export Finance Australia is committed to doing more to support them. This partnership will enable EFA and IBA to combine our expertise to better reach and finance First Nations businesses to grow and realise their export potential.”

The partnership will allow IBA and EFA to assist each other through:

The agreement will also enable both organisations to explore joint learning and development and marketing activities, including events.

Media contacts:

Tara Toohill  02 9207 6362 or tara.toohill@iba.gov.au

Chris Munro 0438 612 341 or chris.munro@exportfinance.gov.au

The interest rates for IBA home loans are changing. Rates will increase in response to changes made by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and based on market conditions.

All impacted customers will be notified, in writing, about the change to their interest rate and loan repayment amount. Interest rate changes will come into effect on 14 June 2023.

We have a range of resources available on our website including workshops to help you manage your loan and build your financial management skills. We also have a video that explains how IBA’s interest rates work.

We’re always here to help. So if you have any concerns about managing your home loan repayments or are experiencing financial difficulty, please contact us to discuss your circumstances.

General inquiries: 1800 107 107 or Financial Hardship: 1800 064 800. Or send us email via this form to arrange for someone to contact you.