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Join us on Wednesday 12 November 11.30am -12.30pm AEDT, for an online yarn about IBA's Strategy to 2030.  Hear directly from IBA’s CEO David Knights, and Chair Darren Godwell about. - The four strategic pillars guiding IBA to 2030. - How IBA is expanding its role as a capital provider and economic enabler. - What […]

IBA Newsletter October 2025 This month’s edition is full of powerful stories, exciting updates, and opportunities to connect. We proudly celebrated Indigenous Business Month under the theme Strength in Collaboration – a timely reminder of the value in sharing, connecting, and growing together with First Nations businesses and communities. One of the standout events was […]

Media Release on behalf of CBA and IBA. New Memorandum of Understanding to unlock better financial outcomes for First Nations people through home and business lending, and participation in renewables and carbon projects.   The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) and Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) have today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding […]

Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) has released its Annual Report for 2024–25 which shows Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across Australia are driving economic success, and building financial independence and long-term, economic prosperity.  The report showed that IBA achieved every KPI, and outlines key activities and achievements, including:  Distribution of $389.9 million in capital and […]

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. […]

Three prominent Aboriginal entities with key economic responsibilities are going to work in concert. Indigenous Business Australia (IBA), Aboriginal Investment NT, and the Larrakia Development Corporation (LDC) have formed a landmark partnership to invest in strategic infrastructure on Larrakia Country. A united investment approach to advance Larrakia asset base on their own lands. Indigenous Business […]

Did you catch our Chair this week on SBS? Darren Godwell was invited to be part of the program, which asked: Where has the Closing the Gap framework delivered results? The Chair was asked for his response to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s announcement at Garma Festival of his government's commitment to First Nations people's economic […]

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 […]

The Galambany Staff Network stands as a testament to the enduring cultural strength and leadership of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff at Indigenous Business Australia (IBA). Established to honour the unique contributions of First Nations employees, Galambany plays a pivotal role in fostering economic independence and cultural integrity across the organisation.  The name Galambany, […]