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Ember Connect was founded with a clear mission: to enhance the social capital and economic independence of First Nations women across Australia. Born from the collective vision of a small network of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, Ember Connect aims to empower women on their personal, professional and cultural journeys. By connecting them with […]

Has your home or business been impacted by the recent floods to parts of the Derwent Valley, Tasmania? If you have an IBA home loan or business finance product and have been impacted by this weather event, we want to reassure you and your family that IBA is here in times of need. Customers impacted […]

Eddie Fry, IBA Chair, presented this speech at the Developing Northern Australia Conference in Karratha on 27 August 2024. IBA HAS A DREAM IBA has always had big dreams, but many thought it a mere figment. However, IBA has grown to become a significant institution of lasting maturity that has structured meaning and measured outcomes, […]

First Nations people already have a complex environment to navigate in the world but add LGBTQIA+ to the mix and things get even tougher. IBA had a yarn with Allira Potter to discuss language, identity and how organisations can step up to the challenge in supporting their colleagues. First up, do you know what LGBTQIA+ […]

Our Corporate Plan 2024-25 is now published. The plan marks 50 years of the Indigenous Home Ownership Program. Since inception, the program has written over 21,000 home loans, improving the lives of thousands of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, while contributing to the overall housing assistance framework in Australia. It outlines what we will […]

IBA launch 1st ESG strategy with wellbeing at the centre of consideration. Seeks to move beyond compliance and risk management to incorporate lived experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Focus areas range from climate change resilience to responsible investing. Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) launched its first Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy with […]

We’re halfway through the month, but August still has plenty in store! We've got a few of events lined up before the end of August—so if you're around, come by, say hello, and let's connect! Developing Northern Australia Conference Our Chair, Eddie Fry, will present, “Activating First Nations Led Opportunities in Northern Australia”. Our Executive […]

IBA on track to achieve strategy towards 2028 after one year since launched. Organisation delivering financial inclusion and economic empowerment with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. $365 million distributed in capital and capability development support as at 30 June 2024. Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) set out a clear path to deliver financial inclusion and […]

About Ben I’m currently living and residing on Turrbal and Yuggera Country in Brisbane. Growing up, I lived in many places all over Australia but was mainly raised in Alice Springs in the NT. Even though I spent a lot of time in the desert, I have a big affinity with water. Whenever I can, […]

Specialist business program delivered to support Aboriginal entrepreneurs in the NT to create and grow strong and sustainable tourism businesses. Participants present at their final showcase and celebrate their achievements. Marked the end of a 6-month program delivered by IBA in partnership with the NT Government. This week, eight participants of the Northern Territory Aboriginal […]