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IBA MEDIA RELEASE: SIGNIFICANT CORPORATE EXPERTISE ADDED TO IBA BOARD

[…] instrumental in navigating complex economic landscapes and driving sustainable financial performance. In addition to his executive experience, Dr McTaggart has served on numerous boards, including the Suncorp Group, Spark Infrastructure, and the QIMR Berghofer Institute of Medical Research. His deep understanding of economic principles, coupled with his strategic vision, positions him as a valuable […]

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IBA Media Release: Senate approves amendment for Indigenous economic empowerment

Senate passes historic change to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Act 2005. Amendment allows IBA to expand its lending and finance opportunities to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to meet growing demand. Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) is delighted to welcome the historic passing of the legislative amendment to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander […]

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PM&C Media Release: New Indigenous Business Australia Board Members appointed

[…] was made a Fellow of the Australian Institute of International Affairs in 2022 for advancing Indigenous interests in trade and investment and serves on the Indigenous Advisory Group at NAB. Ms Leah Cameron (Director): A Palawa woman from Tasmania and the Managing Director and Principal Solicitor of Marrawah Law, Ms Cameron specialises in property law […]

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IBA MEDIA RELEASE: EMPOWERING PROSPERITY: INCREASED CAPITAL FOR INDIGENOUS ECONOMIC GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY

On 25 November 2024, the Australian Federal Government introduced the legislative amendment seeking to change Indigenous Business Australia’s governing legislation the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Act 2005. The change is intended to enable IBA to expand its financial capability to meet the increasing demand of First Nations people for home ownership, business enterprise, and […]

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In the Feel Good Business

Making our Mark In October we celebrated the 10 year anniversary of Indigenous Business Month (IBM) which showcased the theme 'Making our Mark' where we shared, celebrated and congratulated First Nations businsesses making their mark in the business sector. On socials we shared our 'Feel Good Fridays' and customer stories that feautred First Nations businesses. […]

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Activating Indigenous-led opportunities in Northern Australia

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, […]

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IBA MEDIA RELEASE: ABORIGINAL TOURISM ACCELERATOR SHOWCASE SUCCESS

[…] owning and operating my own fishing guided business in the near future.'' Images and interviews available upon request. Media contact: Tara Toohill 02 9207 6362 or tara.toohill@iba.gov.au A group of 16 people posing for the camera. An a4 piece of paper showing the schedule for the program, resting on a table with a water glass.

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Empowering women to bring waves of change

[…] Territory at a fee for service (due to lack of ongoing funding), with hopes to expand interstate to continue the powerful movement with First Nations women and girls. Wave of Change were a Social Enterprise partner with IBA in 2003. A group of 10 women smiling and posing for camera, many waving hands in air.

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Completing a Joint Expression of interest (EOI)

[…] to be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent to qualify for a IBA Home Loan Enter the name of traditional area (nation, clan, tribe or language group) - (optional) Select Yes or No if a single carer Select 'the Nearest office' from the drop-down list (optional field) Select 'the time to contact' from […]

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Completing an Expression of interest (EOI)

[…] to be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent to qualify for a IBA Home Loan Enter the name of traditional area (nation, clan, tribe or language group) - (optional) Select Yes or No if a single carer Select 'the Nearest office' from the drop-down list (optional field) Select 'the time to contact' from […]

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