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Beau and Jess: IBA invested in my home build

Have you ever considered building your own home? With IBA’s recent $150 million Government equity injection, building your own home could be a reality. For Bunyah man Beau and his wife Jess, building their first home was a dream come true. The couple was attracted to building for the freedom of creating a home that […]

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Building homes for the future

IBA will receive $150 million in funding from the Federal Government over 2 years to stimulate construction and employment opportunities in regional locations. This equity injection will provide funding to support more Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people obtain a home loan to build their own home.

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IBA's 2030 Strategy

Reproduced from Chair, Darren Godwell's LinkedIn article. Greater support for Indigenous homeowners, Blak entrepreneurs & the Indigenous-led economy It’s Indigenous Business Month 2025 #IBM2025. Australia’s economy is seeing record Indigenous business growth. The charge is being led by Indigenous women as business creators and owners as they pursue new business opportunities at a rate faster […]

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Helpful videos for those wanting to construct their own home

Owning a home is the single greatest investment most people will make in their lives. Building your home brings pride and joy, however it is complicated and daunting to most people. IBA has created a 5-part series (20 mins total) called BRICK BY BRICK, with Yawaru woman Justine Kinney and property expert Garrick Smith to provide information […]

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A firm grip

Frustrated with paying off “someone else’s mortgage”, Alex and Dan made a commitment to repair their financial situation in preparation for home ownership.

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IBA/IRAM Media Release: Tennant Creek store update

Tennant Creek’s IGA supermarket is expected to open by November of this year, after an extensive reconstruction and fit-out of the old site. The IGA had to be relocated to a temporary site after the Paterson Street building, including adjoining retailers, was destroyed by arson in July 2020. The supermarket and buildings are owned by […]

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New research shows funding Indigenous Australians’ home ownership benefits us all

First article in a series of three, reproduced from The Guardian Labs. First published 20 December 2019 Housing security not only builds generational wealth but the flow-on effects are good for all Australians - the numbers speak for themselves. Home ownership is crucial to fostering a safe, healthy and prosperous community. Indigenous Australians remain overrepresented […]

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You’ve been pre-approved, now what?

Starting your property search (after IBA pre‑approval) When your Proceed to Purchase (PTP) letter arrives, it’s a big moment – you’re ready to start looking for a home. You know your borrowing limit, so the dream becomes real. Now it’s about finding a place where you can feel at home and build your future. You […]

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A life by design

Wayne and Lucy McGinness established their business Aboriginal Steel Art with support from IBA. When it came time to buy their new home, they knew who to talk to.

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MEDIA RELEASE: Indigenous Business Australia and CommBank collaborate to elevate First Nations financial outcomes 

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 […]

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