ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

The Australian Government acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this website may contain images, voices and names of deceased persons.

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Indigenous.gov.au: connecting with First Nations Australians

Affordable grocery prices in Lockhart River

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​​Soum and Charlene work at the Freddie Clarence Moses Supermarket where the Low-Cost Essentials Subsidy Scheme is helping shoppers buy household staples at lower prices.​

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Creating Jobs in Remote Communities

25 March 2026

The Remote Jobs and Economic Development program is creating opportunities and building confidence for people living in remote communities.
MGK team members Rim, Wigness and Olandi at the London Missionary Society Memorial site

​​Strengthening Culture, Country, and Community on Mabuyag Island

13 March 2026

​​​​Mabuygiw Garkaziw Kupay Torres Strait Islander Corporation is making an impact on Mabuyag Island through its commitment to culture, conservation, and community development. ​​
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Building women’s confidence through digital skills

23 February 2026

In the heart of the Torres Strait, a digital initiative is enabling local women with new career opportunities
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​​Indigenous Protected Area Program management change

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16 April 2026

​​The Department of Climate Change, Energy and the Environment (DCCEEW) are now managing the Indigenous Protected Area (IPA) Program (The Program).​

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​Caption: The black-footed rock wallaby is listed as Vulnerable under national environment law and is found in several Indigenous Protected Areas (IPAs) across Australia.​

The Youpla Support Program is closing soon

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10 April 2026

The Youpla Support Program runs until 30 June 2026. We want to make sure eligible former ACBF/Youpla members don’t miss out.

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Youpla Support Program is closing soon

​​Great Barrier Reef Water Quality Improvement Program

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09 April 2026

​​An Approach to Market is open for applications for Phase one of the Great Barrier Reef Traditional Owner-Led Water Quality Improvement Program.​

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