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PRIMARY HEALTHCARE NETWORK MAKES HISTORY 

This bold step reflects NT PHN’s unwavering commitment to cultural safety, health equity and meaningful change in primary healthcare across the Territory.  The newly appointed directors – Dr Simone Raye, Professor Sean Taylor, Kylie Stothers and Leeanne Caton – bring a wealth of expertise in Aboriginal health, community development...

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HERE FOR THE LONG HAUL

Georgiou Group, which has more than 45 years experience in the industry, has grown into an industry leader known for quality, safety and innovation. Its expansion into the Territory is driven by a commitment to deliver high-quality infrastructure. Business Development Director Michael Ioannakis says the company’s plans...

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TRAINEES FLY HIGH AT CAREFLIGHT

The Pathways to Employment program provides work experience, traineeships and scholarships to support First Nations individuals looking to build careers in administration, healthcare and aviation.  Last year, CareFlight carried out more than 7500 aeromedical patient retrievals across the Northern Territory.  As part of its...

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THE NORTH IS GROWING

Top End Controls and Automation, a female Indigenous-owned company specialising in electrical control systems and automation that has built a strong reputation for delivering first-class work is ready and able to take part in the Northern Territory’s economic regeneration.  TEC Automation and their sister company, TEC Fire, are based in...

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WURRBA’S MISSION

He founded project management and construction company Wurrba in Darwin four years ago to help fill the gaps in Indigenous employment within the greater Darwin area. The business has completed a range of projects, including many for Defence, such as refurbishment of the technical workshop at Robertson Barracks, demolition and rebuild at RAAF...

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WINYA: DRIVING SOCIAL CHANGE

From its humble beginnings in a small pop-up office four years ago to becoming a leading provider of sustainable, high-quality office furniture in Northern Australia, Winya has redefined what it means to operate with purpose and impact. Under the leadership of manager Michelle Smith and Territory-born operations manager Renee Baker, Winya’s...

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TRACKS INTEGRATED SERVICES

TRACKS Integrated Services is a high-performing, Indigenous-owned and female-led labour hire and recruitment company with a growing national footprint.  Established in 2018 and based in Darwin and Brisbane – with expansion underway in Perth – TRACKS Integrated Services delivers tailored workforce solutions across a wide range of...

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TRACKS CARE 

Indigenous-owned TRACKS Care is making a significant difference by offering culturally safe disability services tailored to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.  With a strong foundation in understanding and respecting cultural values, the organisation is dedicated to improving the lives of Aboriginal people with...

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INTRACT: A DIFFERENCE THAT MATTERS

The company is Aboriginal-owned and also takes its corporate and social responsibilities seriously. “We’re a different kind of business,” says Billie-Jo Hudson, who started as a labourer and worked her way up to become the Northern Territory Business Manager. “We want to be profitable but also to make a difference and give back to our...

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FROM SMALL THINGS BIG THINGS GROW

The civil construction company was just a sole trading firm in 2018 when Madelyn Farrington and Ryan Butterworth transitioned to a company structure.  It has grown at a healthy, sustainable rate ever since – thanks to hard work, smart planning and, recently, support from Indigenous Business Australia, which helps the economic...

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BUNJI KICKS GOALS

That eye for a good opportunity didn’t desert the half forward flanker when he retired after playing exactly 100 games for the Bombers and returned home to the Northern Territory. Dean saw a gap in the market for an Aboriginal majority-owned company to supply plant and equipment to major contractors.  Bunji Hire, which started...

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THE ABSOLUTE BEST 

Darwin-based Absolute Signage NT specialises in the manufacture and supply of traffic signage and roadside products – it offers everything from guideposts and wheel stops to bollards and traffic cones.  Co-owners Sinead Burnett and Clayton Dumigan share a clear vision: to be the leading traffic signage supplier in the Northern...