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SORAYA SHINES IN ELECTRICAL TRADE 

She is the co-owner of a successful specialised electrical, automation and instrumentation company and a woman thriving in what is still an industry dominated by men  “I’m the quiet type who just gets on with the job,” she says.  Soraya, who owns TEC Automation with her husband Ryan, is descended from the Traditional Owners...

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SECURING THE JAWOYN’S FUTURE

Apart from the Territory and Federal governments, the Katherine-based Jawoyn Association is the main economic force in the Big Rivers region.  It employs 260 staff, 180 of them Indigenous, working in nine business divisions and has an annual turnover of $35 million.  About 77 percent of its income is...

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FROM THE CEO 

A proud Wadjigan/Larrakia man and visionary leader.  NTIBN has experienced an unprecedented surge in demand for its range of support services, amassing a thriving community of nearly 400 certified members.  In the past few years, NTIBN has championed a robust agenda, significantly expanding our Hub service offerings. This includes...

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FROM THE CHAIR

A respected figure in the Territory's business scene, assuming the role of Chairperson for the Northern Territory Indigenous Business Network (NTIBN) in November 2023. She is also a voice for Indigenous businesses that resonates within the varied industry sectors. With a remarkable ability to forge connections and foster collaboration, she has...

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SECURING THE JAWOYN’S FUTURE

An Aboriginal organisation covering an area almost the size of Tasmania is one of Australia’s great quiet achievers. Apart from the Territory and Federal governments, the Katherinebased Jawoyn Association is the main economic force in the Big Rivers region. It employs 260 staff, 180 of them Indigenous, working in nine business divisions...

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WURRBA BEGINS TO MAKE A MARK

Darwin-based Wurrba, which specialises in project management and construction, has won multiple Defence contracts over the past three years. It is now keen to take on more Defence work and expand into private and other government work, including remote residential building and maintenance. Raphael, who played 85 games for St Kilda from...

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TRADITION, CULTURE, OPPORTUNITY

WHAT IS THE SAVANNA FIRE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM? For thousands of years, First Nations peoples have managed their Country in the Top End of Australia, through traditional fire practices. These fire practices – also known as controlled burning – involve applying fire to strategically identified areas of Country at the right time of the year...

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BLAK BUSINESS AWARD WINNERS 

BEST BLAK CONSTRUCTION AND RESOURCES BUSINESS  Manapan Furniture  Sponsor: Sitzler  BEST BLAK CREATIVE BUSINESS  Garawa Aboriginal Designs  Sponsor: Minister Kate Worden  BEST BLAK START-UP BUSINESS  Elite 4X4 Darwin  Sponsor: AKJ Services  YOUNG BLAK...

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RECOGNISING BLAK EXCELLENCE 

Winners hail from a wide range of industries, including consultancy, hospitality, tourism, construction, IT, design, furniture-making and fashion, highlighting the breadth of talent and creativity present.  Unlike national events, these awards uniquely emphasise community recognition and regional representation, honoring excellence in...

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CREATING A UNITED VOICE 

Despite the significant role Aboriginal businesses play in the economy, they face unique challenges, such as limited access to capital, skills development opportunities and market access.  The absence of a peak body has further compounded these challenges and prevented Aboriginal businesses from reaching their full potential.  The...

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LEADING THE WAY 

The 10th forum, held in Alice Springs in October 2021, saw tremendous success, attracting 350 participants from across the Territory and the nation. Building on this achievement, NTIBN hosted the forum once more in 2023, breaking attendance records with more than 600 attendees at the Darwin Convention Centre. This remarkable growth in...

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CHANGING LIVES ONE STORY AT A TIME 

The organisation has grown in a measured, sustainable way over the past few years and now has 10 divisions, ranging from employment services to a one-stop shop for cleaning products and equipment, from labour hire to Northern Australia’s only dry ice cleaning operation.  Ironbark, which employs around 100 staff, is not-for-profit but...