Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation in Darwin, Northern Territory | Non-profit organisation

Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation

Locality: Darwin, Northern Territory

Phone: +61 8 8931 6600

Address: 631 Stuart Highway, Berrimah Darwin, NT, Australia

Website: http://www.ironbark.org.au

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25.01.2022 The Foodbank Christmas Food Drive supporting Territorians in need this Christmas. To find out more and to get involved please go to foodbank.org.au

25.01.2022 This month’s Ironbark Above and Beyond (IAAB) award went to our valued member of the Corporate Team, Jacinta Willis. Jacinta is our Human Resources Assistant and has been working hard to maintain efficient business continuity in the face of the department being short staffed. Staff from other departments have noticed how efficient and timely your responses are and have really appreciated your support during these challenging times. Congratulations and thank you for staying true to the Ironbark values!

25.01.2022 Good News Story, Adelaide River Activities Centre, ‘Keeping Things Moving in the Adelaide River Region’. Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation’s Activities Supervisor, Mark Hay, recently completed a four-day training course in Heavy Rigid driving skills. The course, which was facilitated by Charles Darwin University, provided Mark with knowledge and practical experience in the legal aspects of driving Heavy Rigid vehicles, but also WHS procedures and securing loads. The week culmin...ated in Mark being awarded the Heavy Rigid licence. Ironbark’s Adelaide River Project Coordinator, Nicole Webster, said she is very pleased that Mark has attained this licence as there are significant logistical requirements in moving stock and equipment to and from the Adelaide River Region. Nicole is also happy to see staff members making the effort to improve their skill sets and increase their contribution to the team and the outcomes for the site and the organisation as a whole. Mark says that he really enjoys driving the larger vehicles and is looking forward to more opportunities to do so and has already driven Ironbark’s large Fuso tip truck to collect backfill materials for the irrigation project currently underway at Adelaide River site. Good on you Mark, well done!

24.01.2022 FOR SALE Resin Side tables The tables are made with solid timber and have a forest green epoxy resin routed throughout the centre. Measurements: Length 600mm , Width- 400mm, Height- 720mm At $75 each this is an absolute bargain for anyone who is looking for a unique gift. Nearest offers will be considered.... (Cash only sales) Please contact Neale Wigney between 9am to 2pm Monday-Friday on 89351200 to make enquires. See more

24.01.2022 This months Ironbark Above and Beyond (IAAB) award went to our valued member of the Corporate Team, Jacinta Willis. Jacinta is our Human Resources Assistant and has been working hard to maintain efficient business continuity in the face of the department being short staffed. Staff from other departments have noticed how efficient and timely your responses are and have really appreciated your support during these challenging times. Congratulations and thank you for staying true to the Ironbark values!

23.01.2022 Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation were proud sponsors of the 18th hole in the recent Chamber Of Commerce NT Golf Day where money was raised for St Johns NT. Well done to Team Ironbark which included Jody, Mick and Brad who recorded their lowest score in 4 years, paring the course!

23.01.2022 The Belyuen and Territory Wildlife Park Community Development Program Activities joined forces over a week to complete chainsaw operation and maintenance training held at Berry Springs Nature Park. New skills learnt included cutting techniques, chainsaw maintenance and sharpening and most importantly the safe operation of chainsaws. The group were also inducted into the safe use of the woodchipper which will be utilised to recycle the cut timber and spread it throughout the park. This basic induction provided the skills that could lead to a new career path and gaining confidence in the use of new equipment is always a winner. Good work to everyone who participated.

22.01.2022 A couple of months ago staff from Aboriginal Bush Traders approached the Ironbark Holtze Community Development Program team to see if they would construct some green ant light sculptures so that ABT located in the historical Lyons Cottage could participate in and support the Bruce Munro Tropical Lights Exhibition due to open in the Darwin CBD in November. Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation are really excited to present this amazing result which was produced by Daleighla Brock a...nd Ben Worthington and overseen by Ironbark Activity Supervisor Damian Kimber and Ironbark Project Coordinator Neale Wigney. This project wouldnt have been possible without the advice and expertise of Aus Voltage Electrical who supplied and installed all electrical items required and the Holtze install team including Jake, Jason, Daleighla and Stuart. Thanks also goes to Lyla and Matty at ABT for the original idea. Go and check out our illuminated green ants located in the gardens of Aboriginal Bush Traders as you wander through this world first city wide Tropical Light exhibition. Enjoy!

22.01.2022 The Belyuen CDP crew have been doing a fantastic job in the Belyuen Community Aged Care Centre, clearing out old trees, modifying garden beds and making way for new colourful and edible plants. In coming weeks, the team will be planting more trees around the fence boundary and building an outdoor area to increase the shade for residents to sit outside under. Great work fellas, we are sure the residents will love it once its finished!

22.01.2022 Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation supports National Reconciliation Week and encourages you to get involved in local events in your community. Reconciliation is a journey for all Australians as individuals, families, communities, organisations and importantly as a nation. At the heart of this journey are relationships between the broader Australian community and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Follow this link to see how you can get involved this week and all y...ear round: https://www.reconciliation.org.au/ Click this link to inform yourself about the Aboriginal Land you are on: https://aiatsis.gov.au//a/aiatsis-map-indigenous-australia #InThisTogether #NRW2020

21.01.2022 Community Clean Up Day Belyuen Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation staff at Belyuen have been working together with Belyuen Community Government Council to prepare the community for the cyclone season and have all of the hard rubbish, scrap metal and vehicle bodies cleaned up. Belyuen Community is looking fantastic after this team effort. Thanks to everyone involved especially Tom at Veolia for his hands-on assistance with health and safety advice.

21.01.2022 With the end of 2020 fast approaching, the Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation team, including RapidClean NT and Aboriginal Bush Traders, would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We thank you for your continuous support throughout this challenging year and look forward to working with you all in 2021!

20.01.2022 HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Today, June 1st 2020, is a significant day in the history of Ironbark. 20 years ago today Ironbark commenced as Darwin Regional CDEP Incorporated following extensive consultations with the Indigenous Communities in the Darwin Region.... Over the past 20 years the Corporation has changed names, moved to various locations and seen many faces come and go not only as staff but also participants in our programs. Through all of this Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation remains committed to a positive future of self-determination for Aboriginal people and their communities and we will continue to improve lives and transform communities one story at a time for many years to come. Please refer to Our History on our website to read of our beginning https://www.ironbark.org.au/about-us/ We are currently in the process of capturing our great history on video. A celebration is also being arrange with more details to followwatch this space To all of our current Management & staff, I say a huge thank you for your contribution to our story and for being a part of the Ironbark Family. It is people like yourselves that have made Ironbark what it is today and we are shaping what it will look like in the future. Heres to the next 20 years! Happy Birthday!

18.01.2022 Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation including Aboriginal Bush Traders will be closed for the Christmas break from 2pm on the 24th of December through to the 5th of January 2020. Then from the 6th to the 17th of January 2020 inclusive Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation and Aboriginal Bush Traders will be closed for our 2020 annual staff training sessions. Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation and Aboriginal Bush Traders will reopen to the public and clients on Monday the 20th of January 2...020. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year. We look forward to working with you in 2020!!

18.01.2022 Its all systems go at Rapid Clean NT! Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation are proud to announce 100% ownership of Rapid Clean NT. Rapid Clean NT invites everyone who has a cleaning job to do, be it a homeowner, business proprietor, cleaning professional or a sub-contractor. No matter what background you come to us from we understand your desire to find the perfect cleaning solution to help you complete your tasks faster and better and at an attractive price. ... Rapid Clean NT is truly a one stop shop for all your cleaning equipment, cleaning solutions, janitorial requirements, paper products, a full range of dispensing equipment and a service department to support any of the commercial equipment you have. Located centrally in Winnellie with a strong focus on Indigenous employment and providing reliable service and good value to clients. If you want to come in and check us out please phone ahead first on 8947 0590 or email [email protected] Pictured here is the Rapid Clean NT Business Manager Samoane Regattieri (second from left) and her team Gina, Colin and Jason taking delivery of their new delivery van And yes, we have hand sanitiser and toilet paper too!

18.01.2022 The Territory Wildlife Park Activity crew worked hard last week clearing up the entrance to the park to get ready for the cyclone season. This clean-up also assisted as a part of ongoing eradication of non-native species from the area. Great work guys!

18.01.2022 See you tomorrow at ABT

18.01.2022 Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation staff were pleased with the outcome of Darwin Harbour Clean Up Day working alongside the women from the Belyuen Knucky Women’s Centre, the Kenbi Rangers, Wagait Shire Council and Veolia waste management. Teams split up to cover this large area and all crews picked up a large amount of rubbish by the end of the day. It is great to have people working together for a great cause, making a difference and looking after our natural environment. Thanks very much to all involved.

18.01.2022 Holtze CDP Activities Centre Participant Kathleen Gee is making these bags out of recycled clothing. This one is for sale for $30 and you can contact Neale on 8935 1200 if you are interested in purchasing it. Nice work Kathleen!

18.01.2022 The Ironbark Community Development Program (CDP) at Holtze have several outdoor chair and table sets for sale all made by Ironbark Holtze CDP participants. They are made with steel frames and solid wooden tops, good quality and very sturdy. Each table and chair set is $100 and the single table with no chairs is $50. The table with the white legs is $500. The money will be shared between the people involved in their construction. Please contact Neale on 0427 339 464 if youre interested.

17.01.2022 Ironbarks Above And Beyond (IAAB) Award for May 2020 goes to Glen (Croc) Gailer! Croc is Ironbarks Activity Supervisor at the Territory Wildlife Park site. Croc and his CDP Participants efforts at Manton Dam Recreation Area and the Berry Springs Nature Park were recognised in February by our community stakeholders at the Territory Wildlife Park and the NT Parks and Wildlife Commission via a thank you letter.... We are always pleased to get such positive feedback and we thank Croc for his dedication to the organisation, its clients and community stakeholders. Congratulations Croc!! Pictured here is Croc Gailer and Ironbark CEO Shaun Pearce.

17.01.2022 Today we say farewell to Fran White our Human Resources and WHSE Senior Coordinator from the Corporate Services Team. Fran has served Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation for almost four years and has left the organisation in better shape than when she found it. Thank you for everything Fran and good luck with your new life in Tennant Creek! We are sure you will make a great contribution to that community as well. ... From all of us at Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation, farewell, for now.

16.01.2022 Don't forget, tomorrow is SUNSET SANGRIA SHOPPING - at the very employee friendly time of 4:22pm-6:22pm. Come for a glass of sangria and nail that Christmas list. #ChristmasShopping #Christmas #sangria #Darwin #gifts #AboriginalBushTraders #Culture #Enterprise #Opportunity

15.01.2022 Celebrations for Indigenous Elder Helen Fejo-Frith from the Bagot Community who was named a Senior of Excellence at the Seniors of Excellence NT Inc. 2020 Presentation of Awards celebration held at the Trailer Boat Club yesterday. Helen was nominated by Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation for all the hard work she has done over the years to support Aboriginal people and Communities. Helen has been a strong advocate for Indigenous issues and a tireless contributor to Indigenous an...d non-Indigenous communities in the NT most of her life - from Beswick, Barunga, Katherine and Kalano Communities to Bagot Community Darwin where she has lived for the past 21 years. Over many years Helen has been the focal point and go to person in the Bagot Community and she has worked with a multitude of service providers, Government Agencies and various stakeholder organisations to try and improve the quality of life and social inclusion for Indigenous people. Well done Helen you are an absolute legend!

15.01.2022 The Community Development Program participants at Adelaide River Culture, Language and Arts activity have been making these wonderful earrings mostly made of acrylic on wood with sterling silver. Each set is unique and made by local Adelaide River and Batchelor residents. You can purchase them for $75 a pair. Limited stock contact Nicole on 0427 003 698. Dont worry if you miss out, more like these will be available for sale at the upcoming CDP Christmas Market on the 28th of November 2019!

14.01.2022 Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation is celebrating a milestone, of 20 years of 'Changing lives one story at a time'. We thank, Her Honour, The Administrator of the Northern Territory for hosting our milestone event in the wonderful and iconic, Government House. Government House Darwin

14.01.2022 This Thursday night, Ironbark Aboriginal Corporations CEO Shaun Pearce will be participating in the Annual Vinnies CEO Sleep Out to help raise money to assist Australias homeless. Click on the following link to help Shaun raise as much as he can for this important cause https://www.ceosleepout.org.au/fundraise/shaunpearce/darwin Thank you and Good Luck Shaun!

11.01.2022 Participants from Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation Holtze Activities Centre have been busy on a range of artistic projects such as printed clothing and textiles, woodwork, painted mahogany nuts, placemats and even beautifully crafted tables. The team have also been sewing handcrafted wallaby and baby kangaroo wildlife bags and beds to contribute to Wildlife Information, Rescue and Education Service (WIRES) NSW for the wildlife injured by the recent bushfires. More than 60 diff...erent items were completed for donation and will be sent off interstate soon. Pictured here are members of the team putting their skills to work for this great cause. Well done to everyone involved and thanks for a great start to 2020! Patterns for these bags were provided by the Animal Rescue Collective Craft Guild (ARCCG).

10.01.2022 This Thursday the Aboriginal Bush Traders lawns will come alive with gorgeous handmade Indigenous arts and crafts. Stunning fabrics, handcrafted timber, beautiful jewellery and fashion are just some of the exciting work available. The Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation Community Development Program (CDP) Showcase + Market is your chance to support artists and makers from around the Top End and Daly River Region participating in Ironbark lead programs. The market runs from 9:00...am - 2:00pm this Thursday 15 August. A BBQ will be available.

09.01.2022 Do you have a Gamba Grass problem? As one of the most destructive weeds in the Northern Territory, gamba grass can have a devastating impact. Did you know that Gamba grass-infested landscapes carry up to eight times higher fuel loads than native forest and pastures! Ironbark Labour Hire provides services to eradicate gamba grass across the NT region. Our treatment is a combination of slashing, burning, removal and chemical. We customise our approach to best suit your needs, w...hich includes creating and spraying fire breaks and fence lines. Our services cover a wide range of lands from small, medium and large properties to pastoral and hobby farms, parks and reserves and NT Government managed land. Call our team today for a FREE quote on site on 08 8931 6600 or email [email protected] or head to our website https://www.ironbark.org.au/labour-hire-and-recruitment/

09.01.2022 With the support of Bunnings Palmerston, we held our second National Tree Day in Belyuen recently in conjunction with the Belyuen Primary School and students. Bunnings kindly donated the plants and the students got involved planting them and watering them in. The Ironbark crew put their skills to great use digging the holes in the hard soil and the team and students will continue to water the new trees until the rain begins. Thanks to everyone who participated especially Trish from Bunnings!

09.01.2022 Good News Story, Adelaide River Activities Centre, Keeping Things Moving in the Adelaide River Region. Ironbark Aboriginal Corporations Activities Supervisor, Mark Hay, recently completed a four-day training course in Heavy Rigid driving skills. The course, which was facilitated by Charles Darwin University, provided Mark with knowledge and practical experience in the legal aspects of driving Heavy Rigid vehicles, but also WHS procedures and securing loads. The week culmin...ated in Mark being awarded the Heavy Rigid licence. Ironbarks Adelaide River Project Coordinator, Nicole Webster, said she is very pleased that Mark has attained this licence as there are significant logistical requirements in moving stock and equipment to and from the Adelaide River Region. Nicole is also happy to see staff members making the effort to improve their skill sets and increase their contribution to the team and the outcomes for the site and the organisation as a whole. Mark says that he really enjoys driving the larger vehicles and is looking forward to more opportunities to do so and has already driven Ironbarks large Fuso tip truck to collect backfill materials for the irrigation project currently underway at Adelaide River site. Good on you Mark, well done!

09.01.2022 Last night Ironbark CEO Shaun Pearce hosted his first Palmerston Regional Business Association Inc networking event at the Noonamah Tavern & Rodeo as the newly appointed president. Ironbark’s Business Development Manager Brad Rake also presented on the threats of gamba grass and what Ironbark is doing to help tackle this issue in the Darwin Daly region and beyond. To find out more about combating gamba grass, call our team today for a FREE quote on site on 08 8931 6600 or email [email protected] or head to our website https://www.ironbark.org.au/labour-hire-and-recruitment/

08.01.2022 Her Honour The Administrator of the Northern Territory the Honourable Vicki OHalloran visited the Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation Nauiyu Activities Centre on Tuesday during her visit to the Nauiyu Community. Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation Nauiyu Project Coordinator Nigel Fraser showed Her Honour around the Community Development Program Centre and explained how Ironbark contributes to the community. A big thank you goes to Her Honour and her Team for showing such an interest in our Nauiyu Community activities.

08.01.2022 Get your entries in for the 2021 National NAIDOC Poster Competition! Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists are invited to submit artworks for the 2021 National NAIDOC Poster Competition, which must reflect the 2021 theme; Heal Country! The winning artwork will collect a $10,000 cash prize and be used as the 2021 National NAIDOC Poster. Have your artwork seen and celebrated Australia-wide as the centrepiece to NAIDOC Week 2021! ... Find out more here: https://www.naidoc.org.au//national-naidoc-poster-competit #NAIDOC2021

07.01.2022 FOR SALE Blue Resin Table The table is made with solid timber and has a blue epoxy resin routed throughout the centre, a dark varnish look with solid steel legs to stand. Measurements: Length 1090mm , Width- 600mm, Height- 780mm On sale for $150 (nearest offers will be considered)... Cash only sales Please contact Neale Wigney between 9am to 2pm Monday-Friday on 89351200 to make enquires. See more

07.01.2022 Blue Knot Day is the Blue Knot Foundation's national awareness day celebrated in October every year. On this day, they ask all Australians to unite in support of the 5 million Australian adult survivors of childhood trauma and abuse. Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation supports this initiative. For more information: https://www.blueknot.org.au/

06.01.2022 We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Halpin Hart on winning the 2020 Top End NAIDOC Male Elder of the Year award. An award that recognises respected and inspirational Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander role models and leaders, Halpin is a well-deserving recipient for his continuous work to improve the lives of many within our community. Halpin has been heavily involved with the Northern Territory Stolen Generations Aboriginal Corporation since its in...ception and has been an avid supporter of their values with responding directly to the needs and concerns of members and families of the Stolen Generation. As one of the members on Ironbark’s Board of Directors, Uncle Halpin (as he fondly is known to many) brings a wide range of knowledge and experience to the team, as well an incredible passion and enthusiasm to help build a better future for the next generation. A proud Jawoyn man, Halpin is the current Chairperson for the Mulligas & Cudjeris group and is also on the Indigenous Advisory Committee at the Rosebery Middle School for Indigenous Culture. #NAIDOCWeek #NAIDOC2020 #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe

06.01.2022 FOR SALE Custom Made Dining Table Custom made dining table with ocean theme. Incorporated are ocean rocks, corals, shells and other assorted pieces embedded into an epoxy resin compound with a high gloss finish. Table frame is made with 1.6mm steel with a charcoal grey paint finish. Measurements: Length 2070mm, Width 890mm, Height 785mm... On sale now for $475 (Nearest offer will be considered) Cash only sales Please contact Neale Wigney between 9am to 2pm Monday- Friday on 89351200 to make enquires. See more

06.01.2022 The Ironbark Above And Beyond Award (IAAB) for August 2020 goes to our skilled Job IT Activity Coordinator, Harry Magoulias. Harry has been an employee of Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation for less than twelve months but in that short time he has transformed his area into a well-functioning service that our Jobseekers report back that they really enjoy attending. Harrys determination and patience has given our Jobseekers with no former experience on computers an opportunity ...to learn new skills and allowed many to obtain certificates in the operation of many different computer software packages. This has in turn built up their digital literacy confidence and will assist them to move into the labour market with some solid new skills. Well done and thank you Harry! You are a great asset to our organisation and our clients.

06.01.2022 Julys Ironbark Above And Beyond (IAAB) Award went rogue with two winners taking the stage. From Ironbark Corporate Services is our highly valued Corporate Receptionist & Administration Assistant, Donella. Nothing is ever too much trouble for Donella, even tasks that are not her responsibility. Recently due to staff annual leave Donella really stepped up the pace by covering a much larger workload and assisting to set up for afterhours functions. This was performed all withou...t even being asked and in Donellas consistent professional behaviour, manner and appearance. Thank you so much Donella and congratulations! The second IAAB was awarded to the Operations Teams Employment Advisor, Luke. Luke consistently practices the Ironbark values and is always there to assist any of the team with IT related technical issues. Not only does this solve frustrating problems it is not Lukes job to even perform such work! Additionally, Lukes friendly and calm professional behaviour is always of great service to our business of treating clients with due respect. Congratulations and a sincere thank you Luke, from the CEO Shaun Pearce, senior management and staff!

05.01.2022 Congratulations to Ironbarks Corporate Services Manager Steven Lawrence for becoming a Fellow of Certified Practicing Accountants (FCPA) last night! This means that Steve is an expert in his field and has contributed at least 15 years of service. FCPAs are renowned worldwide as having gained unparalleled experience in the field of accounting and finance so well done for this considerable achievement Steve! Ironbarks Accountant Anura De Silva was also recognised at the sam...e ceremony with a special award for being a CPA Member for 10 years. Congratulations Anura! Ironbark Aboriginal Corporations finances are surely safe in these expert hands!

05.01.2022 Hello friends and supporters of Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation. We wanted to let you all know that we are still open for business and operating the Community Development Program and Ironbark Indigenous Support as best we can. Due to the COVID-19 virus, case management services are now only via the telephone and Work for the Dole Activities are currently in suspension until further notice. The team at Aboriginal Bush Traders are working hard to get everything we sell out o...f our retail space online so that you can continue to buy all of the regular goodies that you need to get through this crisis https://www.aboriginalbushtraders.com/ The Aboriginal Bush Traders retail space is currently still open with social distancing measures in place and the café are still offering the usual lunches, snacks, drinks and coffee on a takeaway only basis. At Rapid Clean NT we are operating the business from behind the scenes with all queries and sales via telephone only. At a time of social distancing we would still like to keep in contact with you, our clients, stakeholders and supporters as much as possible so please feel free to shout out if you need any assistance at this difficult time. We are currently focussing on the health and safety of our staff and clients and following all Government guidelines and recommendations. We will provide you with updates as things change. Please stay safe out there, offer each other support, look after your mental health and make sure our old people dont get too lonely while we have to stay from them for their own protection. We hope to emerge from this stronger than ever and we look forward to a time when we can all gather together again. Ironbark Senior Management Team

04.01.2022 Ironbark tonight proudly celebrates 20 years of changing lives, one story at a time. Ironbark has grown and expanded with its own capital, it’s own funding and sought and pursued diverse business and social enterprise opportunities, and evolved into the formidable organisation it is today. We couldn’t do what we do with an incredible team of people. Our team work hard in an often difficult space. Yet they front up every day and start again and provide advice and direction a...nd opportunities. Changing the life of one individual can change the life of a family which can transform a community. The future for Ironbark is just as exciting as the past. Cheers to the next 20 years.

02.01.2022 Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation CEO Shaun Pearce and Operations Manager Kirstine Cossens attended the Anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations breakfast hosted by CDU this morning. An emotional welcome to country was performed by James Parfitt-Fejo, followed by a very personal speech by 2021 Senior Australia of the Year, Dr Miriam-Rose Ungunmerr Baumann (AM). The anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations is held on February 13 each y...ear, to celebrate the strength and courage of our Stolen Generation heroes. Improving awareness of the history of the Stolen Generations, and of the impacts of the forcible removal policies on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities across Australia, remains absolutely vital for communities to be able to move forward together, and to help provide a better understanding for the wider community. This year marks the 13th anniversary of the day the Australian Government said sorry in Parliament, acknowledging the pain and suffering caused to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people by the forced removal of their children from family, community, culture and country.

01.01.2022 Over the last two weeks participants at Ironbark Culture, Arts & Languages Holtze have been privileged to have local Artist and former staff member Liz Martin teach them various weaving techniques. The participants have been able to learn new skills that they can apply to produce new and interesting artworks and jewellery prices. Nice work ladies, your pieces look amazing and a sincere thank you to Liz Martin!

01.01.2022 We are thrilled to announce that Ironbark, Aboriginal Bush Traders and RapidClean NT are all finalists in the 2020 Chief Minister’s NT Export and Industry Awards! These awards recognise outstanding achievements and success stories of NT exporters and business leaders, with 2020 giving special recognition to the stories of resilience and Territory toughness through COVID. Congratulations and good luck to all other finalists, we are looking forward to celebrating and recognising the resilience of Territory businesses at the Gala Dinner in November. Book tickets here: https://www.chambernt.com.au//2020-chief-ministers-nt-expo

01.01.2022 The Belyuen and Dundee Activities crew have been constructing large shade houses and yesterday one was installed at the Kenbi Rangers Charles Point site. The area was prepared by the Kenbi Rangers in advance while the Ironbark crew came in the with the tilt truck to drop off the shade houses and install as directed. It is always great to collaborate with our local community stakeholders such as the Rangers and keep our program running during these difficult times.... Thanks goes to the Kenbi Rangers for their support as well as to the Ironbark work crew for making it all happen. To Pete, Croc, Trevor, Dougie and Mick, thanks heaps guys!