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Aboriginal Investment NT delivers first loan of $1.5 million for Maningrida

Aboriginal Investment NT has approved its inaugural loan of $1.5 million to the Maningrida Progress Association Incorporated (MPA)

Grant funding reaches $73.5 million for NT Aboriginal communities and businesses

10/08/2026
Aboriginal Investment NT has provided access to a share of $73.5 million through its grant programs since its inception in 2022.

Aboriginal Investment NT signs landmark MOU with Atyenhenge Atherre Aboriginal Corporation (AAAC)

27/08/2026
Aboriginal Investment NT signs landmark $15 M MOU with Atyenhenge Atherre Aboriginal Corporation (AAAC)

Aboriginal Investment attends Garma Festival 2026

For 25 years, Yolŋu and the Yothu Yindi Foundation have welcomed people from across Australia and overseas to Gulkula Country in East Arnhem Land. Aboriginal Investment NT were honoured to be part of two-way knowledge-sharing of culture and dialogue – bukmak (together) at Garma Gestival 2026.

Aboriginal Investment NT and Tivan Limited sign MOU for direct investment and Aboriginal participation

Aboriginal Investment NT and Tivan Limited have entered an innovative memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore collaboration opportunities to advance Aboriginal self-sufficiency of Aboriginal Territorians and elevate Aboriginal wealth.

Strength through collaboration: How Aboriginal Investment NT is enabling growth for Mob

Indigenous Business Month is a time that always feels special to me. I live and breathe Indigenous business; working alongside mob, celebrating their wins and pushing for more opportunities to make sure our voices are heard in every room and across every sector.

Aboriginal Investment NT grants boost community projects

12/09/2025
Aboriginal Investment Northern Territory approved 14 projects through the first round of its Community Impact and Innovation Grants – an $11.1m investment targeted at First Nations communities.

The $1 billion question: Who controls Aboriginal futures?

It has been just over a fortnight since Garma, the annual celebration and gathering that showcases Yolngu people, culture and Country.

Close the Gap Day: Time for Action

Indigenous Business News
06/08/2026
Today is National Close the Gap Day.

Investment Partnership to Positively Impact Territorians

Indigenous Business News
06/08/2025
Aboriginal Investment NT has appointed asset consultant, JANA Investment Advisers Pty Ltd (JANA), as advisor and implementer of its Commercial Investment Portfolio (CIP).

Uluru — The Work Continues, With or Without a Voice

Monday, May 26, marks the eighth anniversary of the Uluru Statement from the Heart — an important day in our shared Australian history.

“We can’t sit around and wait for anyone else”: Aboriginal Investment NT’s Plan for a Re-Invented Economy

National Indigenous Times
07/04/2025
A strong Indigenous business sector would represent a revitalised, long-existing pre-colonisation economy – but in a new context, Aboriginal Investment NT’s new boss believes.

Aboriginal Investment NT Welcomes New Chief Executive

National Indigenous Times
23/01/2025
Aboriginal Investment NT has a new Chief Executive Officer whose appointment brings a wealth of experience to the critical business role for the Territory.

“Milestone moment for our people” : More Than Half a Billion in Funding on Table for Aboriginal Territorians to Benefit

National Indigenous Times
27/09/2024
$600 million-plus for investment into Aboriginal communities and businesses in the Northern Territory is an unprecedented opportunity with “immense potential”, says the body tasked with the fund’s distribution.

The Key to Self-Determination and Autonomy for Aboriginal Territorians

National Indigenous Times
25/09/2024
As a young girl growing up in a town camp in Alice Springs, I listened to the stories of my Elders and their vision for our people, our communities and our country.