Aboriginal businesses invited to join roundtable event in Wagga Wagga in April
Aboriginal businesses are being invited to a special Aboriginal Business Roundtable event in Wagga Wagga on Tuesday 23 April 2024 from 12.30pm to 4.30pm.
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Aboriginal businesses are being invited to a special Aboriginal Business Roundtable event in Wagga Wagga on Tuesday 23 April 2024 from 12.30pm to 4.30pm.
The NSW Government is today acknowledging National Close the Gap Day and the significant work required to make real progress.
Two well-known locations in the Byron Bay area now have Aboriginal dual names, following requests from local communities and in a nod to the cultural significance of these sites.
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The NSW Government today announced $350 million for vital Aboriginal programs to further support some of the most vulnerable people and families in the state.
Treasurer Dominic Perrottet said the 2021-22 Budget continues the $212 million funding announced last year as part of the Government’s COVID-19 recovery plan, which is already making a difference to Aboriginal peoples across the state.
“This budget is not just about dollars; it is about our commitment to ensure funding is directed to the areas where it can make the most difference for Aboriginal communities across our state,” Mr Perrottet said.
The investment of $350 million includes:
Minister for Aboriginal Affairs Don Harwin said the NSW Government’s investment in this area highlights how it is listening to the community and is committed to ensuring sustainable, longer term improvement in the lives of Aboriginal people in NSW.
“All Aboriginal people should have every opportunity to build the skills to thrive. By helping to achieve Closing the Gap targets, the social impact investment will support better educational outcomes,” Mr Harwin said.
“The broad range of Aboriginal projects, initiatives and services that are funded in this budget show just how seriously we are working to provide support to Aboriginal people.”
Minister for Water, Property and Housing Melinda Pavey said the NSW Government is focused on reducing homelessness, supporting victims of family and domestic violence, and protecting vulnerable children, while also increasing the number of Aboriginal people reaching their full potential.
“The Government is investing in a range of services to reach more Aboriginal people, families and communities to disrupt the cycle of inter-generational disadvantage, which benefits everyone,” Mrs Pavey said.
“Whether it’s putting rooves over the heads of our most vulnerable, the Roads to Home Program providing better access to infrastructure and
services, or SOW supporting 22 Local Government Areas with culturally appropriate and trauma sensitive support – we are dedicated to
ensuring our communities get the support they need.”