- Cook Labor Government announces funding for 34 Aboriginal organisations in regional WA
- 1,400 on-Country jobs created since the program started in 2017
- Program continues to deliver strong environmental, cultural and community outcomes
Successful applicants in Round 9 of the Aboriginal Ranger Program have been announced, demonstrating the Cook Labor Government's strong support for Aboriginal ranger organisations across the State.
Round 9's three funding streams are:
- Prepare - supporting Aboriginal organisations to undergo ranger-specific planning and preparation activities;
- Activate - helping new ranger groups get started on Country; and
- Sustain - continuing support for established ranger programs.
Since it began in 2017, the Aboriginal Ranger Program has supported employment on Country for more than 1,400 Aboriginal people.
To date, the Cook Labor Government has committed a total of $176.5 million to support Aboriginalled land and sea management jobs in communities across the State.
For more information and the full list of recipients, visit: dbca.wa.gov.au/ARP
As stated by the Environment Minister Matthew Swinbourn:
"The Cook Labor Government is empowering Aboriginal people to lead land and sea management on their Country.
"I'm proud that through this major State Budget investment, we can continue supporting the Aboriginal Ranger Program and its partners, delivering jobs while protecting Country, culture and community.
"Supporting ranger groups across varying stages of their development ensures investment is targeted and effective, supporting Aboriginal communities wherever they are on their ranger journey while building capability for longterm success."
As stated by Regional Development Minister Stephen Dawson:
"The Cook Labor Government continues to support Aboriginal rangers, building strong, healthy regional and remote communities, and we are proud to continue to invest in this program.
"Since 2017, the Aboriginal Ranger Program has supported employment on Country for more than 1,400 Aboriginal people, delivering real jobs while caring for Country in ways that are culturally informed and locally led."
