Minister for Indigenous Australians
The Albanese Government is extending support for First Nations businesses across the country, with a $20.5 million investment in Indigenous Business and Employment Hubs.
Located in Sydney, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Darwin and Alice Springs, the hubs ensure First Nations businesses and entrepreneurs can benefit from tailored support.
The hubs provide practical on the ground assistance including start-up support, business coaching and mentoring, connections to financial services, links to industry, and access to workshops and networking opportunities.
This investment delivers on the Albanese Government's commitment to boost First Nations economic empowerment and aligns with the National Agreement on Closing the Gap to increase economic participation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.
Since 2018, Indigenous Business and Employment Hubs, delivered predominantly by First Nations-led providers, have supported more than 3,000 First Nations businesses throughout their business journey.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Indigenous Australians, Senator Malarndirri McCarthy:
"Indigenous Business and Employment Hubs are helping First Nations businesses grow and thrive.
"This investment ensures First Nations businesses and entrepreneurs across the country can continue accessing practical, on the ground support through the hubs program.
"Businesses like Allpro Plumbing Solutions demonstrate the real impact these hubs are having in communities.
"By working with entrepreneurs and businesses, the hubs are helping turn great ideas into successful enterprises and building a stronger future for the First Nations business sector."
Quotes attributable to Tyson Hubbard, Allpro Plumbing Solutions:
"Allpro Plumbing Solutions has been a member and working with Yarpa (NSW Indigenous Business and Employment Hub) since late 2021.
"We have completed multiple business training and development workshops, business coaching sessions and online guidance masterclasses.
"We have also been to several Meet the Buyer events and completed the Yarpa Grow Program.
"Yarpa Hub provides a safe space for Aboriginal businesses and their commitment to our vision and building our capability is second to none."
