Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation

Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation Representing the Whadjuk Noongar people as part of the South West Native Title Settlement. Whadjuk is the name of the dialectal group from the Perth area.

Whadjuk is situated south of Yued and north of the Pinjarup dialectal groups.

Kaya members ORIC Decision, By-Election and AppointmentWhadjuk Aboriginal Corporation is pleased to confirm that followi...
17/06/2026

Kaya members

ORIC Decision, By-Election and Appointment

Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation is pleased to confirm that following the recent governance processes and by-election outcomes, the Corporation has restored quorum and strengthened its Board representation.

We welcome Denice Kickett (née Wilkes) to the Board and thank all members who participated in the by-election process.

The restoration of quorum through the ORIC process was an important step for the Corporation and allows the Board to continue progressing key governance, cultural, economic and community priorities on behalf of Whadjuk members.

We would like to thank the other candidate in running for election Michael Ogilvie and thank him for his support of WAC and congratulations to Denise on her appointment and look forward to her contribution to the future of the Corporation.

Boorda

17/06/2026

Good morning all

Please see below for Expert Director Resignations and Governance Challenges

During the last five weeks, Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation experienced significant changes within its Board structure, including the departure of two Expert Directors.

These changes resulted in governance challenges that required the Corporation to work closely with regulators and advisors to ensure compliance with all requirements.

We acknowledge the support provided throughout this period and thank members for their understanding as the Corporation worked through these challenges in a transparent and accountable manner.

Strong governance remains a priority as we continue to build a stable and sustainable future for the Corporation.

Thank you to everyone for your patience we are working on continuing communications to our members

Boorda

16/06/2026

Kaya members

Firstly please accept our apology for the delay in communications.

Please see below for Leadership transition and termination of CEO

The Board of Directors wishes to provide members and stakeholders with an important update regarding recent organisational matters.

Over the past five weeks, the Corporation has undergone a significant period of leadership transition and governance review.

During this time, the Board's focus has been on protecting the interests of Whadjuk members, ensuring compliance with our governance obligations, maintaining operational continuity, and restoring organisational stability.

Following a comprehensive review process and after receiving legal and professional advice, the Board has unanimously resolved to terminate the employment of the former Chief Executive Officer effective immediately.

The Board acknowledges that this period has been challenging for members, staff and stakeholders. The Corporation also experienced changes to Board composition during this time, which created temporary governance challenges.
We are pleased to advise that these matters have now been addressed, quorum has been restored, and the Corporation is moving forward with a strengthened governance framework.

Importantly, Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation remains operational, financially stable and focused on delivering outcomes for Whadjuk people.

The Board is committed to strengthening governance, rebuilding confidence, improving organisational systems, and ensuring the Corporation is positioned for long-term success.

We thank our members, Elders, stakeholders and community for their patience, support and understanding throughout this period.

Further updates will be provided as additional milestones are achieved.

Boorda

Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation Board of Directors

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JOINT MEDIA STATEMENTTraditional ceremony marks reinternment of Aboriginal ancestorial remains on Wadjemup / Rottnest Is...
09/05/2026

JOINT MEDIA STATEMENT
Traditional ceremony marks reinternment of Aboriginal ancestorial remains on Wadjemup / Rottnest Island.

CULTURAL WARNING
This statement contains references to Aboriginal ancestral remains.

Aboriginal ancestorial remains discovered on Wadjemup / Rottnest Island during recent works have been returned to their resting place.

07/05/2026

COMMUNITY NOTICE

SPECIAL BURIAL CEREMONY FOR BAALANG ON WADJEMUP (Rottnest Island)

Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation respectfully invites Whadjuk members and Aboriginal community members throughout the state to attend a special burial ceremony for Baalang, whose remains were recently discovered on Wadjemup (Rottnest Island).

If you wish to attend you will need to purchase (at own cost) your ferry ticket through Rottnest Express Ferries or Sealink Ferries.

This ceremony is an important cultural occasion to honour Baalang and acknowledge the deep grief, sorrow and cultural loss felt by many Aboriginal people and families across the state.

Date: Saturday 9 May 2026
Time: 10:30am
Location: Central Bus Stop Area, Wadjemup (Rottnest Island)

The Corporation wishes to extend this invitation to mob who wish to stand together in respect, healing and cultural acknowledgement during this significant ceremony.

Cultural protocols will be honoured during the burial ceremony, only MEN will be permitted to enter the burial area during the ceremony.

We ask all attendees to respect these cultural obligations and protocols.

24/04/2026

Following the discovery of 12 additional potential burial sites on Wadjemup, the Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation, Rottnest Island Authority and Whadjuk Elders met to determine how to proceed in a culturally safe and respectful way.

JOINT MEDIA STATEMENTFurther potential burial sites identified at Wadjemup / Rottnest Island Main Bus Stop site.Cultural...
24/04/2026

JOINT MEDIA STATEMENT

Further potential burial sites identified at Wadjemup / Rottnest Island Main Bus Stop site.

Cultural Warning:

This statement contains references to Aboriginal ancestral remains.

JOINT MEDIA STATEMENTInvestigations to continue after the disturbance of historical remains at Wadjemup.Cultural Warning...
15/04/2026

JOINT MEDIA STATEMENT

Investigations to continue after the disturbance of historical remains at Wadjemup.

Cultural Warning:
This statement contains references to Aboriginal ancestral remains.

14/04/2026

Leaders from the Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation say the discovery of human remains on Wadjemup/Rottnest Island has reignited calls to confront the island’s largely untold Aboriginal history, despite its status as one of Western Australia’s top tourism destinations.

They say the remains are being handled with cultural care, with Elders consulted under Noongar protocols and that further investigation - including ground-penetrating radar and archaeological work - is underway amid the possibility of more discoveries.
While little is known about the individual, the remains have been provisionally named ‘Baalang,’ as preparations begin for broader community engagement and a culturally appropriate ceremony to lay them to rest.

Cultural Warning: This statement contains references to Aboriginal ancestral remains.JOINT STATEMENTWhadjuk Aboriginal C...
10/04/2026

Cultural Warning: This statement contains references to Aboriginal ancestral remains.

JOINT STATEMENT

Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation (WAC) and the Rottnest Island Authority (RIA) jointly acknowledge the discovery and disturbance of ancestral remains during works on Wadjemup / Rottnest Island.

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1 George Winecke Drive, Perth Airport
Perth, WA
6105

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