Karri Karrak Aboriginal Corporation

17/06/2026

📣𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 - 𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐂 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬📣
📣UPDATE TO SESSION DETAILS📣

Member briefings will be held this June following ORIC’s consideration of proposed changes to the rule books of all South West Regional Corporations. These important discussions will focus on what the changes mean for members, the Corporation, and compliance with the ILUA.

Briefings will be held on the following days:
💻 Online session: Monday, June 29th 2pm - 3:30pm
📍 Busselton: Tuesday, June 30th 10am- 12pm, Esplanade Hotel Busselton
📝 Please RSVP https://karrikarrak.org.au/news/-orics-proposed-changes-to-rulebooks

If you have already RSVP'd, the updated details will be emailed to you. You do not need to register again.

15/06/2026

The recently released Native Title and Aboriginal and Cultural Heritage Processes Review, has provided a litmus test for the government - just whose interests are being protected under the current West Australian cultural heritage system? Dr Anna Fagan, consultant archaeologist and anthropologist for Karri Karrak, has authored an article about the Review and the powers seeking to disrupt ‘one of the last remaining parts of the approval machine that Aboriginal authority and independent scrutiny can interrogate’.

There is a familiar narrative in the way Aboriginal heritage is discussed in Western Australia.It's a decades-old plot concerning 'heritage rorts', 'price gouging'[1], and delay and inefficiency in se...

11/06/2026

https://karrikarrak.org.au/job-opportunities/join-our-team-seeking-eois-for-various-positions

Karri Karrak Aboriginal Corporation is growing…fast, and we want to hear from you! We are seeking Expressions of Interest for a variety of roles including coordinators and managers on a permanent and contract basis.

11/06/2026

Our Coordinator Country and Culture, Gwen Gray and Ranger, Lyle Corpus, recently attended the 2026 AIATSIS conference in the Gold Coast presenting on ‘Balancing Cultural and Western Knowledge Pathways: Embedding Two-Way Learning’- a presentation based on lessons learned while implementing the Corporation’s first Junior Ranger Program.

Lyle had this to share:

‘What an incredible week on the Gold Coast at the 2026 AIATSIS Summit. It was a real privilege to take the stage alongside Heritage Coordinator Gwen Gray to present on two-way learning in a Western, cultural heritage and ranger environment. Sharing our experiences and the importance of working together through both cultural knowledge and contemporary practices was something I’m truly proud to be part of.

More importantly, the week was about connection, learning and collaboration. It was inspiring to see so many people come together to share knowledge, listen to different perspectives, strengthen relationships and continue important conversations around Country, culture and community.

The insights, networking and genuine collaboration throughout the summit have been invaluable, and it’s exciting to see the passion and commitment from everyone involved to keep this work moving forward and create positive outcomes for future generations.
A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to connect, share stories and contribute to such a meaningful experience. Looking forward to continuing these conversations and building even stronger partnerships into the future.’

09/06/2026

https://karrikarrak.org.au/job-opportunities/rangers-x-3

09/06/2026

TRADITIONAL CUSTODIANS CARRYING THE COST OF OFFSHORE WIND: TWO YEARS DEFENDING SEA COUNTRY

Karri Karrak Aboriginal Corporation’s advocacy with regards to offshore wind has been ongoing for over two years now.

This work has included engaging technical expertise and legal counsel at the Corporation's own expense. In practical terms, this means that Traditional Custodians and members have had to carry the cost of trying to secure proper consultation, decision-making authority, information and protection for Boodja and Wardan.

For details on the key steps taken by Karri Karrak:
https://karrikarrak.org.au/news/traditional-custodians-carrying-the-cost-of-offshore-wind-two-years-defending-sea-country

08/06/2026

MEDIA STATEMENT: KARRI KARRAK CALLS ON THE COMMUNITY TO OBJECT TO PROPOSED YALLINGUP SAND MINE

Karri Karrak Aboriginal Corporation is calling on the public to object to the proposed extractive industry at Lot 4, 2774 Caves Road, Yallingup, currently before the City of Busselton - Local Government and the Regional Development Assessment Panel.

The proposal seeks approval for a large sand extraction operation in the south-western portion of the property. It would involve the extraction of approximately 453,000 cubic metres of sand from a 9.14 hectare area, in five stages, to a depth of approximately 70 metres AHD. The application also includes mobile screening, internal haul roads, turbine-scale truck movements, water use for dust suppression, drainage controls, construction and staged rehabilitation.

This is not a minor or low-impact proposal. It would involve extensive clearing, stripping, excavation and reshaping of a sand landform in one of the South West's most culturally and environmentally sensitive landscapes. Read more: https://karrikarrak.org.au/news/media-statementnbspkarri-karrak-calls-on-the-community-to-object-to-proposed-yallingup-sand-mine

08/06/2026

🎉🎉Karri Karrak Aboriginal Corporation has been awarded $2, 946 900 of funding over four years through the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) Aboriginal Ranger Program. 🌱🌿

The program will focus on areas containing Matters of National Environmental Significance (MNES), threatened fauna, threatened ecological communities, Ramsar wetlands , and high-use recreation nodes⛺️ within Ngari Capes Marine Park🐋, Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park🌲🌲, and associated reserves.

The program sustains existing Noongar rangers to undertake coordinated cultural and ecological baseline surveys, feral animal control🐖🐈, biodiversity monitoring, cave and karst assessments🪨, and cultural mapping.

The program secures long-term Noongar ranger employment, expands activities into new sites within one of Australia's most biodiverse regions, and delivers accredited training👩‍🎓👩‍🎓 and career pathways with a strong focus on women's participation and leadership.

Rangers will participate in joint activities with DBCA, South West Natural Resource Management, and the Marine Industry Mentoring Network 🌊🌊, gaining exposure to best practice conservation and research.

07/06/2026

📣𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 - 𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐂 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬📣

Member briefings will be held this June following ORIC’s consideration of proposed changes to the rule books of all South West Regional Corporations. These important discussions will focus on what the changes mean for members, the Corporation, and compliance with the ILUA.

Briefings will be held on the following days:
💻 Online session: Monday, June 15th 4pm- 6pm
📍 Manjimup: Monday, June 29th 11am- 1pm (venue TBC)
📍 Busselton: Tuesday, June 30th 10am- 12pm (venue TBC)
📝 Please RSVP https://karrikarrak.org.au/news/-orics-proposed-changes-to-rulebooks

06/06/2026

🌱𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐞'𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬 – 𝟑 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞🌱
We are excited to be expanding our operations to the Southern Forests and welcome applicants to be based in our new regional operations hub in Manjimup.

✨ What’s on offer:
• 3 year full‑time, fixed‑term employment
• Mentored on‑Country work
• Study towards Cert II, III & IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
• Strong employment benefits, including cultural leave & salary packaging
Under Section 50(d) of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginality is an essential criterion. Noongar people are encouraged to apply.
Candidates who have recently applied for Rangers positions need not reapply.
🗓 Applications close: 5pm, Sunday 14 June 2026
👉 Find out more visit https://karrikarrak.org.au/job-opportunities/rangers-x-3
📞 Jennifer Morgan – 08 6182 1930
✉️ [email protected]
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Karri Karrak is hiring three Noongar Rangers for full-time, three-year roles supporting land management across South West Boojarah Country, based in Manjimup. The roles include mentored employment, accredited training up to Certificate IV, and benefits such as cultural leave and salary packaging thr