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Green energy park support to help diversify WA's regional economy

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:58:17 GMT

Ngarluma Aboriginal Corporation (NAC) welcomes Premier Roger Cook’s and his Government’s support for the establishment of the first Ngarluma Green Energy Park on Ngarluma Country located near Karratha announced this week.

NAC is the proponent, landholder and cultural authority leading a next‑generation clean‑energy development model that is faster, lower‑risk and positioned at the premium location for renewables in the Pilbara.

The Ngarluma Green Energy Park will enable utility‑scale solar and battery developments with a target of up to 5 GW across NAC’s Green Energy Parks portfolio. The first Park with land for up to1.2 GW is strategically located less than 5 km from Karratha, close to blue‑chip industrial demand centres on the Burrup and the NWIS , will use existing sealed roads, a drive‑in/drive‑out workforce and major transport logistics. It is the closest renewable development zone to regional demand loads and will link to a guaranteed high‑capacity substation and transmission corridor to be built and owned by APA.

NAC Director, Belinda Churnside, stated: “This is the future of clean‑energy development in the Pilbara — a Traditional Owner‑led model that protects Country, accelerates investment and delivers long-term benefits for Ngarluma people.”

NAC’s approach cuts years off typical development timelines by unifying land access, heritage, environmental approvals, planning and commercial pathways under a single entity. With pre‑vetted land, upfront environmental approvals and heritage management and a master-planned precinct design, open to Power developers to benefit from reduced cost, reduced risk and faster time to market.

Ngarluma Green Energy Parks are 100% owned and operated by Ngarluma Aboriginal Corporation (NAC)

Contact: ngarlumagreenenergy@ngarluma.com.au

Receptionist

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:51:28 GMT

Ngarluma Aboriginal Corporation (NAC) is the Prescribed Body Corporate (PBC) for the Ngarluma people, the Traditional Owners of the land and waters around the Pilbara region in Western Australia.

Our role is to represent and support the cultural, social, and economic interests of our people. We are deeply committed to fostering sustainable economic opportunities while protecting and preserving Ngarluma cultural heritage.

We’re currently seeking a Receptionist to join our team in our Karratha office.

About the Role

You’ll be the first point of contact for members, visitors and stakeholders, ensuring everyone who walks through the door is greeted with professionalism and cultural respect. This role suits someone organised, friendly and confident in handling a busy front desk with a calm, steady approach.

Key Responsibilities

Manage reception, greet visitors and handle incoming calls
Support members and community with basic enquiries and appointments
Maintain reception and meeting areas and coordinate visitor sign-in
Provide general administrative support (mail, filing, scanning, data entry)
Assist with office coordination including supplies, bookings and equipment
Support the Corporate Services team with day-to-day operations

About You

Previous experience in reception or general administration
Strong communication skills and professional presentation
Ability to work respectfully with Aboriginal people and Elders
Confident with Microsoft Office and basic administrative systems
Organised, reliable and able to handle sensitive information

We are open to consider part-time/job share for the right candidates

Why Join Us?

This is a great opportunity to work at the intersection of community, culture, and industry, where your contribution will help shape sustainable outcomes for the Ngarluma people.

NAC is offering long-term development opportunities for the right candidate.

We value our people and offer:

5 weeks annual leave per year
Salary packaging options to maximise your take-home pay
Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Please contact:

Rob Gallacher 0478760714

Azure Andover Project Info Sessions

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:53:17 GMT

Ngarluma members only

10 November, 5pm at 50 Cent Hall (light refreshments)

Come along to hear more about Azure’s proposed Lithium mine.

General Session

12 November, 6pm at the Ngurin Centre

(followed by BBQ)

We’ll have 3D maps, a fly-through representation of the project, and Azure’s team will be there to present and to answer questions.

It’s a great opportunity to learn about the project.

Roebourne Community Info Session & BBQ - 15th October

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:31:12 GMT

Community Info Session & BBQ

Come and learn about the Andover Project, and meet with Azure Minerals Leadership Teams and Ngarluma Aboriginal Corporation.

When: Wednesday 15th October

Where: 50 Cent Hall, Leramugadu

Time: 11:00am - 1.00pm

Get involved, ask questions, and learn more about the Andover Project and what it means for Roebourne and surrounding areas. Stick around for BBQ lunch after.

All Ieramugadu people welcome!

Azure & NAC Community Event - August 28th

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 06:34:38 GMT

Ngarluma Community Meet & Greet

Free BBQ | Meet the teams | Have your say

Join us for a relaxed BBQ lunch and friendly chat with the Ngarluma Aboriginal Corporation (NAC) and Azure Minerals Leadership Teams.

When: Thursday 28th August

Where: Ngurin Cultural Centre

Time: 11:00am - 1.30pm

It’s a great opportunity to connect, enjoy a meal and learn about our current projects.

All Ngarluma mob are welcome!

Ngarluma and Rio Tinto to progress renewable energy project

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 07:26:23 GMT

Rio Tinto and Ngarluma people have partnered together to build a solar farm on Ngaluruma Country after a memorandum of understanding was signed to explore opportunities for renewable energy projects on Country.

The project will be located next to Rio Tinto’s Yurralyi Maya Power Station near Karratha.

The project is expected to reduce carbon emissions and displace up to 11% of natural gas currently used. for generation across Rio Tinto’s mining operations across the Pilbara

Richard Cohen, Rio Tinto’s Managing Director of Rail, Port & Core Services, said we are incredibly proud to progress this project along with the Ngarluma people

"We are incredibly proud to progress this project along with the Ngarluma people and are grateful for their effort and support to reach this important milestone.

“Developments like this are about more than reducing emissions – they’re critical for economic opportunities and strengthening our connection with the Ngarluma People,”

Ljuba Mojovic, Ngarluma Aboriginal Corporation Chief Executive, said we are fortunate to embark on our first renewable energy project with Rio Tinto to reduce emissions and create economic opportunities for the Ngarluma People.

"The solar farm project will enable NAC to realise sustainable revenues, increase contracting opportunities and contribute to a positive environmental impact in the Pilbara.

"This project development is a testament to the enduring strength of our special relationship with Rio Tinto and our shared commitment to working together to create a more sustainable future."

It is estimated that 600MW to 700MW of renewable energy will be required by 2030 to displace the majority of gas use across Rio Tinto’s Pilbara power network, while additional renewable energy will be required to support widespread fleet electrification, which is expected after 2030.