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2016 -2019 COMMUNITY LAND BUSINESS PLAN Developed with and for our Members OUR VISION TO STRENGTHEN AND EMPOWEROUR COMMUNITY FOR ALL GENERATIONS
OUR VISION DARKINJUNG LOCAL
ABORIGINAL LAND WARNERS BAY •
TO STRENGTHEN
COUNCIL REGION
AND EMPOWEROUR
• LAKE MACQUARIE
MORISSET •
COMMUNITY FOR
ALL GENERATIONS
• BUDGEWOI
• CENTRAL COAST • WYONG
• THE ENTRANCE
• GOSFORD
• ERINA
• TERRIGAL
*Note: In this document, when we mention Members • WOY WOY
and the Aboriginal community, we are including all
Aboriginal persons including Elders and our youth.
WHO WE ARE
Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council is the largest private landholder on the NSW Central Coast, holding and sustainably
managing over 3,500 hectares of land. We are made up of committed Members, Board and staff who are passionate about
serving our community and our land.
WHAT WE DO
We pursue innovative economic opportunities in connection with our land in order to:
Generate
Manage, preserve and Promote the Central
Strengthen Aboriginal social returns
protect our land and Coast Aboriginal
Culture and Heritage on investments for
environment community
our community
HOW WE MEASURE WHAT WE DO
The Darkinjung Board provide detailed written six month and annual reports to the Members, giving an update on the
achievements on each of the Goals, Objectives and Strategies.
2 Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council
HERE IS WHAT IT LOOKS LIKEFOR OUR MEMBERS
Home
ownership,
Opportunity to secure a safe rent to buy
home to suit individual and
family needs
Preserve, protect and
promote our land,
culture and heritage
Darkinjung Barker
College private school Jobs through
tuition focusing on high traineeships and
quality education and opportunities
cultural learning with partner
organisations
Elders are cared for,
acknowledged and
supported
$ Financial support
for loved ones
Community involvement
and cultural awareness
Community Land Business Plan 3HOW WE DO WHAT WE DO
Darkinjung’s goal is to continue to operate as a professional, dynamic and independent organisation built on respect, integrity,
accountability and transparency.
We aim to improve, protect and foster the best interests of all Aboriginal peoples including Members within our boundaries. We
comply with all laws, regulations, policies and good business practices as stated in the NSW Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983,
NSW (as amended).
We drive outcomes through our successful partnerships with like-minded organisations.
DARKINJUNG ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURES – OUTCOMES
Operational
Sub Committees Members
Community Benefit / Funeral Fund Pty Ltd
Board
Members
Governance Land and
Operations & People, Culture
Capability Chief & Heritage
Executive
Officer
Cultural Executive Services Economic
Business
Finance & Planning &
Economic Development
Enhancement
Business
Finance & Planning &
Economic Development
Enhancement Social
Funeral Fund
4 Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land CouncilWHAT THIS LOOKS LIKE DAY TO DAY: LAND AND DEVELOPMENT ACHIEVEMENTS
OUR SUCCESSES
COMMUNITY ACHIEVEMENTS
Members securely housed under
our Affordable Housing Scheme
25 Aboriginal children attending and –– We protect and preserve 7,000 Aboriginal sites
four Aboriginal people employed
–– 2 ,500 tonnes of illegal dumping has been cleared from
at Darkinjung Barker College Darkinjung land in a 12 month period
–– A
boriginal organisations brought together to form the –– C
alga Sand Quarry court decision marking it the
Barang Regional Alliance first time in NSW that the cultural landscape and
Aboriginal experts were recognised
–– O
ver 20 events within the last 12 months to
strengthen and empower our community –– T he development of a mapping system to better inform
Darkinjung on interests of its land
–– P artnerships with National Parks & Forests to preserve
Aboriginal sites within National Parks and co-manage
Warre Warren
1st Lendlease Memorandum of –– A boriginal Land Clean Up and Prevention Program
Understanding (MOU) signed to (ALCUP) received a $50,000 grant to clean up 10
properties for the North Wyong project
introduce a policy to train and
employ 3-5% of Aboriginal people –– G
reater Sydney Local Land Services (GSLLS) grant of
for the life of the Lendlease Gosford $18,716 for Untracked Tracks Rehabilitation Project
to remove 2.5km of illegally made tracks on
Hospital Redevelopment project landholdings in Wyee
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arried out inspections of over 90% of the land holdings
covering 3,500 hectares
–– The damage to the Booker Bay site has assisted in
improving planning requirements
–– Identified a suitable location for a cultural camp
–– C
ommonwealth Bank Australia (CBA) Traineeships for
13 Aboriginal people to work within a CBA Central Coast –– A site conservation works grant resulted in funds to
branch for a period of 1-2 years preserve Aboriginal heritage sites
–– C
ultural awareness for the community, school students –– A nnual Australian Archaeology Association conference
and teachers through site visits, talks, presentations to be hosted by Darkinjung LALC. The first Aboriginal
organisation to host the conference.
–– F rom January 2012 to March 2016 Jawun contributed
109 secondees to the in-kind value of $3.1 million to –– D
evelopment of a cultural sensitivity map to
Aboriginal organisations on the Central Coast improve planning laws to protect Aboriginal sites
into the future
Community Land Business Plan 5OPERATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
mployee award nominations –
E
Hunter & Gilli TAFE Awards, NSW
Training finalist for Aboriginal/Torres ECONOMIC ACHIEVEMENTS
Strait Islander Student of the Year
00% compliance to NSW ALC’s
1
Performance Improvement Plan and
Risk Assessment System
$
–– C
apability uplift through University, TAFE, certified training –– D
iversified Darkinjung LALC’s project planning to
courses and internal skills transfer minimise investment risk
–– T alent pipeline and role progression into –– Identified commercial development opportunities
management positions
–– C
ontribution of over $235,000 to support less advantaged
–– High staff retention Aboriginal Land Council’s in compliance with the
NSWALC Community Development Levy
–– G
rowth - new Culture & Heritage Officer,
Aboriginal Land Officer, Receptionist and Project Officers –– C
ontribution of over $1.69M to support public
infrastructure such as roads, drainage and sewers
–– Employee cultural development surrounding our new developments in compliance with
Wyong Council Section 94 fees
–– School Based Trainee program
64,000 fundraised for NAIDOC
$
–– B
oard Member and Member Appreciation of
Employee Achievements recognised
Week events such as the Family
Fun Day, Family Golf Day and
–– Over eight consecutive years of Unqualified Audits Masquerade Ball
6 Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land CouncilLAND ACQUISITION, LAND MANAGEMENT –– Mitigation of risk
AND LAND DEVELOPMENT
–– Asking for the right advice
The Aboriginal Land Rights Act enables Aboriginal
Land Councils to recover freehold ownership of vacant –– C
onsidering all types of financing options in order to
Crown Lands. determine the most suitable option
Darkinjung is the largest private land owner on the Central –– Engaging with people
Coast. Our land is our asset base. Our land is our cultural
connection. Our land is our wealth. Our land creates –– Good governance and transparency
responsibility. Our land creates opportunity!
–– Darkinjung have compiled a long list of potential
The Aboriginal Land Rights Act places an onus on Aboriginal opportunities within our existing and potential
Land Councils to protect their land and its environment, landholding register. With the guidance of our
protect Aboriginal Culture and Heritage and create benefits Members and Board, Darkinjung’s staff and team
to the Aboriginal community. Creation of an economic base of consultants will work through this list in order to
by Land Councils is required in order to fund the benefits set fulfil Darkinjung’s obligations within their CLBP
down in their Community Land Business Plan (CLBP).
DARKINJUNG ACHIEVE FUNDING FOR THEIR GOALS BY
DEVELOPMENT OF OTHER ASSETS
COMMITTING TO THE FOLLOWING OBJECTIVES:
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aving a thorough understanding of the land available to
be claimed, the land claimed, the land granted to it and
the land claims that have been refused and why they
have been refused HOUSING PORTFOLIO
–– M
aintaining a knowledge bank about our land, its assets, Darkinjung’s asset base is the landholding granted under the
nature, encroachments, legal status, location and value Aboriginal Land Rights Act (ALRA). The provision of housing
to its Membership is an important part of Darkinjung’s
responsibilities under the ALRA to create community benefits.
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ontinual assessment of land potential – whether it is Darkinjung has, over time, purchased and built residential
cultural, environmental or economic properties to meet this obligation.
–– Understanding the local markets As at June 2016, Darkinjung has a portfolio of 22 residential
properties and another eight under construction. These
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nderstanding the legislative framework and continually properties are located across the Central Coast and currently
questioning its suitability provide homes for 22 Darkinjung Members and their families
under our Affordable Housing Policy.
–– M
anagement of a well-prepared, detailed budget for
every parcel of land held Darkinjung’s plan is to increase the Land Council’s residential
property portfolio over the next 20 years. This will be
–– Development
of multi-faceted project plans for achieved as development of residential housing estates
consideration by Board and Members increase and as Members enter into agreements under
proposed Rent to Buy Housing Policy. The proposed Rent to
Buy Housing Policy should provide opportunities to purchase
–– E ngaging with the end user for proposals at the start
homes in areas other than the locations of our developments.
of the process
–– Diversification of investment in project types
Community Land Business Plan 7COMMUNITY BENEFIT SCHEMES This policy will allow Darkinjung Members to rent a home
that may ultimately result in home ownership. This draft
policy will need approval from NSWALC as a Community
Benefit Scheme before it is introduced.
3. COMMUNITY BENEFIT FUND
PROVISION AND MANAGEMENT OF COMMUNITY
We recognise and value the role of individuals and groups
BENEFIT SCHEMES
in their support and development of our diverse community
through celebrations, events and activities. Therefore,
Darkinjung offers community contributions to eligible applicants
1. DARKINJUNG FUNERAL FUND
through its Community Benefit Fund Policy. This Policy outlines
the eligibility requirements, funding model and sponsorship
The Darkinjung Funeral Fund provides Members, their categories and will require approval from stakeholders
spouse and dependants with an affordable funeral service to prior to implementation.
reduce the financial burden on family and friends coping with
the loss of a loved one.
4. DARKINJUNG BARKER CAMPUS
Members participating in the fund pay a minimal regular payment
to receive a maximum total benefit in the event of their passing. Within Aboriginal traditional culture, learning was provided
Darkinjung provides Members transparency around benefits, through stories and songs that were passed down through
costs, inclusions, exclusions as well as terms and conditions. generations. It is acknowledged that culture was decimated,
however the resurgence in Aboriginal culture, values and
heritage must be acknowledged to future pursue and
Darkinjung’s Funeral Fund enhance Darkinjung and its Members.
demonstrates its commitment to
improving, protecting and fostering Since European occupation, traditional education has been
destroyed and modern techniques have been enforced. This
the best interests of all Aboriginal has resulted in a gap in knowledge over the post-occupation
people within our boundaries. generations of Aboriginal people.
In 2015 Darkinjung was approached by Barker College
(a prestigious Sydney private school) to collaborate on
2. AFFORDABLE HOUSING SCHEME
a Kindergarten to Year 6 campus located on the Central
Coast, for the education of children of Darkinjung Members.
It is important to Aboriginal families to have a home that is a Barker had received initial funding from a benefactor from
safe environment for their children and has adequate space their Alumni. It was proposed that the campus educate no
for visits from family. Darkinjung’s current Affordable Housing more than 30 children at any time and that children within
Policy was approved by the Board in June 2015. It enables the same family would take preference for enrolment over
our Members – who do not currently have ownership of others. This is in tune with the traditional methods of learning
a residential property – to lease homes from Darkinjung. within Aboriginal history.
Rental levels for such leases are calculated annually on
a cost recovery basis. The intent of the Policy is that our
The Darkinjung Barker Campus was opened at Yarramalong
tenant Members will develop pride in their home and adopt
from the start of the 2016 school year. Darkinjung see
practices evident in home owners.
that this campus could potentially form the model for the
education of its future leaders.
Ownership of a family home is an important part of
Australian life. Until recent generations, home ownership
5. EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND
was not common amongst our Aboriginal community.
Darkinjung believe home ownership is a means to improve
the quality of life for future generations. In 2016 the The Darkinjung Emergency Relief Fund is designed to help
Darkinjung Board approved a draft Rent to Buy Policy. Members with urgent requests for financial support. The
Emergency Relief Fund policy will determine eligibility.
8 Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land CouncilPROVISION AND MANAGEMENT In the current low interest economic environment, returns
OF BUSINESS ENTERPRISE AND on the classes of investments specified in Clause 91 of the
INVESTMENT Regulation, are unlikely to satisfy these first two objectives.
Darkinjung therefore intends to invest its accounts prudently
and in accordance with the Trustee Act 1925 in a wide range
of investments, including:
1. DARKINJUNG COMMERCIAL ASSETS –– Australian and International equities
Darkinjung currently has ownership of two commercial –– Term deposits and government backed securities
properties – 61 Howarth Street, Wyong and 168 Pacific
Highway, Watanobbi. Both commercial properties were –– Various forms of real property and property trusts
purchased to accommodate the offices of the Land Council.
Darkinjung has leased the office component of Howarth Street –– S uch other investments that it may, on independent
to a third party but has maintained the meeting space in the professional advice, determine are in the best interests
building which is utilised by community organisations for of Darkinjung and the current and future Aboriginal
group meetings and workshops. residents of its area
Nothing in this plan should be taken as requiring Darkinjung
Darkinjung’s commercial property to allocate assets to a particular class of investment.
portfolio will increase as it realises
economic development. Darkinjung may, if it determines that it is in its best interests
to do so, place all or part of its accounts with a professional
funds manager, but only on the basis that the manager is
As our commercial property portfolio grows so too will directed to ensure that there is appropriate diversification
the opportunity for Darkinjung to strengthen its Asset within the investments and that all decisions or
Management capability. Consolidation of our existing land recommendations on investments are taken in accordance
and property management capability into a commercially with the Trustee Act and cognisant of Darkinjung’s particular
viable enterprise may provide an opportunity for future circumstances and requirements.
growth.
2. INVESTMENT AND FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP
Darkinjung has substantial current assets available for
investment. It depends on income from these investments
to contribute to the carrying out of this plan and its ongoing
administration and operations. Accordingly, it is vital that the
assets are invested in a manner which:
–– aims to preserve the real value of Darkinjung’s Account
–– produces sufficient income to contribute to Darkinjung’s
operational costs
–– c arefully manages risk, having regard to the importance
of the assets to future operations
Community Land Business Plan 9ABORIGINAL CULTURE AND HERITAGE 2. EVENTS
Darkinjung celebrates Aboriginal Culture and Heritage in a
number of community events. Darkinjung hold a number
Aboriginal culture is practised across our region and provides
of events and morning teas to support many community
a spiritual guide to the many paths that life may take. It is
causes such as White Ribbon Day, National Sorry Day,
not something that can be displayed in a museum or a book.
Reconciliation Week.
It is a live and varied travel route through creation that must
continue to be practiced through future generations.
DARKINJUNG ALSO CELEBRATE THROUGH A NUMBER OF
The practice and protection of Aboriginal Culture and Heritage ANNUAL EVENTS LIKE:
is something that Darkinjung’s Membership is passionate
about. Connection to Country and culture is prominent in
idhal Day – a day of participation and celebration of
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the lives and daily practices of many Aboriginal people in
Aboriginal Culture
our region. Under Section 52 of the ALRA, Darkinjung has
a responsibility to protect Aboriginal Culture and Heritage
within its boundaries and to promote awareness of Aboriginal AIDOC Family Fun Day – a day for the community to join
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Culture and Heritage within the community. together and celebrate NAIDOC Week in a fun atmosphere
AIDOC Golf Day – a day for Members to celebrate NAIDOC
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Week through their sporting prowess
NAIDOC Ball – a formal celebration of NAIDOC Week.
Darkinjung continues to implement Darkinjung also sponsor a number of events such as Art
programs to protect, restore and Exhibitions, Central Coast Aboriginal Men’s Group Camps,
record Aboriginal sites located Aboriginal Elders Olympics Team Participation,
Annual Elders Day, Knockout Health Challenge and
throughout the region through Walk a Mile Koori Style.
surveys, inspections and programs.
We continually consult with other organisations and
stakeholders to ensure that our rich Aboriginal history is
told and retained for future generations. Darkinjung also
maintains a register of cultural mentors that we provide to
organisations seeking cultural input. We are also developing
a program for Cultural Awareness Training that can be
provided upon request.
1. DARKINJUNG CULTURAL FACILITY
As the Central Coast develops and grows, locations
that provide an opportunity for Darkinjung Members to
practice their culture are limited. Darkinjung realises that
practicing Aboriginal Culture and Heritage is important to
our community. We have identified opportunities for cultural
facilities to be located on some of our landholdings that will
attend to our Member’s need to visit cultural sites, connect
with Country and enjoy the beautiful natural environment of
the Central Coast.
10 Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land CouncilSTRATEGIC GOAL 1: COMMUNITY BENEFITS AND PARTICIPATION
OBJECTIVE STRATEGIES AND SUCCESS MEASURES
To provide real and tangible 1. Provide safe, secure and affordable housing and accommodation for Members and the
benefits to our Members Aboriginal community
which will enhance their 2. Identify opportunities to improve and advance the wellbeing of our Elders
ability to participate actively
3. Support and promote Aboriginal education and teachers by connecting our
in the community, including
community to educational providers
the Darkinjung LALC.
4. Create employment and training opportunities for Aboriginal people by working with
employers, employees and training organisations
5. Promote and support self-sustainable Aboriginal businesses
6. Influence policy and funding by representing Aboriginal issues at decision
making forums
7. Provide funding to benefit Members and the Aboriginal community
8. Bring the community together through community events and new initiatives
9. Darkinjung LALC will conduct its business in accordance with the NSW Aboriginal
Land Rights Act and Regulations and other relevant legislation
STRATEGIC GOAL 2: LAND AND PEOPLE, CULTURE AND HERITAGE
OBJECTIVE STRATEGIES AND SUCCESS MEASURES
To maintain and share 1. Build deeper understanding and connections to language, land, culture and heritage
our knowledge for future through education, awareness and activities with the Aboriginal community
generations by preserving, 2. Protecting and preserving Aboriginal culturally significant land and sites
protecting and celebrating
3. Identifying and cataloging new Aboriginal culturally significant land
our connection to our land.
4. Making and finalising land claims in accordance with the Aboriginal Land Rights
(ALR) Act and Regulations
5. Purchase, lease or sell lands where necessary
6. Provide support to both the Aboriginal and wider community regarding cultural issues
7. Cultural mapping to improve, protect and maintain sites
8. Protect, preserve and maintan our land in accordance with legislation
9. Darkinjung LALC will conduct its business in accordance with the NSW Aboriginal
Land Rights Act and the Regulations and other relevant legislation
STRATEGIC GOAL 3: BUSINESS, FINANCE & ECONOMIC ENHANCEMENT
OBJECTIVE STRATEGIES AND SUCCESS MEASURES
To create opportunities 1. Achieve a sustainable position where Darkinjung’s cash flow supports and exceeds
for economic development operational costs
through strong investment 2. Identify and successfully deliver high value development projects
and effective management
3. Establishing a diverse asset portfolio to support Darkinjung’s strategic objectives
of current and future assets.
4. Darkinjung LALC will conduct its business in accordance with the NSW Aboriginal
Land Rights Act and the Regulations and other relevant legislation
Community Land Business Plan 11RESPECT AND RECOGNITION Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council acknowledges that we operate and function on the lands of the Darkinyung people. We pay our respect to these lands that provide for us. We acknowledge and pay respect to the ancestors that walked and managed these lands for many generations before us. We acknowledge and recognise all Aboriginal people who have come from their own country and who have now come to call this country their home. We acknowledge the resillience our Elders past and present who are and have been our knowledge holders, teachers and pioneers. We acknowledge our youth who are our hope for a brighter and stronger future and who will be our future leaders. We acknowledge and pay our respect to our members who have gone before us and recognise their contribution to our people and community. 2016-2019 COMMUNITY LAND BUSINESS PLAN Developed with and for our Members © Copyright Darkinjung 2016
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