About

At the heart of NLE is Koorndaam - the Noongar Dreaming - the Noongar cultural first law and way of being. This is not a philosophy, but a living system that informs every action we take. Passed down by Traditional Owner Elders, Koorndaam shapes how we care for boodja (Country), uphold moort (kinship), and preserve kaartdijin (knowledge systems). These three interconnected principles are the foundation of our identity and operations.

NLE exists at the intersection of ancient cultural governance and modern enterprise. While financial return is a goal, our true drivers are cultural rejuvenation, environmental stewardship and social wellbeing. This balance ensures we are creating lasting value - economically, culturally and spiritually.

Our work is underpinned by a strong set of values that blend Noongar cultural law with aligned western principles, creating a foundation of integrity, respect, and shared purpose. These values guide how we work with each other, with partners, and with Country, and include:

• Respect for Boodja, self, team and others
• A commitment to integrity, honesty and dependability
• A focus on innovation and continuous improvement
• The courage to lead, stay focused and remain committed to success
• Reciprocity and shared responsibility at the core of all relationships

NLE is charting a path toward economic development that remains deeply rooted in Noongar ways of knowing, doing and being - honouring the past, empowering the present, and shaping a stronger future for generations to come.

NLE’s vision is to be the leading First Nations organisation across Noongar Boodja, supporting the development of culturally-grounded, commercially sustainable land-based businesses, providing thought leadership, and being the enabler for best practice First Nations engagement amongst stakeholders.

NLE’s purpose is to develop culturally appropriate, commercially sustainable land-based enterprises to enable the development of a First Nations land-based economy on Noongar Boodja and support self-determination of its members.

Core to our mission is a shift from passive to active land management - a process of self-determination that has consistently delivered meaningful and lasting outcomes.

This success is grounded in several key elements:

• Noongar people holding and practising First Law
• Community ownership and control of decision-making
• Culture is central, including an understanding of local context, history and community.
• Local First Nations staff working within programs and organisations
• Strong cultural governance.
• Best practice corporate governance.
• Trusted, long-term partnerships

Through this approach, NLE is helping to build a future where Noongar people can thrive - on Country, in culture, and through enterprise.

The NLE Board brings together experienced leaders committed to cultural integrity, strong governance, and meaningful impact.

The NLE team is a dedicated group of professionals working with heart, knowledge and purpose to deliver on our mission.

The history of NLE is a powerful story of Noongar strength, collaboration and reclaiming land for cultural and economic renewal.

Born from a shared vision for land, culture and self-determination, the Noongar Land Enterprise Group (NLE) has grown into Western Australia’s premier First Nations land management organisation and a national leader in culturally-grounded enterprise.

The NLE logo depicts the Noongar six seasons. Each segment is a different colour which represents a season as explained below.

• BIRAK - December to January. Green, blue, orange, yellow . Hot and dry with easterly winds during the day.
• BUNURU - February to March. Yellow, orange, red. With hot easterly and northerly winds.
• DJERAN - April to May. Red, brown, grey . Becoming cooler with winds from the southwest.
• MAKURU - June to July. Grey, black. Cold and wet with westerly gales.
• DJILBA - August to September. Black, blue, green. Becoming warmer.
• KAMBARANG - October to November. Blue, green. Rain decreasing.

The artwork also represents the landholding groups coming together and working together as Noongar people. The figurine and style are a reference to the Aboriginality of the group. Logo artist, Leanne Zilm.

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You are not permitted to commercialise any plant, bushfood, or medicinal knowledge, cultural practices or otherwise appropriate ICIP shared with you through our website. You may only deal with the content of this website with the prior written consent of NLE, the copyright owner and/or the Traditional Custodians of that ICIP, and with attribution. Please note that this website may include the names, images, spoken words and performances, of First Nations people who have passed away. Please be respectful in referring to them and consider cultural mourning protocols. If you wish to use or reproduce any part of this website or its content, please contact us