NIAA Indigenous Ranger Program

With funding from the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA), the program’s priorities are guided by consultation with Traditional Owners, Elders and stakeholders, ensuring community knowledge shapes decisions.

Indigenous rangers are trained and employed to protect cultural heritage, restore land, collect seed and undertake cultural burning. On-country trips with Elders pass down knowledge of bush foods, bush medicines and traditional land practices.

NLE has partnered with the National Trust of Western Australia, the Shires of Northam and Beverley, and NLE member groups to deliver this program.

The program has a focus on the employment of Indigenous women, ensuring inclusivity and opportunity.

By combining cultural knowledge with practical training, the program builds skills, jobs and leadership pathways while fostering cultural continuity and environmental sustainability across the Ballardong region