The Noongar Land Enterprise (NLE) Group is pleased to welcome Maaman Marra Boodjar as its newest member, further strengthening the organisation’s growing network of Noongar-led enterprises committed to caring for Country and creating sustainable outcomes for future generations.
Founded in 2021 by Elder and experienced land steward Clint Hansen, Maaman Marra Boodjar was established with a vision of combining the strengths of modern agricultural science with the knowledge and practices developed by Indigenous peoples over thousands of years.
Based in the Geraldton region, the business operates across the Mid-West, Wheatbelt and beyond, supporting landholders, communities and enterprises to improve landscape health, drought resilience and sustainable land management outcomes.
Through a combination of traditional Aboriginal knowledge systems and contemporary scientific approaches, Maaman Marra Boodjar delivers services focused on drought preparedness, landscape rehydration, carbon farming, soil health, ecosystem restoration and agricultural resilience.
Mr Hansen said joining the NLE was an opportunity to contribute to a broader movement of people committed to caring for Country and supporting Indigenous-led outcomes.
“I joined the NLE to help broaden the horizon for and help other Indigenous groups,” he said.
Drawing on decades of knowledge and practical experience, Maaman Marra Boodjar works to demonstrate how traditional land management practices can contribute to contemporary environmental and agricultural challenges.
“Despite being based from knowledge systems over 60,000 years old, our agricultural methods have been dormant for years now and we haven’t been given the opportunity to show their benefits to the rest of society,” Mr Hansen said.
The business places a strong emphasis on helping landholders better understand the relationship between healthy landscapes, water management and long-term productivity. Its work includes supporting the preservation and restoration of natural capital, improving drought resilience through soil rehydration, and developing carbon farming opportunities that deliver environmental and economic benefits.
Mr Hansen was already familiar with NLE prior to joining, having previously worked with the organisation, its members and partners, including Yaraguia and the Mulloon Institute.
“The way I work with and care for Country aligns with the NLE, and I feel privileged to join its membership,” he said.
In addition to his work in landscape restoration and regenerative agriculture, Mr Hansen is passionate about community development and creating opportunities for others. He describes his work as being built “from the ground up” and regularly involves family members, schools and local communities in field activities and learning opportunities.
He is the Vice Chair of the Morewa Agricultural School and has also worked extensively within the TAFE system, helping community members gain qualifications and employment pathways.
NLE Chairperson Madeline Anderson was delighted to welcome the addition of Maaman Marra Boodjar to the organisation's membership.
“Mr Hansen has extensive expertise in caring for Noongar Boodja, along with a wide range of other valuable skills.” Ms Anderson said.
“The organisation is genuinely thrilled to welcome Clint into a community of like-minded individuals, and we recognise the positive impact this will bring to the collective.”
The addition of Maaman Marra Boodjar reflects NLE’s continued growth as a network of enterprises creating positive environmental, cultural and economic outcomes across Noongar Boodja. Through collaboration, innovation and a shared commitment to caring for Country, NLE members continue to demonstrate the important role Noongar-led businesses play in shaping sustainable futur
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