The NIAA works in genuine partnership to enable the self-determination and aspirations of First Nations communities. We ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have a say in the decisions that affect them. We consult with First Nations peoples, communities and organisations, and diverse stakeholders and service providers.
Open consultation:
- Recognition of Native Title Representative Bodies - Submissions are due by 5.00 pm AEDT on 2 March 2026.
Recent consultations
- Remote Jobs and Economic Development Program rounds 1 and 2 (closed 1 December 2025)
- The National Code of Practice for Remote Store Operations (closed 11 June 2025)
- Have your say on new remote employment service grants (closed 21 April 2025)
- Indigenous Rangers Program (Round 2) Expansion (closed 10 January 2025)
- The National Strategy for Food Security in Remote First Nations Communities (closed 11 August 2024)
- Remote Jobs and Economic Development Program (closed 30 June 2024)
- Recognition of Central Land Council as a Native Title Representative Body (closed 23 April 2024)
- Recognition of Northern Land Council as a Native Title Representative Body (closed 23 April 2024)
- Indigenous Procurement Policy Reforms (closed 1 March 2024)
- Recognition of Cape York Land Council as a Native Title Representative Body (closed 15 August 2023)
- Replacing the Community Development Program consultation report (closed June 2023)