The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) will hold their national conference in Canberra this week, celebrating the "remarkable achievements" of 27 Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services (ACCHOs) reaching significant milestones in their history.

The conference brings together delegates from across the country to celebrate the successes of ACCHOs, as well to reflect on their "impact on improving the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples".

"Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services are more than health providers—they are the heartbeat of our communities," NACCHO chair Donella Mills said.

"These services have served as pillars of strength for decades, providing culturally appropriate, comprehensive primary health care. Today, we celebrate their longevity and the dedication of the communities and health professionals who sustain them."

Part of the legacy includes 50 years in operation for the Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation; the Girudala Community Co-operative Society Ltd; Tasmanian Aboriginal Corporation; The Victorian Aboriginal Health Service Co-operative Limited; and the Nunkuwarrin Yunti of SA Inc.

Furthermore, they will celebrate 40 years of the Cummeragunja Health and Development Aboriginal Corporation; the Illawarra Aboriginal Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation; the Injilinji Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Corporation for Children and Youth Services; the Nganampa Health Council Inc; the Oak Valley (Maralinga) Aboriginal Corporation; the Ord Valley Aboriginal Health Service Aboriginal Corporation; the Pintupi Homelands Health Service.

And for the 30 year anniversary, Charleville and Western Areas Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Community Health Limited; Goondir Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Health Services; Mulungu Aboriginal Corporation Primary Health Care Service; Ngangganawili Aboriginal Community Controlled Health and Medical Services Aboriginal Corporation; NPA Family and Community Services Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Corporation; Port Lincoln Aboriginal Health Service Inc, Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service; Wirraka Maya Health Service Aboriginal Corporation; and Yulu-Burri-Ba Aboriginal Corporation for Community Health were all celebrated.

"These anniversaries reflect the vision and resilience of our communities in taking control of their health and well-being," NACCHO chief executive Pat Turner said.

"They are powerful examples of what is possible when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples lead the way in designing and delivering health services.

"As we celebrate these milestones, we are reminded of the vital role our services play in addressing health disparities and building healthier futures for our people."