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First Nations Economics, Indigenous Business Australia partner to lay Financial Foundations for First Nations women
First Nations Economics (FNE) and Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) have partn...
Giovanni Torre 22 Jun 2026
From dependency to sovereignty: First Nations leaders call for new approach to economic governance
A growing movement is challenging the way economic development is designed and d...
Nicole Brown 4 Jun 2026
Why building economic influence for Aboriginal women matters
This week's AIATSIS Summit has heard despite increasing numbers of Aboriginal wo...
Nicole Brown 3 Jun 2026
Federal Budget delivers $1.31b in Indigenous-specific measures, but reform gaps remain
A new First Nations Economics analysis of the 2026-27 Federal Budget says the Co...
Reece Harley 13 May 2026
Bringing sovereign capability back to First Nations people

Last month, ABC journalist Patricia Karvales reported that "Sovereignty means nothing to normal people". The comment ignores that sovereignty means everything to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander...

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Bec Blurton Apr 28, 2026
Study examines Māori perspectives on capitalism

A new study led by Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland researchers is examining Māori attitudes toward capitalism and business regulation.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Apr 1, 2026
Leah Armstrong Scholarship celebrates emerging First Nations women

First Nations Economics announced the recipients of the 2026 Leah Armstrong Scholarship on Tuesday, recognising emerging First Nations women pursuing studies in economics, finance, and business.

Alexandra Giorgianni Alexandra Giorgianni Mar 27, 2026
Is 'economic empowerment' the new 'trickle-down economics' for Indigenous communities?

According to a recent report of Supply Nation launched in Boorloo/Perth, Western Australia accounted for $2.1 billion in Indigenous procurement spend, representing 36 per cent of total national spend...

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Dr Hannah McGlade Mar 24, 2026
Corporate backs funded pathway for First Nations women in finance

First Nations Economics has announced a new three-year partnership with Insurance Australia Group (IAG) to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women pursuing careers in finance, economics an...

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Mar 5, 2026
After Garma’s promises, why are Traditional Owners missing from Chalmers’ economic roundtable?

At Garma, the Prime Minister said policy would be made with First Nations people, not for them. He spoke about partnership and shared decision-making.

Reece Harley Reece Harley Aug 19, 2025
“We are the answer”: First Nations leaders at 2025 Australian Sustainable Finance Institute Summit urge greater economic inclusion

The 2025 Australian Sustainable Finance Institute (ASFI) Summit spotlighted the untapped potential of First Nations participation in driving sustainable productivity.

First Nations Economics announces historic majority female Aboriginal-led board

First Nations Economics proudly announced the appointment of Professor Sandra Creamer AM this week as its new Chair, alongside the addition of two new board members Suzy Wilson and Renee Pujo.

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Jun 3, 2025
Leah Armstrong Scholarship recipients announced for 2025

In partnership with First Nations Foundation, First Nations Economics has announced Angelina Hickey and Hayley Shadforth as the recipients of the 2025 Leah Armstrong Scholarship.

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Apr 3, 2025
First Nations Economics announces new round of Leah Armstrong Scholarship

First Nations Economics in partnership with First Nations Foundation has announced a new round of the Leah Armstrong Scholarship program for 2025.

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Tiesha Hewitt Dec 16, 2024
Indigenous Business scholarships set to increase at University of Melbourne

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolling in graduate programs within the University of Melbourne's Faculty of Business and Economics will be automatically considered for full fee remis...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Dec 5, 2024
$120,000 scholarships for Indigenous women who mean business

The push to have more Indigenous women employed as leaders across the business sector has been boosted by a new partnership to help foster their development.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Dec 20, 2023
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