Portfolio: Prime Minister and Cabinet
http://www.nlc.org.au
$120M
2025-26 Budget$90M
2024-25 Total Revenue500
Headcount (2024-25)8 tagged
Reform proposals on YourGov that name this department as a delivery partner — drawn from citizen voice, government strategy, research, international examples and gap analysis.
STRATEGY SUMMARY
To ensure Aboriginal people in the seven regions of the NLC acquire and manage their traditional lands, seas and waters through strong leadership, advocacy and management. [AR p.5]
VISION
“For the rights and responsibilities of every Traditional Owner in the NLC region to be recognised and respected. For Aboriginal people in the seven regions of the NLC to benefit economically, socially and culturally from the secure possession of their lands, seas and waters and intellectual property. [AR p.5]”
PURPOSE
To ensure Aboriginal people in the seven regions of the NLC acquire and manage their traditional lands, seas and waters through strong leadership, advocacy and management. [AR p.5]
Strategic priorities
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One in five Aboriginal people in the NT experience homelessness, making these reforms particularly harmful. [AR p.14]
Tougher bail laws and youth crime policies have led to more people, including youths, being held in remand under poor co
Tougher bail laws and youth crime policies have led to more people, including youths, being held in remand under poor conditions without timely legal processes. These measures have been introduced with no consultation and no respect for Aboriginal leadership or evidence-based approaches. [AR p.14]
Social reforms have disproportionately affected Aboriginal people, including punitive measures such as dress codes to ac
Social reforms have disproportionately affected Aboriginal people, including punitive measures such as dress codes to access public transport and increased powers for public safety officers. [AR p.14]
Outcomes
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Outcome 1: Aboriginal Land Rights
The NLC continues to support legal processes with Traditional Owners, with several major projects advancing to agreements that will benefit our Top End constituents. [AR p.16]
KEY ACTIVITIES
Outcome 2: Community Projects
The Community Planning and Development (CP&D) Program continues to experience significant growth, with five additional Aboriginal groups joining the program this year, increasing its reach to 33 groups. The ‘Start-up and Support’ initiative has enabled a total of 10 groups to access additional funds for the delivery of community projects. [AR p.17]
KEY ACTIVITIES
Values
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Consult
Responsive
Respect
Social justice
Integrity
Empowerment
Performance measures
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| Code | Measure | Target 2025-26 | Latest result | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CCE01 | Carbon capture and storage | Stability or improvement | Target met Annual Report 2024-25 | Achieved |
Source documents
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Ideas distilled from this entity's strategy & evidence
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Streamline Land Claim Processes
Introduce a digital claims processing system to reduce delays in land claim finalisation.
2024-25.pdf
Cultural Heritage Site Mapping
Create a comprehensive digital map of all cultural heritage sites to better protect them.
2025-26.pdf
Resource Project Negotiation Framework
Establish a formal negotiation framework for resource projects to ensure community benefits.
2024-25.pdf
Community Benefit Fund
Create a fund to support community projects funded by resource projects.
2025-26.pdf
Cultural Consultation Protocol
Implement a formal protocol for consulting with Traditional Owners on cultural site management.
2024-25.pdf
Online Community Engagement Platform
Develop an online platform for community members to engage with NLC projects.
2025-26.pdf
Capacity Building Workshops
Conduct workshops to build the capacity of community leaders in project management.
2024-25.pdf
Adopt International Best Practices
Implement best practices from international indigenous land management systems.
global-ideas-input.pdf
Streamline Land Claim Processes
Introduce a digital claims processing system to reduce delays in land claim finalisation.
2024-25.pdf
Cultural Heritage Site Mapping
Create a comprehensive digital map of all cultural heritage sites to better protect them.
2025-26.pdf
Resource Project Negotiation Framework
Establish a formal negotiation framework for resource projects to ensure community benefits.
2024-25.pdf
Community Benefit Fund
Create a fund to support community projects funded by resource projects.
2025-26.pdf
Cultural Consultation Protocol
Implement a formal protocol for consulting with Traditional Owners on cultural site management.
2024-25.pdf
Online Community Engagement Platform
Develop an online platform for community members to engage with NLC projects.
2025-26.pdf
Capacity Building Workshops
Conduct workshops to build the capacity of community leaders in project management.
2024-25.pdf
Adopt International Best Practices
Implement best practices from international indigenous land management systems.
global-ideas-input.pdf
Legislation administered
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1976
Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976
The NLC administers Aboriginal land rights and assists Aboriginal people in acquiring and managing their traditional lands, waters, and seas.
1993
Native Title Act 1993
The NLC assists Native Title Holders in securing determinations over their lands and waters and represents them in litigation.
1978
Aboriginal Land Act 1978
The NLC assists Aboriginal people in acquiring and managing their traditional lands.
Source library
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5.0MB
2024-25.pdf
565KB
2711Revised-NLC-Org-Chart.pdf
312KB
Attachment-4-Recognised-Entity-Approved-List.pdf
406KB
Attachment-6-2025-28-Council-Nomination-Allocation-by-Ward-as-at-April-2026.pdf
4.6MB
Map-of-all-Wards_Aug_2025.pdf
6.4MB
Method-of-Choice.pdf
1.3MB
CPD-Ground-Up-Final-Report-May-2022.pdf
5.5MB
LRN-December-2025-LOW-RES-DIGITAL.pdf
Bodies within the Prime Minister and Cabinet portfolio
Northern Territory Aboriginal Investment Corporation
Corporate Commonwealth Entity
Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community Council
Corporate Commonwealth Entity
Torres Strait Regional Authority
Corporate Commonwealth Entity
Tiwi Land Council
Corporate Commonwealth Entity
Outback Stores Pty Ltd
Commonwealth Company
Office of the Official Secretary to the Governor-General
Non-corporate Commonwealth Entity
Office of National Intelligence
Non-corporate Commonwealth Entity
National Australia Day Council Limited
Commonwealth Company
Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation
Corporate Commonwealth Entity
Indigenous Business Australia
Corporate Commonwealth Entity
Central Land Council
Corporate Commonwealth Entity
Australian Public Service Commission
Non-corporate Commonwealth Entity