Media Release
14 July 2021
Noongar Chamber Welcomes 200th Aboriginal Owned Member
The Noongar Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) welcomes Boodjah Contracting as the 200th Aboriginal owned member.
Membership of NCCI has now grown to over 400 companies in total with over half being at least 51% Aboriginal owned.
Aboriginal businesses are an increasing economic force in the Western Australian economy
NCCI now has over 200 majority Aboriginal owned members with a total membership of over 400 organisations who are committed to supporting Aboriginal economic development. This month we welcomed Boodjah Contracting as our 200th Aboriginal owned member.
In an economy where support for industry associations and local chambers has been waning, the NCCI is seeing continued growth in membership. This increasing membership, particularly of Aboriginal owned businesses, is demonstrating a demand from our Aboriginal community to participate in the economy on their own terms and in a way that aligns with their spiritual, cultural and community values.
Aboriginal owned businesses are drawing together as a community and look to NCCI as an organisation who provides both advocacy, support and also opportunities to connect with other like-minded businesses through our broader 400 strong corporate membership.
With many Government agencies and large enterprises now moving to 10% Aboriginal employment and engagement targets, contracting Aboriginal owned businesses to undertake this work is integral to contract performance. NCCI assists government and private companies to connect with both Noongar and other Aboriginal owned businesses and builds the capacity of our members to respond to increasing market demands.
Comments attributed to Chairman of NCCI, Gordon Cole:
“As a Noongar man, owning my own businesses has provided the ability to support my family and community on my terms and in ways that have supported and improved my cultural connection to country.
“I am excited to see how each of these Aboriginal owned enterprises will create their own ripple in our community and economy.”
Comments attributed to Executive Officer of NCCI, Tim Milsom:
“Over the last 3 years, it has been inspiring to see how the support, coaching and mentoring from the NCCI team has helped Aboriginal entrepreneurs and enterprises achieve their goals”
“I am thrilled to welcome Boodjah Contracting as the 200th Aboriginal owned member of NCCI and look forward to working with them on their future aspirations.”
Media Contact: Jacqui Warnock 0438631608