top of page

Who we be

The Severn River, Ngarabal, and Kwiambal Aboriginal Corporation was established to protect, preserve, and promote the rich cultural heritage, rights, and interests of the Ngarabal and Kwiambal peoples. We are dedicated to ensuring the voices of our communities are heard, our stories are honoured, and our future is empowered.

shrubby woodland the willows 03_09.jpeg

​​Our Purpose

 

Established in December 2019 after extensive discussions with Ngarabal and Kwiambal Elders, the Severn River, Ngarabal, and Kwiambal Aboriginal Corporation is dedicated to preserving and advancing the cultural heritage, self-determination, and well-being of the Ngarabal and Kwiambal peoples. The Corporation’s mission encompasses initiatives to protect traditional homelands, promote reconciliation, support social welfare through property acquisition and training, and enhance the natural environment of the Severn River and its bordering lands. Through projects that foster cultural understanding, environmental care, and community empowerment, the Corporation remains steadfast in advocating for the Ngarabal and Kwiambal peoples and their enduring connection to country.
 

Our Aim

We seek to:

  1. Advance, maintain, preserve and protect the Ngarabal and Kwiambal and law, culture and heritage.

  2. Advance, maintain, preserve, conserve and protect the sovereignty and self-determination of the Ngarabal and Kwiambal people’s homelands on the Severn River and its catchment particularly Frasers Creek, Marlow Hill and its surrounding area; Deepwater, Edgerton, Pindaroi, Mole River and Nucoorilma Aboriginal Mission stations; the Beardy Plains and the border rivers and catchment areas in New South Wales and Queensland.

  3. Advance the culture and heritage for the purposes of promoting and fostering culture, and caring for, preserving and protecting Ngarabal and Kwiambal

  4. Promote reconciliation, mutual respect and tolerance between the Ngarabal and Kwiambal and non-Indigenous Australians.

  5. Acquire property, including land and housing for the Ngarabal and Kwiambal people to advance their social welfare.

  6. Enhance the natural environment of the Severn River, Ngarabal and Kwiambal lands, and their border rivers through projects aimed at improving waterway quality to protect native fish and other dependent species. These efforts include replanting Indigenous flora and fauna while eradicating non-native species.

  7. Advocate for the health of the Severn River and its border rivers and the lands of the Ngarabal and Kwiambal.

  8. Improve employment, education and training opportunities for Ngarabal and Kwiambal people to advance social welfare.

  9. Research of the Ngarabal and Kwiambal homelands and people’s who are traumatised by the stolen generations.

 

Our Vision

We envision a future where all indigenous peoples are empowered to protect their heritage, thrive in their communities, and continue to play an essential role in shaping Australia’s cultural landscape. By honouring the wisdom of our ancestors and embracing the opportunities of today, we are building pathways that ensure our culture, identity, and connection to Country remain strong for generations to come.

 

Our Country

Our Corporation is committed to working for the ongoing custodianship of this land, respecting its sacred sites, and ensuring sustainable practices that reflect the values of our ancestors.

 

Join Us

We invite you to connect with us and be part of our journey. Whether you’re interested in learning more about our culture, supporting our advocacy efforts, or engaging with our community, we welcome you to join us in honouring the past and empowering the future.

bottom of page