Northern Australia—Indigenous Reference Group

Improving the prosperity of First Nations peoples and communities is central to the success of the northern Australia agenda, and aligns with the Australian Government’s commitment to Closing the Gap.

The Northern Australia Indigenous Reference Group advises the Minister for Northern Australia and the Minister for Indigenous Australians on practical actions to enhance the economic and social prosperity of First Nations peoples in northern Australia.

The current Indigenous Reference Group members were appointed after an expression of interest process in early 2025.

Indigenous Reference Group members

  • Professor Martin Nakata, IRG Chair
  • Mr Troy Fraser
  • Ms Ninielia Mills
  • Ms Flora Warrior
  • Mr Damien Djerrkura
  • Ms Alinta McGuire

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