Partnerships
building capacity and resilience for future generations
Industry meets Country
Industry Meets Country is a Dhimurru-led initiative launched in 2025 that sets a new benchmark for how industry engages respectfully and responsibly with Aboriginal land and sea.
Industry Meets Country will continue to expand through 2026 and beyond, providing structured opportunities for industry to engage with Dhimurru in ways that strengthen Yolŋu governance, cultural integrity, environmental stewardship and engagement in long-term outcomes for the region.
If your organisation would like to be part of this exciting initiative please contact us for more information about how to get involved.
Rio Tinto Partnership
Building on its initial establishment with early industry participants, Dhimurru is now working with Rio Tinto through a new 4-year partnership which will allow the ranger group to continue building its capacity and resilience as an organisation prior to the closure of mining operations. Read Full Media Release here.
Stratco Partnership
Dhimurru Aboriginal Corporation has announced a landmark partnership with national manufacturer Stratco, establishing a nationally unique, two-way, industry-led training pathway with an Indigenous ranger organisation. Training includes fabrication, construction, materials handling, workshop operations and workplace safety — all delivered within Yolŋu cultural authority and governance. Read Full Media Release here.
Indigenous-Led Environmental Research Partnership – The University of Sydney
Dhimurru Aboriginal Corporation is proud to be partnering with the University of Sydney on an Indigenous-led environmental research collaboration.
This partnership reflects our commitment to strong Traditional Owner governance, cultural knowledge, and evidence-based management of our Country.
Through co-design and collaboration, we are strengthening the tools that support our Rangers and future generations.
Read more about the partnership here: Indigenous-Led Environmental Research Partnership – The University of Sydney
Purpose and significance
The Dhimurru IPA is designated to protect the natural and cultural values of the land while allowing Yolŋu people to maintain their traditional practices and connections to the land.
Land management
The IPA encompasses a significant area of Yolŋu land, where Dhimurru implements sustainable land management practices that honour traditional knowledge.
Biodiversity
The area is home to diverse ecosystems, including coastal environments, wetlands, and forests providing habitats for various native species.
Cultural heritage
The Dhimurru IPA aims to safeguard the cultural heritage of the Yolŋu people, preserving sites of cultural importance and promoting awareness of Yolŋu traditions and practices.
Community involvement
Local Yolŋu communities play a crucial role in managing the IPA, ensuring that their voices and knowledge inform conservation efforts. We would love to host community days where the public can come out and help, taking some load off our rangers.
Collaborative efforts
Dhimurru collaborates with various agencies and organisations to promote research and conservation initiatives that align with the goals of the Dhimurru IPA.