Resources and publications

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Anthropology and connection reports in native title claim applications Dr Julie Finlayson

This paper discusses the purposes and form of the reports, their differentiation from the NNTT registration process, considerations anticipating litigation, confidentiality and potential conflicts of interest by the State as respondent.

 AIATSIS, Dispute management, Government, Indigenous knowledge, Legal Article / paper
Barunga Agreement Northern Territory Government

The Northern Territory’s four Land Councils and the Northern Territory Government have today signed an historic Memorandum of Understanding (the “Barunga Agreement”), paving the way for consultations to begin with Aboriginal people about a Treaty

 Government, Indigenous knowledge, Indigenous law, Justice, Treaty Article / paper
Becoming a corporation member Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations

Overview of the rights and responsibilities for members in Indigenous corporations registered under the CATSI Act.

 Members, ORIC Information Sheet
Commissioner’s statement on PBIs Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission

The purpose of this Commissioner’s Interpretation Statement is to provide guidance on the ACNC’s view on the meaning and scope of the charity subtype of ‘Public Benevolent Institution’ (PBI) for ACNC purposes.

 Government, NFP (Not-For-Profit) Article / paper
Detailed information on changes to native title laws and obligations CATSI Act, ILUA (Indigenous Land Use Agreement), Members, Native Title Act, Native title holder, PBC Regulations, PBCs (Prescribed Body / Bodies Corporate), Reporting, Rule book, Special administration Fact sheet
Examination of legislation in accordance with the Human Rights (Parliamentary Scrutiny) Act 2011 Parliamentary Joint Committee on Human Rights

In this report the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Human Rights (the committee) considers the Stronger Futures legislation in the performance of its role of examining bills, Acts and legislative instruments for compatibility with human rights as defined in the Human Rights (Parliamentary Scrutiny) Act 2011. 

 Education, Government, Health, Human rights Report
Final report Joint Select Committee on Constitutional Recognition Relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples

The final report of the Committee is intended to reflect the evidence received across the wide range of matters included in the Committee’s resolution of appointment. The report sets out the Committee’s conclusions and recommendations in relation to these matters. 

 Government Report
Improving Indigenous community governance through strengthening Indigenous and government organisational capacity Closing the Gap Clearinghouse

Resource sheet no. 10 produced for the Closing the Gap Clearinghouse

 Capacity building, Government Report
Independent director guide Aboriginal Governance and Management Program

This guidebook provides information on how to select independent directors for the Aboriginal boardroom. 

 Board, Directors, Members, ORIC Guide
Joint statement on board minutes Australian Institute of Company Directors, Governance Institute of Australia

In this statement, the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) and Governance Institute of Australia (Governance Institute) summarise key principles, provide their view on matters to be included in minutes, and consider the approach to board papers and document retention policies.

 Board, Minutes Article / paper
Making decisions Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations

ORIC newsletter about making decisions. 

 Decision making, Meetings, Members, ORIC Newsletter
Managing conflict: A guide for boards Governing Good

This guidebook provides information about how a board member in a non-profit or voluntary organization manages conflict. 

 Board, Directors, Members, NFP (Not-For-Profit), Volunteering Guide
Meetings for Members Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations

Guide for running general meetings for corporations registered under the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006 (CATSI Act).

 CATSI Act, Meetings, Members, ORIC Information Sheet
Member's Rights Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations

Outline of the rights of members of Indigenous corporations.

 CATSI Act, Members, ORIC Information Sheet
Minutes of Meetings Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations

Factsheet about keeping meeting minutes for Indigenous corporations registered under the CATSI Act.

 CATSI Act, Meetings, Minutes, ORIC Information Sheet
ORACLE - Separation of Roles Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations

ORIC newsletter about the separation of roles in a corporation.

 Directors, Members, ORIC, Staff Newsletter
PBC decision-making, certification and fees for service discussion paper CATSI Act, Compensation, Decision making, Exemptible rules, Fee for service, ILUA (Indigenous Land Use Agreement), Legal, Members, Native Title Act, Native title holder, PBC Regulations, PBCs (Prescribed Body / Bodies Corporate), Rule book Fact sheet
PBCs Working in Two Worlds Aurora

The first document sets out some background information about what a lawyer is and their duty to you as a client. The second document outlines some questions that you may like to ask a lawyer when you are seeking advice on native title matters.

 Governance, Government, Indigenous knowledge, Indigenous law, Legal, PBCs (Prescribed Body / Bodies Corporate) Website
Register of Members and Former Members Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations

Outlining the requirements for keeping a register of members.

 Members Information Sheet
Special administrations: what members and directors should know Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations

This fact sheet provides general information for members and directors of corporations about special administrations under the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006 (CATSI Act).

 Government, ORIC, Special administration Information Sheet