Department of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags

Did you know that July is the month of significant anniversaries of both the Aboriginal flag and the Torres Strait Islander flag? Find out more.

Our Strategic Plan is now available

The department's 2017-2021 Strategic Plan articulates our vision, values and guiding principles, and shows how we will contribute to delivering on the Government's objectives for the community.

Reparations Scheme

If you believe your wages or savings were controlled under the ‘Protection Acts’ and you were born during the eligibility period, you may be entitled to a make a claim. Applications close on 29 September 2017.

Subscribe to receive 'The Kookaburra'

The department is introducing ‘The Kookaburra' – a new eBulletin to provide on-time updates about Queensland Government services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders. If you would like to receive The Kookaburra, please follow the link to subscribe, or read the latest edition.

Moving Ahead

A strategic approach to increasing the participation of Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people in Queensland’s economy.

Our Way and Changing Tracks

Our Way and Changing Tracks

The Queensland Government, in partnership with Family Matters Queensland, has developed a generational strategy and first action plan to improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.

 

News

Extra time for Reparations Scheme claimants

The deadline for Reparations Scheme claims has been extended to 29 September 2017.

Indigenous communities can receive up to $330 worth of electricity power cards

Residents living in some discrete Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities are urged to take advantage of Ergon Energy’s free power cards to assist in their electricity costs.

 

 

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  • Reparations Scheme

    Applications for the reparations scheme close on 29 September 2017. If your wages and savings were controlled under the 'Protection Acts', you may be eligible for a reparations payment.

  • Cultural heritage

    Queensland cultural heritage legislation requires land users to take all reasonable and practical measures to ensure their activity does not harm Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural heritage.

  • Strengthening and growing Indigenous businesses

    The department is able to provide a range of services to help Indigenous enterprises grow.

  • Community alcohol limits

    If you're planning on travelling through Queensland, you need to know about alcohol restrictions.

  • Know Your Community

    Build a community profile containing information and data about Queensland's first nation peoples and the communities they live in.

  • Youth Employment Program

    Assistance and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people completing Year 12.

  • Discover your personal history

    If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Queenslander, the government may be able to help you find information about your personal history.

Is your feedback

Please submit your comments on the department's Compliments and Complaints section.

Please submit your comments on the Queensland Government website Contacts form.