Deniliquin - Binaal Billa Region
Aboriginal Affairs’ Binaal Billa regional office, based on the traditional land of the Wiradjuri Nation in Dubbo, plays a key role in supporting Aboriginal self-determination and improving outcomes for Aboriginal communities across the region.
In total, the Binaal Billa Region supports 38 communities, working with 23 Local Aboriginal Land Councils (LALCs), 30 Local Government Areas (LGA’s) and 10 Discrete Aboriginal Communities (DACs). We engage closely with community leaders, organisations and government partners to:
- Support community-led decision making and advocate for local priorities
- Facilitate local engagement and partnerships across key areas.
- Provide advice and guidance to other agencies to ensure Aboriginal voices and aspirations are heard.
Image: Wiradjuri Country, Macquarie River Railway Bridge, Dubbo, Binaal Billa Region
Programs
In the Binaal Billa Region, Aboriginal Affairs NSW partnerships team supports two Discrete Aboriginal Communities (DACs) - Cummeragunja and Murrin Bridge - to lead emergency management planning through the Aboriginal Community Emergency Management Program (ACEMP). This initiative integrates cultural knowledge and capacity to strengthen communities' preparedness for, responding to, and recovering from disasters such as bushfires, floods, and storms.
Through genuine community-led planning, ACEMP empowers Aboriginal knowledge holders and communities to develop culturally grounded emergency management plans, and access training in areas like bushfire safety and first response. By recognising the unique strengths of each community, ACEMP ensures emergency planning is not only effective but grounded in cultural knowledge and local priorities.
Aboriginal Affairs NSW is leading the assessment of infrastructure conditions in the 10 DAC's across the Binaal Billa region. This initiative will help plan future upgrades and repairs, ensuring communities receive the support and investment they need. Learn more about this project.
Thunghutti Country & Community at an ACEMP event
Grants
Aboriginal Affairs NSW offers regular grants to support Aboriginal people and communities to thrive.
Our grants recognise that Aboriginal organisations are best placed to deliver programs that support culture, community, economic development, and healing.
If you live in the Binaal Billa region and would like information or support in applying for a grant opportunity, please contact us.
To learn more about relevant opportunities, please visit the Grants and funding for Aboriginal people and communities in NSW page.
Minhi Mingaan (Little Sister, Big Sister) - Griffith Women's Group Cultural Tour of Wiradjuri Country
The Cultural Grants Program supports Aboriginal community organisations and groups across NSW to celebrate Aboriginal culture and hold cultural events and activities.
Dubbo Community NAIDOC Committee / Aboriginal Affairs NSW use only
Aboriginal Affairs NSW supports NAIDOC events and activities across NSW, to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, through an open and competitive grant funding opportunity.
Greer Films image of Wiradyuri Traditional Owners Central West Aboriginal Corporation
The Minister’s Discretionary Fund (MDF) supports Aboriginal Community Organisations and individuals in NSW to deliver services/projects which are identified by the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Treaty.
Latest News
Image: Wiradjuri Country, Bathurst, Binaal Billa Region
Regional Manager: Rebecca Suckling
Senior Partnerships Officer: Tony Fuller
Senior Partnerships Officer: Vacant
Partnerships Officer: Katina Sloane
Regional Support Officer: Caleb Sullivan
Dubbo Office
Call: (02) 9228 3434, 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday
Email: enquiries@aboriginalaffairs.nsw.gov.au
Mailing Address: PO Box 704 Dubbo NSW 2830
Address: Ground Floor, 65 Church Street, Dubbo NSW 2830
Image: Wiradjuri Country, Adelong, Binaal Billa Region