02 October 2026
In Gaba Guwaalay
September 2026 has been a whirlwind, folks! I am proud to say that ACHIA NSW is becoming an ever stronger voice, speaking up the value and power of ACCOs and the communities they sere.
23 September 2026
Every 3 years, the Productivity Commission (PC) is required to independently review how parties to the National Agreement on Closing the Gap are progressing towards their commitments.
10 September 2026
ACHIA NSW is the peak body for Aboriginal Community Housing Providers in NSW, advocating for stronger housing outcomes, sector growth and community-led solutions.
09 September 2026
In Gaba Guwaalay
August was an incredibly busy and important month for ACHIA NSW, bringing together our members, partners, Community leaders, young people and frontline services across several significant pieces of work.
02 September 2026
In NCAT Workshop
Thank you to all the organisations that joined us on Yuin Country in Nowra for our 4th NCAT workshop in the series. With our next session coming soon in Redfern, 9 & 10 September, now is the time to make sure you are ready and registered for our final in person session.
02 September 2026
There is some great news for those interested in participating in the Reconstruction Authority’s Homes Reuse Program, run in conjunction with Homes NSW. This is a unique opportunity for ACCOs to increase their housing stock or find spaces to run social programs that enhance our communities.
28 August 2026
The 2026 Australian Community Housing National Awards are open for nominations, providing an opportunity to recognise outstanding people, organisations, projects and partnerships from across the community housing sector.
12 August 2026
In Gaba Guwaalay
ACHIA NSW’s 2026 Aboriginal Community Housing Caucus has officially wrapped up following two big days of conversation, connection, learning and shared commitment to the future of Aboriginal housing in NSW.
31 July 2026
In Caucus
This is it. In just one week, our sector comes together on Bundjalung Country, on the lands of the Coodjingburra people, for what is shaping up to be our biggest and most important gathering of the year.
29 July 2026
In NCAT Workshop
Our 2026 NCAT Workshop series is well underway with two more in-person sessions for 2026 left to go.
27 July 2026
There's a new opportunity we wanted to make sure was on your radar.
24 July 2026
In Caucus
Caucus is just two weeks away, and we are excited to finally share the full program with you.
17 July 2026
In Caucus
It's hard to believe Caucus is only three weeks away. In no time at all we'll be together on Bundjalung Country, on the lands of the Coodjingburra people, for what is shaping up to be a warm and wonderful few days.
13 July 2026
In NCAT Workshop
NCAT can be one of the trickiest parts of the job. The processes are technical, the stakes are high, and too often our teams are learning as they go, under pressure, in the moment that matters most.
10 July 2026
In Caucus
The wattle is starting to bloom, and Caucus is almost here. In just four weeks, our sector comes together on the lands of the Coodjingburra people, Bundjalung Country, for two powerful days at Mantra on Salt Beach, Kingscliff.
03 July 2026
In Gaba Guwaalay
The past month has been another reminder that meaningful change doesn't happen overnight- it happens through persistence, partnerships and a sector that continues to stand together.
01 July 2026
In NCAT Workshop
After a fantastic couple of days in Dubbo on Wiradjuri Country, we are taking our NCAT Workshop to the coast. If navigating NCAT has ever felt overwhelming - the paperwork, the hearings, knowing what to say and when - this workshop is built for exactly that.
26 June 2026
In Caucus
This year, the 2026 ACHIA NSW Aboriginal Housing Caucus, Echoes on the Wattle: Truth, Country and Housing Justice, gathers on the lands of the Coodjingburra people on Bundjalung Country.
24 June 2026
The 2026-2027 NSW State Budget is here. Stay tuned for more information from the ACHIA NSW in Gaba Guwaalay Edition #66 due for release 3 July 2026.
19 June 2026
In Caucus
Every day across our sector, people show up with heart. They lead, they build, they care, and they change lives through housing our mob.
17 June 2026
In Core and Cluster
You’re invited to a powerful two-day gathering on Darug/Dharug Country, bringing together ACCO-led and Aboriginal-managed refuge services from across NSW.
16 June 2026
In NCAT Workshop
With our NCAT Training coming soon to Dubbo, there is no better time to ensure that your team is NCAT ready than now. Do you have new staff in need of training or more experienced staff looking to work through more complex issues.
06 June 2026
In Gaba Guwaalay
As we all do our bit to deliver housing to our communities and build organisations that are truly future fit, it isn't lost on me that the fight we are involved in is unrelenting and hard. Sometimes, it feels like nobody is listening to us.
04 June 2026
In Core and Cluster
This edition brings together the latest updates from across the Aboriginal-led and managed women and children's refuge sector in NSW
29 May 2026
In Caucus
Now 10 weeks out from the 2026 ACHIA NSW Aboriginal Housing Caucus, it is time to register and carry the energy of truth-telling into the room with the people who need to hear it.
27 May 2026
Key Publications and Announcements Sometimes there's too much important news to wait for the next Newsletter edition.
01 May 2026
In Gaba Guwaalay
Don't Forget to Register for our Events Just a quick reminder to register for our upcoming events — spots are filling up and we'd love to see you there! Our first NCAT Training Session is happening next week with room for more to join us.
29 April 2026
In Deadly Housing Summits
ACHIA NSW has a travel and accommodation reimbursement program in place for eligible members attending Deadly Housing Summit #5, 12–13 May 2026 at Rydges Sydney Central, on Gadigal Land.
24 April 2026
In NCAT Workshop
6–7 May is coming up fast, it's time to register now. If navigating NCAT has ever felt overwhelming, the paperwork, the hearings, knowing what to say and when, this 2-day workshop is built for exactly that.
21 April 2026
In Deadly Housing Summits
It's time to register for Deadly Housing Summit #5 — two days of connecting, capacity-building, and strengthening Aboriginal-led housing across NSW.
10 April 2026
In NCAT Workshop
Register now to secure your spot for the Introduction to NCAT training in Tamworth on Wednesday & Thursday, 6–7 May 2026. If you or your team need to strengthen your understanding of the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) and NCAT processes, this is your chance!
02 April 2026
In Gaba Guwaalay
Our 2026 ACHIA NSW events are officially open for registration! We’re excited to bring community, sector leaders and changemakers together across a series of key gatherings, including the Deadly Housing Summit #5, the 2026 ACHIA NSW Aboriginal Housing Caucus, and the NCAT Workshop Series.
06 March 2026
In Gaba Guwaalay
Our 2026 ACHIA NSW events are just around the corner, with registrations opening soon! This year we’re bringing together community, sector leaders and changemakers for three key gatherings: Deadly Housing Summit #5, the Aboriginal Women & Children’s Refuges Summit, and the 2026 ACHIA NSW Aboriginal Housing Caucus.
06 February 2026
In Gaba Guwaalay
HAFF Round 3 is Open — Apply Now with an EOI Round 3 of the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) is now open, presenting a significant opportunity for Aboriginal Community Housing Providers to access funding to deliver housing for community.
12 January 2026
In HAFF
Do you have a shovel-ready project in need of funding? Do you have land that could be developed into housing for your community?
06 January 2026
In Core and Cluster
This edition reflects on a big year for Aboriginal-led & managed women and children’s refuges across NSW, sharing sector updates, reflections from the Refuge Summit, and what’s coming next with the Community of Practice.
17 December 2025
In Caucus
ACHIA NSW invites you to save the date for the ACHIA NSW Caucus 2026, taking place August 5-6 2026, in Kingscliff, NSW on Bundjalung Country.
15 December 2025
Our thoughts are with the Aboriginal communities and ACHPs across NSW who are already being impacted by bushfires, prolonged dry conditions, and the return of drought declarations in many regions.
11 December 2025
In Gaba Guwaalay
From our first ACHIA Alert in 2022 to today’s Gaba Guwaalay, our newsletter has grown alongside the sector—moving from simple emails to a vibrant, accessible platform that keeps everyone informed and connected. As we head into 2026, we invite you to keep sharing your stories, challenges, and wins with us.
10 November 2025
In Gaba Guwaalay
NSW Government launches 10-year Homes for NSW Strategy. NSW’s new Homes for NSW Strategy 2025–2035 commits $6.6B to fairer, people-focused housing — with ACHIA NSW calling for stronger investment in Aboriginal communities.
03 October 2025
In Gaba Guwaalay
Thank you for Joining Us at Deadly Housing Summit #4 On Darkinjung Country, sector leaders shared knowledge and culture to shape stronger housing futures.
09 September 2025
In Deadly Housing Summits
Don’t forget to register for Deadly Housing Summit #4, spots are filling up quickly!
05 September 2025
In Gaba Guwaalay
Register now for Deadly Housing Summit #4 at Ettalong Beach on 10–11 September.
25 August 2025
Right across our communities, there are women, leaders, and changemakers whose work changes lives. Too often, that work happens quietly, without fanfare, but it’s exactly that kind of dedication and vision that deserves to be celebrated.
18 August 2025
For our First Nations families the need for safe, secure and affordable housing is urgent. Through the Housing Policy Partnership, Aboriginal voices are at the table shaping housing policy and driving real pathways for stronger, community-led housing solutions.
15 August 2025
In Deadly Housing Summits
The Deadly Housing Summit is happening at Ettalong Beach on 10-11 September 2025, bringing together Aboriginal Community Housing Providers, leaders, and sector experts to strengthen Aboriginal-led housing.
11 August 2025
In Gaba Guwaalay
The ACHIA NSW team was honoured to join Bundjalung Tribal Society for their Early-Stage Works Commencement Ceremony at Namabunda Farm.
30 July 2025
The AHURI National Housing Conference is Australia’s largest and best value housing conference.
10 July 2025
Homelessness Week (4–10 August 2025) is our chance to shine a spotlight on a growing crisis and push for real action. This year’s theme is "Homelessness Action Now" because the situation is getting worse, and we can’t afford to wait.
04 July 2025
In Gaba Guwaalay
Final Report of the first-ever Independent Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led Review of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap ACHIA NSW shares key reflections on the landmark Aboriginal-led Closing the Gap Review—and why it’s vital for Aboriginal Community Housing Providers to have a seat at the table.
06 June 2025
In Gaba Guwaalay
Welcome to ‘Gaba Guwaalay - Yarning with ACHIA’, our monthly newsletter with a new look and a sharpened vision! We’re moving from fortnightly to monthly frequency. ‘Gaba Guwaalay’ will be sent out on the first Friday of the month.
26 May 2025
We’re celebrating the leaders, changemakers, and everyday champions driving positive change in Aboriginal community housing across NSW. Know someone making a real difference?
15 May 2025
In NCAT Workshop
Register now to secure your spot for the Introduction to NCAT training in Wagga on Wednesday & Thursday, 21-22 May.
13 May 2025
ACHIA NSW invites you to join us for the 2025 ACHIA NSW Aboriginal Housing Caucus, taking place on 11–12 June 2025 in beautiful Wagga Wagga on Wiradjuri Country.
09 May 2025
In ACHIA Alert
Last weekend, the Federal Labor government was re-elected for a second term. The policies they took to the Australian people included even more housing affordability measures, this time aimed at first homeowners.
06 May 2025
In NCAT Workshop
There are only a few spots left for the Introduction to NCAT training in Newcastle on Thursday & Friday, 8-9 May.
28 April 2025
In ACHIA Alert
We’re celebrating the leaders, changemakers, and innovators in Aboriginal community housing! Do you know an individual, team, or organisation making a real difference?
11 April 2025
In ACHIA Alert
You're invited to the 2025 ACHIA NSW Aboriginal Housing Caucus! This year, we're meeting on 11-12 June 2025 in beautiful Wagga Wagga on Wiradjuri Country.
31 March 2025
In Deadly Housing Summits
Time is running out to join us at the 3rd Deadly Housing Summit! Registrations close soon, so secure your place today.
28 March 2025
In ACHIA Alert
ACHIA NSW is excited to announce that esteemed Indigenous rights advocate Mick Gooda will headline the Deadly Housing Summit #3, taking place on April 2–3, 2025, at the Lazy River Estate, Dubbo.
20 March 2025
ACHIA NSW is excited to announce that esteemed Indigenous rights advocate Mick Gooda will headline the Deadly Housing Summit #3, taking place on April 2–3, 2025, at the Lazy River Estate, Dubbo. As part of our commitment to the Coolamon Project, this summit serves as a crucial gathering for Aboriginal Community Housing Providers (ACHPs), offering the chance to engage with experts and industry leaders in their field. By participating, ACHPs will acquire valuable insights and have the opportunity to discuss housing challenges, strengthen their networks, and drive significant changes in Aboriginal housing policy and practice.
14 March 2025
In ACHIA Alert
The 3rd Deadly Housing Summit is happening in Dubbo on 2–3 April 2025, bringing together Aboriginal Community Housing Providers, leaders, and sector experts to strengthen Aboriginal-led housing.
06 March 2025
ACHIA NSW have you in our thoughts and available to support you as best as we can whilst your organisation and community are preparing for the impacts of Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
28 February 2025
In ACHIA Alert
Last week the Development & Implementation team attended the 60th Anniversary of the Freedom Ride in Moree, NSW. ACHIA NSW would like to thank Moree Local Aboriginal Land Council CEO Steve McIntosh, Liz Haines and staff for allowing us to be part of the significant event and show our support.
28 February 2025
We are excited to inform you about the Core and Cluster Aboriginal-Led Women’s Refuge Summit in New South Wales—a powerful opportunity to bring together both newly established Core and Cluster refuges and previously established Aboriginal-led refuges to collaborate, share insights, and enhance the services provided to Aboriginal women and children in need.
16 February 2025
In NCAT Workshop
There are only a few spots left for the Introduction to NCAT training in Ballina on February 25-26 for 2025.
14 February 2025
In ACHIA Alert
ACHIA NSW is offering a free, in-person 2-day training for Aboriginal Community Housing Providers (ACHPs) to gain essential skills in tenancy management and NCAT hearings.
31 January 2025
In ACHIA Alert
Happy New Year to you. Thanks so much for taking the time to read the ACHIA Alert. Homes NSW commenced operations on 1 February 2024. And in the 2025 budget, government announced the single biggest investment in social housing since the post WWII era. But we’ve been asking: where is the $6.6B endowment promised?
17 January 2025
In ACHIA Alert
ACHIA NSW is back Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, and we're excited to dive into what the new year has in store. Whether you're reaching out for support or collaboration, we're here and ready to connect.
16 January 2025
ACHIA NSW is currently inviting interested Aboriginal Community Housing Providers (ACHPs) to submit an expression of Interest (EOI) for the Housing Infrastructure Uplift Project (380 Solar PoP15).
01 January 2025
In ACHIA Alert
28 November 2024
It is with great joy that we launch the ACHIA NSW 2023 – 2024 Annual Report, proudly themed “A Peak of actions not recommendations” – Aunty Matilda House.
12 November 2024
11 October 2024
08 October 2024
01 October 2024
The NSW Aboriginal Housing Caucus 2024 was held Virtually and In-person on Tuesday 27 August 2024 and Wednesday 28 August 2024 at the Powerhouse Hotel, Tamworth.
20 September 2024
In Aboriginal Data Sovereignty
Following on from the ACHIA NSW 2024 Aboriginal Housing Caucus you can access further information regarding the NSW CAPO Priority Reform 4 work on Aboriginal Data Sovereignty, including the First Round: Preliminary Community Engagement Report and a Digital Resource Toolkit
20 September 2024
In CHP
The CHP Direct Dealing Policy provides a mechanism for Aboriginal Community Housing Providers (ACHPs) to put forward unique proposals to grow or renew social and affordable housing, including to: sell or acquire property; or contribute land or capital towards a housing development project in exchange for dwellings to be returned to Homes NSW.
15 December 2023
The ACHIA NSW Annual Report 2022-2023 highlights the achievements, challenges, and strategic priorities of the Aboriginal Community Housing Industry Association NSW over the 2022–2023 financial year.
28 September 2023
In Caucus
The NSW Aboriginal Housing Caucus 2023 was held Virtually and In-person on Wednesday 27 September and Thursday 28 September 2024 at Murrook Culture Centre in Williamtown NSW.
18 May 2022
In Caucus
The NSW Aboriginal Housing Caucus 2021 was held Virtually and In-person on Wednesday 18 May 2022 at Lazy River Estate in Dubbo NSW.
07 December 2021
In Caucus
The NSW Aboriginal Housing Caucus 2021 was held VIRTUALLY on Tuesday 7 December 2021.
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