October 13, 2025 September Newsletter Highlights from September: youth programs, government visits, and exciting new initiatives. Read More
October 13, 2025 September Newsletter Highlights from September: youth programs, government visits, and exciting new initiatives. Read More
September 8, 2025 August Newsletter Discover the moments shaping our community — from the EKAAA celebrations to the launch of our new early learning service. Read More
September 8, 2025 August Newsletter Discover the moments shaping our community — from the EKAAA celebrations to the launch of our new early learning service. Read More
September 3, 2025 Expression of Interest: Wunan Foundation Board Member Wunan Foundation is inviting Expressions of Interest from committed individuals to join our Board of Directors. Read More
September 3, 2025 Expression of Interest: Wunan Foundation Board Member Wunan Foundation is inviting Expressions of Interest from committed individuals to join our Board of Directors. Read More
Leadership The Bedford Downs Stock Route Walk The Bedford Downs Stock Route Walk is a youth diversion program designed to steer young people away from the justice system and toward positive pathways. It provides early intervention strategies, including connections with cultural mentors, education on making better life choices, and support for reintegration into pro-social activities. Read More
Education Choose Your Future The Choose Your Future program is a unique initiative aimed at empowering Aboriginal families to take control of their children’s education and well-being. It is specifically targeted towards families with children aged 4-8 years old who are in their formative years at school. Read More
Commercial Commercial Wunan’s purpose is to ensure East Kimberley Aboriginal people have the agency, aspiration ,and opportunity to make choices that lead to independent and fulfilling lives. Wunan’s vision is to shift the current dependence on welfare among Aboriginal people in the East Kimberley from 80% to 20%. Our Commercial Team and operations aim to support the empowerment of East Kimberley Aboriginal people through our social enterprises and services. Read More
Employment iBase (Indigenous Business Accounting Services) iBase is Wunan Foundation’s dedicated accounting and bookkeeping service, designed specifically to support Aboriginal businesses. With a team of knowledgeable and culturally aware professionals, iBase delivers effective and efficient financial solutions tailored to the unique needs of Kimberley Aboriginal organisations. From financial statements and payroll to tax preparation, iBase provides essential support to help Indigenous businesses grow and succeed. Read More
Housing Pathways to Home Ownership The Wunan Foundation's Pathways to HomeOwnership Program is an initiative aimed at promoting and facilitating home ownership among eligible Aboriginal participants. Funded by the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA), this program has been designed to offer a range of services and support to individuals and families looking to take the first steps towards homeownership. Read More
Healthcare headspace Kununurra Headspace Kununurra is a vital youth mental health service and the leading national platform supporting young people aged 12 to 25 who are experiencing, or at risk of, mild to moderate mental illness. Offering free, wraparound support across the East Kimberley, headspace Kununurra provides a comprehensive range of services, including mental health support, physical and sexual health care, alcohol and other drug services, and work and study assistance. Read More
Leadership 2025 East Kimberley Aboriginal Achievement Awards (EKAAS) The East Kimberley Aboriginal Achievement Awards celebrate the achievements of Aboriginal people in the East Kimberley region of Western Australia. These awards recognise and honor the contributions and accomplishments of Aboriginal individuals in fields such as community service, sports, arts, and education. Read More
Education Wunan Driver Training Program Wunan’s Driver Training Program helps people of all ages in the region who do not have access to a vehicle or supervising driver to get their driver's license. The programs match these learners with fully-licensed mentors who guide and assist them in their driving practice. Read More
Employment Jobs and Skills Centre The Kununurra Jobs and Skills Centre is a vital resource for jobseekers, employers, and industry across the East Kimberley. Located at North Regional TAFE’s Kununurra campus on Coolibah Drive, the centre provides tailored support to individuals and businesses, connecting them to opportunities that drive regional employment and economic growth. Read More
Housing KNX Community Hostel Wunan Foundation and MG Corporation have proudly partnered to establish the KNX (Kununurra) Community Hostel, providing a safe, supportive, and culturally respectful environment for Aboriginal youth pursuing education, training, or employment. Read More
Healthcare Kununurra Withdrawal Intervention Centre (KWIC) In 2024, Wunan Foundation launched the Kununurra Withdrawal Intervention Centre (KWIC), the first Aboriginal community-controlled low medical withdrawal service in Western Australia. Read More
Leadership Governance and Leadership The Governance and Leadership Program aims to strengthen the capacity of Indigenous people and businesses across the Kimberley, promoting self-determination and offering pathways to long-term sustainability. Designed with cultural sensitivity and a deep understanding of local needs, the program enhances governance, management, and operational capabilities across diverse organisations. Even in remote and complex environments, the Governance and Leadership Program continues to deliver services that address critical leadership and governance challenges, ensuring Indigenous organisations are empowered to lead with confidence and autonomy. Read More
Education Early Years Support Program and HIPPY Wunan Foundation delivers programs designed to assist parents in their important role as their child’s first educators. These programs support parents to help their young children develop healthy learning habits before entering school. Read More
Employment Journey to Empowerment The Journey to Empowerment (J2E) program supports Aboriginal individuals and families in the East Kimberley to build a better future through employment, training, and holistic support. More than just job readiness, J2E is a pathway to self-reliance and long-term economic independence, strengthening local support services in Cashless Debit Card communities. Read More
Healthcare Wunan Health & Wellbeing Centre The Wunan Health & Wellbeing Centre provides culturally safe and respectful primary healthcare to residents in Kununurra and the many visitors to our magnificent region. Read More
Leadership Stronger ACCO's, Stronger Families Stronger ACCOs, Stronger Families is a project designed to strengthen partnerships between Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) and non-Indigenous service providers in the child and family sector. Through meaningful collaboration, the initiative aims to create a culturally responsive and cohesive service system that empowers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families. Read More
Education Financial Hub Wunan’s Financial Hub is a lifeline for many Aboriginal individuals and families across the East Kimberley, offering financial counselling, digital literacy, tenancy education, housing support, and emergency relief. Our goal is to empower people to achieve economic independence, build financial resilience, and navigate an increasingly digital financial landscape. Read More
Employment Lily Lagoon Resort Lily Lagoon Resort is Kununurra's only Indigenous-owned resort, set amongst three acres of lush green lawns rolling to the water's edge, a picturesque location to admire spectacular Kimberley sunsets. The resort has an onsite restaurant, serving up local Kimberley flavours for breakfast, lunch and dinner, while catering to all dietary needs. All areas of the resort are disability friendly and the friendly team provide thoughtful touches to keep things easy and enjoyable. Read More
Leadership Swimming the River on Horseback Swimming the River on Horseback was an intensive program connecting youth and frontline support workers to explore the principles of stockmanship, and worked toward building support structures around each participant to sustain positive change. Read More
Education Kimberley Education Excellence Program (KEEP) The Kimberley Education Excellence Program (KEEP) supports Aboriginal students from the Kimberley region by providing accommodation, with educational support from our partner, Belmont City College (Secondary School). The program offers both academic opportunities and a nurturing environment, aiming to empower students to reach their full potential. Read More
Employment Talent Pool Academy The Talent Pool Academy is creating new pathways to employment for young people in the East Kimberley. Read More
Education Target 120 Target 120 is a targeted early intervention program designed to support at-risk young people (ages 10-14) and their families. By addressing risk factors early, the initiative aims to reduce juvenile reoffending and create stronger pathways for positive outcomes. Read More
Employment Wunan Construction Wunan Construction is a subsidiary of Wunan Maintenance Services and the latest of Wunan’s commercial enterprises. Started in 2024, Wunan Construction was launched with the goal of providing cost-effective construction services, to build and maintain property and commercial assets. Read More
Employment Wunan Maintenance Services Wunan Maintenance Services (WMS) is a social enterprise dedicated to providing property maintenance solutions while creating meaningful employment opportunities for local Aboriginal people. Committed to social and economic participation, WMS plays an essential role in supporting workforce development for local Aboriginal people in Kununurra. Read More
Employment Wunan Media Wunan Media was established to create employment opportunities in the media production industry for people in the East Kimberley region. Dedicated to amplifying Indigenous voices, Wunan Media crafts high-quality content that celebrates the strengths and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people, and organisations. Through culturally rich storytelling and strategic media production, Wunan Media plays a vital role in showcasing Indigenous narratives on local, national, and international platforms. Read More