Why RAP? Implementing a Reconciliation Action Plan

The discussion article, written by Samantha Rich explores the Reconciliation Action Plan, a formal agreement based on the template provided by Reconciliation Australia with actionable goals. In this discussion, Samantha Rich explains the significant benefits of companies undertaking RAPs to formalise their commitment to strengthening relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous peoples. The article further explores the significant benefits of a RAP for architectural practice and what to watch out for when implementing one.

Tweed Shire Council Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Management Plan

This written document is the Tweed Shire Council Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Management Plan. It includes an acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians and a Statement of Commitment to people, culture and Country. The document also includes a breakdown of the Aboriginal Heritage Management aims, plans, recommendations and community consultation.

Transforming public housing in a federal context

The report focuses on public housing reform within multi-provider systems and complex governmental settings. It considers how four federated governments (United States (US), Canada, Germany and Austria) have managed the transformation of their social housing system so as to inform Australian approaches.

Te Ara Kotahi (Our Māori Strategy)

Te Ara Kotahi (our Māori Strategy) is a written document for Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency. The document provides strategic direction on how Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency plans to work with and respond to Māori as the Crown’s Treaty partner. The purpose is to work with Māori to build strong, meaningful and enduring relationships to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. The Strategy document includes their objectives, their vision and an action plan.

Shaping Country

A written research report about cultural engagement in Australia’s built environment. The report focuses on adapting the way processes are used to design built environments to include community, culture and Country.

Reconciliation Action Plan

Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs) enable organisations to sustainably and strategically take meaningful action to advance reconciliation. RAPs provide tangible and substantive benefits for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, increasing economic equity and supporting First Nations self-determination. They are based around the core pillars relationships, respect and opportunities and fall into four types– Reflect, Innovate, Stretch and Elevate. Each type of RAP is designed to suit an organisation at different stages of their reconciliation journey and allows organisations to continuously develop their reconciliation commitments.

Paleert Tjaara Dja Wadawurrung Healthy Country Plan

The Paleert Tjaara Dja, Let’s make Country good together 2020-2030 – Wadawurrung Country Plan is a documented plan that articulates how Wadawurrung see Country being cared for and managed over the next 10 years. The document includes information on Wadwurrung Country and culture. It serves as a resource providing principles, the Country plan, values, threats, programs and strategies.

National Indigenous Infrastructure Guide

The National Indigenous Infrastructure Guide is a written document from the Australian Government Department of Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs. The Guide was written to assist people who are working with infrastructure in Indigenous communities. It provides an integrated framework for understanding major infrastructure provision issues for remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

National Indigenous Housing Guide

The National Indigenous Housing Guide is a written document from the Australian Government Department of Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs. It is a resource for everybody involved in providing housing to Indigenous people. It is a guide for improving the living environment, health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It provides practical information to assist in the design, construction and maintenance of housing.

Mobility of Aboriginal People in Rural and Remote Australia

This research project quantifies and contextualises Aboriginal mobility using case study findings to develop a better understanding of Aboriginal perspectives, experiences of, and aspirations for mobility. The research aims to understand both the depth of attachment of Aboriginal people to their settlement places and the impact of any such changes on their mobility and service needs.