Investment partnership to positively impact Territorians

Aboriginal Investment NT has appointed asset consultant, JANA Investment Advisers Pty Ltd (JANA), as advisor and implementer of its Commercial Investment Portfolio (CIP).

This appointment coincides with the first investments into the CIP, which will positively impact Aboriginal Territorians.

Aboriginal Investment NT’s CIP comprises two funds – the Community Ready Fund and the Future Fund.

JANA will play a crucial role in managing the financial assets that sit within these two funds.

Aboriginal Investment NT Chief Executive Officer, Nigel Browne, said this appointment marks a major step towards achieving two of the organisation’s strategic objectives — growing Aboriginal money for future generations and elevating Aboriginal interests.

“We are pleased to partner with JANA to support us in ensuring we can deliver a lasting impact to Aboriginal Territorians both now and into the future. As an organisation, we are stronger than ever and are looking forward to seeing this partnership grow over time,” Mr Browne said.

“With the expertise of a well-regarded consulting organisation like JANA, we have been able to develop a diversified, risk-controlled investment strategy, placing us in a solid position to meet our investment objectives.”

As part of the appointment, JANA will be providing Aboriginal Investment NT with strategic investment advice and implementation support.

JANA’s role is to help ensure all Aboriginal Investment NT investments are well-informed, aligned with strategic objectives, and guided by deep research and industry expertise.

JANA Chief Executive Officer Georgina Dudley said it was a privilege to support Aboriginal Investment NT and its CIP.

“We are honoured to partner with Aboriginal Investment NT on this important initiative. Their vision of building intergenerational prosperity through Aboriginal values and strong governance deeply resonates with JANA’s purpose of supporting long-term, purpose-led investing,” Ms Dudley said.

“We’re committed to contributing our expertise in diversified, risk-aware investment strategies to help create enduring wealth and meaningful outcomes for Aboriginal communities across the Northern Territory.”

In accordance with its 2024-2029 Strategic Investment Plan, Aboriginal Investment NT established the CIP in December 2024 to house its initial $655m in capital. This capital is made up of royalties generated from mining on Aboriginal-owned and controlled land in the NT.

The CIP is split into two funds, each of which will invest in financial assets for distinct purposes.

The Community Ready Fund, which has an initial allocation of $155 million, will invest in financial assets over the short to medium term (1-3 years), and aims to maintain a high level of liquidity to remain readily available for Aboriginal Investment NT’s activities, including grant funding and community-led projects.

This fund provides on-the-ground support to Aboriginal businesses, organisations, communities and projects across the NT.

The Future Fund, which has an initial allocation of $500 million, will invest in financial assets over the long term (10+ years) and aims to generate strong returns while building intergenerational Aboriginal wealth and wellbeing.

This fund will provide self-sufficient and sustainable capital for future use through the Community Ready Fund.

Aboriginal Investment NT Chief Investment Officer, Brian Wyborn, said the organisation is well underway to
building these funds.
“Aboriginal Investment NT has remained committed to building long-term, sustainable wealth for Aboriginal Territorians, which is seen in part through various investments made into our Commercial Investment Portfolio,” Mr Wyborn said.

“These include an initial investment of $139.5 million in December 2024 across both funds, and a further $40 million in March 2025 into the Community Ready Fund and $62.5 million also in March into the Future Fund.”

“These investments take our Commercial Investment Portfolio to more than $240 million, which ensures a measured, long-term approach to growing capital for Aboriginal Territorians.

Additional allocations into the Commercial Investment Portfolio will be made over the next eighteen months.”

Aboriginal Investment NT has a disciplined investment approach, investing in a diversified range of asset classes and implementing strategies to navigate market cycles and reduce volatility. By steadily deploying capital over time, the organisation will position its portfolio for stable, long-term returns.

“Our investments are not just about financial outcomes; they are about economic self determination for Aboriginal Territorians. Every dollar invested today is designed to generate intergenerational wealth and strengthen communities across the NT both now and into the future,” Mr Wyborn said.

“This is just the beginning. Through strategic and patient investing, we are shaping a future where Aboriginal-led capital works for Aboriginal Territorians, on their terms.”

For more information on Aboriginal Investment NT, visit https:/ www.aboriginalinvestment.org.au/