Supplying Local Government
A NSWICC Partner Program initiative driving equity and economic inclusion in Local Government procurement
The NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce Inc (NSWICC), as the peak body for Indigenous businesses in New South Wales, invites Local Governments across the state to engage with us in building more equitable, inclusive, and sustainable procurement systems.
Through our Partner Program, we support councils to understand and engage Indigenous businesses—creating real economic opportunity and helping deliver on Closing the Gap commitments.
About the Program
Buying on Country, Supplying Local Government is a NSWICC-led
initiative that works directly with councils to:
Build organisational capability to attract and engage certified Indigenous suppliers
Transform procurement policies and practices to drive sustainable outcomes
Create long-term relationships with Aboriginal businesses and communities
This work is grounded in the principles of equity, access, and opportunity and recognises the important role councils play in strengthening regional and local economies.
Why Work with NSWICC?
With almost 20 years of experience and a network of over 500 majority Aboriginal-owned and controlled businesses, the NSWICC is:
- NSW’s peak certifier of Indigenous businesses
- A trusted advisor and service provider to councils and government agencies
- An experienced partner in policy, strategy, and program design
- A one-stop-shop for councils committed to economic inclusion and sustainable impact
Pilot in Progress: Byron Shire Council
We are proud to have launched our pilot project with Byron Shire Council, supported by Aboriginal Affairs NSW through the Closing the Gap Strategy
This partnership is already helping to refine procurement practices, improve supply chain inclusion, and develop a model that can be scaled and adapted by other councils.
Delivered Through Our Partner Program
The Buying on Country program is delivered through NSWICC’s Partner Program—a structured support model that offers:
- Access to the NSW Aboriginal Procurement Helpdesk
- Procurement strategy advice and policy review services
- Capability-building workshops for procurement teams
- Direct supplier matching and market engagement
- Templates, guidance, and performance monitoring tools
Is your council ready?
If your council is ready to lead by example, contribute to Closing the Gap, and unlock the economic potential of Indigenous enterprise, we invite you to connect.
Register your interest or book a consultation with our Partnerships Team by completing the form below or contact us directly through:
Together, we can build a stronger, more inclusive NSW economy – one contract, one council, one community at a time.
