Representing and advocating for Traditional Owner rights and heritage
The National Native Title Council (NNTC) is the peak body representing the native title sector and Traditional Owners across Australia.Our Mission
Organisation Highlights
Strong Culture, Strong Futures film launched
After a 21-year native title journey, the Yaegl Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation built something remarkable — employment on Country, cultural leadership, and genuine economic opportunity for their community.
Watch and share their story — because every PBC has one worth telling.
DNBII Guides
The Dhawura Ngilan Business and Investor Guides are the only First Nations-Led Guides on the Protection of First Nations Cultural Heritage in our region.
Upcoming PBC Director Trainings
Our next PBC/TORI Director Training Workshops will be held in:
Perth 12 – 15 May.
Broome 23 – 26 June.
Cairns 20-23 July.
Latest News
Case Study: McArthur River Native Title Compensation Case
McARTHUR RIVER MINE DECISION SHINES LIGHT ON NATIONWIDE ISSUE: GOVERNMENT FAILURE TO PAY COMPENSATION OWED
VICTORIA LEADS THE WAY: AUSTRALIA’S FIRST TREATY SETS A BENCHMARK FOR OTHER STATES AND TERRITORIES
AUSTRALIA’S FIRST TREATY A HISTORIC MILESTONE FOR FIRST NATIONS DECISION-MAKING
Honouring Dr Eddie Koiki Mabo
Dr Eddie Koiki Mabo’s legacy reshaped Australia, overturning the false doctrine of terra nullius and securing recognition of First Nations’ land rights.
In 1982, Eddie Koiki Mabo, James Rice, and David Passi, together with Bonita Mabo, Sam Passi, and Celuia Mapo Salee, began a decade-long legal fight for justice. Their perseverance led to the landmark 1992 High Court decision in Mabo v Queensland (No. 2), establishing the legal doctrine of native title in Australia which confirmed that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have enduring rights to their lands and waters. This historic ruling dismantled the lie that Australia was "nobody’s land," laying the foundation for Native Title and empowering Traditional Owners to reclaim and protect Country.
Mabo’s courage and determination continues to inspire generations. The NNTC proudly carries his legacy forward, advocating for land, sea, and cultural justice for First Nations peoples across Australia.
