Our Journey
NATSIHA is committed to reshaping the housing landscape for the betterment of First Nations peoples.
Our journey has been marked by determination and perseverance, and today, we proudly stand as the conduit for a National First Nations Voice on housing.
As the national peak body, our role is clear: we champion community-controlled housing solutions to ensure that every First Nations individual and family has access to safe, secure, and culturally fitting housing across Australia.
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OUR PURPOSE
Aboriginal Community-Controlled Housing stands as a powerful embodiment of self-determination, cultural preservation, and equitable empowerment, fostering a foundation where First Nations communities can thrive, heal, and perpetuate their unique heritage for present and future generations.
Latest Updates
NEWS
Stay informed with the latest updates and headlines on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander news, events, and community initiatives. Explore insightful articles, stories, and breaking news that highlight the rich heritage and current issues within our communities on the NATSIHA news section.
Re-elected Government must…
Media Release Re-elected Government must now deliver on housing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.…
Build Homes, Build…
Build Homes, Build Wealth: First Nations Communities Need a Seat at the Table Australia is facing a significant…
SPOKEN PROJECT
RECLAIMING OUR DATA, STRENGTHENING OUR SECTOR NATSIHA is committed to making sure our sector’s data tells the…
NATSIHA 2025-26 Budget…
Pre-Budget Submission Read the full submission here Our submission presents a pathway to close the housing…
Join Us for…
Join us for an inspiring and transformative workshop designed to harness the deep knowledge, resilience, and leadership within…
ARE YOU WORRIED…
NATSIHA has partnered with the Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS) and the First Nations Clean Energy Network to better understand how…
HAFF Update: Progress…
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Housing Association (NATSIHA) welcomes the announcement of 5,000 additional social homes under…
Housing for Older…
The right to housing for our older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. We recognise that the wisdom…
NATSIHA 2024 Governance…
NATSIHA is excited to be running a series of Governance Training Workshops for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander…
NATSIHA Calls for…
The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Housing Association (NATSIHA) acknowledges the housing investments made in the 2024 Federal Budget.…
Call to Action:…
‘A community-controlled organisation implicitly recognises the strength, the expertise and the right to self-determination by First Nations Communities.’…
NATSIHA is Hiring
Two exciting opportunities available! We’re excited to announce two fantastic opportunities to join the National Aboriginal and Torres…
Housing Policy Partnership
Last week the Housing Policy Partnership (HPP) came together with government representatives from all states and Territories and…
A new Partnership…
Thrilled to announce that last week NATSIHA formalised a partnership with the University of Adelaide‘s Faculty of Arts, Business, Law…
A Historic Investment…
Today marks a significant milestone in addressing the critical housing needs of remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander…
Parliamentary Friends of…
Last week, we were in Canberra with the Aboriginal Housing Victoria (AHV), Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative and Mallee District Aboriginal Services. The stories presented…
Working alongside ACHIA
“We know our mob, we know our business, so not only will you be getting better bang for…
COO Zachariah Matysek…
“We know our mob, we know our business, so not only will you be getting better bang for…
NATSIHA calls for…
The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Housing Association (NATSIHA) has mourned the saddening outcome of the recent…
Celebrating Black Excellence…
We are honoured to share our recent experience of spending an afternoon with the Aboriginal Housing Company (AHC). As we…
Developing a Productive…
Last Friday, we had the opportunity to spend the day with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications…
Housing Policy Partnerships
Last week the Housing Policy Partnership (HPP) came together with government representatives from all states and Territories and…
Governments must act…
Governments must act faster and listen to Productivity Commission recommendations to Close the Gap and tackle Aboriginal homelessness. …
Key Initiatives
What the people say
“The work of NATSIHA will optimise overall health and wellbeing and improve employment opportunities, access to education, connection to the community and sense of home.”
- The Honourable Julie Collins MP
“NATSIHA is an important voice in the national conversation, filling knowledge gaps, and leading the advocacy we need to close the gap in First Nation’s housing and homelessness.”
- Kate Colvin, CEO Homelessness Australia
“We demand the authority and stewardship over the resources that are meant to uplift our communities. It’s time for a new era of accountability and progress, and we won’t settle for less.”
- Tom Slockee, Chair NATSIHA
“If we are to ever truly “Close the Gap” and empower Indigenous Australians, a major shift is needed to ensure that funding is reaching the hands of Indigenous people and communities. “
- Zachariah Matysek, Acting CEO NATSIHA
