Those seeking to apply for Confirmation of Aboriginality must complete and submit relevant documentation to our Chief Executive Officer.Your application will then be tabled at the next Board meeting, which occurs once a month.
To help our Board of Directors with this process, the following documents may also be included with the completed Confirmation of Aboriginality or Torres Strait Islander Descent form:
- Genealogy;
- Birth records;
- Family history and background (family tree).
If the Board recognises the applicant through his/her community connection as an Aboriginal person or Torres Strait Islander:
- The Confirmation of Aboriginality form will be signed by two Board members;
- The Common Seal will be affixed and recorded;
- A Confirmation of Aboriginality or Torres Strait Islander Descent Certificate will be sent to you
If the Board of Management does not recognise the applicant and/or the documents provided are not considered sufficient;
- You will be notified in writing;
- You’ll be asked for further evidence;
- Or, your application will be declined by the Board of Management
