Jamie Williams joins Bamara as First Nations Programs Operations Manager
Jamie is a proud Wonnarua man from Maitland, and we’re thrilled to have him on board at Bamara.
Bamara People Read moreEmpowering individuals and their communities
Apprenticeships
We support First Nations apprentices and their employers as a First Nations Specialist Provider of Australian Apprenticeship Support Services.
NDIS Disability Support Services
Bamara is a Registered NDIS Provider, committed to providing high quality and culturally responsive support for you or your loved ones.
Bamara Training
Bamara Training deliver career-focused training and
specialised qualifications to equip individuals with relevant skills for entry-level and pre-employment.
Driver Licensing Access Program
Bamara delivers the Driver Licensing Access Program (DLAP) across Dubbo and Moree, a free program funded by Transport for NSW.
Dubbo Opportunity Hub – DHUB
DHUB is a free program of support that collaborates with member schools and communities across the Dubbo LGA to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people.
ParentsNext
ParentsNext is a government program for parents and carers who receive Parenting Payments to help them prepare for future stages in their lives.
Transition to Work
Transition to Work is a Workforce Australia Government initiative which helps young people aged 15-24 to achieve their study and work goals.
Employability Skills Training
Employability Skills Training is a Workforce Australia Government initiative which helps people gain skills and experiences to get a job.
Career Transition Assistance
Career Transition Assistance is a Workforce Australia Government initiative which helps people aged 45 and over with skills to gain employment.
Looking to onboard an apprentice?
We simplify the process of onboarding and supporting First Nations apprentices in your care, ensuring you get the most out of the apprenticeship at every step.
Our Apprenticeships team is ready to assist you in onboarding an apprentice with Bamara.
We are committed to providing the support and guidance needed to enrich this experience for you and your apprentice.
Success Stories & Updates
We've helped people across New South Wales, Queensland, and the Northern Territory achieve their education, employment, support and training goals.
Read real stories that have helped positively impact our customers, their families and communities through our work.
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09 October 2024 – Bamara People -
04 October 2024 – NDIS Disability Support Services
Cooper and Jackson connect with culture through local cultural program
Congratulations to Cooper and Jackson, who recently completed the 10-week Cultural Coolamon and Clapstick program delivered by TAFE Wellington!
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01 October 2024 – Transition to Work
Demetrius finds the right fit to kickstart a rewarding career
Through the Transition to Work program in Alice Springs, Demetrius is a first-year apprentice plumber based in Uluru, learning on…
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Connecting First Nations women to careers as tradies
The Sistas in Trade program provides an excellent platform for local First Nations women to kickstart construction, infrastructure, and manufacturing careers.
Since the commencement of the Sistas in Trade program in February 2023, 16 participants have found employment across the Far West Orana Employment Region.
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Traineeships
A traineeship with Bamara Training can help your new and existing employees improve their skills and acquire a nationally recognised qualification.
Cultural Awareness Training
Dives deep into the heart and soul of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and history.
About us
Bamara is an Indigenous-owned business created to deliver social impact programs to Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, focusing on providing culturally competent services that positively impact the lives of participants.
For three decades David Liddiard OAM has been committed to closing the education, health and employment gaps between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
Our focus is on building individual and community capacity and prosperity through the design and delivery of projects, programs and initiatives underpinned by Australian government (state and federal) funding.
Programs & Accreditations
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Diversity is important to us at Bamara, as is creating local opportunities for people.
We pride ourselves on having a culture of teamwork, respect, inclusivity and passion.
Growing our inclusive culture is fundamental to us.
Every member of our team is positively engaged and totally committed to providing meaningful outcomes for the people we support.