- Four Aboriginal families have recently accessed home ownership through the Jalbi Jiya Housing Program
- Eight families in total achieve home ownership since program launch in 2020
- 25 homes provided through program, funded by North-West Aboriginal Housing Fund
Another four Aboriginal families have recently achieved their home ownership goals through the Cook Labor Government's $9.7 million Jalbi Jiya Housing Program in Broome.
The Jalbi Jiya Housing Program provides a total of 25 homes for employed Aboriginal people. Of the 25 homes, seven homes have now been purchased and the remaining 18 homes are occupied by program participants as long-term rentals to support these families on their journey to potential home ownership. One further participant family in the program has purchased their own home on the private market.
Funded through the State Government's $200 million North-West Aboriginal Housing Fund, the Jalbi Jiya program was co-designed and delivered by Nyamba Buru Yawuru, the development and investment company of the Yawuru people.
As stated by Housing Minister John Carey:
"Jalbi Jiya means 'Your Home' in the language of the Yawuru people, and this is a life-changing program, now with eight families achieving their home ownership goals.
"A home provides stability, safety, connection to community and is at the core of improving a person's overall wellbeing, and since the program's launch, eight Aboriginal families now own their home.
"Our Government is doing everything we can to bolster the supply of housing throughout WA, including through our record $3.6 billion investment in housing and homelessness measures".
As stated by Kimberley MLA Divina D'Anna:
"With another four Aboriginal families becoming proud new homeowners, I'm proud to see the Jalbi Jiya program is making a positive difference right here on the ground in Broome.
"I want to acknowledge Nyamba Buru Yawuru for partnering with the Cook Labor Government to deliver this program and for their commitment in focusing on the needs and goals of individuals in the program."
