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About Us

Ngnowar Aerwah 

Ngnowar-Aerwah Aboriginal Corporation (NAAC) is focused on improving the health and well-being of Aboriginal people in Wyndham. We offer drug and alcohol support services to help individuals and families recover and make positive changes.

We work closely with local communities, healthcare providers, and government agencies to ensure our services meet the specific needs of our people, with a strong focus on cultural understanding and respect.

Our goal is to empower individuals by providing education, support, and resources to help create a healthier future.

Ngnowar Aerwah takes its name from the Arrawaddi language, and translates literally as "Drink No", as there is no word for alcohol.

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Vision

To deliver world class alcohol and other drug services that address the mental, physical, social and emotional, economic and cultural wellbeing of our community.

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Mission

To take a key role in reducing the harmful impact of the misuse of alcohol and other drugs in our community.

Our Leadership Team

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Elaine McLean

CEO

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Maureen Williams

Operations Manager

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Leeanne Lippitt

Corporate Services Manager

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Vincent Lesourd

Manager - 7 Mile Rehab

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Rob Kirby

Manager - Safe Accommodation Services

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John Barnes

Manager - Maintenance

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John Campbell

Assistant Manager - 7 Mile Rehab

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Vacant

Program Manager

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Vacant

Commercial Services Coordinator

Board of Directors

The Ngnowar Aerwah Board oversees all activities, and we thank the Board for the time and governance. The 2024-25 Board is as follows.

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Graeme Trust

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Shirley Williams

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Janet Gallagher

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Darryl Smith

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Sarina Morgan

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Amy Birch

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Miranda Johnstone

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Antoinette Trust

Timeline

Key Documents

Coming Soon

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Ngnowar-Aerwah Aboriginal Corporation acknowledges the Balanggarra peoples as Traditional Owners of the land and waters around Wyndham. We pay respect to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all who live, work and visit in our communities.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers are warned our website may contain the names or images of persons who are deceased. 

Ngnowar-Aerwah Aboriginal Corporation (NAAC)

ABN:  71 851 326 047

ICN: 0318

T: (08) 9161 1514

E: reception@ngnowar.org.au

PO Box 250

Wyndham WA 6740

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