winjirra rangers

In 2025/2026, ALALC’s Ranger Team entered its second year of operation with renewed momentum, expanded capability and a strengthened strategic focus. Following the successful establishment of the self-funded Ranger model in the previous year, the program has continued to evolve as a cornerstone of ALALC’s operational and economic sustainability.

Bringing together Land Management and Culture & Heritage under one coordinated unit has further matured, enabling the team to deliver increasingly complex, multi-site and multi-partner projects. This cross-functional model continues to enhance responsiveness, strengthen cultural integrity in land management practices, and deliver measurable outcomes for both Country and community.

In addition to maintaining a strong project portfolio across existing sites, 2025/2026 saw the team expand into new endeavours, including:

• Securing new partnerships with government and private sector stakeholders
• Expanding cultural heritage monitoring and advisory services
• Increasing environmental restoration and rehabilitation works
• Strengthening youth employment pathways and structured mentoring within the Junior Ranger program
• Investing in training, accreditation and professional development to build long-term workforce capacity
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The Ranger Team comprises of dedicated staff, including a Ranger Manager, Senior Rangers, Rangers and Trainee Rangers, with internal leadership capacity strengthening as Senior Rangers take on greater responsibilities.

Building on the record-breaking income and project output achieved in 2024/2025, the 2025/2026 year has focused on consolidating financial sustainability, improving operational systems, and positioning the Ranger Team for long-term growth and scalability.

This ongoing success demonstrates the strength of ALALC’s decision to self-fund the program and reflects a model grounded in cultural authority, economic independence and community benefit.