IBA plays an important role in supporting the sustainable development of Northern Australia. IBA’s approach is to engage and collaborate with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations to understand their needs and identify and invest in opportunities that provide strong financial returns and lasting economic, social, and cultural impacts. IBA is committed to further expanding its impact by identifying new sources of capital and finance, and channelling these towards assets and commercial ventures led by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This presentation will explore what IBA has learnt about the importance of trusted partnerships in supporting First Nations communities to flourish and prosper in Northern Australia, now and into the future.