community programs handbook 2021/22

Community Programs Handbook 2021/22Valid 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022

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IBN acknowledges that this Handbook may contain images and/or names of people who have since passed away.

Our vision“Building resilience and capacity for the present and strong foundations for the future.”

Our purpose“Supporting the Yinhawangka, Banyjima and Nyiyaparli people.”

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IBN Community Programs Handbook 2021/2022 3

THANHARRU! WELCOME TO IBN 4How we help the IBN Community 4Membership Information 5Code of Conduct 5Privacy Statement 5

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS – AN OVERVIEW 62020-2021 Community Programs 7How to apply 9How to appeal a decision 10

PROGRAM 1: HOUSEHOLD ESSENTIALS 11

PROGRAM 2: EDUCATION 122.1 Pre-school to Year 12 expenses 122.2 Private High School Scholarships – 2022 132.3 Public High School Boarding and Travel 142.4 Post-Secondary Education – TAFE/VET 152.5 Post-Secondary Education – University (degree and above) 16

PROGRAM 3: HEALTH AND WELLBEING 173.1 General Health 173.2 Dental Health 183.3 Medical and Dental Travel 193.4 Home Renovations for Elderly or Disabled 20

PROGRAM 4: CULTURAL SUPPORT 214.1 Pilbara Lore Practice 214.2 Funeral Travel 224.3 Funeral Arrangements 23

PROGRAM 5: MEMBER ADVOCACY AND ADVICE 245.1 Financial and legal advice fees 245.2 Further approved legal costs 24

PROGRAM 6: EMPLOYMENT AND ENTERPRISE 256.1 Employment and Skills Training 256.2 Pilbara Business Support 26

APPLICATION FORMS 27–54

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Thanharru! Welcome to IBNIBN Corporation is Trustee of the IBN Charitable Assistance Foundation set up in 2003 for the benefit of the Yinhawangka, Banyjima and Nyiyaparli people of the Pilbara.

How we help the IBN CommunityIBN supports members, their families and communities to build better lives for themselves and their families through:

1. Community Programs as listed in this Handbook

2. Service Delivery teams

Based in three Pilbara offices, our Field Officers manage projects and provide IBN Members with personal support and practical help to connect with services, such as:

• Education• Employment and training• Health• Housing• Support for Elders and members with special needs, including the IBN Mirli Maya Elders Retirement

Village in South Hedland• Funerals• Legal and financial support

3. IBN Services and projects

To build sustainable futures for IBN Members through employment, enterprise and culture.

Our businesses include:

• IMMS – Indigenous Marine and Mining Services is a labour hire business in Port Hedland that can assist IBN Members to find jobs.

• IBN Services in Hedland – provides training and employment in horticulture, building construction and maintenance, and runs the only native plant nursery in the region, servicing commercial clients across the Pilbara.


Membership InformationTo become an IBN Member, you must be 16 years or older and a recognised member of the Yinhawangka, Banyjima and Nyiyaparli language groups. You will need to complete an application form and a Deed of Undertaking and attach a copy of your birth certificate. Talk to an IBN officer for help.

Dependent Children who receive help from IBN must be registered on the database.

A ‘Dependent Child Advice Form’ can be found on the IBN website or an IBN office.

There are three types of dependent child:• The biological child of an IBN Member in the legal care of their parent.• A non-IBN child (18 and under) in the legal care of an IBN Member.• An IBN child in the legal care of a person who is not an IBN Member.

Non-IBN carers of IBN children may apply on behalf of the child for Education and Health and Wellbeing benefits. An IBN child in this category may access other benefits only when they turn 16 and are accepted as an IBN member.

Code of Conduct IBN’s Code of Conduct (2016) requires IBN directors, employees and members to respect the law and other people at all times.

IBN Members are expected to behave with respect and courtesy to IBN officers and to our suppliers.

Unacceptable behaviour includes abuse, physical assault and threats, harassment (such as ‘trolling’ on social media), or illegal conduct (such as dishonesty, fraud, property damage or theft).

IBN members who breach this Code of Conduct will be asked to explain themselves to an IBN manager or the CEO. After investigation, if proven to be true, a breach may lead to mediation, a warning, suspension of benefits, or legal intervention. Serious acts will be reported to the police.

Privacy StatementMembers’ personal information is confidential to IBN. It is used solely by IBN for providing benefits and services to members and to monitor programs. Personal information about a member or a dependent child will be shared only with the permission of the member or the child’s parents or approved carer.

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Community Programs – an overviewThe Community Programs are funded by the IBN Charitable Foundation and are reviewed and updated every year by the IBN Board. This handbook gives a summary of what is available and what is not available in each program. There may be special conditions or exclusions in the IBN policy that cannot be printed in full in this Handbook, but our IBN office teams can explain the details and help members to apply.

As well as Community Programs, IBN has Service Delivery teams in our three Pilbara offices (South Hedland, Tom Price and Karratha). Our Field Officers provide practical support and can help members to access programs and services offered by IBN, government agencies, other Trusts and charities.


2021-2022 Community Programs Except where stated, benefit limits are for the financial year 1 July 2021 – 30 June 2022.

1. Household Essentials – flexible $3,000 + up to $1,000 mid-year top-up (upon reviewing funding availability)

2. Education

Pre-school to Year 12 $500 per child for pre-school

$2,000 per child for primary school

$3,000 per child for high school

Private High School Scholarship (for 2022 school year) $15,000

Public High School Boarding & Travel $5,000

Post-Secondary Education

TAFE/VET $10,000

University $10,000

3. Health and Wellbeing:

General Health $10,000

Dental Health $10,000

Medical and Dental Travel $5,000

Home Renovations – Elderly or Disabled $10,000 one-off

4. Cultural Support:

Pilbara Lore Practice $3,000 for each boy going through Lore

$2,000 per Pilbara Lore Ground

Funeral Travel $1,200

Funeral Arrangements (IBN funerals) $7,000 per funeral

5. Member Advocacy & Advice:

Financial planning and tax advice Free 2-hour consultation

Initial legal advice Free 2-hour consultation

Further legal costs Contact IBN

6. Employment & Enterprise:

Employment and skills training $1,200

Pilbara Business Support

Business Advice – Many Rivers Referral – no cost

Business Planning $2,000

Business Development $20,000

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General exclusions

Under the Charitable Trust rules, IBN cannot assist with the following expenses:

• Fines, taxes or debt• Payments for religious purposes• Contributions to a political party• Donations to charities that award grants• Rental and hotel bonds• Mortgage payments• Reimbursements.• The transfer or ‘gifting’ of benefits from an IBN member to another

person is not permitted

If a member inadvertently exceeds an annual benefit limit or makes a false claim, the excess amount will be deducted from the benefit limit for the following year. Members are responsible for any misuse or damage to property.


How to apply Step 1Choose the Community Program you need from the Handbook or the IBN website.

Step 2Download and complete the application form.

Make sure you fill in everything and attach the supplier’s invoice or quote and other support documents.

The name and address on the application form must match your details on the IBN database. If you have moved or changed your name, please complete the Update Personal Details form.

If your application relates to a dependent child, make sure the child is registered with us, using the IBN Dependent Child Advice Form.

Step 3Send your completed application form and attached documents to IBN.

Fax: (08) 9140 0996

Email: [email protected]

In person, visit one of our offices in South Hedland, Tom Price or Karratha.

Step 4IBN Members Services team will process your application.

Except where otherwise stated, most Community Programs applications will take up to 10 working days once all the documents are received.

IBN will contact you to let you know the outcome and will pay the supplier. We cannot provide reimbursements.

Step 5Not happy with the outcome? You can Appeal a decision.

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How to appeal a decision

COMMUNITY PROGRAMSApplication for assistance – decision by CP Team

STEP ONECP Team decision appealed – CP Team Leader

STEP TWOReview of appeal – Community and Member Services Manager

STEP THREEReview of appeal – CEO

RESOLVED

Step 1Members who wish to dispute a Community Program decision can appeal in writing by completing the Appeal form. Your appeal will be considered by the Community Programs Team Leader.

If you need help writing your appeal a Community Programs Team Member can help. Contact us on 1800 014 401 or email [email protected]

Post, email, fax or visit one of our offices to submit your appeal. IBN will contact you with a decision.

Step 2If your appeal is not resolved at Step 1, it may be referred to the Community and Member Services (CAMS) Manager.

Step 3If required, the appeal may be referred to the CEO. The member will be advised in writing of the appeal outcome.

Step 4If, after the conclusion of the above process, the member believes the decision did not follow correct procedure, they can make a ‘General Complaint’ to the IBN Board by emailing [email protected] The Board’s decision is final.

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PROGRAM 1:Household Essentials This program assists IBN members and families with essential household bills and other living expenses.

Benefits Up to $3,000 plus up to $1,000 mid-year top up subject to funding availability.

Eligibility All IBN Members. Members who are sharing a household may pool benefits.

AVAILABLE items (including installation and delivery)

1. Child care2. Computers and computing supplies3. Food – including meal replacement food for

weight loss4. Fuel and travel (bus, train, air fares)5. Healthy living – skip bins, pest control,

bottled water, water purifiers and filters, pet expenses, fitness equipment and gym membership

6. Household basics - furniture, appliances, homewares, bedding, camping gear, TVs and sound equipment

7. Home insurance and security8. Home maintenance and improvement (for home

owners) – tools, supplies and trade services, including gardening and pool expenses

9. Household bills – rates and utilities10. Personal items – clothing, shoes, baby items,

mobility aids11. Prepaid funerals12. Rent short and long term (conditions apply)13. Telecoms14. Vehicle costs (excluding purchase)

Items NOT available

• Hire cars• Fines, bankruptcy expenses, taxes or debts• Rental and hotel bonds• Mortgage payments and home deposits• Donations

Conditions

• Members who are sharing a household may pool benefits but may not assign their benefits to a different household.

• The address for delivery of purchased items or household bills must be the registered residential address of the IBN Member applicant (except food and fuel).

• Home maintenance is available only to members who are homeowners. Maintenance on rented properties is the responsibility of the landlord.

• Food and fuel are only available at participating outlets.

• IBN does not pay hotel bonds or damages. Members are responsible for these items and must deal directly with the hotel using their own cash or card.

Supporting documents

• Program application form• Supplier invoices or quotes showing payment details• Lease agreement for rent payments

Application Processing Time

Up to 10 working days once all the documents have been received by IBN.

• Gaming equipment (e.g. Playstation, Xbox)• Foxtel and online subscriptions (e.g. Netflix)• Cigarettes, alcohol and gambling (e.g. Lotto)• Weapons• Recreational vehicles (e.g. quad bikes, boats,

jet skis).

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PROGRAM 2:EducationThis program aims to support IBN families and legal carers with the costs associated with schooling their children.

2.1 Pre-school to Year 12 expensesBenefits Per financial year:• $500 per child for pre-kindy, kindy and pre-primary students• $2,000 per child for primary school students• $3,000 per child for high school students

Eligibility A dependent child listed on the IBN child register. Children who reach the age of 16 may apply for membership of IBN and receive education benefits in their own name.

AVAILABLE items

• School fees – enrolment and tuition• Laptop or iPad/tablet and printers• Computing supplies – computer bags,

software, warranties and repairs, ink cartridges• Textbooks, school bag and general supplies• Uniforms, sports clothing and shoes• School bus Multiriders• School canteen lunch accounts

• Equipment – sporting items, musical instruments

• School photographs• School activities – such as excursions,

camps, Country Week, school balls• Extracurricular/after school activities – such as

fees for after school programs, extra tutoring, sports club, music and swimming lessons

• Bicycles and scooters.

Items NOT available

• Computing devices and printers are not available for pre-kindy, kindy and pre-primary students. • Fuel.

Conditions

• ABSTUDY is NOT a condition of this program, but eligible students are encouraged to apply.• Eligible students must access government Student Travel Subsidies where available.• Parents and legal carers are required to allow IBN to obtain school progress reports.


• Program application form 2.1• Proof of enrolment• Supplier invoices or quotes showing payment details• Other – see application form




2.2 Private High School Scholarships – 2022Benefits Up to $15,000 per student/per school year to attend an Australian private school. Up to 60 scholarships will be awarded for the 2022 school year.

Eligibility

• A dependent child registered with IBN or an IBN member of high school age.• Accepted for enrolment into an Australian private school.

AVAILABLE items

• Enrolment and tuition fees • Boarding fees for a school-based residence or hostel (if these expenses are not covered

by the school).• Travel assistance (conditions apply).• Study expenses:

• Laptop or iPad/tablet, printer. • Computing supplies – computer bags, software, warranties and repairs, ink cartridges.• Textbooks, school bag and general supplies.• Uniforms, sports clothing and shoes.• School bus Multiriders.• School canteen lunch accounts.• Equipment – sporting items, musical instruments• School photographs.• School activities – such as excursions, camps, Country Week, school balls. • Extracurricular/after school activities – such as fees for after school programs, extra tutoring,

sports club, music and swimming lessons.• Bicycles, scooters• Manchester/linen (if not supplied).

Items NOT available

• Private rental.

Conditions

• Scholarship students cannot access Pre-school to Year 12 benefits as well.• ABSTUDY is NOT a condition of this program but eligible students are encouraged to apply. IBN will

assist you with your application. • Eligible students must first access government Student Travel Subsidies where available.• Parents and legal carers are required to allow IBN to obtain school progress reports.• Continued scholarship funding may be subject to satisfactory attendance and academic progress. • IBN must be notified of any change in the student’s situation.




Scholarship applications may take several weeks to process.

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2.3 Public High School Boarding and TravelBenefits Up to $5,000 per financial year.

Eligibility

• A dependent child listed on the IBN child register or an IBN member of high school age.• Students who are boarding at residential public high schools.

AVAILABLE items

• Boarding fees.• Travel assistance (conditions apply).• Public boarding students may access Pre-school to Year 12 program benefits as well.

Items NOT available

• Food• Private rental

Conditions

• ABSTUDY is NOT a condition but eligible students are encouraged to apply. • Eligible students must access government Student Travel Subsidies and other

support where available. • IBN must be notified of any change in the student’s situation.






2.4 Post-Secondary Education – TAFE/VET Benefits Up to $10,000 per financial year.

Eligibility A dependent child or IBN member who is enrolled in an accredited vocational education course at a TAFE or private RTO (Registered Training Organisation) and studying at Certificate 1 to Advanced Diploma level. This includes apprenticeships and traineeships.

AVAILABLE items

• Fees including applicable VET fees.• Study expenses including computers and supplies, books, uniforms, child care fees, etc. • Tools and equipment if not covered by the employer or other sources.• Student residential boarding fees or private rentals through an agent.• Travel assistance (conditions apply).

Items NOT available

• Fees for non-accredited short courses, professional registration and licences. • Historical course fee debts.• Daily food and fuel expenses.• Rental bonds.

Conditions

• ABSTUDY is NOT a condition of this program, but eligible students are encouraged to apply.• Eligible students must access government Student Travel Subsidies where available.• Multi-year funding may be subject to satisfactory attendance and academic progress. • Student withdrawal – IBN may seek a refund of fees already paid to the RTO.





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2.5 Post-Secondary Education – University (degree and above)

Benefits Up to $10,000 per financial year. Students enrolled in 2021 may access the new benefits from 1st July 2021.

Eligibility A dependent child or IBN member who is enrolled in an accredited qualification at undergraduate degree level or above and delivered by an Australian University or College within Australia.

AVAILABLE items

• HECS/course fees per unit of study, up to 50% paid upfront on enrolment and the balance paid on unit completion.

• Study expenses – including computers and supplies, books, uniforms, child care fees, etc. • Tools and equipment.• Student residential boarding fees or private rentals through an agent.• Travel assistance (conditions apply).

Items NOT available

• Fees for non-accredited short courses, professional registration and licences. • Historical course fee debts.• Daily food and fuel expenses.• Rental bonds.

Conditions

• ABSTUDY is NOT a condition of this program but eligible students are encouraged to apply.• Eligible students must access government Student Travel Subsidies where available.• Multi-year funding may be subject to satisfactory attendance and academic progress. • Student withdrawal – IBN will seek a refund of HECS/course fees already paid to the University.


• Program application form• Proof of enrolment• Supplier invoices or quotes showing payment details• Other – see application form 2.5




PROGRAM 3:Health and Wellbeing

3.1 General HealthBenefits Up to $10,000 per financial year.

Eligibility IBN members. Medical costs for dependent children are included in the annual limit.

AVAILABLE items

• Medical, allied health (physiotherapy, osteopathy, psychology etc) and specialist fees. • Medical and health expenses prescribed by a doctor.• Mobility aids*.• Pharmacy items (prescriptions only). • Ambulance and private health insurance (including family cover).• Ambulance transport.

Items NOT available

• Cosmetic treatment and items.• Weight loss/meal replacement programs (available in Household Essentials).• Non-prescription glasses.• Travel costs – see 3.3 Medical and Dental Travel.• Medical costs incurred outside Australia.

Conditions

• Members are required to provide their Medicare Number and private health insurance details.• Prescription only medications.• Where applicable, members must apply for Medicare, PBS, private health or travel insurance,

or other support. IBN will pay the gap.• *Requests for large mobility aids may be referred to the IBN Service Delivery team for assistance.• PLEASE NOTE: Assistance with Meals on Wheels (formerly HACC meals) is now available from the

IBN Service Delivery team.


• Program application form 3.1• Private insurance documents• Supplier invoices or quotes showing payment details• Other – see application form



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3.2 Dental HealthBenefits Up to $10,000 per financial year.

Eligibility IBN members. Dental costs for dependent children are included in the annual limit.

AVAILABLE items

• Dental expenses.

Items NOT available

• Cosmetic treatment and items unless prescribed by a dentist for health reasons.• Travel costs – see 3.3 Medical and Dental Travel.

Conditions

• Application forms must be lodged at least 5 days prior to the appointment date.• Members are required to provide their Medicare Number and private insurance details.• Where applicable, members must apply for Medicare, PBS, private health or travel insurance,

or other support. IBN will pay the gap.• Children must access school dental checks where available.• A course of dental treatment will need a dental plan and itemised quote approved by

IBN in advance.• Dental plans that are not completed in a financial year cannot be rolled over.


• Program application form 3.2• Private insurance documents• Supplier invoices or quotes showing payment details• Other – see application form




3.3 Medical and Dental TravelBenefits Up to $5,000 per financial year.

Eligibility

• An IBN Member patient travelling away from home for prescribed medical or dental care.• An IBN Member acting as travel escort or as patient supporter for an ill or injured child or family

member (including kinship relations).• A travel escort or patient supporter for an ill or injured IBN Member. A family group may include

children within the annual limit.

AVAILABLE items

• Domestic airfares.• Bus fares.• Car travel (fuel and food voucher/card). • Taxi vouchers.• Accommodation, meals and incidentals for up to 7 days.

Items NOT available

• International travel.• Hotel bonds and any damage caused by the member. Members are responsible for these items

and must deal directly with the hotel using their own cash or card.• Weight loss programs.

Conditions

• Members are required to provide their Medicare Number.• All travel and accommodation claims, including for travel escorts and patient supporters, require

referral by a registered doctor or dentist or other evidence.• Members MUST apply for PATS and other support (Medicare, private health or insurance etc) and

show evidence if they are not eligible. IBN will pay the gap.• Fuel costs are at ATO rates.• Extensions beyond 7 nights will require confirmation from an appropriate health professional.


• Program application form 3.3• Medical or dental referral and appointment • PATS documents• Private insurance documents• Supplier invoices or quotes showing payment details


Except in emergencies, 10 working days once all the documents have been received by IBN.

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3.4 Home Renovations for Elderly or DisabledBenefits

• Up to $10,000 one-off amount for home renovations and accessibility modifications.

Eligibility

• IBN members with a disability• IBN members who are elderly (aged 60 and over)• Home owners only

AVAILABLE items

• Home renovations, improvements and accessibility modifications.

Items NOT Available

• Meals on Wheels (formerly HACC meals)• Mobility aidsNote: Please contact IBN Service Delivery regarding these items.

Conditions

• IBN funding will supplement any available government support, such as National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and government Aged Care Program.


• Program application form 3.4• Supplier invoices or quotes showing payment details• Other – see application form




PROGRAM 4:Cultural SupportIBN knows that keeping culture strong is vital and we support the IBN community to attend and participate in Lore practice.

4.1 Pilbara Lore Practice Benefits • Up to $3,000 for each IBN boy going through Lore in the Pilbara.• Up to $2,000 per year for each Pilbara Lore Ground.

Eligibility

• IBN boys who are members or dependent children and going through Lore in the Pilbara. For boys under-16, applications should come from the responsible parent.

• Elders responsible for each Pilbara Lore Ground.

AVAILABLE items

IBN Boys:• food • fuel• camping equipment

IBN Lore Ground Elders:• fuel only

Items NOT available

• Loss of earnings or attendance fees.• Vehicle repairs and tyres – these are available in Program 1. Household Essentials.• Recording equipment or cultural recording fees.

Conditions

• Applications for IBN boys under 16 must be made by the responsible parent. • Lore Ground applications must be made by the responsible IBN Elder. • Applications must be approved by the IBN Cultural Support Officer.





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4.2 Funeral TravelIBN recognises the cultural importance of funerals to the IBN community and provides support for IBN members to attend funerals.

Benefits Up to $1,200 per financial year.

Eligibility IBN Members and family.

AVAILABLE items

• Airfares or bus fares.• Car travel – fuel and food vouchers or cards (up to $350 per application).• Accommodation.

Items NOT available

• Clothing.• Taxis.• Tyres, vehicle repairs and maintenance.• Car registration and driver’s licence.• Hotel bonds or damages. Members are responsible for these items and must deal directly with the

hotel using their own cash or card.

Conditions

• Funerals attended may be for IBN members or non-family members. • The member making the application must sign the form.• Within the annual benefit limit, there is no restriction on the number of funerals attended.• Fuel is calculated at ATO rates.






4.3 Funeral ArrangementsIBN recognises the cultural importance of funerals to the IBN community and contributes towards the cost of arranging funerals for deceased IBN Community Members.

Benefits Up to $7,000 per funeral.

Eligibility Funerals of deceased IBN members or their dependent children.

AVAILABLE items

• Funeral costs – paid to the funeral director.

Items NOT available

• Tyres, vehicle repairs and maintenance, registration and driver’s licence.• Taxis and other travel costs.• Clothing and blankets.

Conditions

• IBN will liaise only with the funeral director approved by the family. • Benefits will be paid from the deceased IBN member’s account, or the IBN parent’s account for a

child’s funeral.


• Program application form 4.3• Funeral director invoice or quote showing payment details• Other – see application form



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PROGRAM 5: Member Advocacy and AdviceBenefits See below.

Eligibility IBN Members.

AVAILABLE items

5.1 Financial and legal advice fees • Financial planning and tax advice – one free two-hour consultation per year.• Initial legal advice, including wills and estate planning – one free two-hour consultation

per year.

5.2 Further approved legal costs • This program is suspended for one year to allow review and update of the IBN Policy on

Funding for Legal Fees and Disbursements.

Items NOT available

• Fines, bankruptcy expenses, taxes and debts.

Conditions

• IBN approval must be obtained before attending a legal appointment. • Further approved legal costs are governed by IBN Policy on Funding for Legal Fees and

Disbursements (2017 revised)– special conditions and exclusions apply. Contact IBN for details. • IBN may refer members to the Pilbara Community Legal Service, Aboriginal Legal Service or

other agency.


• Program application form 5• Supplier invoices or quotes showing payment details• Other – see application form



PROGRAM 6: Employment and Enterprise

6.1 Employment and Skills TrainingBenefits

Up to $1,200 per financial year for expenses that will improve work skills or job prospects.

Eligibility

Employed and unemployed IBN Members, including dependent children under 18 years of age.

AVAILABLE items

• PPE – Personal Protective Equipment (where not supplied by the employer).• Short courses and work tickets – such as First Aid, Safety, Working at Heights,

Working in Confined Spaces, Responsibie Service of Alcohol (RSA).• Vehicle driver training and testing.• Child care fees and taxi fares to allow members to attend approved training.

Items NOT available

Accredited course fees are available under the Education Program.

Conditions

• Services must be from an Australian approved training provider.• Unemployed members are encouraged to attend job training with a job services provider (eg.

Bloodwood Tree, Ashburton etc).






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6.2 Pilbara Business SupportThis program provides for business advice and planning as well as business development support for Pilbara-based enterprises.

Benefits

Business Advice – Free advice from Many Rivers. This is NOT compulsory.

Business Planning – Up to $2,000 for business planning services.

Business Development – (conditions apply)• Up to $20,000 for Pilbara-based startups, business purchase or development of an

established business. • Up to $10,000 for a second application from the same member or business.

Eligibility

• Business Development support – IBN Members who wish to establish, acquire, develop or expand a Pilbara-based business or social enterprise.

• One application PER BUSINESS – NO POOLING.• Businesses must be ABN-registered with charitable aims or a focus on community benefits

including employment and training.• To comply with fiduciary duties requirements, current IBN Board Directors are not eligible for

Business Planning or Business Development support.

AVAILABLE items

Business Planning Support• Legal advice• Market research, feasibility or scoping studies• Business or marketing plans• Initial startup costs such as computing

equipment• Other relevant costs

Business Development Support• Business purchase costs• Initial business insurance• Tools and equipment• Business vehicles• Renovation or expansion costs• Other costs directly related to the purchase or

development of the business

Items NOT available General business operating costs, such as rent, utility bills and wages.

Conditions

• One application PER BUSINESS – NO POOLING.• Extra conditions apply for Business Development applicants.




• Business planning applications – up to 10 working days once all documents have been received by IBN.

• Business development applications may take several weeks.

The Household Essentials program provides up to $3,000 per financial year to spend on a range of essential household expenses. A mid-year top up amount up to $1,000 may be made upon reviewing funding availability. Members who are sharing a household may pool benefits.

Applicant details

IBN Member’s name

Date of Birth Your gender

/ / Male Female

Language Group Yinhawangka Banyjima Nyiyaparli

Registered home address

Postcode

Phone Email address

Have your personal details changed? No Yes (If yes, please complete an ‘Update personal details’ form and attach it to your application.)

Please tick box to select items.

Child care

Computers and computing supplies

Food

Fuel and travel (bus, train, air fares)

Healthy living

Household basics

Home insurance and security

Home maintenance and improvement (for home owners)

Household bills

Personal items

Prepaid funerals

Rent

Telecoms

Vehicles (cars, trailers, bicycles)

COMMUNITY PROGRAM 1:

HOUSEHOLD ESSENTIALS

IBN Charitable Foundation 2021-22 Application Form 1

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Items for purchase (NO CASH PAYMENTS)

For details on what expenses IBN will cover, please see the IBN 2021-22 Community Programs Handbook, or the IBN website: www.ibngroup.com.au

Description of item (what is the money for?) Name of supplier (who is being paid?) Amount

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$

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TOTAL $ Comments

Required Documents (please attach)

Original supplier quotes or invoices showing payment details

IBN ‘Update Personal Details’ form (if required)

The address shown on the attached documents must match the Member’s IBN-registered home address. If the document is not in your name, please check the following box:

I am requesting IBN to make a payment for goods or services that are not in my name. However, I confirm that the expenses are for my own household and that these items will benefit me.

Declaration

I declare that the information I have provided in this form is true and correct. I agree that IBN may share my information with other organisations for application assessment purposes.

Signature Date

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Office use only

Date received / / CP# Received by

IBN Corporation Pty Ltd | ACN 093 140 240

Need help? Contact: (08) 9140 0900Freecall: 1800 014 401

Return this application to:Email to: [email protected]: PO Box 2390, South Hedland, WA 6722Fax: 08 9140 0996In person: 3 Brand Street, South Hedland

973 Central Road, Tom Price Unit 3, 4 Welcome Road, Karratha

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EDUCATION PROGRAM 2.1 PRE-SCHOOL TO YEAR 12Please complete ONE application form per student.

This program provides for education expenses per financial year of up to:

$500 per child for pre-kindy, kindy and pre-primary students

$2,000 per child for primary school students

$3,000 per child for high school students.

All Dependent Children must be registered with IBN using the Dependent Child Advice Form, and only the parent or legal carer of a dependent child may apply for education benefits for the child.

Applicant details

IBN member or legal carer’s name

Date of Birth / / Gender Male Female

Language Group

Yinhawangka Banyjima Nyiyaparli Non-IBN legal carer

Student’s name


Current home address

Postcode

Phone Email address


What year is the child enrolled in?

Name of School

Location of school

Is the student eligible for ABSTUDY? No Yes (If yes, please provide relevant documents)

IBN Charitable Foundation 2021-22 Application Form 2.1

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$

$

$

$

TOTAL $ Comments


Proof of enrolment

Evidence of ABSTUDY entitlement (if eligible)

Other scholarship details

Original supplier quotes/invoices for listed items

IBN Dependent Child Advice Form (if required)

IBN Update Personal Details form (if required)

Declaration

I declare that the information in this form is true and correct.

I agree that IBN:

• may share my information with other organisations to assist in application assessment, and

• may contact the school to obtain the child’s attendance records and reports to assist IBN to monitor progress and provide additional assistance where necessary.

Signature Date

/ /

Office use only







EDUCATION PROGRAM 2.2 PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS 2022Please complete ONE application form per student.

This program provides up to $15,000 per student for the 2022 school year for fees, boarding, travel and educational expenses to attend an Australian private school.

All Dependent Children must be registered with IBN using the Dependent Child Advice Form.

Only the parent or legal carer of a dependent child may apply for education benefits to assist the child.

Applicant details

Parent or carer’s name


Language Group: Yinhawangka Banyjima Nyiyaparli Non-IBN legal carer

Student’s name


Current address Home Address Temporary Address (student’s studying)

Postcode

Phone Email address


What year is the student enrolled in?

Name of school

Location of school

Is the student eligible for ABSTUDY? No Yes (if yes please attach details)

Does the student receive a scholarship from another organisation?

No Yes (if yes which one?)

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Items for purchase (CASH PAYMENTS)



$

$

$

$

TOTAL $ Comments


Proof of enrolment



Student travel subsidy form (DOT)


Latest school report (if seeking continuing benefits)



Declaration


I agree that IBN:

• may share my information with other organisations for application assessment purposes, and

• may contact the school to obtain attendance records and reports for the child to assist IBN to monitor progress and provide additional assistance where necessary.

Signature Date

/ /

Office use only







EDUCATION PROGRAM 2.3 PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL BOARDING & TRAVEL Please complete ONE application form per student.

This program provides up to $5,000 per student / per financial year for public school boarding fees and travel expenses.

For general education expenses please complete Pre-school–Year 12 Expenses form 2.1

All Dependent Children must be registered with IBN using the Dependent Child Advice Form and only the parent or legal carer of a dependent child may apply for education benefits to assist the child.

Applicant details

Parent or legal carer’s name



Student’s name



Postcode

Phone Email address


What year is the child enrolled in?

Name of School

Location of school

Is the student eligible for ABSTUDY? No Yes (if yes – ABSTUDY will fully cover the boarding fees)

Does the student receive a scholarship from another organisation? No Yes (if yes which one?)

Name of Scholarship

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$

$

$

$

TOTAL $ Comments


Proof of enrolment



Student Travel Subsidy Form (DoT)

Original supplier quotes or invoices for listed items

Where required:

IBN Dependent Child Advice Form

IBN Update Personal Details form

Declaration


I agree that

• IBN may share my information with other organisations for application assessment purposes.

• I agree that IBN may contact the school to obtain attendance records and reports for the child to assist IBN to monitor progress and provide additional assistance where necessary.

Signature Date

/ /

Office use only







EDUCATION PROGRAM 2.4 & 2.5 POST-SECONDARY EDUCATIONPlease complete ONE application form per student at enrolment each academic year or semester.

This program provides up to $10,000 per student/per financial year for post-secondary education expenses, including boarding & travel, and tuition fees – including VET and HECS fees.

Applicant details

Parent or carer’s name (if relevant)


Language Group: Yinhawangka Banyjima Nyiyaparli

Student’s name


Current address Home Address Temporary Address (student’s studying)

Postcode Phone Email address


Name of qualification

Year of study (for multi-year qualifications)

Name of College or University

Location

Is the student eligible for ABSTUDY? No Yes

Does the student receive a scholarship from another organisation? No Yes (if yes which one?)

Name of Scholarship



Course fees: 2.4 VET and other student fees 2.5 University – HECS/course fees: Up to 50% of unit fee on enrolment, and the balance may be

claimed on completion of the unit (within the annual cap).

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IBN Charitable Foundation 2021-22 Application Form 2.4 & 2.5

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Amount of fee toList enrolled units Payment details Total Fee be paid by IBN

$ $

$ $

$ $

$ $

TOTAL $

Description of other expense items Supplier Amount

$

$

$

$

TOTAL $ Comments


Proof of enrolment

University course fees – evidence of unit completion



Student Travel Subsidy Form (DoT)


Academic progress report (for multi-year requests)



Declaration


I agree that IBN may share my information with other organisations for application assessment purposes.

Signature Date

/ /

Office use only







HEALTH AND WELLBEING 3.1 GENERAL HEALTH & 3.2 DENTAL HEALTHThese programs provide support for members and dependent children for a range of medical or dental expenses as prescribed by a doctor or dentist.

Which program are you applying for?

General Health

Dental Health

All Dependent Children must be registered with IBN using the Dependent Child Advice Form and only the parent or legal carer of a dependent child may apply for benefits to assist the child.

Applicant details

IBN member or legal carer’s name

Date of Birth Gender

/ / Male Female


Patient’s Name

Date of Birth Gender

/ / Male Female


Postcode

Phone Email address


Patient’s Medicare Number

Name of private health fund

Private health fund number

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IBN Charitable Foundation 2021-22 Application Form 3.1 & 3.2

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Description of item Supplier Amount

$

$

$

$

TOTAL $ Comments


Copy of Medicare card

Doctor’s certificate, prescription or referral

Dental treatment plan from a registered dentist

Copy of private health, ambulance cover or travel insurance

Supplier quotes or invoices including payment details



Declaration

I declare that:

• the information I have provided in this form is true and correct.

• the benefits are for my own use or for my own child or a dependent child who is legally in my care.


Signature Date

/ /

Office use only







HEALTH AND WELLBEING 3.3 MEDICAL and DENTAL TRAVEL

Applications for travel are required no later than four days prior to travel

This program provides up to $5,000 per financial year (including dependent children) for medical or dental travel expenses, if not available through PATS or other providers.

All Dependent Children must be registered with IBN using the Dependent Child Advice Form and only the parent or legal carer of a dependent child may apply for benefits to assist the child.

Applicant details

Applicant Name (Member or legal carer)



Patient’s name



Postcode

Phone Email address

Have your personal details changed? No

Yes (If yes, please complete an ‘Update personal details’ form and attach it to your application.)

Patient’s Medicare Number

Name of private health fund

Private health fund number What is the reason for the travel?

Have you applied to PATS or other sources for assistance? Yes No

If yes – what amount was approved?

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$

$

$

$

TOTAL $ Comments

Food and fuel – please tick your preferred payment method

Food voucher Food card Fuel voucher Fuel card


Doctor’s or dentist’s referral

Confirmation of the medical or dental appointment

Copy of private health, ambulance cover or travel insurance

Evidence that PATS or other source was sought and how much was approved


Where relevant



Declaration

I declare that the information I have provided in this form is true and correct. and the benefits are for my own use or for my own child or a dependent child who is legally in my care.


Signature Date

/ /

Office use only







HEALTH AND WELLBEING 3.4 HOME RENOVATIONS FOR ELDERLY & DISABLED This program provides one-off assistance of up to $10,000 to IBN members who are disabled or elderly (60 years or over) for home improvements and modifications.

Applicant details

Name




Postcode

Phone Email address


What is the reason for the request?

Have you applied to NDIS or government Aged Care for assistance? Yes NoItems for purchase

If yes – what amount was approved?


For details on what expenses IBN will cover, please see the IBN 2021-22 Community Programs Handbook, or the IBN website www.ibngroup.com.au


$

$

$

$

$

$

TOTAL $ Comments

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2 of 2


IBN Update Personal Details form

Copy of private health insurance (if applicable)


Proof of home ownershipWhere relevant:

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) or Commonwealth Aged Care Programs (Department of Health) documents

Declaration

I declare that the information I have provided in this form is true and correct, the benefits requested are for my own use.


Signature Date

/ /

Approved by the IBN Service Delivery Team Leader

Signature Date

/ /

Office use only







CULTURAL SUPPORT 4.1 PILBARA LORE PRACTICEThis program provides up to $3,000 for each IBN boy going through Lore in the Pilbara, and up to $2,000 for each Pilbara Lore Ground.

Applicant details

Name


Name of boy attending Lore Practice (if relevant)



Postcode

Phone Email address


I am applying:

For support to attend Lore Practice (IBN boy)

For Pilbara Lore ground support – Fuel only (responsible IBN Elder)

Dates

Pilbara Lore Ground




$

$

$

$

TOTAL $

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Comments

Food and fuel up to $350 per application – please tick your preferred payment method




IBN ‘Update Personal Details’ form (if required).

Declaration

I declare that the information I have provided in this form is true and correct and the benefits requested are for my own use.


Signature Date

/ /

Cultural recording fee applications must be approved by an IBN Cultural Support officer.

Signature Date

/ /

Office use only






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Applicant details

Name




Postcode

Phone Email address


Date of funeral

Location of funeral

Name of deceased person




$

$

$

$

TOTAL $ Comments


CULTURAL SUPPORT 4.2 FUNERAL TRAVEL This program provides up to $1,200 per financial year for IBN members to attend funerals.

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Food and fuel up to $350 per application - please tick your preferred payment method



Funeral notice


Declaration

I declare that the information in this form is true and correct, and the benefits requested are for my own use.


Signature Date

/ /

Office use only






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Applicant details

Deceased Member’s Name



Funeral home name and address

Postcode

Phone Email address

Date of funeral

Location of funeral




$

$

$

$

TOTAL $ Comments


CULTURAL SUPPORT 4.3 FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS This program provides up $7,000 to assist with funeral arranging expenses for an IBN Member’s funeral.

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Funeral director’s invoice or quote showing payment details

Evidence of other sources of funding (if relevant)

Declaration



Signature Date

/ /

Office use only






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MEMBER ADVOCACY AND ADVICE5.1 FINANCIAL AND LEGAL ADVICE FEES These programs provide payment of fees for a two-hour consultation from a professional financial planner or tax accountant, or legal advisor.

Applicant details

Name




Postcode

Phone Email address


5.1 Professional Advice

I am applying for a two-hour consultation for:

Professional financial planning or tax advice Professional legal advice

Name of financial or legal advisor

Name of financial or legal firm

Phone number

Address

Email




$

$

$

$

TOTAL $

1 of 2


Comments




Declaration

I declare that the information I have provided in this form is true and correct and the benefits requested are for my own use.


Signature Date

/ /

Name

Signature Date

/ /

Office use only






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EMPLOYMENT & ENTERPRISE6.1 EMPLOYMENT & SKILLS TRAININGThis program provides up to $1,200 per financial year for expenses that will improve the work skills or job prospects of the member or dependent child.

Applicant details

Name




Postcode

Phone Email address


Are you applying on behalf of a Dependent Child? No Yes

If yes, what is the child’s name?

I am applying for

PPE – Personal Protective Equipment

Short course or work ticket

Please specify:

Vehicle driver training or testing fees

Child care fees to attend approved training

Other

Please specify:

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$

$

$

$

TOTAL $ Comments



Training enrolment form

IBN ‘Update Personal Details’ form (if required)

Declaration

I declare that the information I have provided in this form is true and correct, and the benefits requested are for my own use.


Signature Date

/ /

Office use only







EMPLOYMENT & ENTERPRISE6.2 PILBARA BUSINESS SUPPORTThis program provides for business advice for all members, as well as business planning and development expenses for Pilbara-based enterprises.

Applicant details

Name



Business Name

ABN Number


Postcode

Phone Email address


I am applying for

Business Advice through Many Rivers (free service for all member) Business Planning Support – up to $2,000 per financial year Business Development Support (Pilbara-based business)– first application Business Development Support (Pilbara-based business)– second application

Note: One application per business and no pooling is allowedItems for purchase (NO

Items for purchase (CASH PAYMENTS)



$

$

$

$

TOTAL $

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Comments

Business Development Applications

What is the nature of your business?

Does your business have charitable aims or community benefits? No Yes (If yes, please explain)

Do you have a Business Plan? No Yes

Why are you applying for IBN Business Development support?




Business Development Support:

Business Plan prepared by a qualified business consultant

Business bank account statements

Evidence of bookkeeping or accounting arrangements

Customer contracts or letters of support Proof of ABN / ACN registration

Declaration



Signature Date

/ /

Office use only






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CONTACT USIBN SOUTH HEDLAND HEAD OFFICE

Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm FREE CALL 1800 014 401 Call 08 9140 0900 Fax 08 9140 0996 After hours emergencies 0418 954 806 Email: [email protected] Community Program applications email: [email protected] Membership enquiries email: [email protected]

3 Brand Street, South Hedland, Western Australia, 6722 Postal address: PO Box 2390, South Hedland, Western Australia, 6722

IBN TOM PRICE OFFICE

Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm, closed 12.30 – 1pm Call 08 9189 3706 Fax 08 9189 3717 Email: [email protected]

Shop 1, 973 Central Road, Tom Price, Western Australia, 6751 Postal address: PO Box 592, Tom Price, Western Australia, 6751

IBN KARRATHA OFFICE

Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm, closed 12.30 – 1pm Call 08 9185 1499 Fax 08 9144 2521 Email: [email protected]

Unit 3/4 Welcome Road, Karratha, Western Australia, 6714 Postal address: PO Box 1840, Karratha, Western Australia, 6714

IBN NURSE – Tom Price

Call 08 9188 0500 or 0497 709 366 Email: [email protected]

Nintirri Centre, Central Road, Tom Price



