About us
The Aboriginal Advisory Council of Western Australia (AACWA or the Council) is established under section 18(1) of the Aboriginal Affairs Planning Authority Act 1972 to advise the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and the State Government on policy matters affecting the lives of Aboriginal people and communities.
History of Council
- In July 2017 under machinery of government changes, the Secretariat function was transferred to the Department of the Premier and Cabinet.
- Originally known as the Western Australian Aboriginal Advisory Council (WAAAC), the Council was renamed in August 2018 to the Aboriginal Advisory Council of Western Australia (AACWA).
- On 22 October 2019, the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs announced appointments to the refreshed Aboriginal Advisory Council of Western Australia (AACWA). Read more in the Appointments to the refreshed Aboriginal Advisory Council announced Media Statement.
- In February 2020, AACWA worked with Darryl Belotti who developed their new logo and branding (see below for the meaning behind the logo).
- On 22 August 2024, the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs announced the appointments of nine new members and re-appointment of two existing members to the Aboriginal Advisory Council.
- On 25 August 2025, the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs extended the appointments of seven members for a further two years.
- On 1 December 2025, the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs appointed six new members to the Council following a competitive Expression of Interest process.
Meaning behind our logo
Designed by Darryl Bellotti, our logo represents each Council member coming together, gathering at a shared central meeting place. Each representative is connected to its centre through pathways that highlight their individual journeys and experiences. The surrounding circle symbolises the interconnectedness of all communities, reflecting how they are bound by family, story, song, language, culture, and shared experiences.
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