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Whether you’re an Aboriginal business owner looking to increase your visibility, or a buyer wanting to support First Nations enterprise, getting listed in — or searching — an Aboriginal business directory is a great place to start. Here are the top 10 directories available in Australia right now, including free and paid options.
1. Aboriginal Business Directory — aboriginalbusinessdirectory.au
🌐 aboriginalbusinessdirectory.au
📍 Australia-wide
💰 Free listing available | Paid options from $15/year
The Aboriginal Business Directory is one of Australia’s most accessible and affordable directories for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses. With paid listings starting at just $15 per year, it offers outstanding value for any business wanting greater visibility nationwide.
Who can list? Businesses must meet one of two criteria:
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- Be a majority Aboriginal-owned business, company, or organisation, OR
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- Be a service provider offering services specifically for the Aboriginal community (e.g. Aboriginal health services, legal services, housing support).
What sets this directory apart is its nationwide reach — it covers all of Australia, not just a single state or territory. Whether you’re based in Darwin, Dubbo, or Daisy Hill, you’re eligible to list. The free tier makes it easy to get started, while the affordable paid plans give you enhanced visibility to help your business get found faster.
✅ Best for: Small businesses, sole traders, and community organisations wanting a low-cost, high-reach listing across all of Australia.
2. First Nations Business Directory — firstnationsbusinessdirectory.au
🌐 firstnationsbusinessdirectory.au
📍 Australia-wide
💰 Free listing available | Paid options from $29/year
The First Nations Business Directory is a dedicated Australia-wide platform built specifically to promote and support First Nations businesses across the country. With a clean, searchable interface and a thorough approval process, it’s a trusted resource for buyers and community members looking to support Indigenous enterprise.
Who can list? Businesses must meet one of two criteria:
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- Be a majority Aboriginal-owned business, company, or organisation, OR
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- Be a service provider offering services specifically for the Aboriginal community (e.g. Aboriginal health services, employment services, community support).
Paid plans start at just $29 per year — highly affordable — and offer enhanced listing features to help your business stand out in search results. Covering all of Australia, it’s a valuable asset for businesses that operate across multiple states or online.
✅ Best for: Businesses wanting a professionally presented, verified listing with nationwide reach at a very reasonable price.
3. Supply Nation — Indigenous Business Direct
🌐 supplynation.org.au
📍 Australia-wide
💰 Free to list for Indigenous businesses
Supply Nation is one of Australia’s most established Indigenous business directories, operating the Indigenous Business Direct platform. It connects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses with corporate, government, and not-for-profit procurement teams — making it particularly powerful if you’re looking to secure government contracts or enter corporate supply chains.
Listing on Indigenous Business Direct is free for Indigenous businesses, though Supply Nation has a verification process to confirm genuine Indigenous ownership (at least 50% Indigenous ownership is required). The platform is frequently the first port of call for government procurement officers searching for First Nations suppliers under Australia’s Indigenous Procurement Policy.
✅ Best for: Businesses targeting government and corporate procurement opportunities at a national level.
4. Australian Government — Indigenous Business Suppliers (DFAT)
🌐 dfat.gov.au — Indigenous Business Suppliers
📍 Australia-wide
💰 Government-managed (no direct listing fee)
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) maintains a curated showcase of Indigenous business suppliers on its website. While it doesn’t function as a self-service directory, it provides strong credibility and exposure to government buyers, particularly at the federal level. Being featured here is a valuable complement to your other directory listings and signals to government agencies that your business is active and procurement-ready.
✅ Best for: Established businesses seeking credibility and visibility with federal government agencies.
5. First Nations Directory — firstnationsdirectory.com
🌐 firstnationsdirectory.com
📍 Australia-wide
💰 Free and paid options | Paid from $49/month
First Nations Directory is another Australia-wide listing platform for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses. It offers both free and paid listing tiers, with paid options starting at $49 per month for businesses wanting premium visibility and enhanced features.
At a higher price point than some other directories on this list, it is best suited to businesses with an established marketing budget looking to invest in greater exposure across the country.
✅ Best for: Established businesses willing to invest in a premium Australia-wide directory presence.
6. Black Business Finder (BBF)
🌐 bbf.org.au
📍 Queensland
💰 Free basic listing | Paid options available for enhanced visibility
The Black Business Finder (BBF) is Queensland’s dedicated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business directory, commissioned by the Queensland Government and built by ICN Queensland and the Queensland Manufacturing Institute. It is integrated with the national ICN Gateway platform, giving listed businesses exposure to a wide network of project owners and buyers across the country.
Creating a publicly searchable profile on BBF is free, with optional paid subscriptions available for businesses wanting enhanced visibility and connection to the national Gateway database. To be listed, businesses must be Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander owned, or a qualifying joint venture with a majority Indigenous business, and must have a physical base in Queensland.
✅ Best for: Queensland-based Aboriginal businesses looking to connect with local and national procurement opportunities.
7. Aboriginal Business Directory WA (ABDWA)
🌐 abdwa.icn.org.au
📍 Western Australia only
💰 Free to register
The Aboriginal Business Directory WA is the go-to directory for Aboriginal businesses operating in Western Australia, managed by the Industry Capability Network WA (ICN WA) and the Chamber of Commerce WA. It connects government agencies, project owners, and industry with verified Aboriginal suppliers across a wide range of sectors.
Registration is free for eligible Aboriginal-owned businesses in WA, and the directory is used directly by State Government agencies as part of the WA Procurement Rules and Aboriginal Procurement Policy. Please note: ABDWA covers Western Australia only and is not a national directory.
✅ Best for: WA-based businesses focused on local procurement and state government contracting opportunities.
8. Northern Territory Indigenous Business Network (NTIBN)
🌐 ntibn.com.au
📍 Northern Territory (primary focus)
💰 Included with NTIBN membership | Buyer subscriptions from $800–$1,000/year
The Blak Business Directory is the NT Indigenous Business Network’s (NTIBN) online platform designed to promote and elevate NT Aboriginal businesses. It provides an interactive space for businesses to build and maintain profiles, showcase capabilities, and connect directly with procurement teams and project owners.
The directory is available to NTIBN-certified Aboriginal members as part of their membership. NTIBN is recognised as the peak certifying authority for Aboriginal businesses in the Northern Territory, and listing through this network is a strong signal of credibility for businesses in the region.
✅ Best for: NT-based Aboriginal businesses seeking to connect with local government, industry buyers, and procurement opportunities in the Territory.
9. NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce (NSWICC) — Business Directory
🌐 nswicc.com.au
📍 New South Wales
💰 Included with NSWICC membership
The NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce (NSWICC) is the peak body for Aboriginal business in New South Wales and operates a business directory accessible to members. The NSWICC supports Aboriginal entrepreneurs, business owners, and enterprises across NSW and has been instrumental in connecting Indigenous businesses with government and corporate procurement opportunities since 2006.
Listing is available through NSWICC membership, which comes with a range of additional benefits including business coaching, networking events, procurement support, and advocacy. For NSW-based businesses, this is a valuable community to be part of.
✅ Best for: NSW-based Aboriginal businesses wanting to tap into a well-connected chamber network with strong government and corporate relationships.
10. Kinaway Chamber of Commerce — Business Directory
🌐 kinaway.com.au
📍 Victoria
💰 Included with Kinaway membership
Kinaway is the Victorian Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce and Industry — the peak body representing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses in Victoria. Kinaway operates a business directory for its members, connecting Aboriginal businesses with buyers, government agencies, and the broader Victorian business community.
In addition to the directory listing, Kinaway membership offers access to networking events, procurement opportunities, business development programs, and advocacy support — making it more than just a listing, but a genuine business community.
✅ Best for: Victorian Aboriginal businesses wanting to grow through a respected Chamber of Commerce network with strong local connections.
Know of another directory that should be on this list? Get in touch — we’d love to hear about it.
