Self Determination

Many Australians buy or build their own homes or are planning and saving to do so. But for most Aboriginal people who live on Aboriginal land this has not been possible. "Tiwi people are for the first time in a position to own their own home, realising the 'great Australian dream' that the rest of Australia takes for granted." Walter Kerinaiua, Mantiyupwi elder and grandfather of township leasing, 2007

OTL's engagement principles set out the guidelines for a mutually beneficial long term relationship between a prospective land developer and traditional owners. They are based on the free, prior and informed consent and expect open and transparent communications and negotiations from all parties.