Tivan is deeply committed to advancing progressive and inclusive principles when it comes to engaging with Traditional Owners, going beyond the standard of Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC).

Our approach is centred on inclusion, active participation, and shared risk, fostering an environment where lasting and meaningful partnerships can thrive.

As the critical minerals sector evolves, it is vital to learn from past shortcomings in the resource industry and ensure the full, holistic inclusion of First Nations peoples at every stage of development. Tivan’s commitment to working with Traditional Owners is a company-wide priority, reflected in our strategic initiatives across the East Kimberley and central Australia. Our agreements with the Kimberley Land Council, Central Land Council, and Larrakia Energy embody these principles, with a shared vision for driving the renewable energy transition across northern Australia.

Tivan Traditional Owners Process

Tivan’s First Nations Framework

Agreements with Traditional Owners and Native Title Holders:

Tivan is committed to the genuine inclusion of Traditional Owners and Native Title Holders in our project development pathways, and to fostering durable alignment across our project life-cycles.  Reflecting this, Tivan has entered into various agreements over the past two years, that advance best practices on country, including:

  • October 2023: Letter of Intent with Larrakia Energy, majority-owned JV of Larrakia Development Corporation

  • December 2023: Heritage Protection Agreement with the Kimberley Land Council on behalf of Nganjuwarr Native Title Holders

  • February 2024: Heritage Protection Agreement with the Kimberley Land Council on behalf of Yurriyangem Taam PBC

  • May 2024: Heads of Agreement with Glen Hill Pastoral Aboriginal Corporation

  • November 2024: Mineral Exploration Deed with Central Land Council at Sandover (Dneiper)

  • December 2024: Mineral Exploration Deed with Central Land Council at Sandover (Aileron)

  • February 2025: Resourcing Protocol Agreement with the Kimberley Land Council on behalf of Nganjuwarr Native Title Holders

  • May 2025: Resourcing Protocol Agreement with the Kimberley Land Council on behalf of Yurriyangem Taam PBC

  • August 2025: Mineral Exploration Deed with Central Land Council at Sandover Fluorite

  • March 2026: Community development initiative with Central Land Council

  • June 2026: Memorandum of Understanding with Aboriginal Investment NT for the Molyhil Tungsten Project