The AHO is required to register all contracts valued at over $150,000 entered into with a private-sector partner, in accordance with Division 5 of Part 3 of the GIPA Act.
The Aboriginal Housing Office has a legal obligation in accordance with Part 3 of the Government Information (Public Access) Regulation 2009 to make the following material – known as 'Open Access Information' – openly available and provided free of charge.
The release of Aboriginal Housing Office documents is managed in accordance with the GIPA Act and under the guidelines set out in our Right to Information policy.
Certain information is legally required to be made openly available – for instance, on the AHO website – without the need for a request. This is defined under the law as 'Open Access Information'.
The Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009, known as GIPA, grants a legal right of access to information held by the NSW Government and its agencies.
Includes GIPA, open access, right to information, privacy, disclosure log
- GIPA – your rights
The Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 grants a legal right of access to information held by the NSW Government and its agencies.
There are many potential sources of funding and support for Aboriginal individuals and organisations. If you're seeking funding, use the links on this page to start exploring your options.
AHO grants, subsidies and funding
We offer a range of grants for individuals and Aboriginal Community Housing Providers or service providers.
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What is the purpose of the Aboriginal Housing Office (AHO) Administrative Appeals policy?
The Administrative Appeals policy explains the process by which a housing provider can appeal an administrative decision made by the AHO and how the AHO will deal with the appeal.
What is an administrative decision?
An administrative decision is a decision the AHO makes in relation to regulation of housing providers and as a funding agency. This includes decisions on registration, resource allocation and funding.
Key information
Sector Capability Grants are designed to support Aboriginal Community Housing Providers' business growth and self-sustainability, including achieving or maintaining NRSCH and NSWLS registration compliance. These grants provide an opportunity for the Aboriginal housing sector to increase their capacity and capability. There are two funding categories which offer different amounts of funding.
Status: closed
Grant amount: up to $50,000 or up to $100,000 (depending on the category)
Property Management Transfers
The Aboriginal Housing Office (AHO) will be transferring the management of AHO owned properties from the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) and Community Housing Providers (CHPs) to Aboriginal Community Housing Providers (ACHPs) to increase community control and the sustainability of ACHPs.
This is a major initiative under Strong Family, Strong Communities.
Important notices to all tenants. Whats happening, who will be affected.
Notice about Management Transfers
Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) is moving the management of their tenants’ leases to a community housing provider.
