First Nations Projects Group has been established to be a driving force to support the economic, social, cultural and environmental aspirations and interests of First Nations people in Australia.

The Team

  • Leah Bennett

    Leah Bennett, a proud Wiradjuri woman, and has a successful career spanning over 14 years in the financial services sector. She now dedicates her time to advocating for change within the industry to support the financial wellbeing of First Nations peoples. Leah serves as a RAP consultant, advisor, educator, public speaker, and Non-Executive Director.

    A passionate advocate for empowering First Nations Peoples, Leah is committed to driving accurate and authentic representation of First Nations culture and history.

  • Rekeesha Fry

    Rekeesha Fry is a proud Dagoman/Wardaman, Wadjanbarra, Gooreng Gooreng and Kuku Thaypan woman who was born and raised on Larrakia country in Darwin.

    Rekeesha has a wide range of skills in consulting and proven experience in policy and project development, having worked over six years in a number of professional global consulting firms in Australia. Rekeesha’s recent experience has focussed on natural resources, mining and energy both locally and internationally, and is a trusted advisor for several companies partnering with Traditional Owners, Indigenous businesses and communities to improve outcomes.

  • Tiarne Shutt

    Tiarne Shutt is a descendant of Worimi people and English/Danish cultures, a member of the Gathang language group, born in Awaba Country, raised in Darkinyung Country and living in Yuggera Country.

    Over the past 5 years Tiarne has focused on building investor capacity and unlocking resources, networks and capital for First Nations businesses. Her recent work has focussed on the system-level change needed for equitable partnerships that enable economic self-determination for Australia's First Nations People.