CBH completes Reflect phase of Reconciliation Action Plan

CBH is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect within our operations in line with our values of respectful, collaborative, reliable and sustainable .
Our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is part of this commitment and CBH has recently completed the ‘Reflect’ phase, which is the first of four phases.
Since CBH launched our RAP in July 2023, we have completed a number of initiatives and activities that lays a solid foundation for meaningful engagement with Aboriginal communities across our areas of operation.

Aboriginal Procurement
The Reflect RAP stage provided the opportunity to build relationships and gain valuable insights into the needs and aspirations of Aboriginal communities within our geographical footprint.
One of our key achievements during this phase has been integrating Aboriginal-owned suppliers into our operations. An example of this is our partnership with Oaks Civil Construction, a fully Aboriginal-owned and operated business, working on the Broomehill Fixed Rail Loading Facility.
This collaboration not only supports local Aboriginal businesses but also aligns with our commitments under the ASCI (Agricultural Supply Chain Improvements) government grants to enhance Aboriginal participation in our supply chain.

Employment Pathways: Clontarf Academies
Another significant milestone has been our partnership with Clontarf Academies. CBH has been supporting Clontarf since 2016, and through this collaboration, we are creating pathways for Aboriginal school leavers to join CBH as part of our harvest casual programs, offering young Aboriginal Australians opportunities to start their careers with us.
By actively engaging with local Aboriginal communities, we are helping to promote a more inclusive workforce while fostering long-term career development.  To find out more about this initiative, click here to watch a short video.

Cultural Education: Employee Development

Our Reflect RAP aligns to our values at CBH, and these values will guide us as we continue to develop an inclusive and culturally safe workplace.
As part of this, we have progressed in developing programs such as our employee Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Training. This online training module will contribute towards educating employees about Aboriginal cultures, histories, and traditions.
By fostering an environment of understanding and respect, we aim to ensure that all employees recognise and appreciate the rich cultural heritage of the land on which we operate. This cultural education is essential in helping us collaborate more harmoniously and effectively.

The Next Steps
As we move forward, we are excited to enter the next phase of our journey — the Innovate RAP. This stage will focus on strengthening the relationships we've established and implementing strategies developed during the Reflect stage to deepen our commitment to reconciliation.
Our goal is to continue fostering trust and collaboration with Aboriginal communities, ensuring that our business practices reflect our shared values and commitment to reconciliation.
We will keep you informed of our progress on this important journey.

More Information
Read our Reflect RAP.
Contact us for more information.