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First Nations Legal & Research Services Ltd

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ABN 27105885149|North Melbourne, VIC 3051|www.fnlrs.com.auACNC Register →
Revenue
$7.7M
Total Assets
$5.1M
Staff FTE
24
Volunteers
4

About

First Nations Legal & Research Services is a Victorian-based charity that provides legal and research services to support First Nations communities in achieving native title recognition and comprehensive settlements. The organisation works collaboratively with Indigenous communities informed by the principle of self-determination, assisting with Formal Recognition processes including Native Title claims, Recognition and Settlement Agreements, Registered Aboriginal Party applications, and Traditional Owner Treaty work.

Programs (6)

Native Title Services

Legal and research support for native title claims and determinations in Victoria

Recognition and Settlement Agreement

Support for formal recognition and settlement agreements for First Nations communities

Registered Aboriginal Party Support

Assistance with applications and processes for Registered Aboriginal Party status

Traditional Owner Treaty

Support for Traditional Owner Treaty negotiations and processes

Request For Assistance

General service for communities to request legal and research support

Third Party Provider Panels

Panel of external providers delivering services on behalf of the organisation

ACNC Financial History

YearRevenueExpensesAssetsStaff
FY2023$7.7M$7.6M$5.1M24 FTE + 4 vol
FY2022$5.3M$5.4M$4.0M24 FTE + 3 vol
FY2021$4.4M$4.6M$3.2M24 FTE + 4 vol
FY2020$4.2M$4.2M$3.8M20 FTE + 5 vol
FY2019$5.1M$4.8M$1.6M20 FTE + 15 vol
FY2018$4.9M$5.0M$990K27 FTE + 15 vol
FY2017$4.7M$4.8M$1.6M29 FTE + 15 vol
7yr historySource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

Beneficiaries
First Nations

Domains

first nationscommunity developmentlegal services

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Data Sources

Enrichment: medium
Last enriched: 12 March 2026
Registered: 3 December 2012
Latest financials: FY2023
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