ANGUS KNIGHT GROUP DELIVER A SECOND-HAND CLOTHING STORE TO THE MUTITJULU COMMUNITY

After a series of meetings held in Mutitjulu, it became clear to Angus Knight that the Mutitjulu community was in need of a second-hand store, as clothing is not available otherwise and travelling the 4-hour journey to Alice Sprints proved difficult – especially with limited access to transport for many community members. Mutitjulu is a small Aboriginal community located in the shadow of Uluru, the massive red sandstone monolith in the Northern Territory and the heart of Australia.

Using the Business Incubator Pilot Program, the Rise-Ngurratjuta Business Development Officer (BDO) set about having consultations with community members and the Mutitjulu Community Aboriginal Corporation (MCAC). The aim was to secure a building from which a second-hand store could be run and identify a suitable community member who could own the store and be trained to run it.

Angus Knight continues to show commitment by supporting communities with more than just jobs, their aim is to provide a continuous income through business initiatives. The second-hand shop in Mutitjulu is a perfect example of this, and they are delighted that Rise-Ngurratjuta has been able to help the Mutitjulu community turn their vision into a reality. To read the full story follow the link in the button below.