An environmental initiative on Arabana Country is demonstrating how the BHP Local Buying Program helps to deliver meaningful social value while supporting Indigenous-led innovation.

Through their first Work Instruction on the Local Buying Program, the Arabana Aboriginal Corporation engaged its Arabana Rangers to monitor feral animal activity at Jackboot Paddock, located on Stuarts Creek Station. With support from Arid Recovery, the six-month project is focused on assessing the impact of feral cats and foxes on native wildlife and the broader ecosystem.

The Rangers deployed camera traps across the site and will return throughout the year to collect and analyse data, culminating in a report with recommendations for future action. This work not only contributes to environmental stewardship but also builds local capability and strengthens cultural connection to Country.

The Local Buying Program played a vital role in enabling this engagement, connecting the BHP Buyer with a trusted Indigenous supplier, streamlining procurement, and providing personalised support through C-Res. This ensured a smooth process and empowered the Arabana Aboriginal Corporation to deliver high-impact work in a timely and efficient manner.

This project is a powerful example of how purposeful procurement via the Local Buying Program can unlock environmental insights, support Indigenous businesses, and build a better future together.