We are a leading voice in our community and the first choice in housing services for Aboriginal People for the last 40 years.

Murchinson Regional Aboriginal Corporation are a culturally sensitive organisation and understand the unique culture of Aboriginal people. Cultural responsibilities can influence all aspects of a person’s life including housing. We focus on providing stable housing and support to maintain that home so that the family can positively participate in education, training, employment and the community.

With 40 years of hands-on experience, helping First Nations people and their families find a secure tenancy, we’re a highly respected Community Housing Provider (CHP), and the only registered Aboriginal CHP in the WA regions.

MRAC’s Rule Book

Our Rule Book is what we call our constitution, and it details all the information about how the Corporation operates and meets its legal, financial and governance obligations.

It also outlines the responsibilities of the Corporation’s members, directors, and staff and how they all work together. We are registered with the Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations.

Learn More - MRAC Rule Book 2025

Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations

MRAC is established via the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006 (CATSI Act) and governed by Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations (ORIC).

Learn More - ORIC - For Corporations

Not-For-Profit

Our member-based, not-for-profit organisation is a community-managed housing corporation offering social and affording housing. We provide quality, secure housing options for the Mid West and Gascoyne region's Aboriginal people. We use all rental income to improve properties, buy new homes and secure the Corporation's financial position and future. We receive minimal grant funding for special projects and do not receive government funding

Our Portfolio

Murchison Region Aboriginal Corporation (MRAC) owns and manages 115 residential properties. Our small and dedicated team maintains firm control over finances. While we rent the homes we own, on occasion, we may sell the home to a tenant who would like to own their own home or on the open market.

Before investing in property, we consider demand in the area, alternative housing options and profitability. Our asset management plan, upgrade schedule and disposal strategy are essential tools in our operating strategy.

Upgrades are planned with the tenant in mind. We strive to replace or install efficient appliances that help tenants save on ongoing utility costs.

Our Rule Book is what we call our constitution, and it details all the information about how the Corporation operates and meets its legal, financial and governance obligations.

It also outlines the responsibilities of the Corporation’s members, directors, and staff and how they all work together. We are registered with the Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations.

Board of Directors

We thank our Board Members for their continued commitment and expertise as they oversee MRAC’s activities. The Board of Directors represents:

  • Strong governance;

  • A conservative approach to risk; and

  • A high level of transparency and accountability to the community and other stakeholders.

We encourage every MRAC member to nominate for a position on the board and vote for candidates. We welcome new ideas and different points-of-view. Elections are held at our Annual General Meeting each year where nominated members are expected to speak about what they can bring to the Board. Board members serve a term of two years before the position is up for re-election.

Chairperson and Vice Chairperson roles are elected annually by the Board of Directors. Two independent director positions are available to bring specialist skill and knowledge. The Board meets at least 4 times per year.

2025 Board of Directors

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    Narelle Ryder

    CHAIRPERSON

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    Curtis Robinson

    VICE CHAIRPERSON

  • Charmaine Yeates – Director MRAC

    Charmaine Yeates

    MEMBER DIRECTOR

  • Sandra Bellottie

    Sandra Bellottie

    MEMBER DIRECTOR

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    Nadine Brown

    MEMBER DIRECTOR

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    Chloe Collard

    MEMBER DIRECTOR

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    Tracey Tonga

    MEMBER DIRECTOR

  • A man with short dark hair, wearing a white polo shirt with black trim, standing in front of a colorful Aboriginal dot painting with yellow, orange, red, blue, and white circles on a black background.

    Neil Purcell

    INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR

  • Warren Taylor – Independent Director MRAC

    Warren Taylor

    INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR

Committees

We operate with committees who meet, research and advise the Board of Directors so that they can make informed decisions.

Directors are part of committees which meet separately to the Board. Our committees include:

  • Transitional Business Committee

  • Finance Committee

  • Appeals Committee

  • Governance and Risk Committee

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Staff

MRAC employs a small team dedicated to providing high quality servicing its tenants and clients.

They work to help manage all aspects of the Corporation including tenancy, property and asset management and the housing support program.

  • Brodie Pearce

    CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

  • Sherrie James

    HOUSING OPERATIONS MANAGER

  • Catherine Brosnan

    SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER

  • Sue Bumbak

    ASSET MANAGER

  • Elle Marwood

    BUSINESS SUPPORT OFFICER

  • Paige Clennick

    HOUSING OPERATIONS OFFICER

  • Derise Jones

    HOUSING SUPPORT COORDINATOR

MRAC Corporate Resources

Asbestos Management Plan
Board Room Hire
Contractor Information Form
Condition of Contract - Supply of Goods Services
Housing Approval & Waitlist Management Policy
Contractor Management Policy
Delegations Document
Disposal of Properties Policy
Feedback Management Policy
Fraud Corruption and Criminal Behaviour Prevention and Management Policy
Housing Application
Maintenance Policy
National Police Clearance Policy
Online Meeting Guidance
Privacy & Confidentiality Policy
Purchasing Policy
Rent Setting How MRAC Calculates Rent -Tenant Fact Sheet
Receiving and Declaring Gifts Policy
Risk Management Policy
Workplace Health & Safety Policy
Rent Setting Policy
Staff Code of Conduct
Tenant Engagement Policy
Unacceptable Client & Tenant Behaviour Policy

MRAC Membership & Board Resources

Appeals Committee Terms of Reference
Appeals Process -Tenant Fact Sheet
Corporate Business Plan
Directors Performance Review Form
Directors Attendance Fees
Conflict of Interest Policy
Board Succession Plan
Director Change of Details Form
MRAC Membership Booklet 2025
Board Induction Policy
Directors Code of Conduct
Finance Committee Terms of Reference
Murchison Region Aboriginal Corporation Rule Book 2025
Board Performance Review Policy
Vacating Properties Policy
Appeals, Complaints & Feedback Form
CEO Performance Review Form
Directors Duties & Obligations Policy
Transitional Business Committee Terms of Reference
MRAC - Application for Membership Form 2025
MRAC - Appointment of Proxy Form 2025
Related Party Benefit Policy
Governance & Risk Committee Terms of Reference
MRAC Consent to Act as a Director Form
Strategic plan 2024 - 2027
Appeals, Complaints & Feedback Policy
CEO Performance Review Policy