Arc Infrastructure is pleased to announce a Principal Partnership with the Clontarf Foundation, committing $60,000 over three years to support the Foundation’s work across Western Australia.
This partnership formalises a growing relationship between the two organisations and reflects Arc’s long-term commitment to creating meaningful, lasting change in the communities where we operate.
The Clontarf Foundation is a nationally recognised not-for-profit organisation that supports young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men to complete their education, develop life skills, and transition into meaningful employment.
With 162 academies across Australia, Clontarf uses sport as a powerful engagement tool to foster discipline, self-esteem, and resilience, aiming to transform lives and strengthen communities.
Arc Infrastructure has already been actively involved with Clontarf Foundation, engaging with students through school visits in the Perth metro area and at the Northam Clontarf Academy.
The new funding will be directed to Clontarf Academies in our regions, supporting a range of local activities including training programs, camps, excursions, breakfasts, award events, and sporting carnivals.
The recent WA Southern Employment Forum highlighted the value of this partnership. The event brought together students, employers, and community leaders to build connections and open doors to future employment opportunities.
Arc Infrastructure’s team was on hand to share insights into the rail industry and showcase the diverse career pathways available within our business.
Eighteen Clontarf Foundation partners attended the Employment Forum, which brought together over 50 Year 11 and 12 students from Clontarf academies in the region, including Newton Moore (Bunbury), Collie, Coodanup, Katanning, Narrogin and North Albany.
Arc Infrastructure General Manager People, Governance & Risk Jessica Tiwade reflected on our collaboration with Clontarf Academy and our participation in the Employment Forum.
“Our involvement in the Clontarf Employment Forum is about more than just showing up, it’s about showing young people what’s possible.
“We’re proud to support Clontarf’s mission and to play a role in helping students build confidence, explore career pathways and take their next steps,” Jessica said.
Arc Infrastructure CEO, Stephanie Unwin added that the partnership aligns with the company’s broader community investment goals.
“Clontarf Foundation joins a group of valued Principal Partners including Waalitj Foundation, Foodbank WA, Lifeline WA, and the Constable Care Foundation, all of whom contribute to long-lasting, positive outcomes in WA local communities.
“We recognise our responsibility in progressing reconciliation in Western Australia. This partnership supports the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan, building respectful relationships and creating social opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples,” Stephanie said.
Clontarf Foundation CEO, Gerard Neesham said Arc's ongoing support and engagement with Clontarf students would make a real difference.
"Arc’s presence at events like the WA Southern Employment Forum shows our young men that there are people and organisations who believe in their potential and want to provide them with meaningful opportunities.”
Arc Infrastructure looks forward to continuing our support of Clontarf Foundation’s work in education, employment, health, and wellbeing, helping Aboriginal young men thrive in school and beyond.
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