Bur’an Australia is a social venture Aboriginal company with a clear strategy and purpose, dedicated to developing long-term, sustainable Indigenous socio-economic initiatives and ventures. Our mission is to build cultural bridges of understanding while forging strategic alliances with local and global communities, strengthened by innovation and emerging technologies.
‘“Sustainable Indigenous initiatives and ventures creating positive community impact and building generational wealth for future developments.”
Our Founder’s Vision – Bur’an Australia
Uncle John’s vision for Bur’an Australia is to build a passionate, ethical Indigenous social venture company with a strong cultural foundation and sustainable focus. Bur’an Australia is dedicated to forming strategic partnerships across Australia and globally, driving innovation and opportunities in:
Indigenous Tourism
Property Development & Renewable Energy
Wi-Fi, Telecommunications & the Digital Economy
Agriculture – Coffee - Honey - Native Bushfoods
First Nations Youth Education - Health & Well-being
Employment, Training & Community Empowerment
Authentic Aboriginal Art & Creative Industries
Emerging Technologies – AI, FinTech, DeFi, Web3, Blockchain & NFT ecosystems
Our Founder's vision passionately reflects a holistic commitment to advancing Indigenous-led innovation, cultural preservation, and sustainable socioeconomic growth for future generations.
Authentic,
Ethical, Fair Trade & Sustainable.
Our Core Indigenous Focus & Cultural Values
We are dedicated to strengthening Indigenous economies through authentic, sustainable initiatives that honour First Peoples’ knowledge and traditions. Our work holistically contributes to Indigenous socioeconomic development, supports the preservation of languages and cultural heritage, and empowers communities through meaningful projects and ventures.
John Smith Gumbula-‘Neerk’
Chief Indigenous Creative
A Proud Recipient ‘QEII Silver Jubilee Queens Trust Awardee’ | Cultural Ambassador | Founder & Chief Indigenous Officer | Son of the WakkaWakka | GoorengGooreng First Nations of Queensland & Adopted Son of the Yolngu First Nations, Galiwinku, Elcho Island, N.T Australia, and of ancient Irish, Scottish Heritage.
Our Acknowledgement of Country.
We respectfully acknowledge those who have come and gone before us – our First Peoples, the Ancestral Elders of this Ancient Country, past and present. We honour the Traditional Custodians of all lands and waters where we live and work, and recognise their continuing cultural and spiritual connection to the land, sea, sky, flora, fauna, community, and biodiversity of Country.
Our Divisions.
Indige
‘Neerk’
Bur’an Coffee
Products
Buran offers a wide range of ethically sourced, indigenous made products.
