Culturally Led.
Commercially Grounded.
Country First.
We exist to put Country first — by creating Indigenous-led frameworks for managing land and water that deliver commercial, environmental, and cultural outcomes.
Services
We support the design and delivery of culturally appropriate, environmentally sustainable land and water initiatives
Water & Mine Closure Partnerships
We co-develop outline agreements and JVs with Native Title Corporations to design, implement and operate mine water diversion and reuse systems aligned to ESG and closure mandates.
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Co-proponent role for Traditional
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Closure planning & rehabilitation
delivery -
Long-term operations & training pathways
Circular Water & Agriculture
Through Pilbara Water Futures, we repurpose surplus mine water for high-efficiency food production and landscape restoration.
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T-CEA: 99% less water; 1/35th land use
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BioCube/FarmCube vertical farms (loT
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Safe drinking water, carbon revegetation
Environmental & Cultural Services
Support services for enduring stewardship of Country.
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Monitoring, compliance & data governance
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Cultural heritage services & permitting
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Managed aquifer recharge & water trading advisory
Meet the Team
Chris Brophy MBA MSc MEE
Co Founder
Chris Brophy is a seasoned corporate finance and strategy executive with a strong track record of leading capital raisings, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic growth initiatives across public and private markets. Over the past five years, his achievements include multiple successful funding rounds, three strategic acquisitions, and a major business divestment, underpinned by a practical, outcomes-focused approach to value creation.
Most recently, Chris served as Chief Corporate Finance and Strategy Officer at Feaver Tools Pty Ltd, where he led the company through a successful sale. He has also delivered complex ASX market transactions, including the reinstatement to quotation of Vysarn Ltd (ASX: VYS), alongside the integration of significant operational assets into the business ahead of relisting.
Earlier, as CEO and Managing Director of Hiremii Ltd (ASX: HMI), he guided the company through its 2021 IPO, securing growth capital and implementing robust governance frameworks to ensure ASX compliance. Chris has additionally held Non-Executive Director roles with.
Quick Connect Products and Vysarn Ltd.
Complementing his corporate finance leadership is deep operational experience in large-scale, high-risk environments.
As Maintenance Services Director for the TRACE JV (Broadspectrum), Chris led a workforce of more than 300 personnel supporting INPEX’s Ichthys LNG onshore facilities. As Portfolio Manager at Broadspectrum, he directed 300+ offshore oil and gas personnel delivering Woodside’s maintenance and brownfield services across gas platforms and FPSOs.
Earlier in his career, he built a strong foundation in process improvement and operational leadership through roles including Engagement Lead at McKinsey & Company, and Operations Manager and Commercial Manager at Easternwell.
Ron Colman
Co Founder
Ron is a hydrogeologist with expertise in water management, consulting since 1984. He has worked as a mine water manager and project leader for government, focusing on groundwater supply, mine dewatering, and water disposal. With extensive experience in Pilbara hydrogeology, Ron collaborates with Traditional Owner groups, providing independent advice on water management, cumulative impact assessments, and comprehensive water plans. His aim is to help these groups manage water resources effectively, especially during future mine closures.
Our Commitment
We exist to put Country first — by creating Indigenous-led frameworks for managing land and water that deliver commercial, environmental, and cultural outcomes.
CULTURALLY LED
Every project is guided by Traditional Owners and their knowledge.
COMMERCIALLY GROUNDED
Delivering sustainable, investment-ready land and water solutions.
COUNTRY FIRST
Protecting, restoring, and strengthening Country for generations.
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Client Insights
Working with On Country Land & Water has been transformative. Their expertise led us to sustainable practices that truly benefit our community!
Mia Fletcher, Local Government Representative, passionate about environmental conservation.
Their dedicated approach helped us understand water management effectively.
On Country Land & Water’s insights have greatly advanced our community initiatives.
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