As one of South Australia’s largest employers, with more than 2,400 South Australians living and working on Country right across South Australia, committing to our first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is an important step for SA Power Networks.
SA Power Networks plays a significant role in the social and economic fabric of our state, and we’re committed to using that influence to drive positive change on reconciliation, inclusion and diversity. We are South Australians too – while headquartered on Kaurna land in Adelaide, our footprint is large. Living in the communities we serve provides us with a unique opportunity to connect and strengthen meaningful relationships with First Nations peoples.
Our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
Our Innovate RAP cements the progress and good work we have undertaken whilst recognising we have further to go on the path to reconciliation that will make a meaningful difference, be mutually beneficial and, sustainable over time. Implementation of our Innovate RAP will be supported by our dedicated RAP Coordinator, along with our RAP Working Group. In addition, we have established a First Nations Advisory Group, comprised of First Nations employees, to guide the implementation.
Our Innovate RAP timeline
| Milestone | Date |
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| Reflect RAP implemented | January 2024 - January 2025 |
| Innovate RAP developed | January 2025 - October 2025 |
| Innovate RAP launched and implemented | October 2025 to October 2027 |
Read our Innovate RAP
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Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan - October 2025 - October 2027
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Our Innovate RAP artwork
Expand the section below to learn about the artist and see our RAP artwork as well as a description about all the main elements.
As part of the development of our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), SA Power Networks and Enerven engaged a First Nations artist to create a visual artwork.
The artwork is a visual story of unity, growth and reconciliation. It reflects a shared journey between the Power Network Group (SA Power Networks and Enerven) and First Nations communities across South Australia.
About the Artists
Kelly Taylor and her daughter T’keyah Ware come from three generations of strong First Nations women who share their culture through art. Kelly’s love for painting started with her nana, Millie Taylor, who taught her ancient stories and inspired her to pick up the brush nearly 30 years ago. Kelly’s unique dot painting style, called “creeper dots,” mixes traditional symbols with a fresh, modern feel.
T’keyah started painting when she was 13, learning alongside her mum. At first, she wasn’t into art at school, but as she grew, she found a real connection to painting and her culture. Her colourful, vibrant work carries on the family stories and traditions while also showing her own style and personality.
Together, they create beautiful artworks that reflect their life, Country, and heritage in South Australia. Their paintings tell stories of family, community, and culture, blending old and new to celebrate who they are.
For Kelly and T’keyah, art is more than just painting — it’s a way to keep their family’s stories alive and inspire others to connect with culture and Country.
Innovate RAP artwork
Artwork: Connection with Country, 2025 (SA Power Networks' Innovate RAP artwork by artists Kelly Taylor and T'Keya Ware.)
RAP artwork explained
The images below provides further information about each of the main elements in the artwork.
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The circle on the right represents First Nations people — symbolising leadership, resilience and a deep cultural connection to Country. |
Surrounding this are the Power Network team bases, represented by the arch and large circles in green and orange. |
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Orange and green footprints and “U” shapes represent the Power Network team walking alongside community. |
Light brown footprints and “U” shapes symbolise First Nations people — grounded in knowledge, culture and a strong connection to land. |
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The waves at the top of the artwork represent cool breeze and wind. They remind us that reconciliation is alive and ever-changing, shaped by the environment and the relationships we continue to grow. |
The wavy lines connected to the large circles represent the flow of electricity supplied by the Power Network to communities across South Australia. They symbolise the energy that connects, supports and empowers — reflecting the role of the network in lighting up homes, businesses and shared futures. |
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The circles placed across the artwork represent the growing networks of reconciliation within the Power Network. They show how the Power Network expands, connects and transforms communities. |
Past stages of our reconciliation journey
Expand the sections below to learn more.
Our Reflect RAP
The development of our Reflect RAP is an important step towards reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the communities we serve. Our first ‘Reflect' RAP marks the beginning of our formal reconciliation journey and allows us to commit to clear reconciliation actions as an organisation. The term ‘Reflect’ is apt for where we are as a business; while we have a long history of supporting First Nations community programs, it is time for us to reflect on the ways we can do better.
Our reflect RAP timeline
| Milestone | Date |
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| Reflect RAP draft complete and lodged with Reconciliation Australia for review | October 2023 |
| Conditional endorsement of our Reflect RAP from Reconciliation Australia | January 2024 |
| Reflect RAP launched and implemented | February 2024 for delivery by end of January 2025 |
Read our Reflect RAP
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Reconciliation Action Plan - January 2024 - January 2025
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Reconciliation Action Plan launch
The launch event, held at Living Kaurna Cultural Centre in Bedford Park, was a powerful way for everyone involved in the RAP’s development to reflect on this important milestone and reassert their commitment to delivering all its actions.
RAP working group
Picture: The RAP Working Group pictured at the launch event with artist, Presten Warren.
Watch the official launch event of our Reflect RAP
Watch a video showing highlights from the event.
Picture: Our RAP Artwork, Empowering South Australia, 2023 by Presten Warren. Original artwork - acrylic on canvas.
About the artist and artwork
We are incredibly privileged to have Presten Warren join us as the artist for our first Reflect RAP. This artwork will be a powerful visual representation of our commitment to reconciliation, as we work towards a future of unity and understanding.
The artwork created symbolises SA Power Networks' Reconciliation Action Plan. The central community embodies SA Power Networks as a cohesive team, while the four outer communities represent South Australian communities.
To emphasize the strength of SA Power Networks in supplying power to the South Australian community, the artist incorporated lightning bolts and various shades of blue, evoking a sense of power.
The radiant aura encircling the people symbols and footprints signifies the empowerment provided by SA Power Networks.
To depict the South Australian landscape, the artist blended various hues of green and brown, capturing the essence of the region's natural beauty.
More information about the main elements in the artwork
The image below provides further information about each of the main elements in the artwork.
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The central community embodies SA Power Networks as a cohesive team. |
The four outer circles represent South Australian communities. |
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The lightning bolts and various shades of blue evoke a sense of power. |
The radiant aura encircling the people symbols signifies empowerment. |
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The footprints signify empowerment and leaving our mark in the community. |
The yellow dots symbolise electricity as looking down from above. |
Want to know more? Get in touch.
Contact our RAP Coordinator Chad: Chad.Ytsma@sapowernetworks.com.au