Aged Care Employee Day Award

    12 August 2026

    Congratulations to Patchouli, Regional Manager – Aged Care Services, on receiving the Aged Care Employee Day Award earlier this month. 

    The Aged Care Employee Day Award recognises the dedication and compassion of people who care for and support older Australians. We are proud to have a passionate team delivering essential aged care services to remote communities across East Arnhem Land.


    "I feel very honoured to have been nominated and am truly grateful for this recognition.

    This nomination reflects the support, guidance, and teamwork of the entire team, and I appreciate the opportunity to be part of such a dedicated group."

    - Patchouli


    East Arnhem Regional Council provides Aged Care Services in Milingimbi, Ramingining, Galiwin'ku, Gapuwiyak and Yirrkala. Our team is committed to delivering culturally safe, high-quality support by working closely with individuals, carers, family members and stakeholders to ensure all participants receive the best possible care.

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    2026 Spirit of JCU Award

    10 September 2026
    Dr Madeleine Kelso BVSc, East Arnhem Regional Council's Regional Manager - Veterinarian & Animal Control receiving the 2026 Spirit of JCU Award recognising outstanding alumni .
    Regional Wellbeing Camp 2025

    2026 Regional Wellbeing Camp

    9 September 2026
    East Arnhem Regional Council's fourth Regional Wellbeing Camp to be held at Gulkula in 2026 bringing together 36 young people from across the region.
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    Community Night Patrol Embrace New Technology

    7 September 2026
    No more chasing pen and paper, we've gone digital

    No fires at the landfill

    10 August 2026
    No fires at the landfill

    Deepest Condolences

    4 August 2026
    With great sorrow, East Arnhem Regional Council marks the passing of Mr B Marika AM.

    Media Release: Break the Silence to End the Violence

    23 July 2026
    The East Arnhem Regional Council Local Authorities for Milingimbi and Ramingining met formally this week. Local Authority Members considered and discussed the major issue of domestic violence.

    How East Arnhem Regional Council builds futures with relationships

    10 July 2026
    In East Arnhem, the local government’s youth work doesn’t begin with a program. It begins with relationships.

    Media Release: Yaka Bulu Mari’ Miyalk’ku - No More Violence to Women

    9 July 2026
    Council President Lapulung Dhamarrandji, Deputy President Stephen Dhamarrandji, Councillor Marrpalawuy Marika and Councillor Ganygulpa Dhurrkay have met about the tragic loss of a 17-year-old Yolŋu girl in Galiwin’ku as reported by ABC News on 6 July 2026.

    5th Annual Eastern Cup Basketball Championships

    8 July 2026
    We're excited to announce winners from the 5 th Annual Eastern Cup Basketball Championships.