Council marks the passing of Mr M Wunungmurra
1 March 2024
With great sorrow Council marks the passing of Mr Wunungmurra, Chairman of the Arnhem Land Progress Association, and brother to Councillors Bobby Wunungmurra and Bandi Bandi Wunungmurra.
President Lapulung Dhamarrandji has stated “This is a shattering moment for losing a man who had such integrity in his heart.”
Out of our deep respect Council has closed all operations across the nine communities, and the Nhulunbuy Regional Support and Darwin Support offices.
All flags across all nine communities are being flown at half mast from now until the end of next week.
Our thoughts are with all the families, kin and all who knew and deeply respected this great man.
We're excited to announce winners from the 5 th Annual Eastern Cup Basketball Championships.
On behalf of East Arnhem Regional Council, we extend our deepest condolences to the family members, friends and community members of the late Evelyn D Bukulatjpi.
East Arnhem Regional Council proudly celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Thank you to the Hon. Lia Finocchiaro MLA , Chief Minister of the Northern Territory, and Oly Carlson MLA, Assistant Minister for Nhulunbuy Transition, for meeting with East Arnhem Regional Council 's President Lapulung Dhamarrandji, Deputy President Stephen Dhamarrandji, Councillor Marrpalawuy Marika, Councillor Lirrpiya Mununggurr and CEO Dale Keehne to discuss a range of important issues impacting East Arnhem Land.
East Arnhem Regional Council adopted the Budget for the 2026-2027 financial year and the Regional Plan for 2026-2027 at its Ordinary Council Meeting held on Thursday, 25 June 2026.
A By-election is being held to fill a casual vacancy in the East Arnhem Regional Council Gumurr Miwatj Ward (1 vacancy).
East Arnhem Regional Council is asking everyone to help keep our communities safe and healthy.
East Arnhem Regional Council’s Aged Care Services & Disability Services were pleased to bring nine participants to the Midawarr Day Out in Nhulunbuy.
Public Consultation | Draft Regional Plan 2026-2027
