Citizenship Ceremony

12 February 2025

In February, East Arnhem Regional Council held a special Citizenship Ceremony at Groote Eylandt Lodge, welcoming 2 new Australian Citizens. 

Deputy President Jason Mirritjawuy and CEO Dale Keehne of East Arnhem Regional Council, took great pleasure in welcoming our new Citizens of Australia: Lautilopa and Racel.


We are stronger together.


Citizenship Ceremony, Alyangula, 7 February 2025

Two men standing side by side
5 March 2026
At last week’s Council Meeting, Deputy President Stephen Dhamarrandji awarded Councillor Bandi Bandi Wunungmurra with a certificate recognising 10 Years of Service with East Arnhem Regional Council.
24 February 2026
East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) were pleased to support East Arnhem Region Sport Education through our Community Grants Program.
23 February 2026
The East Arnhem Regional Council Vet Team has put together some important information to help keep our community dogs safe from Parvo Virus.
19 February 2026
Councillor Stephen Dhamarrandji attended the memorial service for the 84th Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin, honouring the courage and sacrifice of those who served. We remember this significant moment in Australia's history and stand in respect with everyone impacted by the events of the Bombing of Darwin.  Photo 1: Councillor Stephen Dhamarrandji Photo 2: Councillor Stephen Dhamarrandji (left) with Council Services Manager Ullas Raman (right) Annual Bombing of Darwin Commemorative Service, Darwin Cenotaph, 2026.
A group of people standing together. In the background are trees and blue sky.
3 February 2026
The short film, Moving Forward Together, showcases the positive impacts that our Regional Council strives to achieve across East Arnhem Land.
9 December 2025
East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) values its strong partnership with Sea Swift in supporting community recycling initiatives across East Arnhem Land.
A beach with white sand and mangroves in the distance
27 November 2025
Let’s Keep Milingimbi Safe - No Fires at the Landfill
21 November 2025
In November, East Arnhem Regional Council held a special Citizenship Ceremony at Galiwin'ku, welcoming a new Australian Citizen.
17 November 2025
East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) provides multiple services to Galiwin’ku including Accommodation, Aged Care & Disability Services, Animal Management Program, Cemetery Management, Child Care Services, Community Night Patrol, Waste & Environmental Services, Libraries, Active Communities & Youth Services, and Municipal Services.