Governor-General Hears the Voice of our Future
17 November 2022
East Arnhem Regional Council facilitated a forum over breakfast for Their Excellencies Governor-General of Australia David Hurley and Mrs. Hurley to connect and interact with students representing the schools in the Gove peninsula.
This meeting builds on the long-standing interest the Governor-General has in the wellbeing of regional and remote Australia; of the many conversations, the biggest were discussions on the region’s education institutions, unique lifestyles and communities.
The Governor-General also opened the floor for questions which was very well received by the students.
Council would like to thank Nhulunbuy Primary School, Nhulunbuy High School, Nhulunbuy Christian College and Dhupuma Barker School for their participation.
In East Arnhem, the local government’s youth work doesn’t begin with a program. It begins with relationships.
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.
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.
