Welcoming the Governor-General of Australia
22 July 2025
East Arnhem Regional Council was pleased to welcome the Governor-General of Australia, Her Excellency the Honourable Ms. Sam Mostyn AC in Yirrkala.
East Arnhem Regional Council's (EARC) Deputy President Jason Mirritjawuy, A/CEO Divyan Ahimaz, and Director – Council Services Signe Balodis meet with the Governor-General at the Yirrkala Oval where our Active Communities & Youth Services team were running volleyball games with students from the Yirrkala Bilingual School.
Earlier in the day, EARC joined the Yirrkala Bilingual School and the Governor-General for a tour of the school facilities before heading to the Yirrkala Oval.
A special thank you to the Governor-General and everyone who joined us.
Jesse Smith Park, Milingimbi | Construction Works | Lot 253
East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) is proud to launch the Youth Strategy 2026–2028 for East Arnhem.
East Arnhem Regional Council encourage community members to stay updated about Tropical Cyclone Narelle 34U.
On International Women’s Day, East Arnhem Regional Council celebrates the strength and leadership of the incredible women in our communities.
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.
East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) were pleased to support East Arnhem Region Sport Education through our Community Grants Program.
The East Arnhem Regional Council Vet Team has put together some important information to help keep our community dogs safe from Parvo Virus.
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.
The short film, Moving Forward Together, showcases the positive impacts that our Regional Council strives to achieve across East Arnhem Land.
