East Arnhem Regional Council

Dedicated to promoting the power of people, protection of community and respect for cultural diversity, East Arnhem Regional Council is the Local Government Body of East Arnhem Land, covering nine communities - Milingimbi, Ramingining, Galiwink’u, Gapuwiyak, Yirrkala, Gunyangara, Umbakumba, Angurugu & Milyakburra. In addition, EARC delivers non-core local government services to its Communities including but not limited to: Childcare, Aged and Disability Services, Community Patrol, Youth Sport and Recreation, and Centrelink. With the strength of our Elected Members, Executive Leadership, Local Authorities and staff, EARC is working towards constructive changes through a commitment to providing high quality services leading to community, economic and social wellbeing. Through the creation of quality training and an inclusive workplace, EARC is working with the communities to develop critical pathways for employment and building capacity, knowledge and strength assisting to empower people through the acquisition of skills and personal development. EARC currently employs 205 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with 70% undertaking further studies/apprenticeships. EARC strives to be the employer of choice within the East Arnhem Regional Council region through strong community links and local elected representation at the forefront providing leadership in strengthening the relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people.