Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation

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Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation Founded in 1984, the Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation (RAC) represents the Rirratjingu people NAIDOC, Australia Day, Youth Action Plan)

Founded in 1984, the Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation (RAC) represents the Rirratjingu people, the Indigenous Traditional Owners of Land on the Gove Peninsula. The RAC’s aim is to ensure the Rirratjingu community is financially self-sufficient and able to deliver benefits to our members and make a genuine difference in our community. When bauxite mining began on the Gove Peninsula, Rirratjingu elders expressed their deep concern. Uniting with other clans in the region, the Rirratjingu sent bark petitions to the Commonwealth Parliament detailing their opposition to mining and declaring their right to the traditional land. The bark petitions, led by the five Rirratjingu fathers, failed to stop the mining and the great land rights case led by Rirratjingu elder Milirrpum Marika failed on a technicality. When Roy Marika took the issue to Parliament in 1973, the Woodward Commission was established, which recommended land rights in the Territory and led to his drafting of the Aboriginal Land Rights Act. The Commission called for compensation for loss of livelihood be paid, that sacred sites be protected and an ongoing parliamentary committee monitor the mining project. This was the template for the Aboriginal Land Rights movement that was to begin a decade later. The RAC was established to administer mining royalties from the bauxite mine, build a pathway to a sustainable business and economic independence, and deliver social and cultural programs to advance the interests of the Rirratjingu people. While the RAC’s origins lie with mining, the Corporation leadership has always been mindful of the fact that benefits from the mine are finite, and that participation in the economy through business and employment is vital. The RAC is dedicated to investing in the future through both social objective such as health, education and cultural programs as well as economic development. RAC has two main divisions:

DIVISION 1: Commercial: our business interests are focused on generating a return on investment to ensure we progress towards sustainability. There are five main entities that fall under our commercial division;

a) Rirratjingu Property Management and Maintenance Services (RPMMS)
b) Rirratjingu Mining
c) Rirratjingu Enterprises
d) Rirratjingu Fuel
e) Rirratjingu Investments



DIVISON 2: Culture and Community: ensures that we have in place the necessary initiatives to support out members today and in the future. The key areas are:
a) Charitable Payments
b) Workshops: weaving, ‘build up skate’, music, screen printing and more
c) Health Programs: traditional healing, COVID -19 vaccine drive
d) Yarrapay Music Festival
e) Yirrkala Community Festival
f) Emerging Leaders Program
g) Community events and involvement ( e.g.

03/11/2026

🗣️📢 Live from Nhulunbuy, AND THEY’RE RACING. Vernon’s in front, he’s past the offices, round the sign, the lawn never stood a chance, it’s a one-horse race, the horse is a mower AND THE CROWD GOES WILD! VERNON WINS THE CUP!

Live music at the Walkabout now to support the Creative Business Showcase. Come down and have a cocktail while you chat ...
30/10/2026

Live music at the Walkabout now to support the Creative Business Showcase.

Come down and have a cocktail while you chat to our local creatives!

Then settle in from 6pm for a selection of locally produced short films and the announcement of our Short Film Competition!

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What’s the Arnhem Voices Festival Finale all about? Here’s a little sneak peek! 👀

Stories from our own backyard, made by local storytellers; some new and some you’ll know. And some we can't mention on here...

Join us TOMORROW from 4pm at Latitude 12 Walkabout Lodge to see them on the big screen and celebrate a month of East Arnhem creativity.

4pm: Creative Business Showcase
6pm: Short Film Competition Screenings

Plus, WIN A PHOTO SHOOT! Come down to the Business Showcase and go in the draw to win a 1-hour photo shoot with Captured with Mon! 📷✨ Don’t miss your chance to enter!

What’s the Arnhem Voices Festival Finale all about? Here’s a little sneak peek! 👀 Stories from our own backyard, made by...
29/10/2026

What’s the Arnhem Voices Festival Finale all about? Here’s a little sneak peek! 👀

Stories from our own backyard, made by local storytellers; some new and some you’ll know. And some we can't mention on here...

Join us TOMORROW from 4pm at Latitude 12 Walkabout Lodge to see them on the big screen and celebrate a month of East Arnhem creativity.

4pm: Creative Business Showcase
6pm: Short Film Competition Screenings

Plus, WIN A PHOTO SHOOT! Come down to the Business Showcase and go in the draw to win a 1-hour photo shoot with Captured with Mon! 📷✨ Don’t miss your chance to enter!

Our AGM will be held on Thursday 26 November 2026 at the Yirrkala office.The notice of AGM and information in relation t...
29/10/2026

Our AGM will be held on Thursday 26 November 2026 at the Yirrkala office.

The notice of AGM and information in relation to nominating as a director are enclosed.

28/10/2026

🎬🔥 ARNHEM VOICES FESTIVAL FINALE! 🔥🎬

Join us at Walkabout Lodge on Friday the 30th for an afternoon and evening celebrating creativity, local talent and powerful storytelling! ❤️🙌

🎨 4PM – Creative Business Showcase Come support our amazing local creatives and small businesses, connect with the community and discover the incredible talent around us!

📸 WIN A PHOTO SHOOT! Come down to the Business Showcase and go in the draw to win a 1-hour photo shoot with Captured With Mon! 📷✨ Don’t miss your chance to enter!

🎥 6PM – Short Film Competition Experience powerful stories and celebrate the amazing talent of our local filmmakers! 🎞️👏

📍 Walkabout Lodge | Friday the 30th
🎨 Business Showcase – 4PM 🎬 Short Film Competition – 6PM

Bring your friends and family and help us celebrate our local creatives in style! ❤️🔥

WE'RE HIRING!Operations Supervisor, NhulunbuyRirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation is looking for a hands-on leader to run ...
28/10/2026

WE'RE HIRING!

Operations Supervisor, Nhulunbuy

Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation is looking for a hands-on leader to run day-to-day work across our crushing, screening, quarry, civil, haulage and fuel operations.

You'll plan and supervise work across multiple sites and work closely with Rio Tinto and other clients.

You'll need:

✅ 5+ years in mining, quarry, civil or heavy industry
✅ Experience supervising teams in a production environment
✅ NT HR licence (MC is a bonus)
✅ An Ochre Card and First Aid, or the ability to get them

Plant tickets, a trade, or Cert IV in Frontline Management or Training and Assessment will help you stand out.

What's on offer: 25 days annual leave, a work vehicle, phone and laptop, travel allowance, EAP, and a friendly team that's growing.

Apply on SEEK:

Lead the day-to-day planning, supervision and safe delivery of Rirratjingu Enterprises’ crushing, quarry, civil works, haulage and fuel operations.

Join us tomorrow at Yanawal for The Road Ahead, a community networking event focused on reflecting on what has been happ...
28/10/2026

Join us tomorrow at Yanawal for The Road Ahead, a community networking event focused on reflecting on what has been happening in Nhulunbuy and exploring what the future may hold as we prepare for the changes ahead.

Hear updates from the Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation on current initiatives, future opportunities, and plans for supporting our community as mine closure approaches.

This is an opportunity to connect with community members, local organisations, and stakeholders, while learning more about the vision and opportunities that lie ahead for Nhulunbuy.

Enjoy an evening of conversation, networking, drinks, and nibbles as we come together to discuss the road ahead.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-road-ahead-rirratjingu-aboriginal-corporation-tickets-1998517280986

Mr B Marika will be laid to rest on Monday of next week, 26 October.The Rirratjingu community, family and friends are in...
23/10/2026

Mr B Marika will be laid to rest on Monday of next week, 26 October.

The Rirratjingu community, family and friends are invited to join us at the Yirrkala Ceremony Grounds to farewell him.

Proceedings will begin from midday.

Thanks to Laynhapuy Homelands Aboriginal Corporation, for hosting an outdoor movie night in Dhälinybuy as part of the Ar...
21/10/2026

Thanks to Laynhapuy Homelands Aboriginal Corporation, for hosting an outdoor movie night in Dhälinybuy as part of the Arnhem Voices Creative Media Festival program!

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3 Chaseling Square
Yirrkala, NT
0880

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+61889873433

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