Roper Gulf Regional Council

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Roper Gulf Regional Council is one of 18 Local Governments in the Northern Territory and encompasses 12 communities and 20 outstations spread out over an area of approximately 201,000 square kilometres. The Council’s purpose is to act as a strong advocate for its constituency of more than 7000 people, 80 per cent of whom identify as Indigenous, paving the way towards sustainable social, cultural,

economic and environmental development. To achieve this, the Council employs approximately 380 staff, who live and work across the Local Government Area, and are co-ordinated from an operational hub in Katherine. One of the key drivers of the Council is to improve the quality of life in, and liveability of, the Roper Gulf region, with the vision of making it sustainable, vibrant and viable for those who call it home.

We are excited to share the successful applicants of Roper Gulf Regional Council’s Community Grants Program 2025–26 (Rou...
12/06/2026

We are excited to share the successful applicants of Roper Gulf Regional Council’s Community Grants Program 2025–26 (Round 2).
A total of $32,264.15 has been awarded to support a range of events and projects across the region. From art projects and school excursions to sporting events and equipment.
These projects represent the innovation and diversity of our region and Council is proud to continue to support these initiatives and the wonderful outcomes they bring to our communities.
👏 Congratulations to all the successful applicants!
Read the full media release here:
https://ropergulf.nt.gov.au/our-business/news/2026/successful-applicants-for-community-grants-2025-26-round-2

04/06/2026

🥁 THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! 🥁
Who will take out the 2026 Battle of the Bands this weekend?

Come witness the best emerging, unsigned Indigenous bands from across the region bring 100% raw talent and original music to the stage. They are fighting for the ultimate prize pack: a studio recording session, a photoshoot, and a life-changing songwriting workshop with the legendary Troy Cassar-Daley.

They are bringing the music—they just need YOU in the crowd to bring the noise! ⚡
📍Where: Barunga, NT
📅 When: June 5–7, 2026
🎟️ Tickets: Final tickets are almost gone - secure yours now: https://barungafestival.com.au
See you at the stage. 🎸

📣Upcoming Local Authority Meetings – June 2026Local Authority Meetings are scheduled next week for Hodgson Downs (Minyer...
29/05/2026

📣Upcoming Local Authority Meetings – June 2026
Local Authority Meetings are scheduled next week for Hodgson Downs (Minyerri), Ngukurr, Urapunga and Numbulwar.
These meetings are a great opportunity to join Councillors, Local Authority Members, and Council staff to discuss important community issues and town priorities.
🗓 Meeting Schedule:
📍Hodgson Downs (Minyerri) - Monday, 1 June, 11:00 am
📍Ngukurr - Tuesday, 2 June, 11:00 am
📍Urapunga - Tuesday, 2 June, 3:00 pm
📍Numbulwar - Wednesday, 3 June, 10:30 am
💻 Join Online: If you can’t attend in person but wish to participate, you can join via our Virtual Meeting Room. https://ropergulf.nt.gov.au/.../attend-a-local-authority...
📞 For More Information or to Join Online:
📧 [email protected]
📲 (08) 8972 9000
📍 Find more details here: https://ropergulf.nt.gov.au/.../meetings/upcoming-meetings
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🤎 Roper Gulf Regional Council kicked off National Reconciliation Week in Bulman on Tuesday with a fun evening of cultura...
28/05/2026

🤎 Roper Gulf Regional Council kicked off National Reconciliation Week in Bulman on Tuesday with a fun evening of cultural activities, followed by a movie night for local kids complete with popcorn and slushies. 🍿✨
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
Thank you to everyone who came along and helped make the evening such a great community event.

Reconciliation Australia

🎶 A massive thank you to Guts Touring for bringing live music out to our communities this week!Over the last two nights,...
22/05/2026

🎶 A massive thank you to Guts Touring for bringing live music out to our communities this week!
Over the last two nights, the team performed in Bulman and Weemol, after also visiting Wugularr on Tuesday night.
All of the community enjoyed their nights.
Thank you again to GUTS Touring and everyone involved in making the visits happen across the region 👏

Nominations Open – Yugul Mangi By-ElectionA by-election is being conducted to fill a casual vacancy in the Roper Gulf Re...
20/05/2026

Nominations Open – Yugul Mangi By-Election
A by-election is being conducted to fill a casual vacancy in the Roper Gulf Regional Council Yugul Mangi Ward.
https://ropergulf.nt.gov.au/node/2633

Want to represent your community?
Nominate as a candidate and have your voice heard.

Find out what it means to be a Councillor: https://lgant.asn.au/elections/

To nominate, you must be enrolled in the Roper Gulf Regional Council area.
Check your enrolment at aec.gov.au
For more information:
NT Electoral Commission – 1800 698 683 | [email protected]
https://ntec.nt.gov.au/elections/current-elections/2026-june-by-elections

Roper Gulf Regional Council Mayor Tony Jack is attending the 2026 Aboriginal Housing and Homelands Conference in Darwin ...
20/05/2026

Roper Gulf Regional Council Mayor Tony Jack is attending the 2026 Aboriginal Housing and Homelands Conference in Darwin today and tomorrow, connecting with leaders, organisations and politicians from across the Northern Territory and Australia.

The conference is an important opportunity to discuss the priorities and challenges facing remote communities, while continuing to advocate for the Roper Gulf region.

Mayor Jack also caught up with Senator Lidia Thorpe during the conference as part of networking with federal politicians and stakeholders throughout the event.

Gymnastics Northern Territory is visiting communities across the Roper Gulf region over the next weeks.For 🤸‍♀️flips, fu...
19/05/2026

Gymnastics Northern Territory is visiting communities across the Roper Gulf region over the next weeks.
For 🤸‍♀️flips, fun and gymnastic skills, see the team in
📍 Ngukurr - 19–22 May
📍 Barunga - 25–29 May
📍 Mataranka - 1–4 June

A big thank you to Selena Uibo: Member for Arnhem for the generous donation of winter clothes and blankets to our Matara...
13/05/2026

A big thank you to Selena Uibo: Member for Arnhem for the generous donation of winter clothes and blankets to our Mataranka Aged Care clients. 🧡
The donations were warmly welcomed by our residents, who were very happy and grateful for the support for the upcoming cooler weather.
Thank you again to Selena for thinking of our Elders and supporting our community.

Our Vet Team has been busy out in community recently, visiting Ngukurr, Numbulwar and Minyerri to support animal health ...
12/05/2026

Our Vet Team has been busy out in community recently, visiting Ngukurr, Numbulwar and Minyerri to support animal health and wellbeing 🐾

During visits, the team provides free tick, flea and worm treatment to any dogs roaming freely around community. This helps reduce parasites across the community and improve overall animal health.

A treated dog acts a bit like a “vacuum” - wherever they go, they help kill ticks, fleas and worms, reducing the spread to other dogs.

If you notice a coloured dot on your dog, there is no need to worry - this simply means your dog has received a free tick, flea and worm treatment from our Vet Team.

📍 The Vet Team will also be in Wugularr next week for desexing operations on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

The more dogs we can treat, the better the outcome for the whole community ❤️🐶

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2 Crawford Street
Katherine, NT
0850

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

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+61889729000

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