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The Anmatjere Community (also known as the Anmatyere Council) used to be a local government area in Australia's Northern Territory. Its main office was in Ti-Tree, Northern Territory. This town is about 200 kilometers (124 miles) north of Alice Springs. The important Stuart Highway goes right through Ti-Tree.

On July 1, 2008, the Anmatyere Council joined with the Central Desert Shire. This meant the Anmatyere Council no longer existed as a separate government area.

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Anmatjere Community
Northern Territory
Anmatjere Community is located in Northern Territory
Anmatjere Community
Anmatjere Community
Location in Northern Territory
Population 1,159 (2006)
 • Density 0.31920/km2 (0.8267/sq mi)
Established 1993
Abolished 2008
Postcode(s) 0872
Area 3,631 km2 (1,401.9 sq mi)
Mayor Tony Scrutton
Council seat Ti-Tree, Northern Territory
Region Alice Springs Region
Federal Division(s) Lingiari
Website Anmatjere Community

What Was the Anmatjere Council?

The Anmatjere Council was a type of local government. It was responsible for managing services in its area. This included things like roads, community centers, and other local needs.

When Did It Start and End?

The Anmatjere Council was created in 1993. It operated for about 15 years. In 2008, it became part of a larger government area. This new area is called the Central Desert Shire.

Places in the Anmatjere Area

The Anmatjere Council looked after several communities. These communities were often on large cattle stations. The main town was Ti-Tree.

Here are some of the communities it served:

  • Alyuen (on Aileron Station)
  • Anyungunba (on Pine Hill Station)
  • Engawala (on Alcoota Station)
  • Laramba (on Napperby Station)
  • Nturiya (part of Ti-Tree Station)
  • Pmara Jutunta (another part of Ti-Tree Station)
  • Ti-Tree (the main town)
  • Wilora (on Stirling Station)
  • Woolla (Adelaide Bore and eastern Ti-Tree Station)
  • Yanginj (on Anningie Station)

Community Facilities

The Anmatjere area had several important places. These helped the people living there. They provided services and activities for everyone.

Here are some of the facilities:

  • Anmatjere Knowledge Centre and Library: A place for learning and reading.
  • Redsand Art Gallery: This gallery showed Aboriginal art. It also had a cafe.
  • Ti Tree Roadhouse: A stop for travelers. It had a bar, motel rooms, and camping.
  • Ti Tree School: Where local children went to learn.
  • Police Station: For community safety and help.
  • Sports oval: A field for playing sports and games.
  • Health Clinic: Provided medical care for the community.
  • Aged Care Centre: A place that looked after older people.
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