Jimbalakudunj Community facts for kids
Quick facts for kids JimbalakudunjWestern Australia |
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 Jimbalakudunj
Location in Western Australia
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| Postcode(s) | 6728 |
| Location | 100 km (62 mi) north west of Fitzroy Crossing, Western Australia |
| LGA(s) | Shire of Derby–West Kimberley |
| State electorate(s) | Kimberley |
| Federal Division(s) | Durack |
Jimbalakudunj is a small Aboriginal community in Western Australia. It's about 100 kilometers (62 miles) north-west of Fitzroy Crossing. This community is in the Kimberley region. It sits within the area managed by the Shire of Derby–West Kimberley. Jimbalakudunj is special because it's roughly halfway between the coastal towns of Broome and Derby, and the inland town of Fitzroy Crossing.
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A Brief History of Jimbalakudunj
Jimbalakudunj was started in the early 1990s. Members of the Nargoodah family moved there. They came from Noonkanbah and Fitzroy Crossing. They settled on a place called Paradise Downs Station. A group was set up in 1991 to help manage the community.
Understanding Native Title
The Jimbalakudunj community is located in an area with a special agreement. This agreement is called an Indigenous land use agreement. It's part of the SDWK Nyikina Mangala area. This agreement helps manage how the land is used. It also recognizes the rights of the traditional owners.
How Jimbalakudunj is Managed
The community is managed by a group called the Jimbalakudunj Aboriginal Corporation. This group was officially formed on May 27, 1991. It operates under a law called the Aboriginal Councils and Associations Act 1976. This law helps Aboriginal communities manage their own affairs.
Community Planning
Jimbalakudunj has a special plan for its development. It's called Jimbalakudunj Layout Plan No.1. This plan follows rules from the State Planning Policy 3.2 Aboriginal Settlements. This policy helps make sure that Aboriginal communities are planned well.
