Mingullatharndo Community facts for kids
Quick facts for kids MingullatharndoWestern Australia |
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 Mingullatharndo
Location in Western Australia
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| Postcode(s) | 6718 | ||||||||
| Location | 5 km (3 mi) south east of Roebourne | ||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Karratha | ||||||||
| State electorate(s) | North West | ||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Durack | ||||||||
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Mingullatharndo is a small Aboriginal community in Western Australia. It is located in the Pilbara region. This area is part of the City of Karratha.
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About Mingullatharndo
Mingullatharndo is also known as 5 Mile. It is about 8 kilometers (5 miles) southeast of Roebourne. You can reach the community by a sealed road. This road connects to the North West Coastal Highway.
Community Support
The Mingullatharndo Association Inc. was started in 1986. Members of the Apostolic Church in Roebourne created it. The main goal of this community is to help people. It provides support for those who need a safe place. It also helps people facing difficult social situations.
Native Title Rights
The land where Mingullatharndo is located has a special status. It is part of a native title claim area. This claim belongs to the Ngarluma and Yindjibarndi peoples. Native title means that Indigenous Australians have rights to their traditional lands. These rights are recognized by Australian law.
How the Community is Run
The Mingullatharndo Association Inc. manages the community. This association is an "incorporated body." This means it is a legal group. It has rules and responsibilities for running the community. They make decisions about daily life and future plans.
Planning for the Future
The community has a plan for its development. This plan is called Mingullatharndo Layout Plan No.2. It follows a state policy for Aboriginal Settlements. The community approved this plan in 2007. The Western Australian Planning Commission also approved it in 2008. This plan helps guide how the community grows. It ensures new buildings and services are well-organized.
