Mirima community facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mirima Community Western Australia
Mirima Community Location in Western Australia
Location	0 km (0 mi) north of Kununurra, Western Australia
LGA(s)	Shire of Wyndham-East Kimberley
State electorate(s)	Kimberley
Federal Division(s)	Durack

Mirima is a small Aboriginal community. It is located right next to the town of Kununurra in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.

Mirima's History

In 1971, the Mirima Council was created. It was started with the help of a Catholic priest named Peter Willis. This community is home to mainly two groups of Aboriginal people: the Miriwung and the Gajerong.

The Miriwung people traditionally lived near the southern part of the Ord River. Because of this, they live in the southern part of the Mirima community today. The Gajerong people traditionally lived in other areas. They live in the northern part of the Mirima community.

What is Native Title?

Native title is a special legal right. It recognizes that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have traditional rights and interests in land and waters. The Mirima community's land is covered by a native title claim. This claim is for the Miriuwung and Gajerong people. It was officially recognized in Western Australia.

How Mirima is Governed

The Mirima community is managed by its own organization. This organization is called the Mirima Council Aboriginal Corporation. It was officially set up on November 25, 1986. This means the community has its own group to make decisions and manage its affairs.

Planning for the Community

Mirima has a special plan for its growth and development. This plan is called Mirima Layout Plan No.1. It follows rules set by the state government for Aboriginal settlements. The Western Australian Planning Commission approved this plan on April 15, 2003. This helps make sure the community grows in an organized way.