Ngurrawaana Community facts for kids
Quick facts for kids NgurrawaanaWestern Australia |
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 Ngurrawaana
Location in Western Australia
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| Location | 100 km (62 mi) south east of Karratha, Western Australia |
| LGA(s) | Shire of Ashburton |
| State electorate(s) | Central Kimberley-Pilbara |
| Federal Division(s) | Durack |
Ngurrawaana is an Aboriginal community located in Western Australia. It is about 100 kilometers (62 miles) south-east of the town of Karratha. This community is found in the Pilbara region, which is a large area known for its unique landscapes. Ngurrawaana is part of the Shire of Ashburton.
The Ngurrawaana community is very important to the Yindjibarndi people. It is located right in the middle of their traditional lands. This central spot helps them continue their cultural, spiritual, and religious activities. It allows them to care for important sites within the Yindjibarndi territory.
Native Title Rights
The Ngurrawaana community is within an area where Native title has been recognized. This means the Ngarluma and Yindjibarndi people have special rights to their traditional lands and waters. These rights come from their long connection to the land. The specific claim for this area is known as Ngarluma/Yindjibarndi (WAD6017/96).
Education for Kids
Children who live in the Ngurrawaana community go to the Ngurrawaana Remote Community School. This school teaches up to twenty children. The school principal and one of the teachers live right there in the community. This helps them be a close part of the students' lives.
How the Community is Run
The Ngurrawaana community is managed by a group called the Ngurawaana Group (Aboriginal Corporation). This group was officially formed on March 10, 1982. It operates under a law called the Aboriginal Councils and Associations Act 1976. This law helps Aboriginal communities manage their own affairs.
