West Daly Regional Council

About

The West Daly Regional Council covers 14,000 square kilometres and is located about 300 to 420 kilometres south-west of Darwin. The area is mainly rural, with three Indigenous communities at Peppimenarti, Nganmarriyanga and Wadeye which are managed by West Daly Regional Council (Council). Council’s vision is to work together to make a difference in the community by creating places that are respectful, peaceful and safe. The mission of Council is to walk alongside culture, country and people to build a stronger community and does it by working together, creating real opportunities and providing services and facilities that everyone can use. The Council’s long-term goals are to: • Provide local employment and strong regional economy; • Prioritise Aboriginal capability and leadership; • Provide high quality services within financial resources available; • Grow existing industry and skilled local workforce; • Maintain and develop council’s assets, natural resources and country; • Ensure Strong, safe and healthy communities that respect culture, heritage and change.