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    The Groote Archipelago Regional Council Central Ward Election has given you the opportunity to elect new leaders dedicated to shaping your community’s future. 

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The Groote Archipelago Regional Council Central Ward Election has given you the opportunity to elect new leaders dedicated to shaping your community’s future.

Get to know our new Councillers

Groote Archipelago REGIONAL COUNCIL

Careers

By Peta Alderson March 21, 2025
Position Overview
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Situated in the remote northern region of Australia, amidst the pristine waters of the Arafura Sea in the Gulf of Carpentaria, our council serves seven indigenous communities within the Groote Archipelago.

Groote Archipelago REGIONAL COUNCIL

Publications

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This is the General Purpose Financial Report for the period ended 30 June 2023

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This is the Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2023

Meeting held 10am at East Arnhem Regional Council office

Meeting held 10am at East Arnhem Regional Council office

Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

View all Council agendas and minutes by clicking here.

Groote Archipelago

Our news

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By Justine David April 17, 2025
Announcement of Mayor and Deputy Mayor
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By Justine David April 13, 2025
Notice of Ordinary Council Meeting – 17 April 2025 Groote Archipelago Regional Council wishes to advise that an Ordinary Council Meeting will be held on Thursday, 17 April 2025 . The meeting will take place in accordance with the Council’s meeting schedule and is open to the public. View the official meeting notice (PDF) : Notice of Ordinary Council Meeting – 17 April 2025
By Peta Alderson March 3, 2025
Groote Archipelago Regional Council Central Ward Election
By Peta Alderson November 11, 2024
The Prospective Groote Archipelago Regional Council (GARC) Announces Inaugural CEO Appointment of Local Government Industry Stalwart, Shane Marshall.
November 7, 2024
A step toward inclusive local governance
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October 22, 2024
Groote Archipelago local government election postponed to March 2025 for further community consultation
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By Michael Hawkes May 30, 2024
Groote Archipelago Region
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By Michael Hawkes November 17, 2023
Establishment of the Groote Archipelago Regional Council
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