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News from Around the Region

Farewell to Leslie Manda: Celebrating Five Years of Remarkable Growth and Leadership at Central Desert Regional Council

The Central Desert Regional Council bids a heartfelt farewell to Leslie Manda, who has served the council with distinction for five years, including the last three years as CEO. During his tenure, Leslie’s leadership was marked by remarkable growth and success, making a profound impact on the council and the communities it serves.

Leslie Manda

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29 August 2024
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Central Desert Regional Council Appoints Karl Hampton as Director of Indigenous Strategy

Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Karl Hampton as Director of Indigenous Strategy. This newly created directorate will play a pivotal role in advancing Indigenous engagement and leadership within the Central Desert region.

Karl Hampton

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28 August 2024
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Laramba Young Roos Are Champions

Wow! What a fantastic day of sport we had in Yuendumu on Saturday! Around 200 people came together to cheer on their teams. It was a perfect day for footy and softball.

The winning Young Roos softball and AFL teams.

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23 August 2024
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Lajamanu Holy Ground Gets Toilet Upgrade

Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) is excited to announce the completion of the ablution block upgrade at the Lajamanu Holy Ground!

The newly renovated toilet block.

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20 August 2024
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Money Information Shared with Aged Care

Recently Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) Aged Care organised information sessions with Money Mob at seven Aged Care centres for staff, clients and carers.

Laramba Aged Care learning about money, with Lisa Rogers from Money Mob.

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16 August 2024
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Central Desert Youth Sports League Grand Final

This weekend Yuendumu will be abuzz with excitement with the Central Desert Youth Sports League grand finals tomorrow!

The Laramba Young Roos.

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16 August 2024
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NT Elections Voting Times in CDRC

Voting for the upcoming Northern Territory elections starts this week in Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC). You can vote at the times for the poll booths below.

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12 August 2024
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Recycling a Breeze in Engawala and Lajamanu

Engawala and Lajamanu now have dedicated recycling sheds, with bays for different recycling categories making it easy to drop off recycling material at the landfills.

Lajamanu recycling bays.

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31 July 2024
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CDRC Supports Under 18s Footy Competition

Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) was proud to support this year’s Under 18s AFL competition at Traeger Park, 4 and 5 July.

Yuelamu girls getting ready for first game of under-18s football.

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31 July 2024
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New Playgrounds for Anmatjere Communities!

We’re excited to announce the completion of playground upgrades in Pmara Jutunta, Nturiya, and Wilora!

Nturiya slide set.

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30 July 2024
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Central Desert Regional Council acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we work. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
Central Desert Regional Council acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we work. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
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Alice Springs NT 0871

08 8958 9500
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