Yuelamu News

A Careers Expo took place at OLSH Marian Centre, Alice Springs, on Tuesday, 27 May 2025. Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) showcased local government career paths to Alice Springs students.

Central Desert Regional Council in partnership with the Department of Social Services Digital Connectivity Project, have recently had kiosks installed at Nturiya, Wilora, Willowra, Laramba, Yuelamu and Atitjere.

Eight employees from the Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) successfully completed a one-day Defensive 4x4 Operations course in Alice Springs.

The President and CEO took part in the Northern Territory Local Government Association's Symposium and General Assembly on May 1-2, 2025. 

In the lead up to the federal election the local government sector is asking potential governments to ‘Put Our Communities First’ through fair funding for local government.

Five CDRC members from Alice Springs, Engawala, and Ti Tree took part in a Charles Darwin University (CDU) Health and Safety Representative course from 3-7 March, 2025.

CEO Ilario Sabatino and Deputy CEO, Nishantha Perera, held discussions with Minister Steve Edgington MLA on Friday, focusing on the challenges and opportunities within the Central Desert region.

Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) has announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), with Ilario Sabatino set to take the reins from today, 6 January 2025.

The Youth and Communities Leadership Group recently gathered in Alice Springs for a two-day training course focused on leadership, stress management, and effective communication. The event, held 20-21 November, aimed to equip team leaders and coordinators with essential skills to enhance their work within Central Desert communities.

The December 2024 edition of Central Desert News is out now. You can read it at Central Desert News December 2024.

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