Where the Desert Whispers Ancient Stories

Yuendumu is renowned for its vibrant artistic expression. Explore the community's renowned art scene, where talented Warlpiri artists translate their stories and connection to the land into breathtaking paintings. It is in the Southern Tanami ward and has a population of around 870 people.

Getting there

The community is located 290km north-west from Alice Springs along the Tanami Highway, which branches off the Stuart Highway 25 km north of Alice Springs and is sealed.

For Centre Bush Bus times see Bus Timetables

Services

Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) provides the following services:

• CDRC office
• Municipal services
• Waste management
• Airstrip maintenance
• Housing maintenance
• Tenancy management
• Community Development Program
• Youth Sport and Recreation program

Other Services

• School
• Remote Health Clinic
• Police Station
• Church
• PAW Media
• There are two Community stores with fuel available. Take away options are also available.

Visiting

The Warlukurlangu Artists Association has been operating successfully since 1986. It is a not for profit organisation and has more than 600 members, all of whom are Aboriginal artists. The art centre is a popular enterprise activity, and provides social, cultural and economic rewards for artists and their families. It is described as the social and cultural ‘hub’ of the community.

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