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Kakadu - Marrakai - Jabiru
25,278 km²
Kakadu - Marrakai - Jabiru is a vast and sparsely populated region where few people live compared to similar areas. It is a landscape dominated by nature, with very few homes and a strong reliance on cars to get around. While the population is small, it is marked by a significant First Nations presence and a unique cultural footprint in the Northern Territory.
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About 48.9% of First Nations people here speak a traditional language, which is far above the national figure. While typical household incomes for this group are a little above the national and territory levels, Year 12 completion is far below Australia's 37.0% at just 21.7%.
The area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score of 2.3 that is far below the Northern Territory's 5.1. Very few residents can reach services on foot; for example, 0.0% of homes are within a 10 minute walk of public transport.