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Ramingining - Milingimbi and Outstations
11,462 km²
A strong First Nations presence defines Ramingining - Milingimbi and Outstations, where 1,938 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people live. This remote community is marked by a deep cultural connection, with nearly all First Nations residents speaking a traditional language. While the population is noticeably older than the national First Nations average, it faces significant economic challenges. Low typical incomes and high unemployment shape the character of this East Arnhem region.
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Cultural identity is very strong here, as 94.1% of First Nations people speak a traditional language, far above the national figure. However, the community faces hardship, with a 34.4% unemployment rate and typical personal incomes well below the Northern Territory and national averages.
Most homes are within a 15-minute walk of health services, groceries, and schools, far above the Territory average. Despite this, the area is mostly car-dependent with a low walkability score, as very few homes are near parks or public transport.