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Ali Curung
443 km²
Job opportunities are scarce in Ali Curung, where First Nations unemployment is far above the national figure. The community is distinctively young and culturally strong, with a high number of people speaking First Nations languages. While the area faces significant economic challenges, the layout is highly convenient for those on foot. Most residents live very close to essential services like health and schooling.
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First Nations people here are noticeably younger than the national typical age of 24, but face steep challenges; unemployment is far above the Northern Territory rate at 55.2%. Typical household incomes are well below the national figure, and only 12.7% have finished Year 12, though nearly 80% speak a First Nations language.
The area is somewhat walkable, with 94.9% of homes within a 15-minute walk of health services and schools. This is far above the Northern Territory average, though no homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport.