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Galiwinku

5 km²

A staggering 96.3% of the population speaks a First Nations language, making Galiwinku one of the most culturally distinct communities in the country. This remote area is home to 2,027 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and has a notably young population. While it is very far from the national average in terms of employment and language, the community maintains a strong connection to traditional culture and local health services.

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First Nations

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First Nations residents here are noticeably younger than the national figure, with a typical age of 23. While 28.9% have finished Year 12, the unemployment rate is among the highest at this level at 39.0%, which is far above the national rate of 12.3%.

2,027 First Nations people

23 yrs Median age Here 23 yrs NT 26 yrs Aus 24 yrs

28.9% Year 12 Here 28.9% NT 23.2% Aus 37.0%

39.0% Unemployment Here 39.0% NT 20.8% Aus 12.3%

$338 Median income Here $338 NT $323 Aus $540

$1,812 Household income Here $1,812 NT $1,318 Aus $1,507

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The area is mostly car-dependent with a walkability score far below the Territory average. While nearly every home is within a short walk of health services and parks, no one lives within 15 minutes of groceries or public transport.

3.1 Walk score

3.8 Types ≤15 min