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Nturiya
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Very low incomes mark the small community of Nturiya, where typical First Nations personal earnings are just $325. This sparsely populated area is located in the Central Desert of the Northern Territory. It is a place where traditional culture remains strong, with many residents speaking First Nations languages. Most people here face significant economic hardship and a lack of local services.
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A high 65.2% of people speak a First Nations language, far above the national figure. However, the community faces deep disadvantage, with a typical household income of $575 and no residents completing Year 12, which is far below both the territory and national averages.
The area is entirely car-dependent, with no homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools. While every home is within walking distance of a park, the overall walkability score of 0.9 is far below the Northern Territory average.