Yolŋu leaders at the 26th Garma festival announced plans to form a new Dilak Land Council, separating from the Northern Land Council, and advocated for federal oversight of remote communities. This comes amidst discussions on economic transitions post-mining and criticism of NT child protection laws.
Djawa Yunupiŋu announced the Dilak Land Council at Garma Festival, aiming to empower Yolŋu landowners. This new NT council, breaking from the NLC, faces immediate opposition from Rirratjiŋu elder Wanyubi Marika and concerns from politician Yiŋiya Guyula over consultation and inclusivity.
Gumatj Corporation leader Djawa Yunupiŋu announces the creation of the Dilak Land Council, aiming to drive economic development for Yolŋu people by granting direct decision-making power over their land, potentially bypassing the Northern Land Council (NLC).
Queensland councils are celebrating six years until the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games, with a countdown clock unveiled in Queen Street Mall. The state government still needs to build seven new venues and upgrade ten, but officials express confidence in readiness. A legacy vision includes 50,000 new homes and transport expansion, while Moreton Bay unveiled a Matilda kangaroo replica.
Four councillors have resigned from Highland Council's licensing committee after voting to allow a convicted rapist taxi driver, David Brown, to keep his operator's licence. The decision sparked criticism, with women's safety groups calling it a "harmful message".
Shetland councillors have voted to investigate financing for up to four subsea tunnels to connect its most populated islands, aiming to combat isolation and decline. The first two tunnels, linking Mainland with Yell and Unst, are estimated to cost £655m and take eight years, with the council seeking government funding.
Several English councils have cautioned residents against displaying the St. George's Cross on public property, citing safety and community cohesion concerns ahead of the World Cup. The debate intensified with a report on prison staff flag badges and criticism from politicians.
