Larrakia Nation Aboriginal Corporation
The Larrakia Nation, Aboriginal Corporation was set up in 1997 to represent the Larrakia people and service the Indigenous people of the land where Darwin sits.
It is our vision to be a strong, self-sufficient and healthy Nation of Larrakia people, participating fully in the wider economy of Darwin and the Northern Territory, where Larrakia language, law and culture is known, respected and valued by all members of that community.
We are the Traditional Owners of Gulumerrgin Country which encompasses the land where the city of Darwin is located. As the custodians of the land for thousands of years we offer cultural experiences, engagement, safe passage and protection in our country.
As ancient custodians of our land, we also offer a deep history of Darwin that goes far beyond modern representations. We provide credibility and an alternative view of the land and sea where the city of Darwin sits, in a way that no other group can do.
As the traditional peoples of the Darwin area, we must be included in the planning, negotiations and developing of relationships relating to Darwin. This is particularly pertinent for cities involved in the Sister Cities program.
We have cultural authority of this land and want the international market to understand and respect our laws and culture. We encourage an understanding that we speak for our country and have an obligation to care for our country and we expect visitors to abide by our laws.
We want the international community to understand learning about our country when visiting is everyone’s obligation and we do not accept disrespectful behaviour.