Welcome to the
Worimi Local Aboriginal Land Council
The Worimi Local Aboriginal Land Council acknowledges the Traditional lands of the Worimi Port Stephens and pays its respect to these lands that provide for the Worimi LALC members and Aboriginal community today.
We acknowledge and pay respects to the Ancestors that walked and managed these lands for many generations and recognise all Aboriginal people that now call these lands home.
We acknowledge our Elders, knowledge holders, teachers and our community pioneers and seek their guidance and leadership.
We acknowledge and pay our respects to our Members and community who have gone before us and we recognise their contribution to our people and community. We acknowledge our Youth who are our future leaders and hope for a brighter future.
Who We Are
The Worimi Local Aboriginal Land Council (WLALC) is an incorporated body in accordance with the NSW Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983 (ALRA).
The purpose of the ARLA is to provide ‘land rights’ (access to claimable Crown Lands in NSW) for the purpose of providing and supporting activities that contribute to the cultural, social and economic well-being of the WLALC Members and community, that support self-determination and resources to manage their own affairs. Land Council delegated areas are not traditional areas and Worimi Barray (country) also has other incorporated Land Councils that might be better placed to consider Membership, subject to your residency and community of origin and culture heritage connections.
Our
Commitment
WLALC supports initiatives that celebrate social engagements, cultural activities and economic projects that empower the local community and change the socio-economic way that people work with our Organisation and Aboriginal people akin.
Through tourism, natural resource management, cultural education, engagement and sharing of information and resources, catering, conference and events, we work to ensure a strong, sustainable future for the WLALC community, committed to improving, protecting and fostering the best interests of our Members and all Aboriginal people living within our Council area.
Our Vision
Our vision is for the Worimi people to be proud, active and independent in our lifestyle, living environment and cultural heritage.
By nurturing strong connections to land and each other, we strengthen our cultural identity and work towards self-determination. We are committed to building a future of financial independence, cultural pride and community wellbeing driven by the actions and leadership of the WLALC.
Community Development
& Advocacy
Through education programs, employment pathways, cultural activities and strategic partnerships, we aim to create lasting opportunities for the WLALC community.
We also advocate for our community at a local, state and national level to ensure that our voices are heard and respected in decisions that shape our future.