Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation, represented by Wanyubi Marika (Chairman) and Mandaka Marika (Director), were honoured to sign the Yirrkala Mutual Respect Agreement with the Northern Territory Police Force and East Arnhem Regional Council at the NAIDOC Day celebrations at Gove Peninsular Surf Lifesaving Club on Tuesday 6th July 2021. The Nhulunbuy Police were represented by Senior Sargent Michael Milde, and East Arnhem Regional Council were represented by Chairman Djuwalpi Marika. All men spoke about how important good relations within the community were to them.
The Yirrkala Mutual Respect Agreement affirms that all people are equal before the law and are entitled to equal protection. The agreement involves monthly meetings between Police and Yirrkala Leaders for regular consultation on crime, safety, law and justice issues within the community.
