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Bawaka

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About Bawaka
History

Bawaka is on the ancestral land of the Gumatj people, both the Yunupingu and the Burarrwaŋa.

Laklak Burarrwaŋa is the senior community member and a retired qualified school teacher, she provides leadership and stability; she is a renowned weaver, author and teacher. She collaborates with educational institutions and lectures in area of traditional knowledge. Laklak’s son Djawa, also provides leadership in Bawaka.

Bawaka has strong links with the communities of Dhanaya (across the bay on the Gumatj side), Garrthalala and Barrkira.

Tours

Lirrwi Tourism offers Tours to Bawaka Homeland with many different cultural experiences available, for more information please visit Lirrwi Tourism

Getting here

By Road

  • Bawaka is 50 kms from Yirrkala
  • Travel time from Yirralka in 4X4 – approx. 1.5 – 2 hours, depending on weather and road conditions
  • 4X4 is required to reach the homeland
  • GPS Coordinates: -12.49818420966268, 136.7772174026822

Private Land

Please note that Laynhapuy Homelands are private land and not to be visited without permission. Some homelands can be accessed with the appropriate permit, please contact us for more information

More Information

For more Information on the best time to travel and road conditions, please visit the East Arnhem Land Website

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Laynhapuy Homelands Aboriginal Corporation

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Office hours: Mon–Fri – 08:00-16:30

Address: PO Box 1546 Nhulunbuy NT 0881

Phone: 08 8939 1800

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