Yiyili Community, Indigenous settlement in Kimberley Region, Western Australia
Yiyili Community is an Indigenous settlement in the Kimberley Region established on land from a former pastoral station. It includes housing, school facilities for kindergarten through Year 10, and various community buildings spread across the site.
The Gooniyandi established this settlement in 1981 after acquiring land that was previously used for cattle farming. This allowed the people to live together permanently and manage their own affairs in the region.
The Gooniyandi language is spoken in everyday life, and art created here reflects local stories and traditions. Elders pass down knowledge to younger people, shaping how the community lives and celebrates its identity.
The school serves children from kindergarten through Year 10, with bus connections to nearby settlements and outstations in the region. Since the location is remote, it is useful to plan ahead and gather information about services and access before visiting.
The community operates a cattle station and follows planning guidelines specifically designed for Indigenous settlements. This shows how the Gooniyandi combine connection to the land with modern infrastructure and economic activities.
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