Mayor’s welcome

Serving our community with respect and responsibility

On behalf of the Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council, I welcome you to our online community space.

The land within the boundaries of Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council is the traditional country of the Gunggandji and Yidinji peoples. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge all Yarrabah people brought here from various locations under past government policies.

Our community is strong, proud and deeply connected to culture and country. That connection guides Council’s work as we build local opportunity, improve services and support the wellbeing of our families.

Thank you for visiting and for being part of Yarrabah’s journey.

Daryl Sexton
Mayor
Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council

Mayor Darly Sexton poses against a vibrant, Aboriginal art background. He has a friendly expression.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council (YASC) respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands within the Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire boundaries the Gunggandji and Yidinji peoples, recognising their enduring cultural and spiritual connection to Country. Council recognises the important role of Traditional Owners in caring for lands and waters and is committed to working in collaboration with them in shaping the future of the community. The Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council also wishes to acknowledge all the Yarrabah people brought here from various locations under past government policies. Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council pays its respects to Elders past and present and acknowledges the ongoing strength of Traditional Owner families in maintaining their culture, knowledge and connection to Country.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this website may contain images, voices and names of deceased persons.