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Barkly Regional Council delivers support and services to the culturally diverse communities of the Barkly region.

Barkly Regional Council delivers support and services to the culturally diverse communities of the Barkly - Ali Curung, Ampilatwatja, Alpurrurulam, Arlparra, Elliott, Tennant Creek and Wutunugurra

04/11/2026

ATTENTION SWIMMERS ... the Tennant Creek Swimming Pool will be closed to the public all day tomorrow - Thursday 5 November - due to the Barkly Swimming Carnival.

We know it's hot and the pool is the coolest place in town, so our sincere apologies for any inconvenience.

Regular swimming times will resume on Friday.

Kids, don't forget: entry is free when you bring along a refundable container!

04/11/2026

We're looking for a Finance Manager to join our team in Tennant Creek.

30/10/2026

Everyone deserves access to affordable, healthy food and basic necessities no matter where they live but food security remains a significant issue in some areas across the Barkly.

The Federal Government's Low-Cost Essentials Subsidy Scheme helps reduce the price of necessary shopping items in remote communities in the NT - providing savings between 30% and 50%.

But Elliott residents still don’t have access to these capped-price products.

And that's why we're stepping in to help.

The Barkly Regional Council will provide key shopping essentials so Elliott families can benefit from the subsidy on 30 items including canned fruit and vegetables, sardines, tuna, cereal, milk, flour, rice, pasta, nappies and personal care products.

Stay tuned ... we'll update you all when these lower-cost essential items become available.

29/10/2026

Today we officially welcomed Councillor Harold Dalywaters to the Barkly Regional Council where he joins Councillor Ben Neade in representing the Kuwarrangu Ward.

Councillor Dalywaters, who was elected at the recent supplementary by-election, is a well respected member of the Elliott community and a long term advocate for his people.

Thanks to Councillor Dalywaters’ family for coming into Tennant Creek for the Swearing-In conducted by Mayor Sid Vashist, with Deputy Mayor Valda Shannon and Councillor Pennie Cowin in attendance.

27/10/2026

Join our team in Tennant Creek.

26/10/2026

New ride-on mowers have arrived at Alpurrurulam and already they have been put to good use by the municipal team.

The two mowers are among five new machines added to Council's fleet, with savings from shifting corporate documents to digital formats helping to offset the overall purchase cost.

Everyone agrees Alpurrurulam is now looking very trimmed, tidy and well maintained so cheers to the municipal team for all your deadly work and dedication.

22/10/2026

Join the Australia Day Committee and help plan an event for next year that celebrates the diversity and community spirit of Tennant Creek.

Everyone is welcome.

Contact us today to get involved - email: [email protected] or call 8962 0000.

21/10/2026

Local Authorities across the Barkly region play an important role in representing community views and helping guide decisions on local issues and opportunities.

At the most recent Tennant Creek Local Authority meeting, members agreed to invest $30,000 to improve Anzac Hill in Davidson Street.

The bench seat will be replaced, and accessibility will be improved to make the area safer and more functional.

This investment marks the first step in a broader vision for the site. As you'll see in our concept design, we have plans to continue works to transform Anzac Hill into a more welcoming community space for both residents and visitors.

The Tennant Creek Local Authority is also investing in:
✅ $27,000 to install wood-fired barbeques at Lake Mary Ann.
✅ $15,000 to upgrade the cricket pitch at Purkiss Reserve.
✅ $10,000 towards the Youth Centre Festive Season Extravaganza.
✅ $1,000 to the Pool to purchase swimming nappies.
✅ $4,400 towards the cost of a marquee for the Christmas Tree Committee.

There are currently vacancies on Local Authorities in Tennant Creek, Ali Curung and Wutunugurra.

If you care about your community, this is an opportunity to contribute ideas, represent local voices and make a positive difference.

To nominate, call into your local Barkly Regional Council office; email: [email protected]; or call the Tennant Creek office on 8962 0000.

16/10/2026

The Barkly Regional Council hosted an Australian Citizenship Ceremony today, with 12 local residents taking the formal Pledge of Commitment before our Mayor, Sid Vashist.

Immigrants have been a huge part of Tennant Creek’s community since the early 1930s when people flocked here from all over the country in search of gold.

People from Afghanistan, Greece, Italy, Poland, Indonesia, England, the Philippines, Nepal, India, Africa, Germany, the Pacific Islands, and everywhere in between have contributed to building the economy and character of Tennant Creek over the years; and we continue to welcome the diversity of skills, talents and social vitality that new Australians bring to our town.

So congratulations and a hearty welcome to our newest, fully-fledged citizens and many thanks for helping us to build a better community here on Warumungu country.

16/10/2026

Join the Barkly Regional Council team.

Positions available in Tennant Creek and across the Barkly.

Address

41 Peko Road
Tennant Creek, NT
0860

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:15pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:15pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:15pm
Thursday	8am - 4:15pm
Friday	8am - 4:15pm

Telephone

+61889620000

Website

http://www.barkly.nt.gov.au/

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