Anglicare NT activity centre in Nhulunbuy re-opens

“Every program that we have uses the space” said Heidi, Regional Operations Manager in our East Arnhem office. “We want it to reflect the diversity, creativity, and spirit of the community.” 

The Anglicare NT activity centre in Nhulunbuy has been given a face lift recently and it was re-opened to the community with a healing and cleansing ceremony by Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation.  

Traditional Owner and Ceremony Leader Witiyana Marika spoke about the work Anglicare NT does in community and how important it is to work together. Anglicare NT CEO Craig Kelly thanked Witiyana and the Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation for a meaningful ceremony and giving us the honor of working on their land.  

“We’re excited about bringing more local art onto these walls, it’s one of the many ways we can celebrate culture and connection” said Heidi who believes the space should be welcoming to all people.  

“Life is chaotic enough as it is, and for people to know that when they come to Anglicare NT, they can be in a space that can ease some of that chaos means a lot.  

“People experience the world in many different ways, so it is important to us that when people come to Anglicare NT they can relax and engage in the activity they are there for in a comfortable way” she said.