Cherelle Wurrawilya was elected chair and Ida Mamarika deputy chair.

Ms Wurrawilya says the board will continue to deliver the key initiatives contained in the ALC strategic plan, which include a range of wealthcreating projects, such as a high-end seafood farm.

The land council is driving the commercial enterprises in preparation for the closure of the manganese mine in 2031 when royalties will cease.

“These are big projects that are critical for the future and the preservation of culture and are guided by the aspirations and goals of the Anindilyakwa people.”

Ms Wurrawilya says the land council is focused on delivering better outcomes for the Anindilyakwa people, including through the six Groote archipelago local decision-making agreements.

“Many ALC board members will continue to lead Aboriginal corporations to create change through local control across key areas,” she says.

ALC chief executive Mark Hewitt congratulated the newly-elected board.

“We warmly welcome the new board and look forward to working with them on the many important initiatives being delivered on Groote,” he says.

“It is especially pleasing to see the strong female leadership of the ALC board.”

The election of a new board was overseen by the Australian Electoral Commission.

ELECTION RESULTS

Noeliza Amagula

Ida Mamarika

Elaine Mamarika

Bradley Bara

Serena Bara

Gregory Jaragba

Lionel Jaragba

Cain Wurramara

Ainsley Wurramara

Jennie Bara Bara

Joyleen Bara Bara

Renato

Marocchini Wurramarrba-Lalara

Rosalie Lalara

Wilson Maminyamanja

Emma Maminyamanja

Scott Wurramarrba

Sherita Wurramarrba

Wayne Wurrawilya

Cherelle Wurrawilya

James Frances Durilla

COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVES

Matty McKenzie

Josh Mamarika

Elliot Bara