News & Publications
Commercial fishing activity in Buckingham Bay reeled in due to inaction from NT Government
Sep 20, 2023
In March 2023 the Northern Land Council (NLC) received a letter from the Member for Mulka, Yingiya Mark Guyula, relaying significant fisheries management concerns on behalf of families in the Buckingham Bay area of the East Arnhem region.
Aboriginal Sea Company to make waves with new Chair and CEO
May 26, 2022
The NLC congratulates Calvin Deveraux as Chairman and Robert ‘Bo’ Carne as CEO of the recently incorporated Aboriginal Sea Company (ASC).
History made with Aboriginal Sea Company incorporation
Feb 25, 2022
On Friday 18 February 2022, the Aboriginal Sea Company (ASC) was incorporated, marking a major milestone in the historic Blue Mud Bay settlement.
Aboriginal Intertidal Waters Access Map updated following consultations with Traditional Owners
Dec 3, 2021
Recreational fishers will have access to more areas of Aboriginal sea country in the Northern Territory following extensive consultations between the Northern Land Council and Traditional Owners.
Blue Mud Bay Plan will protect Aboriginal sea country rights
Sep 1, 2020
On 29 July 2020 the NLC and the NT Government signed the Blue Mud Bay Action Plan.
Blue Mud Bay Action deal will protect Aboriginal sea country rights
Aug 6, 2020
The NLC and the NT Government signed the Blue Mud Bay Action Plan on 29 July.