Western Australia location profile
Djugerari Community WA 6765
Djugerari Community is a very remote Aboriginal community in the central Kimberley region of Western Australia, on Walmajarri Country. It has a small population, strong cultural ties, and a self-reliant lifestyle with services largely accessed via Fitzroy Crossing.
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Why families consider Djugerari Community
Predominantly Walmajarri families with a focus on Country, language, and cultural practices; day-to-day life centres on community, school, and seasonal activities. Residents rely on Fitzroy Crossing for most goods, health services, and administration, with road access sometimes limited in the wet season.
Amenities & services
- Wulungarra Community School
- Visiting primary healthcare services (via Fitzroy Crossing Hospital/RFDS outreach)
- Community hall and sports court
- Nearest major amenities in Fitzroy Crossing: supermarket, fuel, hospital, council services
- Fitzroy Crossing Library, Fitzroy Crossing
Transport & connectivity
- No train services
- No regular public bus; road access only
- Cherrabun Road (unsealed) connecting to Great Northern Highway via Fitzroy Crossing
Lifestyle & recreation
- Community sports oval and basketball court
- Cultural activities and on-Country trips
- Danggu Geikie Gorge National Park near Fitzroy Crossing (boating, walking trails)
- Danggu Geikie Gorge National Park
- Fitzroy River corridor (near Fitzroy Crossing)
Education context
No dedicated childcare centre; early years support is typically through the community school and visiting services, with formal childcare available in Fitzroy Crossing.
- The University of Notre Dame Australia – Broome Campus (approx. 400 km northwest)
- UWA Rural Clinical School – Broome/Derby