Housing
Gumatj Corporation addresses housing challenges in Gunyangara through a combination of local manufacturing, consistent building and maintenance, innovative leasing, and strategic collaboration with the government. We hold a 99-year township lease, simplifying development processes and boosting lender confidence, while giving the traditional owners the opportunity to make decisions about what happens on their land in a way that positively impacts the residents, economically and socially.
HOW WE SUPPORT HOUSING
1
Local construction
Delta Reef Gumatj is the exclusive construction company of Gunyangara, building housing and supporting Yolŋu employment since 1991.
2
Local manufacturing
To reduce building costs and support local employment, Gumatj Corporation manufactures their own construction materials such as concrete blocks and timber.
3
Township lease
Ngarrariyal holds a 99-year lease over Gunyangara, which simplifies development processes, boosts lenders' confidence in providing mortgages and facilitates home ownership for community members.
4
Maintenance & support
Through Delta Reef Gumatj, ongoing maintenance and support is provided to the locals in Gunyangara, ensuring a higher standard in quality of life, promoting social and economic development.
5
Remote housing strategy
Gumatj negotiates for Government funding which supports the construction of private housing. This initiative aims to improve housing conditions and provide stability for long-term employees.
6
Training & development
Housing projects provide opportunities for training of local residents and employment pathways to Delta Reef Gumatj and other potential companies.