History Events in East Arnhem

On 30 July 2026, the Djalkiripuyŋu celebrate the 18th anniversary of our ‘sea rights’ at Bäniyala on the shores of Blue Mud Bay. Our ‘sea rights’ is not about ownership of our coastline, it is about vision – our vision as Djalkiripuyŋu to live, share and thrive in our homelands – the country of our ancestors. Our celebration is a premier national event, that brings together leaders from across Australia to learn about our powerful country, learn its names, patterns and designs; and hear our songs and stories about living and working with the sea for thousands of years.