An apology to Aboriginal Territorians

I, Michael Murphy, Commissioner of the Northern Territory Police am deeply sorry to all Aboriginal Territorians, for the past harms and injustices caused by members of the Northern Territory Police.

I formally apologise for the hurt inflicted upon Aboriginal people, and together with my fellow officers, I commit the NT Police service to do the hard work to transform our relationship with Aboriginal Territorians for a safer community for all.

We know that we cannot change or undo the past, but together we can commit to not repeating our mistakes and the injustices.

Arlparra

About

To more than 1200 Alyawarra and Anmatyerre speaking people, this area is ‘Utopia’ – rich in Aboriginal culture and lore, rich in Aboriginal languages, an abundance of bush-tucker, batik and art on canvas.

There is a basketball complex and a football oval located in Arlparra. Outdoor activities include hiking through the vast open desert, rock climbing, 4WD driving, dirt biking and camping.

Education

A school opened in Arlparra in 2009 catering for local and surrounding students of all ages.

Health

There is a district clinic, known as the Utopia Clinic, located about 25km north of Arlparra. Another clinic is located in Ampilatwatja.

Attractions

Sandover River