Welcome to the Central Desert Regional Council website
Central Desert Regional Council acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of the lands on which we work.
We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
Council's Vision
OUR VISION
Central Desert people have equality of access to services and opportunities that enhance their well-being.
OUR MISSION
We protect and improve the wellbeing of our communities,
by providing local government and other services,
for people today and tomorrow.
OUR STRATEGY
Two Ways – One Outcome
Indigenous and non-Indigenous people working together.
Eastern Arrernte :: Atherrele ularreke – ularre anerremele mpwaretyeke.
Anmatjere :: Atherr ankwerr - anyent arrarteme
Warlpiri :: Yapa manu kardia jintangka nyinawyjaku
OUR VALUES
CREATIVE
We want to create a culture of innovation within Council that encourages and shares ideas.
RESPECT
Appreciation for cultural differences and everyone's opinions.
INTEGRITY
We want to create a workforce that is honest, dependable, loyal, trustworthy and reliable.
SAFETY
Safety takes priority over all actions and we want everyone to arrive at work and go home from work safe.
PATIENCE
We want to build a workforce that is able to deliver services and take time to actively listen to our community.
OUR GOALS
GOAL 1: I HAVE A CONNECTION TO COMMUNITY
- Everybody feels safe
- I am part of the community
- Our facilities and services suit our needs
GOAL 2: EMPLOYMENT AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
- We attract new business, visitors and create employment opportunities
- Improve liveability in the Central Desert region
GOAL 3: OUR ENVIRONMENT MATTERS
- We understand and protect the environment
- We support activities that maintain and protect culturally significant areas in the region
GOAL 4: OUR ROLE AS COUNCIL IS CLEAR
- Council works with the community
- Advocacy priorities are clear
Council Policies
Individual SPDF versions of policies of the Council are listed below. Policies have been grouped in general subject areas.
All enquiries in relation to policies of the Council can be directed in the first instance to the Governance Officer (08) 8958 9500 or
News From Around the Region
CDRC Stall at Aboriginal Leadership and Governance Forum
The Alice Springs Convention Centre played host to the 2024 Aboriginal Leadership and Governance Forum / NT Treaty Symposia on 4-5 April, and Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) was there to...
Central Desert’s Plans for Developing Local Leaders
CDRC Youth and Communities empowering staff with sustainable employment and career advancement opportunities. Article by Indigenous.gov.au Article link
Anmatjere Local Authority Meeting Well Attended
On 9 April, Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) held a well-attended Local Authority (LA) meeting in Ti Tree, with stakeholders, LA members and community coming together to discuss the emerging...
April Central Desert News Out Now
The April edition of Central Desert News is out now. You can read it at Central Desert News No 51 - April 2024.