Housing repairs improving living in Homelands

Just over 200 kilometres south west of Darwin, the Homeland of Bulgul has a population of about 20 people, where home improvements will transform the face of the community.

Two homes in Bulgul have received much needed infrastructure upgrades through the Homeland Housing and Infrastructure Program.

One home received two additional bedrooms and a bathroom downstairs for improved accessibility. The other received a new back door for improved ventilation and a new hot water system.

Homelands are remote living areas located on Aboriginal land, defined by traditional or historical ties. Previously, infrastructure was largely left to Aboriginal Territorians to design, build and manage.

Ten Bulgul homes will receive upgrades, which are expected to be complete in under a year.

Works in Bulgul are being done by Yilli Rreung Housing Aboriginal Corporation, which has a 15-year relationship with the Bulgul community and has employed 16 Aboriginal workers, four of which are Traditional Owners of Bulgul.