Galiwin’ku is the largest Yolŋu community in the East Arnhem region. It is located on the southern end of Elcho Island approximately 550km northeast from Darwin and 150km west of Nhulunbuy. Elcho Island is at the south end of the Wessel Island group with the Arafura Sea to the west and the Cadell Strait to the east.

This report outlines updated findings based on a third and final research visit to Galiwin’ku in 2024 as well as updates since a 2024 visit. Building on the Galiwin'ku, NT 2023 community update report, this update report is intended to assist local and regional agencies, leaders and residents to better understand the barriers to digital inclusion, develop local strategies to address these barriers, and support planning and partnerships with government and industry stakeholders.

The report presents research findings to date, compares survey results from 2022 to 2024, renews analysis with 2024 findings and quotes, and outlines changes in communications and media services and usage during and since our visits. The report also presents 2025 Australian Digital Inclusion Index scores for Galiwin’ku relative to national averages.

The proposed Digital Inclusion Plan has been updated based on community input and progress to date, as well as planned activities.

Key survey findings

• 95% have no fixed home internet.
• 80% sometimes, often or always cut back on essential household costs to afford internet.
• 45% of regular users can complete online forms.
• 96% get emergency information in person, 49% First Nations radio, 36% Facebook.