Halls Creek · Western Australia

Marlagowyah Memberships

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Become a Member


Marlagowyah Aboriginal Corporation is owned and guided by its members - the people of Halls Creek and the surrounding town communities. Becoming a member means having a say in the direction of the organisation and helping shape the future for our young people.

Membership is free. There are no joining fees and no ongoing fees.

As a member, you can:

  • Attend, speak and vote at general meetings and AGMs - every member has one vote
  • Put forward resolutions and ask the directors to call a general meeting
  • Stand to become a director (if you meet the eligibility rules)
  • Look at the register of members, meeting minutes and the Rule Book free of charge
  • Raise a dispute and have it dealt with under the corporation's dispute resolution process
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Who can join?


To become a member, you must be:

  • At least 15 years old
  • An Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person
  • Living in the township of Halls Creek or the surrounding Lundja (Red Hill), Mardiwah Loop, Nicholson Block or Yardgee communities, and have lived there for at least 24 months in a row

What We Ask of Members


  • Follow the corporation's rules
  • Let us know if your residential or postal address changes
  • Treat other members with respect
  • Attend general meetings and AGMs where you can, or send your apologies

How Membership Ends


A person stops being a member if they resign in writing, move away from Halls Creek and the town communities for more than 12 months in a row, or pass away. Membership can also be cancelled in limited circumstances set out in the Rule Book.

How to apply


  • Fill in the application form. Download the Application for Membership Form below, or pick one up from our office.

  • Send it to us. Return your completed form to the corporation - [in person at our office / by post to (address) / by email to (email)].

  • The directors consider your application. All applications are considered at a directors' meeting within a reasonable time of being received.

  • We'll let you know. If your application is accepted, your name is added to the register of members within 14 days and you're officially a member!


Download Membership Application Form

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