Melvin Farmer - Chairperson
Melvin is a Walakaja elder and his two language groups are Manyjilyjarra and Pintupi.
Kennedy Finlay - Deputy Chairperson
Kennedy's is a Pilakaja elder and his language is Manyjilyjarra. He is a husband, father and grandfather who enjoys hunting, fishing and being on his Country. He strongly believes that law is his training ground, and it is an important responsibility to teach and share wisdom and knowledge with the next generation of Martu.
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Alistair Sammy - Director
Alistair’s area is Karlamyingurrara and his two language groups are Warnman and Kartujarra. Alistair is all about Martu land, culture, and identity, and strives to do whatever he can to protect the connection between Martu families and their Country.
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Gillian Dodd - Director
Gillian is from Ngayunanalku and speaks Putijarra. She is honoured to be a Director on the WDLAC Board. Gillian wants to help make the right decisions for the future of all Martu People. She also wants to encourage young people to recognise their importance as they are the future leaders.
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Lindsay Robinson - Director
Lindsay is a Manyjilyjarra man from Rirrakaja. He is proud to be working in the best interests of all Martu people.
Angus Robinson - Casual Director
Angus is from the Rirrakaja area and speaks Manyjilyjarra. He wants to share his knowledge and the wisdom passed down from the Elders and family, to the next generation of Martu people throughout the Western Desert. This is what will keep our people and culture strong into the future.
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Simon Hawkins - Acting CEO
Simon Hawkins is the acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of WDLAC, the PBC for the Martu people. He is also the CEO of Yamatji Marlpa Aboriginal Corporation.
Address PO Box 3072, 249 Hay St, Perth WA 6892
Phone (08) 9486 9797
Mail chicks@wdlac.com.au
WDLAC | 2017