Gangan

About Gangan

History

Gangan, ancestral land of the Dhalwaŋu people, is a remote inland riverside community. One the largest homelands in east Arnhemland, it has strong, cohesive and forward thinking leadership. Gangan community artists are well known both nationally and internationally. The community is determined to secure a sustainable and independent future for their children on their ancestral country. Fish, turtle and freshwater shellfish are a significant part of the community diet.

Artists

Gangan has some world famous artists and their art is available at Buku-Larrŋgay Mulka Art Centre in Yirrkala. Please see the artists profiles below from Gangan:

Getting there

By Road

Gangan is 206 kms from Yirrkala
Travel time from Yirralka in 4X4 – approx. 4-5 hours, depending on weather and road conditions
4X4 is required to reach the homeland
GPS Coordinates: -13.04383672916181, 135.9441440342753

By Air

70 kms flying out of Gove Airport with Air Arnhem, MAF Australia or Black Diamond Aviation

Private Land

Please note that Laynhapuy Homelands are private land and not to be visited without permission. Some homelands can be accessed with the appropriate permit, please contact us for more information

More Information

For more Information on the best time to travel and road conditions, please visit the East Arnhem Land Website