West Arnhem Regional Council cyclone guide¶
The West Arnhem Regional Council has offices in Jabiru, Darwin, Gunbalanya, Maningrida, Minjilang and Warruwi. In a December 2023 notice it reminded residents to prepare their family, home and pets for cyclone season and pointed them to SecureNT and the NT Police, Fire and Emergency Services. For after hours support the Council says to contact your local Community Office. In an emergency call 000.
Checked on October 10, 2026
Every phone number and web address on this page was checked against official sources on that date. Details can change, especially during a storm. Always follow instructions from West Arnhem Regional Council. In a life threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).
What to know in West Arnhem Regional Council¶
- On 15 December 2023 the Council reminded residents to keep an emergency kit, with at least 3 litres of water per person per day for at least 72 hours, and to know the strongest part of the house.
- The Council says Community Offices are closed for lunch between 12 noon and 1pm daily.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 000 | Police, fire, and ambulance. Call only when someone's life or property is in danger. |
| West Arnhem Regional Council, Jabiru headquarters | +61-8-8979-9444 | Main office, 13 Tasman Crescent, Jabiru. The Council also lists the free call number 1800 886 911. Not for emergencies. |
| West Arnhem Regional Council toll free | 1800-886-911 | Council main toll free line. Not for emergencies. |
| Gunbalanya Community Office | +61-8-8970-3700 | For after hours support the Council says to contact your local Community Office. |
| Maningrida Community Office | +61-8-8979-6600 | For after hours support the Council says to contact your local Community Office. |
| Minjilang Community Office | +61-8-8970-3500 | For after hours support the Council says to contact your local Community Office. |
| Warruwi Community Office | +61-8-8970-3600 | For after hours support the Council says to contact your local Community Office. |
Official alerts and information¶
- SecureNT, cyclone preparedness: The Council points residents here for cyclone preparation, shelters, pets and alerts. Website.
- Bureau of Meteorology, Northern Territory warnings: Weather and tropical cyclone warnings for the Northern Territory. Website.
Evacuation centers¶
Open only when announced
Evacuation centers open only when officials announce them, and not every center opens for every storm. Check the official list of open centers before you leave home. Bring your own bedding, food, water, and medicines.
The West Arnhem Regional Council does not publish a shelter list. It says SecureNT has information on how to find an emergency shelter. A shelter is open only when officials announce it. Check SecureNT and the NT Emergency Service.
Related guides¶
- Should I evacuate?
- What to expect at a cyclone shelter
- Cyclone supply list
- After a cyclone: the first 24 hours
- Insurance claims and disaster aid
Sources¶
Checked on October 10, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.