Kalano Community Association Inc. is a community-controlled organisation representing four member communities:
Rockhole, Miali Brumby, Geyulkgan, and Katherine Town.
Membership helps ensure these communities have a strong voice in Kalano’s governance, decision-making and future direction.
Kalano currently has over 360 registered members.
What is Kalano Membership?
Membership lets you be part of Kalano’s decision-making. As a member, you are entitled to attend, speak and vote at general meetings of the Association.
Each of Kalano’s member communities holds bi-monthly Community Engagement Meetings (CEMs) throughout the year. These meetings give members a chance to:
- Share concerns, ideas and community priorities
- Hear updates on housing, programs and projects
- Work together with Kalano staff and leadership
- Raise community issues in a safe and respectful space
- Help guide decisions that affect their community
CEMs are an important way for Kalano to stay connected, listen to community voices and make sure our work reflects what community wants and needs.
Who Can Become a Member?
You can apply to be a member if you:
- Are 18 years or older,
- Are of Aboriginal descent,
- Are a permanent resident of a Kalano Community Association Incorporated member community,
All registered Members of the Association must follow the decisions made by Kalano, as set out in the Kalano Constitution. Members are also required to read and acknowledge the Kalano Community Association Inc. Constitution so they understand the rules and how the Association is run.
Kalano’s membership system ensures governance remains community-driven, culturally appropriate and accountable. Through membership, the voices of the four communities guide how Kalano grows, operates and delivers services.
Want to become a Kalano Member?
If you meet the membership requirements and would like to become a member of Kalano Community Association Inc., you can apply by completing our Membership Application Form.
How to apply:
- Fill out the Membership Application Form.
- Make sure all parts of the form are completed and signed.
- Return the completed form to:
ea@kalano.org.au
Once submitted, your application will be placed on the agenda for the next bi-monthly Council Meeting.
All membership applications are reviewed and approved by the Kalano Council in line with the Constitution.
You will be contacted once your application has been assessed.