Our People

Our people are the core existence of our organisation. Tiwi Land Council values diversity and inclusivity and aims to offer a harmonious and dynamic workplace for all. We believe an environment where people are able to be their true authentic self; are valued and heard, is the key. In summary, our people matter. 

Chair

Leslie Tungatalum

Deputy Chair

Austin Wonaeamirri

TIWI LAND COUNCIL - ELECTION OF NOMINEES FOR TRUSTEE 2023

The Northern Territory Electoral Commission conducted elections from 20 June to 29 June 2023 for the position of Trustee nominee for each of eight Tiwi clans.

Eight clan meetings were held. At each meeting nominations were accepted, and if required, an election was held.

As a result of that process, and the Ministers decision, the following clan members are appointed as Trustees of the Tiwi Land Council.

Tiwi Land Council Members - Elections held December 2023 and January 2024

TLC Staff

Chief Executive Officer - Brendan Ferguson
Chief Financial Officer - Maria Juan
People & Development Manager - Mandy Konatic 
Manager, Tiwi Engagement & Strategy - Helen Daiyi
Principal Legal Officer - Alex Clunies-Ross
Finance Manager - Josephine Martens 
Finance Officer - Gina Minoza
Governance, Risk & Compliance - Marama Sukani
Media & Communications Officer - Alan James
HR Administrator - Jean Daet
Grants & Projects Officer - Kristine Matienzo 
Quarantine & Biosecurity Officer - Tamara South
Executive Assistant - Tyeanne Heenan-Tinoco
Receptionist/Records Officer - Zaylee Lynch
Resource and Environmental Officer - Murray Knyvett
Resource and Environmental Officer - Sarah Ryan
Field Support Officer - John Sebastian Pilakui
Anthropologist - Nicole Ng
Anthropologist - Isabelle Favre
Field Support Officer - John Sebastian Pilakui
WHS & Training Officer - Vacant 
Manager, Land Use & Operations - Vacant
Senior Policy Officer - Vacant
Tiwi Leader's Forum (TLF) Coordinator - Vacant

Past Tiwi Land Council Chair's