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Gatjil Djerrkura Gatjil Djerrkura i(A122586 works by)
Born: Established: 1949 Yirrkala, Gove Peninsula, East Arnhem Land, Arnhem Land, Top End, Northern Territory, ;
Gender: Male
Heritage: Aboriginal ; Aboriginal Wangurri/ Dhangu
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Gatjil Djerrkura grew up in East Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory of Australia and was educated at the Yirrkala Mission School and Bible College in Brisbane. He belongs to the Wangurri people.

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2001 Centenary Medal For service to Australian society. through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commission
1984 Order of Australia Member of the Order of Australia (AM) In recognition of service to Aboriginal welfare.
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