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Warmun

WA 6743 • Western Australia

457
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
20.26 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RemoteOutbackIndigenous CommunityKimberleyRural

About Warmun

Warmun, also known as Turkey Creek, is a remote Aboriginal community and township in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, located approximately 3,000 kilometres north-east of Perth on the Great Northern Highway, within the Shire of Halls Creek local government area. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 457 residents, with the community being predominantly Aboriginal — the Gija people are the traditional owners of the land and have inhabited this country for thousands of years. The community sits in a dramatic landscape of red gorges and ancient rock formations, with the Turkey Creek waterway running through it.

Warmun is celebrated as a significant centre of Australian Aboriginal art, with the Warmun Art Centre being internationally recognised for the distinctive ochre-painted style of local artists such as Rover Thomas. The nearest service towns are Halls Creek (approximately 160 kilometres to the south) and Kununurra (approximately 200 kilometres to the north), with both accessible via the Great Northern Highway. Social housing comprises the majority of dwellings in the community, and essential services including a school and health clinic operate locally to serve residents in this remote and culturally rich corner of the Kimberley.

Warmun falls under postcode 6743 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kimberley (Mining and Pastoral) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6743
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Durack
State Electorate
Kimberley (Mining and Pastoral)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-17.29°, 129.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
20.26 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound Australia (Great Northern Highway route) — Kununurra / Halls Creek / Broome Kununurra ~2.5 hrs; Halls Creek ~2 hrs

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
3000 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 30+ hrs drive
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 30 hrs drive

🛣️ Warmun is one of Australia's most remote communities. Nearest airport is Kununurra (approx. 200 km). Broome is approx. 858 km west.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Warmun has a community school and health clinic but no retail shops; all major shopping requires travel to Kununurra or Halls Creek

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
457
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Warmun known for? +

Warmun is best known as a centre of Aboriginal art, with the Warmun Art Centre internationally recognised for the distinctive ochre-on-board painting style pioneered by artists including Rover Thomas. The community is also significant for its connection to Gija culture and the dramatic Kimberley landscape surrounding it.

How far is Warmun from the nearest major town? +

Warmun is approximately 160 kilometres north of Halls Creek and around 200 kilometres south of Kununurra, both accessed via the Great Northern Highway. Perth is approximately 3,000 kilometres to the south-west, roughly a 30-hour drive.

Does Warmun have public transport? +

There is no rail service in the Kimberley. Greyhound Australia coach services operate along the Great Northern Highway between Kununurra and Halls Creek, with a stop at Turkey Creek. A vehicle is essential for most travel needs in and around Warmun.

What is the population of Warmun? +

According to the 2021 Census, Warmun has a population of 457 residents. The community is predominantly Aboriginal, with the Gija people as the traditional custodians of the surrounding country.

Is Warmun a good place to live? +

Warmun is a close-knit Aboriginal community offering a deeply connected cultural lifestyle in one of Australia's most spectacular landscapes. It suits those with ties to the Gija community or a commitment to remote area service. Essential services including a school and health clinic operate locally, but major shopping requires travel to Kununurra or Halls Creek.

What is the postcode for Warmun? +

The postcode for Warmun (Turkey Creek), Western Australia is 6743.