project
Jirribilyi Borroloola Central
| Client | Louw Group |
| Location | Borroloola, NT |
| Completion Year | 2026 |
| Sector | Commercial |
| Interior Design | |
| Remote | |
| Residential | |
| Healthcare |
| Project Manager |
Paul Watkinson
Associate & Senior Design Manager
Harm Van De Veedonk
Executive & Operations Manager
Jirribilyi Borroloola Central, documented by Bennett Architecture, is a culturally appropriate, community-focused hub delivering retail, healthcare, government offices, and social spaces in remote Borroloola. Anchored by Purple House for dialysis services, the centre promotes health and wellbeing while respecting Indigenous culture and local identity. Co-funded by NIAA and MRM Trust, the project exemplifies sustainable regional development, forecast to generate $75M in benefits over 15 years, empowering community connection and long-term economic value.
Key objectives
Deliver a culturally appropriate, community-focused hub that meets the unique needs of Borroloola residents.
Provide essential services including retail, healthcare, government offices, and flexible community spaces.
Improve health outcomes and wellbeing through facilities anchored by Purple House for dialysis and holistic care.
Respect Indigenous culture and local identity through collaborative design and climate-responsive architecture.
Generate long-term social and economic value, with an estimated $75 million benefit over 15 years for the region.
Project Story
Jirribilyi Borroloola Central is a landmark project documented by Bennett Architecture’s multidisciplinary team to deliver a culturally appropriate, community-focused hub in the remote town of Borroloola. The project, co-funded by the National Indigenous Australians Agency and the McArthur River Mine Community Benefits Trust, responds directly to community needs through a collaborative design process. Located at 6 Searcy Street, opposite the school and Malandari store, the centre will provide vital services including retail, healthcare, government offices, and community spaces. Anchored by Purple House, a trusted community-controlled health service offering dialysis treatment, the centre supports improved health outcomes and local wellbeing. Bennett Architecture has worked closely with local stakeholders to ensure the design is respectful of Indigenous culture, climate-responsive, and reflects local identity. The project exemplifies how infrastructure, backed by MRM and the NT Government through the Trust, can empower Indigenous communities and deliver long-term social and economic value. Forecast to generate $75 million in benefit over 15 years, Borroloola Central is a model for sustainable and inclusive regional development.
