Papunya is a remote Aboriginal community located approximately 240 kilometers northwest of Alice Springs in the Northern Territory, Australia. Established in the 1950s, it is home to the Luritja and Pintupi people and is renowned as the birthplace of the Papunya Tula art movement, which played a pivotal role in the development of contemporary Indigenous Australian art. The community faces challenges typical of remote areas, including limited access to services and infrastructure, but it remains a culturally significant site with a strong connection to traditional practices and storytelling. The arid landscape of Papunya is characterized by vast desert plains and sparse vegetation, reflecting the resilience and adaptability of its residents.
| Postcode: | 0872 |
| State: | NT |
| Coordinates (lat/long): | -21.949513, 131.298809 |
| Federal Electorate: | Lingiari |