Western Desert Nganampa Walytja Palyantjaku Tjutaku
Our Story
In the 1990s, many Pintupi Luritja people of the Western Desert faced the heartbreak of leaving their homeland for life-saving dialysis, separated from family, culture and Country. Determined to change this, the community came together, and in 2000, an auction of Papunya Tula Artists’ works raised over $1 million. This led to the founding of Purple House. Through the power of art and community, Purple House continues to heal and empower.
Where We are
Purple House delivers dialysis services in 20 remote communities across the NT, WA, and SA and a mobile unit called the Purple Truck, as well as Aged Care, Primary Health, and Social Support services from our bases in Alice Springs, Darwin and Perth.
We are currently expanding into many new communities! Check out our new builds here
Work with us
Working at Purple House is dynamic, rewarding and fun! We have lot’s of different opportunities available for the right people. Your skills will directly impact the lives of patients and families across Australia.
In particular, we are always looking for Dialysis Nurses to join the team!
If you are keen to work in some of the most remote places in Australia, experiencing the richness of Country, culture and community, check out our current vacancies!
Support us
Donate
Your donation brings Indigenous renal patients home to Country, reconnecting them with family while accessing life-saving dialysis in remote communities across NT, SA, and WA.
Bush Balm
By shopping with us, you help provide free bush medicine to our patients year-round, while supporting the preservation and passing down of deep cultural knowledge.
volunteer
Volunteering with us is a chance to make a real difference while immersing yourself in Indigenous health, culture, and community. Your support helps improve the lives of renal patients and strengthens cultural connections.
NEWS
The Story Behind Bush is More Better!
“Bush is More Better” are the words of Atitjere (Harts Range) community members who fought for years to bring dialysis home to Country. Created by Atitjere artist Daniel Reiff, this artwork celebrates community, Country and the journey home. This merchandise honours the strength, resilience and determination that made Atitjere Dialysis a reality.
The Story Behind Balgo or Bust!
Created by Tossy Baadjo, this artwork depicts troopys full of dialysis patients that will soon be driving back to Country. This merchandise honours the strength, resilience, advocacy and determination that made Balgo Dialysis a reality. Balgo was never going to be ‘bust’!
New Builds
We are building several new dialysis clinics in communities across NT, SA and WA over the next two years. Stay tuned for more information.
