Celebrating Reconciliation Week
Council is celebrating National Reconciliation Week (May 27 – June 3) with a series of inspiring events.
Strathbogie Shire Council is pleased to partner with wawa biik to offer their wawa Euroa experience during Reconciliation Week on May 31 from 10am to 1pm.
The wawa biik experience offers Taungurung-led cultural experiences across diverse biocultural landscapes of Taungurung Country.
It is Taungurung language and means ‘hello country’ – both a recognition of the deep importance of Country to all Taungurung People and a warm invitation to the wider community to say hello to Country.
Immerse yourself in the Taungurung story – a resilient and inspiring story that spans thousands of years – to learn about Taungurung cultural heritage, ceremony, the impacts of colonisation on Country and provide them the opportunity to celebrate the next generation of Taungurung Culture.
The experience includes a traditional Welcome Smoking Ceremony, followed by a guided walk along the daanak trail to share stories of seasonal native plant species and their uses for food, medicine, and cultural practice.
Being part of this cultural experience at The Arb is not only about honouring our Ancestors but also planting the seeds that will strengthen our culture: inspiring and educating our youth, celebrating our Taungurung language, reviving cultural practices on Country and celebrating the positive community impact of caring for Country.
This experience is normally priced at $145 per person but will be complimentary to celebrate Reconciliation Week. Due to limited availability, there is a limit of two tickets per order. For more details, please reach out to hello@wawabiik.com.au and to book, visit https://taungurung.rezdy.com/523760/wawa-euroa
Strathbogie Shire Council Mayor Cr Laura Binks encouraged the community to take part in this fantastic opportunity.
“There will be the chance to see a free movie screening at the Euroa Community Cinema on May 30 from 6pm,” she said.
Westwind: Djalu’s Legacy [M] tells the story of Yolngu warrior, shaman and father Djalu Gurruwiwi, with some help from global pop star Gotye, must find a way to bring two worlds together to save his culture.
Bookings are essential for this via: https://events.humanitix.com/westwind-ecc
“There will also be an opportunity for women to take part in a traditional weaving workshop at the Euroa Arboretum on June 17, 2023 from 10am to 1pm,” Cr Binks said.
“This is a great opportunity to connect with other women, develop a supportive network, build cultural awareness, to find a moment for calm and reflection and support your mental health.,” Cr Binks said.
Limited spaces are available and bookings are essential via: http://euroaarboretum.com.au/womens-weaving-circle/