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Cultural Celebrations
Our NSW team created art through weaving on Awabakal and Worimi Country.
The QLD team created art while listening to a didgeridoo meditation on Turrbal and Jagera Country.
The WA team created a unique painting representing Whadjuk seasons on Whadjuk Country.
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Our Impact Through storytelling, cultural workshops and immersive experiences, we have deepened cultural respect. From learning about Stolen Generations to celebrating NAIDOC Week and First Nations art, our teams have embraced opportunities to listen, reflect, and grow—building empathy, resilience, and a stronger commitment to reconciliation across WGA.
• To celebrate NAIDOC Week, our WA team took part in a meaningful experience led by Justin from Djurandi Dreaming. During a yarning and painting session, Justin guided the group to create a collaborative artwork that reflected the Whadjuk seasons. At its heart was a yarning circle — symbolising the connection and teamwork that define our WA team. During the session, Justin shared traditional stories that brought depth and cultural significance to the experience. Adding to the event, All Good Grub Bushtukka, provided a morning tea featuring native ingredients. This event was an opportunity for the WA team to deepen their understanding and appreciation of First Nations culture, fostering unity and respect that will continue to shape our work.
• In SA, the team participated in an educational and engaging art workshop led by Eastern Arrernte artist and Founder of We Create Print Deliver, Pat Caruso. Pat shared his journey of reconnecting with his roots over the past 20 years, taking his children, communities and clients on a path of knowledge sharing, self-reflection and embracing the many facets of our identities. The SA team gained insights into product creation and life-cycle management through Pat’s extensive career and the challenges faced by First Nations people and business owners. After listening to Pat's stories, the team painted created artwork reflecting personal journeys. This event allowed the team to learn, grow and celebrate First Nations culture. • In QLD, the team welcomed Birrunga Wiradyuri from Birrunga Gallery for an "Importance of Place" workshop. The session commenced with a Welcome to Country, followed by Birrunga's insightful discussion on Indigenous heritage and historical sites, enriched with his personal and familial cultural narratives.
The workshop underscored the vital importance of preserving and respecting cultural and historical ties to place. Through a didgeridoo painting meditation and art activity, the team delved into the significance of locations that hold personal meaning, creating artworks that serve as cherished keepsakes. • Our NSW team took time to explore the rich history of the land they work on. For NAIDOC Week, they were joined by Kristin Sheldon, a talented weaver from Speaking In Colour. Kristin shared powerful insights into the history and significance of weaving — not just as an art form, but as a means of storytelling, teaching, and trade. Her perspective deepened the teams understanding of local cultural practices and traditions.
INNOVATE - RECONCILIATION ACTION PLAN
RAP - JULY 2025 – JULY 2027
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