Half Circle The Aboriginal Reference Group saw great potential for this area to be used as a main gathering site, and it could be used
Medicine, human nutrition, and potentially CoSE as well.
Cultural and sculptural trails may established on the Inveresk site could be extended into the Willis street landscape, linking accommodation zones at the same time though a landscape ‘theme’. Signage identifying the cultural significance of landscape elements will continue the theme of education. The group noted that it was important not to forget the alley ways, streets and pathways through the industrial portions of the site, such that there is a continuity of cultural presence. Language The reference group discussed the need for Aboriginal language to be used on signage wherever possible, and noted the importance of palawa-kani in being used to establish plant names, plant uses, local histories, history of the stones, and the significance of cultural calendar. In some instances it was felt multiple names relevant to Northern nations should be included too. Next Steps The Aboriginal Reference Group supported the task of mapping the existing Guardian and Nation stones at Riawunna (Newnham) as well as the plants that form part of the Aboriginal landscape. Further, the group noted the importance of individual members being able to talk though the masterplan and landscape concept with the external Aboriginal Reference Group. The members of the group were keen to understand what a report of the workshop process would look like and how it would be part of future engagement with Professor Maggie Walter and Professor Rufus Black. Of real interest was how ultimately the actions of the group would inform the master planning of the site with the architect and landscape architect. James McKee – Project Director, Transformation Facilitators: Tania Harvey – Deputy Director, ISD Jen Smit – Project Manager, ISD Dr Jacqueline Power – Lecturer, Architecture & Design Two workshops were initiated – the first was primarily focused on developing a list of projects and initiatives that could be implemented on the Inveresk precinct, one of the projects identified was the development of a Knowledges of Country, a philosophy that explored the narrative behind the current Riawunna ‘centre’ and how this and other culturally significant initiatives (the transference of knowledges and their associated educational activities) could be embedded in the landscape at Inveresk. The second workshop was more visionary and the document that emerged the ‘Knowledges of Country’ – provided an overarching philosophy that could inform and guide any and all projects associated with the Inveresk precinct including the placement of ‘Riawunna’ the centre – in addition it will
for the whole of the University community for; • Engagement/Education – outdoor learning • Graduations • Welcomes
• Performances – perhaps a ‘half hut’ or dome structure could provide a ‘sound shell’, along with a slightly raised area for a performance stage • Fire pit • Planting – plants that represent the cultural calendar, and ‘life’ – basket weaving, medicinal and healing plants • Partnership with QVMAG could assist this space being used for school engagement/other education The importance of this space as a connection space was discussed – it was felt if this space was designed well it will set the tone for the ‘village atmosphere’. If it wasn’t engaging it would just be a thoroughfare, as it is now. It needs to become a destination, and an important landscape node between the campus, QVMAG and Willis Street. Railway Cottage Green The reference group acknowledged this was an opportunity for engagement between the existing accommodation and the cottage. A secondary, less formal gathering space could be established here along with a landscape strategy involving cultural plants/shrubs Willis Street The landscape strategy for this site has the potential to connect Willis Street to the main campus, through the inclusion of cultural plants such as edible/medicinal plants. There are existing projects that tap into the University’s research themes that are potentially synergistic with the Launceston Institute of Applied Science and Design (LIASD) and the research themes of the College of Health and Briefing Note - 4 June 2019 Subject: Embedding Tasmanian Aboriginal Presence at Inveresk From: Tania Harvey, Deputy Director - ISD Background: The Tasmanian Aboriginal Reference group was formed to develop a series of projects and initiatives that would meaningfully contribute to the Inveresk Precinct with the focus on embedding Tasmanian Aboriginal (and Torres Strait Islander) presence on the site. Tasmanian Aboriginal Reference Group: Caroline Spotswood – Head of Service, Riawunna Aunty Patsy Cameron Assoc Prof Clair Andersen – TILT Courtney Fechner – Aboriginal Student Success Officer Ricky Maynard – Associate Lecturer, Riawunna Nala Mansell-McKenna – Aboriginal Student Success Officer David Warrener - Riawunna Well-being Development Counsellor Working Group Members: Professor Dom Geraghty – Pro Vice Chancellor (Launceston)
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