Local Cultural Learning and Tours
Experience the Ulumbarra CBD Walking Tour and uncover the rich cultural histories of Bendigo. Step into the city’s past present, and future and explore the living culture of Djaara (Dja Dja Wurrung people). Duration 90 minutes.
Uncle Rick’s cultural tours offer an authentic immersion into ancient traditions and practices. Based in Castlemaine, Victoria, Uncle Rick’s Waaman Tours is dedicated to fostering understanding and respect and connection to Aboriginal culture.
For more information please visit the website http://waamantours.com.au or call 1800 615 872
Bendigo District Aboriginal Co-Operative supports organisations to develop a greater understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture and Traditions through their Cultural Awareness Workplace Training Program.
For further information please contact BDAC at cst@bdac.com.au
A Welcome to Country is a ceremony performed by Traditional Owners. When you are on Country this must be performed by a Traditional Owner. In Bendigo and surrounds thi sis the Dja Dja Wurrung people to Welcome you and any visitors to Djandak (Country in Dja Dja Wurrung language).
Learn more from DJAARA about what's involved and how to book
An Acknowledgement of Country is an opportunity for anyone to show respect for the Traditional Owners and the continuing connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to County.
Learn more about Acknowledgement of Country and Welcome to Country