Bridging now to next Reconciliation week event

Join us for an afternoon of celebration of First Nations culture through art and story.

This is a free family event.

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#### 3:30 PM: Art Activity with Jareen Wyatt (Painting Country)

Join Wongutha artist Jareen Wyatt as she guides the creation of art through gumnut painting, reflecting the beauty and spirit of the land.

Meet and Yarn with Aunty Brenda and Aunty Norma - Local Noongar Elders from City of Belmont Aboriginal Advisory Group.
Limited Kangaroo stew and refreshments will be available until 4pm.

#### 4:15pm: Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony with Aunty TJ - Tjalaminu Mia and Michael Spratt

Aunty TJ, a Menang Goreng Wadjari Noongar woman, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from her extensive work in government, community services, education, social justice, and human rights. Her profound connection to the lower south-west and Great Southern regions of Western Australia will give you a deep understanding of the power of the Noongar Six Seasons.

Michael Spratt, a Noongar Yamatji man, will captivate you with his passion for Indigenous dancing and the mesmerising sounds of the didgeridoo. His performances are not just entertainment but a deep cultural expression that bridges the past and present, connecting everyone to the timeless traditions of his ancestors.