Aboriginal Culture
Located within traditional lands and home of Calara River people, part of the Wiradjuri Nation of indigenous people of NSW, Burrawang enjoys a strong relationship with local Aboriginal people.
Our guests are encouraged to learn about Aboriginal culture by meeting and participating in creative activities with local artists and dancers who are enthusiastic ambassadors for indigenous Australians. See the Burrawang Dreamtime page of this website for an Aboriginal history of Burrawang West Station.
| Optional Cultural Activities | |
| Aboriginal Corroborree | Koori Art Painting |
| Yiddaki/Didgeridoo Playing Workshop | “Spirit” Artwork |
Contact us for details and rates. Reservations are required at the time of your accommodation booking.
Aboriginal Corroboree
Relax around the outback campfire and experience a traditional Aboriginal Corroboree performed to the ancient rhythms of the Didgeridoo by our local youth dance troupe, the “Wandangs”.
Koori Art Painting
Learn about our indigenous culture as you paint a Didgeridoo, Clap Stick, Boomerang or bull-roar using traditional colours, symbols and techniques, under the guidance of a local Aboriginal artist. Discover the “Dreamtime” story which inspires each creation. Take home your finished creation as a unique souvenir.
Group size is very limited to assure your experience is rich and unique.
Yiddaki / Didgeridoo Playing Workshop
Instructed by artist and performer Mark Powell and using your own authentic didgeridoo, you’ll learn basic breathing techniques and sounds of this sacred instrument. While you learn, Mark shares traditional teachings and stories to help you appreciate the complexities of his ancient culture.
Note: Consistent with Aboriginal cultural beliefs, this package is only available to male guests.
"Spirit" Readings/Artwork
Make a time to sit for your own personal or family “Spirit” readings. During this time with Intuitive
Artist, Rebecca Shepherd, you’ll discover the ‘spirits’ and guides surrounding you on your life journey.
Learn about Australian Aboriginal totems and their special teachings and stories. You’ll take home a large pastel artwork (unframed for easy transport) and a set of Life Journey Stones (pictured) with your interpretive reading.
Rebecca is happy to provide a spirit portrait (by commission), in your choice of acrylics or pastels, which can be posted after your stay at Burrawang
