Kaya, wanju nidja Noongar boodja (Hello, welcome to Noongar country)
Our Shire (Toodyay) is in a unique location being within boodja (lands) of three Noongar tribes: Yued - Ballardong -Whadjuk
Our Shire (Toodyay) is in a unique location being within boodja (lands) of three Noongar tribes: Yued - Ballardong -Whadjuk
We proudly share and celebrate local Noongar cultural heritage. Sitting within the lands of the Yued, Ballardong, and Whadjuk moort (families), Toodyay is known as ‘dudja’—a Noongar term describing this mist-covered region, especially during the coldest season of Makuru.
Experience Noongar people’s connection to this boodja (land) alongside bilya (river), across kaarta (hills), into museums and on ancient bidi (walk tracks).
Reclaiming the Noongar voice through Truth Telling. Image: Part of Gnulla Karnany Waangkiny (Our Truth Telling) at Newcastle Gaol Museum (Toodyay)
We support cultural awareness to educate & celebrate local Noongar history and culture. Image: Awareness session at The Shearing Shed (Toodyay)
NKAC is a small Aboriginal corporation in Toodyay, Directors are all volunteers.
NKAC is registered under ATSI Act.
a) We share and celebrate Aboriginal cultural heritage of the area through projects, education and activities
b) We create cultural awareness through ‘truth telling’; the development of the 'Noongar Trail', and lead ‘connection to country’ initiatives.
c) We work closely with Shire of Toodyay (and other entities) implementing reconciliation and inclusion opportunities.
We are not a traditional owner / native title group.
NKAC acknowledge and pay respect to Noongar Elders . Aboriginal people should be aware this site contains images & names of people who have passed. While we acknowledge the Shire covers Yued, Ballardong and Whadjuk boodja, - the info provided is in good faith based mostly on Ballardong and we understand there are differences in language across the wider Noongar nation.
Shire of Toodyay launched its first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) in 2021. This was done in partnership with Noongar Kaartdijin Aboriginal Corporation. NKAC Chairman Robert Miles said it was with great pride that he was able to represent the Noongar community, and pay respects to the Noongar Elders. He thanked the Shire for their 'generosity of spirit' and unwavering support for a plan that is more than just words, but more of action and commitment. (RAP doc on Shire website). During Reconciliation Week 2023 the Shire launched the second RAP 2023-2026. Image: First RAP launch 2021. (Previous) Shire CEO Suzie Haslehurst, NKAC Director / Ballardong Elder Sharmaine Miles, NKAC Chairman Robert Miles, (Previous) Shire President Rosemary Madacsi, WA Labor MLC Darren West (Member Ag Region)
Noongar Kaartdijin Aboriginal Corporation (NKAC)
Hours / Contact: As volunteer directors of a small group we will get back to you as soon as we can. You can email NKAC at: noongarkaartdijin@gmail.com
Support - Research - Documentation: Milimili Wadjela Services (Provided In-kind)
Website Manager: NKAC volunteer Helen Shanks through Milimili Wadjela Services
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