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Kaya, wanju nidja Noongar boodja (Hello, welcome to Noongar country)

Kaya, wanju nidja Noongar boodja (Hello, welcome to Noongar country)Kaya, wanju nidja Noongar boodja (Hello, welcome to Noongar country)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

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. 

KEY ACTIVITIES

NOONGAR TRAIL

DUDJA WAANGKINY

NOONGAR TRAIL

Experience the Noongar connection to this boodja, alongside bilya (river), across kaarta (hills), on ancient bidi (walk tracks), and museum.   

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TRUTH TELLING

DUDJA WAANGKINY

NOONGAR TRAIL

Reclaiming the Noongar voice through  Gnulla Karnany Waangkiny (Our Truth Telling) at Newcastle Gaol Museum (Toodyay) 

Listen

DUDJA WAANGKINY

DUDJA WAANGKINY

GNULLA BIDI BOODJA

Dudja Waangkiny (Toodyay Yarns) is a blog page sharing Noongar cultural, and keeping you connected to the heritage and history of this area

Yarn

GNULLA BIDI BOODJA

GNULLA BIDI BOODJA

GNULLA BIDI BOODJA

Upcoming initiatives. Each project reflects our commitment to truth-telling, healing, cultural revitalisation, and intergenerational connection. 

Grow

CULTURAL AWARENESS

GNULLA BIDI BOODJA

CULTURAL AWARENESS

We support cultural awareness to educate & celebrate local Noongar history and culture. Image: Awareness session at The Shearing Shed  (Toodyay)

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ABOUT US

Noongar Kaartdijin Aboriginal Corporation (NKAC)

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.

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Reconciliation Action Plan

  

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)

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Noongar Bonar (Seasons)

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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

Image: Gum Art by NKAC member Trish May

SUPPORT

Support - Research - Documentation:  Helen of Milimili Wadjela Services (Provided In-kind)

Website Manager: NKAC volunteer Helen Shanks through Milimili Wadjela - Cultural Support Service

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