The round circle represents “Our meeting place” – a space where community come together to yarn and connect, just as we see at the Lounge today. 

The waves throughout the mural represent the pathways of connection with the land, waterways, skies and the journey of our people across generations.

Each animal holds cultural meaning. The cheeky Waa (Crow) is known as the trickster but carries with it great wisdom. The Bunjil (Eagle) is the creator and a sacred messenger between the physical and spiritual worlds, symbolising power, courage and knowledge. The Emu represents endurance, strength, and resilience, while the Kangaroo symbolises strength, power, and agility.

These elements reflect the natural world before colonisation and speak to the ongoing journey of our people, from the past to now, where this space stands as a culturally safe place of connection.

The little blue wren is especially significant – It’s a totem of one of our beloved Elders who has returned to the Dreamtime. This was included as a way of honouring her presence, reminding us that she is still with us, watching over this place.

The bottom section of the Journey of Connection mural brings the community together. Whether it was adding a frog, snake, wombat, or their own handprint, everyone was invited to help build the mural. The community embraced the opportunity and loved participating with Aunty Sue, expressing their culture, celebrating their connection, and sharing a sense of pride and belonging.