naidoc program - City of Monash
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<strong>Monash</strong> Council proudly presents<br />
NAID C WEEK 2013<br />
A Celebration <strong>of</strong> Indigenous Culture and Heritage in <strong>Monash</strong><br />
<strong>Monash</strong> Language Assist<br />
Directory<br />
Language Assist<br />
(03) 9321 5480<br />
(03) 9321 5481<br />
(03) 9321 5482<br />
(03) 9321 5483<br />
(03) 9321 5484<br />
(03) 9321 5485<br />
(03) 9321 5486<br />
(03) 9321 5487<br />
Other<br />
Languages<br />
(03) 9321 5488<br />
7–14 July<br />
Gunaikurnai Waribuk (makers mark) by Lee Darroch<br />
For more information, please contact 9518 3636<br />
www.monash.vic.gov.au/events
NAID C WEEK 2013<br />
‘Badjurr-bulok munga’<br />
20 JUNE – 17 JULY<br />
Exhibition<br />
Barring-ik (My path)<br />
- Mandy Nicholson<br />
Layers<br />
- Megan Van Den Berg<br />
You are warmly<br />
invited to attend the<br />
OFFICIal LAUNCH<br />
<strong>Monash</strong> Civic Centre,<br />
293 Springvale Road,<br />
Glen Waverley<br />
Tuesday 2 July: 11:30am<br />
No Booking required<br />
Cost: Free<br />
Contemporary Aboriginal Artworks by Megan Van Den Berg,<br />
Lee Darroch, Mandy Nicholson and Emma Bamblett<br />
‘Badjurr-bulok munga’ (meaning in Woiwurrung: many women make) presents four Victorian<br />
Aboriginal female artists who pay homage to their Aboriginal heritage through their colourful and<br />
bright art work. We invite the community into the world <strong>of</strong> contemporary Aboriginal Victorian art to<br />
share the interest and the beauty <strong>of</strong> Aboriginal heritage. The <strong>Monash</strong> streetscape will be alive with<br />
art that is accessible to all ages.<br />
WORKS WIll BE DISPLAYED AROUND THE CITY OF MONASH IN ADVERTISIng<br />
DISPLAYS (BUS SHELTERS)<br />
BADJURR-Bulok MUNGA STATIC EXHIBITIon<br />
See the Exhibition in its entirety at the post NAIDOC Week Exhibition display at the <strong>Monash</strong> Civic Centre.<br />
Exhibition runs from Monday 15 July – Wednesday 31 July: 9am – 5pm weekdays only<br />
<strong>Monash</strong> Civic Centre: 293 Springvale Road, Glen Waverley. For more information, phone 9518 3636<br />
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NAID C WEEK 2013<br />
Aboriginal FLAG RAISING CEREMONY<br />
<strong>Monash</strong> Council hosts an Aboriginal Flag Raising to celebrate 2013<br />
NAIDOC Week, which has the theme: “We value the vision: Yirrkala Bark Petitions 1963”.<br />
This year’s theme proudly celebrates the 50th anniversary <strong>of</strong> the presentation <strong>of</strong> the Yirrkala Bark Petitions<br />
to the Federal Parliament.<br />
The <strong>program</strong> includes a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony from the Wurundjeri tribe,<br />
an Aboriginal flag raising, morning tea and a performance by the Koorie Tiddas. This will be followed by the<br />
‘Badjurr-bulok munga’ Exhibition launch.<br />
Tuesday 2 July: at 10am – 11:30am<br />
<strong>Monash</strong> Civic Centre: 293 Springvale Road, Glen Waverley<br />
Cost: Free. No Booking required. For more information, phone 9518 3569<br />
Badjurr-BULOK MUNGA EXHIBITION BUS<br />
Experience the Exhibition on a ‘hop on, hop <strong>of</strong>f’ bus. Be chauffeured to each <strong>of</strong> the JCDecaux Advertising<br />
Displays and see the artworks by bus. On the way, you will stop at the Highway Gallery and be invited to<br />
see Aboriginal portraiture painted by artist Amanda Wright.<br />
If you would like to continue your art experience, stay on for the final stop at the <strong>Monash</strong> Gallery <strong>of</strong> Art<br />
where you will be greeted by the Gallery staff for some light refreshments and will be able to see the<br />
Carol Jerrems Photographic Exhibition. Jerrems’ images have come to define a decade in Australia’s history.<br />
Through her lens, Jerrems explores women’s liberation, social inclusiveness for street youths,<br />
and Indigenous people in the cities campaigning for justice and land rights.<br />
Monday 8 July: at 9:30am, Tuesday 9 July: at 9:30am, Friday 12 July: 11:45am<br />
Bus departs from the <strong>Monash</strong> Gallery <strong>of</strong> Art: 860 Ferntree Gully Road, Wheelers Hill<br />
Cost: Free. Bookings essential: phone 9518 3569<br />
CHILDREN’S WORKSHOP & ARTIST DEMONSTRATION<br />
AT HIGHWAY GALLERY<br />
The Highway Gallery is a community run gallery in Mount Waverley that presents quality exhibitions by<br />
emerging and established artists. See some great artwork by Amanda Wright and get the children involved<br />
with a Boomerang Painting Workshop. A fun activity for children to share with their grandparents!<br />
Paint and take home your very own boomerang.<br />
Wednesday 10 July: at 1pm – 3pm Highway Gallery: 14 The Highway, Mount Waverley<br />
Cost: $10 per head (Proceeds will go to the Highway Gallery) Bookings essential: phone 9807 7261<br />
Exhibiting artist Amanda Wright will be running a two hour demonstration at the Gallery. Watch the<br />
wonderful technique she uses to paint Aboriginal portraits.<br />
Thursday 11 July: at 1pm – 3pm<br />
Cost: $10 per head donation (Proceeds will go to the Highway Gallery)<br />
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NAID C WEEK 2013<br />
KInja’S DIDGERIDOO, VIOLIN & IndIGENOUS STORY TIME<br />
Hear the sounds <strong>of</strong> the didgeridoo and violin come alive through the wonderful storytelling <strong>of</strong><br />
Ron Murray and Sarah James. Ron and Sarah celebrate the cultural heritage <strong>of</strong> their ancestors<br />
through engaging stories and music.<br />
Wednesday 10 July: at 10am – 11am<br />
Glen Waverley Library: 112 Kingsway, Glen Waverley<br />
Cost: Free. No bookings required. For more information, phone 9560 1655<br />
GUIDED Walk WITH WurundjERI EldER AT VallEY RESERVE<br />
Take a guided walk <strong>of</strong> Valley Reserve with a Wurundjeri elder tour guide in this event organised by<br />
<strong>Monash</strong> Council and the Waverley Bushwalking Club. Enjoy a free BBQ afterwards. Please arrive<br />
early to register for the walk.<br />
Wednesday 10 July: at 11:30am – 1pm<br />
Valley Reserve: Waimarie Dve, Mount Waverley, Melway 70G2 (meet at the BBQ Shelter)<br />
Cost: Free. No bookings required. For more information, phone 9518 3527<br />
WURUNDJERI TRIBE STORYTELLING<br />
Dancers and storytellers from the Wurundjeri tribe will be telling Indigenous stories and teaching<br />
children traditional dance. This session is open to all school-aged children.<br />
Tuesday 9 July: at 2:30pm<br />
Mulgrave Library, Mulgrave Neighbourhood House: 36 – 42 Mackie Rd, Mulgrave<br />
Cost: $2.80 per child. Bookings (which open 17 June) are essential, phone 9546 1253<br />
ACOUSTIC POP UP CONCERT<br />
See contemporary musicians Benny Walker and James Henry perform live. Benny Walker’s intimate<br />
song-writing is complemented by a rich, soulful voice. The musically skilled James Henry has<br />
performed as a guitarist on the recent Black Arm Band tour <strong>of</strong> the UK, among other achievements.<br />
Thursday 11 July: Benny Walker 12:30pm – 1:30pm, James Henry 3:30pm – 4:30pm<br />
Glen Waverley Library Forecourt: 112 Kingsway, Glen Waverley<br />
Cost: Free. No bookings required. For more information, phone 9518 3569<br />
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NAID C WEEK 2013<br />
‘THE POSSum HunT’ PUPPET SHOW<br />
FolloWED BY A SCREENIng OF “THE SAPPHIRES”<br />
<strong>Monash</strong> Reconciliation Group present these engaging activities for all ages. In this Puppet Workshop<br />
and Puppet Show, children can hear Auntie Iris retell her childhood adventures. After the puppet<br />
show, stay on to watch the acclaimed feel good film “The Sapphires”.<br />
Saturday 13 July: “The Possum Hunt” Puppet Show and workshop, at 12:30pm – 1:30pm<br />
“The Sapphires”, 2pm screening (running time: 103mins)<br />
Clayton Community Centre: Cooke Street, Clayton<br />
Cost: Free. No bookings required. For more information, phone 9518 3569<br />
ABORIGINAL STorYTIME<br />
Enjoy Aboriginal-themed stories and crafts at all <strong>Monash</strong> Libraries.<br />
Monday 8 July: at 10:30am<br />
Wheelers Hill Library: ph 9561 6211 Clayton Library: ph 9544 0668<br />
Tuesday 9 July: at 10:30am<br />
Mount Waverley Library: ph 9807 5022 Glen Waverley Library: ph 9560 1655<br />
Wednesday 10 July: at 10:30am<br />
Mount Waverley Library: ph 9807 5022 Wheelers Hill Library: ph 9561 6211<br />
Oakleigh Library: ph 9563 4138<br />
Thursday 11 July: at 10:30am<br />
Glen Waverley Library: ph 9560 1655 Oakleigh Library: ph 9563 4138<br />
Thursday 11 July: at 2pm Mulgrave Library: ph 9546 1253<br />
Friday 12 July: at 10:30am Clayton Library: ph 9544 0668<br />
MONASH RECONCILIATION GROUP EXHIBITION<br />
Works <strong>of</strong> Victorian Aboriginal Artists, Judith Young and her three daughters, are on display at the<br />
Glen Waverley Library.<br />
Exhibition runs from Monday 1 July – Wednesday 31 July: 9am-5pm weekdays only<br />
Glen Waverley Library: 112 Kingsway, Glen Waverley<br />
Cost: Free. No bookings required. For more information, phone 9560 1655<br />
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Front cover image<br />
Gunaikurnai Waribuk (makers mark)<br />
Artist Statement -<br />
“When researching possum skin cloaks I found<br />
seven images drawn by A.W. Howitt depicting<br />
key waribruk markings from Gippsland. These<br />
images have been returned to Elders.”<br />
Pastel on pastel paper 2009 artwork provided<br />
by Lee Darroch (Yorta Yorta, Mutti Mutti,<br />
Boon Wurrung).<br />
<strong>Monash</strong> Language Assist<br />
Directory<br />
Language Assist<br />
(03) 9321 5480<br />
(03) 9321 5481<br />
(03) 9321 5482<br />
(03) 9321 5483<br />
(03) 9321 5484<br />
(03) 9321 5485<br />
(03) 9321 5486<br />
(03) 9321 5487<br />
Other<br />
Languages<br />
(03) 9321 5488<br />
This flyer is available in alternative formats upon request<br />
Please contact: Phone 9518 3636<br />
ttY (hearing impaired) 9518 3655 Email events@monash.vic.gov.au
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