This week has been amazing, holding two Lokeri-Freshwater Mussel Yarning Circles, with one event at Clayton Bay and the other at Terringie, Raukkan. These gatherings brought together Elders, Working on Country Rangers, and community members to connect on Country and share knowledge.
The days began with lakeside yarning circles, followed by hands-on activities in the water to search for Lokeri and build skills around its care and conservation. A shared Coorong mullet lunch added to the sense of community and celebration.
Filled with rich storytelling, laughter, and meaningful exchanges, the events emphasized the deep cultural and ecological connections tied to Lokeri. These gatherings showcased the power of coming together to celebrate and protect Country, leaving a lasting impact on all who participated.
We’ve had an exciting month here at the CLLMM Centre, hosting two Ngarrindjeri language and capacity-building workshops led by Kyla McHughes. One workshop was First Nations only, held online, and the other welcomed everyone in person. Both were nragi-ru (really deadly), with participants learning, sharing, and connecting through language and culture.
We’re thrilled to announce that starting next month, we’ll be running three workshops a month—stay tuned for dates and details!
This month we welcomed 56 Year 5 students and their teachers for an exciting excursion focused on the theme, "People can use scientific knowledge to inform responsible action." The students visited CLLMM Research Centre, explored Sugars Beach to learn about dredging, and then headed to the Barrages for a talk with Michael Shelton from SA Water.
The afternoon was packed with discussions on:
The causes of environmental issues and challenges (Causation)
How humans impact other living things, prompting adaptation to changing environments (Change)
Our collective responsibility to take action (Responsibility)
CLLMM Research Centre staff members, Nick Whiterod discussed the importance of good science, while Sue Ellison spoke about the role of good community action. Together, they explored how individuals can actively contribute to climate change solutions.