Last week, our First Nations Engagement Officer, Kyla, had the privilege of touring around Ngarrindjeri Country with the Fish Advisory mob from the Murray Darling Basin, engaging in in cultural activities, insightful presentations and learning all things fish, water and wetlands around the Kurrangk - Coorong, Mungkul-engk - Lower Lakes and Murrundi - Murray Mouth region.
The event began with a moving Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony led by Uncle Mark Koolmatrie, setting the tone for the days ahead. Participants then ventured to the barrages, Raukkan, and Terringe, deepening their understanding of the significance of these sites.
Sylvia and Scotte took us to three locations. The first stop was the Beyond Wetland around Hayborough, known for its ecological richness. Next, the group explored the Mundoo Island Channel, before concluding the morning at a nearby private property, to connect with the land and country, exploring the species in the area. After a day of discovery, participants returned to Goolwa for a three-hour cruise on the Spirit of the Coorong.
The week was jam-packed with learning, culture, connection, and knowledge exchange! Uncle Mark Koolmatrie and Panagiota (Penny) Karamanlis from the Murray-Darling Basin Authority did an amazing job organising this event!