Destination Wollongong and the Illawarra Aboriginal Corporation (IAC) have initiated a new Tourism Attraction that promotes and informs visitors of the people, places, and stories of Dharawal Country.
The principal elements of the Dharawal Country Experience are:
Dharawal Country
A new 9-screen show that will display bespoke videos, telling the history, culture, and significance of Dharawal Country. The videos include the videos from the previous Jumbulla Aboriginal Interpretive Centre and specially commissioned videos of Dharawal Elders telling stories of Dharawal Country – commissioned by Wollongong City Council.
A stunning panoramic photo overlooks Wollongong showcasing Aboriginal places & names accompanied by interpretive signage that tell the stories of our First People's culture and lifestyle.
Dharawal Country – Learning Hub
Each of the 3 learning ‘tables’ – take children on a journey through various fun-facts of Dharawal Country, including learning to say Hello and Goodbye in Dharawal.
Dharawal Country – Stories Hub
Two large original local works showcased in the foyer tell of our young first nations people’s affection for their Country.
These 2 works were finalists in the Wollongong City Libraries – Dharawal Country Student Art Competition.
Southern Gateway Centre, M1 Princes Motorway, Bulli Tops
e.tourism@visitwollongong.com.
Phone: 02 4267 5910
