Elders messages
We invite you to walk with us, so that reconciliation becomes our way as a University. We are inspired by the University’s commitment, its path to reconciliation and know that this is a human endeavour where the fostering of respectful relationships and recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and contributions becomes part of the fabric within the University.
We know our connection to Country through Indigenous knowing, being and doing offers significant insights to the University community
Dr Uncle Richard Fejo
Senior Larrakia Elder
Senior Elder-On-Campus, Darwin
“There is an old saying that happiness is not a destination but a way of life. Reconciliation is the same, we need to think about reconciliation in the same way. Reconciliation needs to become our way”.
Dr Uncle Lewis O’Brien
Senior Kaurna Elder
Elder-On-Campus, Bedford Park
“Once you learn to know and love your country, you can then speak for Country. By knowing Country, you will learn to love and nurture what you have and not be envious of others. We must travel the Country, we get knowledge of the Country, and then we can speak for Country, and we tell our young ones all about Country”.
Dr Aunty Pat Miller
Arrernte Elder
Elder-On-Campus, Alice Springs
“Our Country is recognised as our motherland. This is where our attachment has been for thousands of years and knowledge has been passed down to us from our immediate family, our Elders, and our family”.
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