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Indigenous Connections Famils
The Centre of Excellence has partnered with the Department of Regional NSW to present a series of three Indigenous Connections famils in the Shoalhaven, Eurobodalla and Bega Valley in October and November.
These famils are designed to educate tourism and hospitality operators and workers on what Indigenous tourism product is available in their region, to enable them to share this knowledge with visitors who want to learn about the local Indigenous culture and have an authentic on country experience.
Details of these famils and how to participate are as follows:
Indigenous Connections Famil – Bega Valley | Wednesday, 25 October 2023
This full day program begins with a Welcome to Country performed by the Twofold Aboriginal Corporation at Jigamy Farm.
The program will include a morning activity exploring Lake Pambula and waterways, learning about the Indigenous culture and visiting some of the best preserved middens on the southern coast of Australia. The afternoon activity will include a “Walking on Country” experience to learn about the significance of Aboriginal lands, plants and animals, rich history and local ancient traditions.
Participants will attend an information session on the future plans of Jigamy Farm hosted by Marcus Arvidson, CEO, Twofold Aboriginal Corporation.
The day will conclude with an Indigenous Cultural event with a Corroboree featuring performers including local dancers and Indigenous representatives sharing knowledge.
Attendance on this famil will be strictly limited. Please click here for more information and how to apply.
Indigenous Connections Famil – Shoalhaven | Tuesday, 31 October 2023
The Shoalhaven has a range of Indigenous tourism and cultural experiences, and this famil will showcase four operators who have established tourism products.
This is a full day experience that will start with a Welcome to Country at the Nowra Showgrounds before attendees board coaches to travel across the region to experience local Indigenous tourism products. You will gain intimate knowledge of the local Indigenous culture through stories shared by local Indigenous tour hosts and others throughout the day.
The famil will conclude with an Indigenous cultural event at Bundanon where participants will receive a sneak peak of the “Miwati Yolnu – Sunrise People Indigenous Art Exhibition followed by a Corroboree featuring many of the Shoalhaven’s performers including professional dancers, school troupes and representatives from the Local Aboriginal Land Councils sharing their knowledge.
Attendance on this famil will be strictly limited. Please click here for more information and how to apply.
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Short Skills Course
A Short Skills Course will be held in October in Narooma to gain knowledge and skills needed to work in the hospitality industry.
Local businesses in hospitality, entertainment and tourism are seeking skilled, certified and motivated workers. Café restaurants, clubs, hotels, parks, recreational facilities (just to name a few) offer both part-time casual jobs and permanent roles with solid career pathways.
This four-day course will include the following subject units:
- SITXFSA001 – Use hygienic practices for food safety
- SITHFAB005 – Prepare and serve espresso coffee
- SITHF002 – (RSA) Responsible service of alcohol
- SITHGAM022 – (RCG) Provide responsible conduct of gambling
When: 9.30am-2.30pm, 9th-13th October 2023, at Club Narooma.
For details on who is eligible to apply for this course, please contact Robyn Johnson: [email protected]
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