Experience the rich and unique Aboriginal culture of Byron Bay and Ballina
Jingi-wala Nyangbul jugun
My name is Lois Cook. I own and manage Aboriginal Cultural Concepts. I am a traditional owner of Nyangbul country in the Bundjalung Nation of eastern Australia. Our lands cover from Brunswick Heads in the north, through Byron Bay and Ballina, then to Wardell and Cabbage Tree Island on the Richmond River in the south. We call Byron Bay Gubenbah (meaning 'big scrub') and Ballina is Bullinah ('big stomach, plenty to eat'). I invite you to experience the Aboriginal culture of this special area.
We offer Aboriginal cultural tours of Byron Bay, Ballina and surrounding localities. We also provide events, schools programs, workshops, resources and products based on our culture and heritage.
TOURS
Take a journey through the traditions, culture, stories and important sites of the most eastern point of Australia. We meet and greet you, take you through our country, and show how Nyangbul people are connected to this beautiful coast and saltwater country. Explore the secrets of our land, its people and the Dreaming. Meet and talk to Traditional Owners and Elders and hear their fascinating stories. We provide half-day, full day, multi-day and extended tours. For more information, see our Tours page.
EVENTS
Bring Aboriginal culture to your corporate event or special occasion. Experience our famous Didgeridoo Dreaming or our popular Welcoming Ceremony. These 45-minute productions are suitable for outdoors or indoors and can be extended to meet your needs - we guarantee an unforgettable experience. For more information, see our Events page.
SCHOOL PROGRAMS
We have a wide range of Aboriginal cultural education and activities tailored to curriculum for jarjums, primary and high school students. We also provide rich activities and programs for special occasions such as NAIDOC, Goorie Awards nights and graduations. For more information, see our Schools page.
WORKSHOPS
We provide workshops on our culture and heritage, cultural awareness and healing. We can arrange special workshops for women or men, individuals or groups, public or private, short or extended. For more information or to discuss your requirements, call Lois on 0405 654 280 or contact me by email [while we set up our Workshops page].
RESOURCES AND PRODUCTS
Our online shop will be able to offer:
* the book 'Goori Gimung' - traditional stories of the Nyangbul Bundjalung people
* sacred soap incorporating ashes from a healing fire
* artworks depicting Nyangbul Bundjalung places and stories
For more information about these products, call Lois on 0405 654 280 or contact me by email [while we set up our Resources page and online store].
ALL ENQUIRIES
To book your tour or plan your event, school program or workshop:
* call Lois Cook on: (+61) 0405 654 280
* or mail to: culturalconcepts@bigpond.com
My name is Lois Cook. I own and manage Aboriginal Cultural Concepts. I am a traditional owner of Nyangbul country in the Bundjalung Nation of eastern Australia. Our lands cover from Brunswick Heads in the north, through Byron Bay and Ballina, then to Wardell and Cabbage Tree Island on the Richmond River in the south. We call Byron Bay Gubenbah (meaning 'big scrub') and Ballina is Bullinah ('big stomach, plenty to eat'). I invite you to experience the Aboriginal culture of this special area.
We offer Aboriginal cultural tours of Byron Bay, Ballina and surrounding localities. We also provide events, schools programs, workshops, resources and products based on our culture and heritage.
TOURS
Take a journey through the traditions, culture, stories and important sites of the most eastern point of Australia. We meet and greet you, take you through our country, and show how Nyangbul people are connected to this beautiful coast and saltwater country. Explore the secrets of our land, its people and the Dreaming. Meet and talk to Traditional Owners and Elders and hear their fascinating stories. We provide half-day, full day, multi-day and extended tours. For more information, see our Tours page.
EVENTS
Bring Aboriginal culture to your corporate event or special occasion. Experience our famous Didgeridoo Dreaming or our popular Welcoming Ceremony. These 45-minute productions are suitable for outdoors or indoors and can be extended to meet your needs - we guarantee an unforgettable experience. For more information, see our Events page.
SCHOOL PROGRAMS
We have a wide range of Aboriginal cultural education and activities tailored to curriculum for jarjums, primary and high school students. We also provide rich activities and programs for special occasions such as NAIDOC, Goorie Awards nights and graduations. For more information, see our Schools page.
WORKSHOPS
We provide workshops on our culture and heritage, cultural awareness and healing. We can arrange special workshops for women or men, individuals or groups, public or private, short or extended. For more information or to discuss your requirements, call Lois on 0405 654 280 or contact me by email [while we set up our Workshops page].
RESOURCES AND PRODUCTS
Our online shop will be able to offer:
* the book 'Goori Gimung' - traditional stories of the Nyangbul Bundjalung people
* sacred soap incorporating ashes from a healing fire
* artworks depicting Nyangbul Bundjalung places and stories
For more information about these products, call Lois on 0405 654 280 or contact me by email [while we set up our Resources page and online store].
ALL ENQUIRIES
To book your tour or plan your event, school program or workshop:
* call Lois Cook on: (+61) 0405 654 280
* or mail to: culturalconcepts@bigpond.com
