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Wurundjeri cultural ceremony for new office opening

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[Uncle Colin Hunter, Traditional Custodian and Wurundjeri Elder]

This afternoon we are meeting on the lands of my ancestors, the Wurundjeri People.

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In Aboriginal culture, a great deal of respect is given to the land, the plants and animals alike.

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[Dr Jo Flynn, Board President] I think more and more people are recognising what a richer, more diverse, stronger and

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more soundly-based country we could be if we truly work in partnership with Aboriginal people.

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[Sarah Dawson, Senior Manager, Aboriginal Service Development]

It is important as we expand our learning that we never forget whose land we are on in this office.

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The beautiful lands of Uncle Colin Hunter and his ancestors.