I felt privileged to attend this very moving ceremony. I was granted permission to photograph aspects the event.
© Barbara Oehring 2013 |
The Wurundjeri women make their entrance.
© Barbara Oehring 2013 |
© Barbara Oehring 2013 |
The Wurundjeri women and girls leave for the secret ceremony.
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Wurundjeri Elder Uncle Bill Nicholson gives an explanatory talk.
© Barbara Oehring 2013 |
© Barbara Oehring 2013 |
A traditional Welcome to Country ceremony follows.
It is a happy occasion.
© Barbara Oehring 2013 |
© Barbara Oehring 2013 |
© Barbara Oehring 2013 |
© Barbara Oehring 2013 |
Wurundjeri Elder Aunty Di Kerr © Barbara Oehring 2013 |
Cr Jennifer Yang, Mayor City of Manningham © Barbara Oehring 2013 |
The Wurundjeri girls show the visitors a traditional dance.
© Barbara Oehring 2013 |
© Barbara Oehring 2013 |
© Barbara Oehring 2013 |
© Barbara Oehring 2013 |
Uncle Bill Nicholson and Dr Jim Poulter © Barbara Oehring 2013 |
Bridget Halge © Barbara Oehring 2013 |
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