Jellurgal Cultural Experiences

I came to this beautiful place from Hungary. During the tour, Tyreece led us on an unforgettable journey through time, from the creation of their ancestral land to the present day. I was able to support their community with souvenirs purchased at the Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Center, which filled me with great joy. I am grateful that as a teacher I can pass on the knowledge I have gained about Australian Aboriginal people to my students.

​A few years ago, I read a book about Aboriginal people and learned about the history of Australia. However, I couldn't find any information about "The Dreaming" back in Japan, so I was never able to deepen my understanding of it. ​Today's experience was incredible—I heard profound stories that simply cannot be found on the internet. Learning about the animals, nature, and the miracle of how this vital wisdom has been passed down for over 10,000 years was truly captivating. ​I will never forget what I heard and learned today. Even after I return to Japan, I want to continue deepening my knowledge. I believe their teachings hold the essential values that people all over the world are beginning to forget in this modern age. ​I truly hope that their ancient wisdom and culture will continue to reach people everywhere. Thank you so much for such a wonderful experience today. I am deeply moved!

On behalf of everyone at Girls Connect, I wanted to sincerely thank Tyreese for the incredible cultural tour he delivered at Jellurgal on Wednesday. From the moment we arrived, Tyreese created a welcoming, safe and inclusive environment for our participantant. His warmth, patience and genuine passion for sharing culture was evident throughout the entire experience. He has a remarkable ability to connect with people of all ages and abilities, ensuring that everyone felt included, valued and comfortable. The way Tyreese shared stories, traditions and cultural knowledge was both engaging and meaningful. He encouraged questions, adapted his communication to suit the needs of our participants, and created opportunities for everyone to participate at their own pace. This was particularly important for our participant as she often experiences anxiety, social challenges and difficulties engaging in new environments. Our participant and us left the experience not only with a greater understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal culture, but also with a sense of connection, belonging and respect. We left still discussing the stories, cultural practices and experiences long after the tour had finished, which speaks volumes about the impact Tyreese had. As a First Nations-led organisation, Girls Connect greatly values opportunities that allow our participants to engage with culture in authentic and meaningful ways. Tyreese’s knowledge, passion and ability to make culture accessible to everyone is truly something special. Thank you, Tyreese, for sharing your knowledge, your stories and your culture with such generosity and kindness. The experience made a lasting impression on our participant and staff, and we would highly recommend the Jellurgal experience to any organisation, school or community group looking to learn, connect and grow. We look forward to returning again in the future.

11/10, would recommend! Unpredictable weather made that I was the only one signed up and therefore I was lucky enough to have a private tour with Keeley. She’s super friendly, knowledgeable and shared so much of her own life experiences. Thanks Keeley :-) I also loved browsing the shop, which is very well stocked with beautiful and useful items. Had a lovely chat with Adrian at the check out. It was very obvious to me that the staff love what they do and sharing their knowledge and views. A must visit if you’re in the area.