A Welcome to Country is a formal ceremony intended to introduce and recognise the cultural significance of the surrounding area to a particular Aboriginal clan or language group who are recognised as the Traditional Custodians of the land.
A Welcome to Country is given by an Elder, Traditional Custodian or a recognised spokesperson who has been given permission by the Traditional Custodians to welcome visitors to their Country.
A Welcome to Country occurs at the beginning of a formal event, meeting or speech and can take many forms including smoking ceremonies, singing, dancing or a story in language.
Anyone can deliver an Acknowledgement of Traditional Owners.
You can book a Welcome to Country or Smoking Ceremony with either of Wyndham’s Registered Aboriginal Parties below:
Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation