Individual or Group Submission09/10/24

Cristie – Land Justice

In this submission, Cristie, whose mob is Gunai Kurnai, discusses the meaning of country, the consequences of land dispossession, strengthening cultural identities by creating safe spaces for yarning and healing journeys, and landmarks

Topics: Land Injustice, Other topic

Submission Transcription

What does country mean to you?

Protection to preserve these lands that hold key historical significance to our past history showing survival and future prosperity. My Land your Land as we hold spiritual significance and connection together with divine meaning to myths fables and stories. We all have a purpose to heal on this short journey.

What has happened to your mob and to country because your land was taken?

Destruction more greater unforgiving Lost curriculum a broken ecosystem Spiritual knowledge & rights taken away as we’re labeled by non-believers and Lore changers. Healthcare at higher and greater cost as Well Regulated our burden, shorter lifespans. Not one Lore is equal or greater then others we all need to understand with equality all was taken to hold no prior human accountabilities LANDMARKS! Myths fables and legends appear within Land marks these stories hold historical
significance as you see feel and hear by exploring nature with spiritual connections.lacking.

What are some examples of good practices or programs happening on country that could be adopted more widely?

YARNING! Cultural identities strengthen by creating safe spaces for Yarning and healthy healing journeys. Supporting Indigenous cultures supported by country leaders and adapting Elders communities through individual mobs. By ownership we can liaison culture support outreach & indigenous staff who wholeheartedly share similarities to better practices within programs. Feedback

What changes to laws or attitudes about land, sky and waters would you like to see?

LANDMARKS! Myths fables and legends appear within Land marks these stories hold historical significance as you see feel and hear by exploring nature with spiritual connections.

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