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welcome to the meaning Kimberwalli behind Kimberwalli Kimberwalli ‘Kimberwalli’ means ‘many stars’ in Darug will walk language. The name honours Aboriginal language and culture and recognises the role alongside of stars in Aboriginal storytelling and learning, young navigating country and following lore to sustain Kimberwalli is coming to life. We are working Aboriginal culture and well-being. The name ‘Kimberwalli’ alongside the Project Advisory Committee, hearing people as More than 14 also recognises young Aboriginal people can the voices of the Aboriginal community and they navigate be the stars of their own destiny and there are continuing to build relationships with organisations their future. many opportunities to strive towards. which align with our vision. Together, we are working to develop a place which will offer young Aboriginal people: Aboriginal Traditional symbols have been incorporated • Access to top-class facilities and programs, businesses into the logo. training and information to achieve from their aspirations Red and yellow colours feature architects in the centre of the logo to • A safe place to come together to share demonstrate Aboriginal culture to trades information and engage in discussion is the heart of Kimberwalli’s vision. The outer circle surrounded by have come • A strong connection to culture through six dots is the traditional symbol Elders and mentoring programs. for a star. together The inner circle is the traditional Kimberwalli is supported by a $20 million to build symbol for a campsite. commitment from the NSW Government and Kimberwalli. The many ‘K’s’ which join together is currently under the custodianship of Aboriginal to make the outer shape, represent Affairs NSW until it can become a community- young people centred around a controlled entity. Read on to fjnd out more. guiding star. Lil Gordon The Project Advisory Committee is a group of eight Kimberwalli was chosen in consultation with young Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people Aboriginal language holders to replace its working who provide insights on Kimberwalli’s development. title of ‘Aboriginal Centre for Excellence’. Kimberwalli - APRIL Community Booklet A5 final.indd 2-3 4/4/19 2:07 pm

Kimberwalli Kimberwalli vision values 1 • Excellence and Innovation – We are Excellence future-focused, brokering new Kimberwalli & Innovation opportunities in excellence, innovation, entrepreneurship and works in a Aboriginal cultural intelligence. genuine and 2 • Partnership and Leadership – We meaningful seek collaboration in new and partnership Healing & Partnerships innovative ways with community, Connection & Leadership business and government to support with the our young leaders to shine brightly. Aboriginal 3 i r o h e w t n g d n e i s p community t • Choice and Opportunity – We are a i n h y S engaging and exploring far-reaching initiatives to dream new futures Young with our young people now and for Aboriginal e i 4 n c generations to come. a a People p c s u e l • Identity and Culture – We are t v u i r t a a grounded in Aboriginal culture and v l l o y n s t n r o i its values guide all we do. We are n & g nurturing young people’s identity and 5 resilience through cultural strength. • Healing and Connection – We are Choice & Opportunity Identity building a place of pride which & Culture recognises our history, Elders and community. Kimberwalli - APRIL Community Booklet A5 final.indd 4-5 4/4/19 2:07 pm

We work with we are the project Aboriginal Affairs advisory committee NSW to make Kimberwalli a place where young Aboriginal people can … “Share ambitions and grow” “Defjne their own excellence” “Yarn with Elders, Aunties, Uncles to learn about country and culture” Tilly Blayke Mi-Kaisha David “Connect to country To advocate for my Because I deeply love To be part of building Because I want to help culture and community my community and up our emerging leaders; create a place where to heal” and create a space where want our people to the future is brighter community can come we can turn our dreams thrive together; than ever and learn and share into realities In Unity together “Dream new futures” “Seek advice from mentors” “Celebrate with music and dance” “Find traineeships, Brooke Renee Maddie Jake scholarships and new careers” To be part of laying To help set the Because now it is our To work with other “Connect to community” the foundation for foundations that will time to lead the future young Aboriginal our grandchildren’s, guide our youth to do for our country as people to create grandchildren to learn, extraordinary things Aboriginal people positive social change grow and lead Kimberwalli - APRIL Community Booklet A5 final.indd 6-7 4/4/19 2:07 pm

Kimberwalli’s refurbishment by Kevin O’Brien Architects and BVN takes prompts from Country. The design features spaces orientated to Country and the colours, textures and fl ora of Western Sydney. To learn more about Kimberwalli or become a supporting partner email kimberwalli@aboriginalaffairs.nsw.gov.au or visit www.kimberwalli.com.au @kimberwalli Kimberwalli - APRIL Community Booklet A5 final.indd 8 4/4/19 2:07 pm