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We attended Zinda Festival 2024, Bendigo’s largest multicultural celebration! On October 12, from 11 am to 5 pm at the Garden for the Future, we invited you to experience the vibrant culture, diversity, and community that define Dja-Wonmuruk ("Yes-Tea"). We enjoyed a day filled with music, dance, art, and delicious local food while showcasing our handcrafted loose-leaf teas, proudly made with organic ingredients sourced from Aboriginal growers. If you missed this opportunity to celebrate together, immerse yourself in the essence of Dja-Wonmuruk today!

Join us in celebrating Indigenous Business Month (IBM) this October as we honour the achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander entrepreneurs. This year marks the 10th anniversary of IBM, focusing on the theme "Making Our Mark." Discover how we are committed to cultural sustainability while showcasing our unique tea blends sourced from Aboriginal, Australian, and Certified Organic growers. Engage with us through events, support local entrepreneurs, and help inspire conversations that empower our community. Let’s come together to recognise the strength and diversity of Indigenous businesses!

Exciting news! Dja-Wonmuruk will be showcasing our hand-blended Aboriginal loose-leaf teas at the DUMAWUL Artist Market during the Bendigo Writers Festival 2024. Join us on 17-18 August at Dudley House in Bendigo to explore our freshly re-stocked teas, enjoy captivating art and crafts, and experience traditional skincare products and yabby races. This event celebrates creativity, culture, and community. Don’t miss out—visit the Bendigo Writers Festival website for more details. We look forward to seeing you there!

Celebrating 10 years of DJAARA’s Recognition and Settlement Agreement From 11 – 18 November, DJARRA embark on a journey of reflection and celebration, hosting a series of events, activities, and gatherings through our celebratory YAPENYA program. YAPENYA = to sing, to dance, to gather, to reflect, to celebrate! Now is the time for Dja Dja Wurrung to celebrate and reflect on significant achievements over the past ten years. As we come together in November to celebrate, we do so in honour of our Ancestors, with gratitude for the wisdom of our Elders, and with a profound commitment to creating a brighter...

This October, Indigenous Business Month (IBM) celebrates nine years of showcasing the talent and depth of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander entrepreneurs from diverse business sectors. Indigenous business month aims to ignite conversations about Indigenous business, and encourage and foster relationships and connections. Indigenous Business Month encourages Indigenous businesses and supporters to celebrate through events across the country and online, that showcase the strength, breadth and diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses. 2023 Theme - To gather, together. Gathering is at the heart of building relationships. We gather to seek solace, to seek feedback, to find information and...