Resources and Educational Materials

This page provides links to educational resources, language databases, museum collections, and organizations that can help you learn more about the Wemba Wemba people and Aboriginal culture in Victoria.

Language Resources

Wurrekangurr Language Database

A searchable dictionary database with over 1,200 entries, maintained by the Yarkuwa Indigenous Knowledge Centre. This is an essential resource for learning the Wemba Wemba language.

Website: https://www.yarkuwa.org.au/wurrekangurr

Language Learning Programs

  • Swan Hill Primary School: Wemba Wemba language program for students
  • Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for Languages: Language revival programs and resources
  • Community Language Classes: Contact the Wamba Wemba Aboriginal Corporation for information about community language classes

Museum and Cultural Collections

Victorian Collections

Online collection featuring Wemba Wemba cultural artifacts, including possum skin cloaks and historical photographs.

Website: https://victoriancollections.net.au/

Search: "Wemba Wemba" or "possum skin cloaks"

Wemba Wemba cultural illustration
Cultural illustration depicting Wemba Wemba heritage

Museums Victoria

Collection includes Wemba Wemba artifacts such as possum skin cloaks by Phoebe Nicholson and mili-mili-u (nose ornaments).

Website: https://collections.museumsvictoria.com.au/

Notable Items:

National Gallery of Victoria

Features contemporary artworks by Wemba Wemba artists, including Kelly Koumalatsos's "Portrait of sister in laws."

Website: https://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/

Artwork: Portrait by Kelly Koumalatsos

City Collection Melbourne

Features "Scar – A Stolen Vision," a collaborative art installation involving Wemba Wemba artists, including Maree Clarke.

Website: https://citycollection.melbourne.vic.gov.au/scar-a-stolen-vision/

Community Organizations

Wamba Wemba Aboriginal Corporation

The official organisation representing the Wamba Wamba and Wemba Wemba peoples, recognised as Victoria's 12th Registered Aboriginal Party.

Website: https://wambawemba.com/

For more information, visit our Community page or Contact page.

Njernda Aboriginal Corporation

Based in Echuca, provides health, family support, youth services, community services, and aged care programs.

Website: https://www.njernda.com.au/

First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria

Official body representing Aboriginal people in Victoria, including Wamba Wemba representatives with a reserved seat.

Website: https://firstpeoplesvic.org/

Educational Resources

Victorian Aboriginal Education Association Inc. (VAEAI)

Provides information about educational programs, including Wemba Wemba language programs in schools.

Website: https://www.vaeai.org.au/

Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for Languages

Supports language revival and preservation efforts across Victoria, including Wemba Wemba language initiatives.

Website: Search for Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for Languages

Art and Cultural Resources

Kinya Lerrk

Aboriginal design and art collaboration co-founded by Wemba Wemba artist Emma Bamblett, meaning "women coming together" in Wemba Wemba.

Website: https://kinyalerrk.com.au/

BreastScreen Victoria - Aboriginal Art Gallery

Features artworks by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, including "Regenerating our Wellbeing" by Wemba Wemba artist Kedeasha Jackson.

Website: BreastScreen Victoria Aboriginal Gallery

Government and Official Resources

Water Victoria - Traditional Owner Objectives

Document outlining Wemba Wemba connection to waterways, creation stories, and cultural practices.

Resource: Traditional owner objectives and outcomes compilation

North Central Catchment Management Authority

Information about traditional owners including Wamba Wemba, traditional lands, and totems.

Website: North Central CMA - Traditional Owners

General Reference

Wikipedia Articles

Note: Wikipedia is a general reference source. Always verify information with primary sources and official organizations.

Further Reading

For more detailed information about specific aspects of Wemba Wemba culture and history, explore the other sections of this website:

  • History - Learn about traditional lands and historical developments
  • Culture - Explore cultural practices, artifacts, and traditions
  • Language - Discover language revival efforts and resources
  • Community - Find out about contemporary community organizations

Contact for More Information

For questions, additional resources, or to connect with the Wemba Wemba community, visit our Contact page.