Yarns and Events

Community Day Out
21st March 2025
GLaWAC wants to understand the need of our community—both those living on Country and off—so we can shape support services and programs that meet everyone’s needs and aspirations. There are plenty of opportunities coming to Gunaikurnai Country, and we’d love for all mob to get involved.

Girls on Fire
25 – 26 March 2025
Are you ready to challenge yourself, learn new skills, and connect with culture? Girls on Fire Australia is coming back to Gippsland, and we’re teaming up to bring you an epic two-day experience that you don’t want to miss! If you’re aged 14 -19 and keen to get hands-on, this program is all about fire, resilience, and leadership.

Preserving the Past, Protecting the Future
17 January 2025
As we begin a new year, we’re reflecting on the significant work undertaken to care for Tali Katoor—the Gippsland Lakes.

Shaping Sea Country: Your Voice, Your Vision
14 January 2025
Are you passionate about caring for Sea Country? We’re inviting Gunaikurnai community members to join the Gunaikurnai Planning Group and help shape the future of the Nanjet to Mallacoota Sea Country IPA plan for Gunaikurnai Country.

Community Connections – Melbourne
11am Saturday 15th February
GLaWAC wants to understand the need of our community—both those living on Country and off—so we can shape support services and programs that meet everyone’s needs and aspirations. There are plenty of opportunities coming to Gunaikurnai Country, and we’d love for all mob to get involved.

Peaks and Possums
10 December 2024
With the recent addition of the Alpine National Park to GLaWAC’s Joint Management Program we have new opportunities to walk on Country and care for native creatures.

CEO Announces Departure in 2025
9 December 2024
Dear Members, I’d like to let you know that Daniel Miller, our CEO, has decided to step down in early 2025. He will continue to lead GLaWAC until a new CEO has been appointed, ensuring a smooth and...

Testing the waters
5 December 2024
Our NRM team love getting out and about, being on Country and exploring all sorts of different ways to read and heal Country. If that makes your heart sing too – read on!

We Want Better Opportunities for Mob!
27 November 2024
The Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (GLaWAC) welcomes the release of the Inquiry into Economic Self-Determination and Opportunities for First Nations Australians report by the Joint Standing Committee on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs. This report underscores the pivotal role Aboriginal communities can play in fostering a sustainable and prosperous future for all Australians.

GLaWAC News Bernak 2024
31 October 2024
The latest edition of GLaWAC News is out, have a read to check out all the deadly things happening across Country.