YUGAMBEH SPEAKING PEOPLE AND COUNTRY
The Yugumbeh language people are traditional custodians of the country located in south-east Queensland and north-east New South Wales. Now known as Logan City, Gold Coast, Scenic Rim and Tweed City, these regions are particularly known for their scenic and fertile land. Importantly, our Yugumbeh language groups are linked by their ancestors who spoke one or more dialects our Yugambeh language. This way, our clans including: Kombumerri, Mununjali and Wangerriburra are united by this common linguistic heritage.
Yugambeh Museum adapted from Lane, cited in the Annual Report of the Chief Protector of Aboriginals for the Year 1913.
OUR SERVICES HELPING TO “CLOSE THE GAP”
Cultural Awareness Training
Experience immersive workshops and training sessions designed to deepen your understanding of local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories, and contemporary social dynamics.
Community Engagement & Liaison
As Traditional Owners, we facilitate respectful and effective community engagement, ensuring that your projects or initiatives are aligned with local indigenous perspectives and values.
Guidance in Cultural Heritage
Protect and preserve cultural heritage with our comprehensive advice, guiding you in respecting the significant sites and traditions of South East Queensland.
Language Seminars
The Yugambeh Museum is hosting a series of language lessons conducted by Dr Margaret Sharpe and based on the research of her latest book - Gurgun Mibinyah.
Cultural Research and Connection Days
The Yugambeh Museum is open on Mondays for Yugambeh descendants to research their ancestry, heritage and culture.
OUR FACILITATORS
SHANNON BEST Programs manager
Cultural awareness Training
Community Engagement & Liaison
Guidance in Cultural Heritage
DR MARGARET C SHARPE Linguist
Language Lessons
ALLAN LENA
Cultural Awareness Training
Culture for schools
Culture for kindys
Welcomes and smoking ceremonies
CULTURAL RESEARCH AND CONNECTION DAYS