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Didgeridoo Australia is a unique business based in Warrandyte , Victoria, that brings the ancient cultures of Australia's First People to the world. We offer didgeridoo workshops, cultural experiences and events for schools, early learning centres, corporate events and more. Our team of experienced educators and didgeridoo players will bring exciting interactive activities and the authentic sounds of the didgeridoo to your classroom or event.
We are passionate about connecting people to the ancient instrument of the didgeridoo and its spiritual connection to the land. We strive to bring the spirit of Aboriginal Australia to life, so that everyone can enjoy its beauty.
Helping your students explore the richness of Aboriginal cultures!
Based in Naarm (Melbourne), we aspire to educate, entertain and inspire Australians to understand the culture, heritage, and connection to Country of our First Nations people.
Our highly experienced and passionate educators deliver
high quality engaging, interactive incursions & event performances. We provide whole school, year-level,
and class-sized programs - as well as assembly performances.
Our Mission:
To provide passionate and experienced First Nations educators to deliver inspirational and engaging cultural experiences that reflect understanding and respect of our First Nations people.
MEET SOME OF Our STAFF & educators!
Photo Credit: Steven McKenzie
Ganga Giri
Didgeridoo Australia is proud to offer the musical talents of Ganga Giri. As one of the world's foremost didgeridoo experts, Ganga Giri has been performing to millions over a 20-year international career.
A descendent of the Palawa people of Tasmania, Ganga Giri is a world-renowned multi-instrumentalist, band leader and music producer. He has released 15 albums and performed with Peter Gabriel and at some of the world's most renowned festivals, including WOMAD, Glastonbury and Burning Man.
Ganga is in charge of Aboriginal liaison for Didgeridoo Australia and First nations Incursions.
We invite you to experience the captivating sounds of Ganga Giri's didgeridoo and discover the power of this ancient instrument.
SEAN CANDY
Sean is a descendent of the Palawa people of Tasmania and an accomplished didgeridoo player with over 30 years of experience, gaining recognition across the globe for innovating his unique sound.
With influences in electronic dance music and tribal beats, Sean has a deep connection to the sound and tradition of the didgeridoo mixed with various forms of music. He first discovered his passion for the didgeridoo in the early 90’s and formed his own unique one-man-band with didgeridoo, effects and percussion instruments.
Over the years Sean has crafted his own didgeridoos, taught skills, performed on live television internationally, DJ'ed, performed live in bands and produced several albums.
Photo Credit: Steven McKenzie
Barama blow
My name is Barama Blow. I am a proud Goreng Goreng (Bundaberg)/Noonuccal (North Stradbroke Island) man. My totem is the Green Turtle (Boonbiah) but raised on Bunnurong land in Melbourne Victoria.
From a young age I learnt my culture from my father. He taught me many things about our culture and to always be proud. He had me dancing in a traditional men’s dance group and playing the Yidaki (didgeridoo). We did performances at venues like Bunjilaka at the Melbourne Museum and I still have fond memories of doing dance performances with my brothers and father each Sunday to tourists during my summer school holiday period.
I enjoy work in schools via cultural workshops to educate youth about cultural understanding and practices. As Australian's I strongly believe that indigenous or not, we should all grow up with an understanding of First Nations Culture because with education comes understanding and the breaking down of stereotypes.
Ronan Howard
Ronan is a descendent of the Bidjara people of eastern Queensland with a background in Aboriginal Health and Community Services.
Ronan's family totem is the Possum and he is an emergent aboriginal artist and craftsman, who carries the stories of his Grandmother. Ronan is also a talented boomerang thrower!
Photo Credit: Steven McKenzie
Photo Credit: Steven McKenzie
Maddie Lowrie
Maddie from the Palawa people of Tasmania, has extensive experience advocating for the Early Years, and has experience in promoting Aboriginal Identity, knowledge and learning, by:
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presenting professional developments to organisations and companies, as well as small individualised consulting.
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Representing First Nations perspectives in networks and RAP parties,
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conferences ie: SNAICC 23 in Darwin, DEKTA 24, AGM for various organisations.
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working in Child Care centres and Kindergartens,
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working with children and families to strengthen development and learning
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creating programs and plans for First Nations children, families and educators for playgroups, kindergarten and Early Learning.
Maddie holds a Bachelor of Education, and recently completed a Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Trauma and Recovery Programs at The University of Wollongong, guided by the teachings of Aunty Judy Atkinson.
Fred Leone
Fred Leone is a Butchulla songman and a highly respected community leader of Aboriginal, Tongan and South Sea Islander heritage.
Being a man of many talents Fred is highly successful as a musician, artist, arts facilitator, motivational speaker, project manager - and the list goes on!
Fred is deeply committed to his cultural roots and is passionate about social change and social justice, applying his skills and knowledge to support the strength, status and development of Indigenous Culture - and education is an important part of it.
Photo Credit: Steven McKenzie
Photo Credit: Steven McKenzie
Henning Gerlt
Henning is a co-director of Didgeridoo Australia who develops our programs in consultation with indigenous advisors, and oversees the organisation and smooth running of our business. He is a qualified biologist and school teacher who was adopted into the Gumatj clan of North East Arnhem Land.
Henning started playing didgeridoo in 1990 and has studied with contemporary and traditional masters, including legendary Galpu elder Djalu Gurruwiwi.
Several visits to Kakadu National Park and Arnhem Land provided many memorable, first-hand experiences of traditional Aboriginal culture, including didgeridoo making, hunting, arts and crafts.
As a co-founder of Didgeridoo Australia Henning is passionate to recreate such enriching experiences in our workshops and seminars.
Our Admin Team
The First nations Incursions administration team is made up of Henning Gerlt, Nicole Harris and Kathryn Peacock.
Henning, is our primary contact for larger school bookings and leads Business Development for Didgeridoo Australia and First Nations Incursions. If you would like to discuss larger bookings Henning can be contacted on : 0402 500 475.
Kat (right) looks after our bookings and finance and works on Tuesdays & Thursdays. To speak to Kat on these days phone: 0412 171 160
Nicole (left) looks after our website and Business Development. She has a Bachelor of Arts and a Grad dip. in Education and assists with the development of our educational programs.
Photo Credit: Steven McKenzie
testimonials
"Your well-resourced, organised and carefully prepared session was both of a professional standard and highly engaging for our young Year 2 students. Your friendly manner and sense of humour was pitched perfectly for your audience, as students were taken through the different components of the session. The quick setup and pack up of your equipment was greatly appreciated due to the time constraints of the school timetable. Thank you again for an entertaining and educational incursion."
Chad Gallaher, Balcombe Grammar School
"Didgeridoo Australia presented an interactive, educational and highly engaging workshop to our Year 7 Parade College students during Reconciliation Week. The students were impressed with the contemporary didgeridoo performance by Ganga, and the enthusiastic and informative presentation."
Ann Fahey, Parade College
"Thank you for doing an AMAZING presentation yesterday!!
The children and educators found it to be a very enjoyable experience!!!!"
Melinda, Parkwood Green Preschool
"The kinder children and educators really enjoyed your performance. This session was very educational and we would really appreciate if you came back next year! A big thank you."
Christine, Community Kids Springvale