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Warakurna Artists, with Jane Menzies

An episode of the The Outback Way Podcast podcast, hosted by Outback Highway Development Council Inc., titled "Warakurna Artists, with Jane Menzies" was published on July 25, 2018 and runs 29 minutes.

July 25, 2018 ·29m · The Outback Way Podcast

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Summary

Helen speaks with Jane Menzies about the Warakurna Artists. Jane is the manager of the Warakurna Arts Centre, based at Warakurna, on the Outback Way. It's an isolated area in Western Australia, but a significant art area and one with lots of talent. In this episode, Jane shares a bit about how she came to be working in Warakurna, and the important projects the Arts Centre and Artists facilitate within the community. A fully owned and operated Aboriginal organisation, the centre is for the people by the people. With exhibitions in Perth, Sydney, Germany and Singapore, Warakurna artists are nationally and internationally renowned. Through a range of programs, the centre works with people aged 3 to 93 in Warakurna and surrounding areas, like Wanarn, which is 100 km away. Jane and Helen discuss the importance of community ownership of projects like Warakurna Arts and the Outback Way, and what you absolutely must look for if you're wanting to purchase Aboriginal Artwork. Find out more at the Warakurna Artists website warakurnaartists.com.au or follow them on Facebook @warakurnaartists1 and Instagram @warakura_artistsYou can find all notes and links on our website, www.outbackway.org.au where you can subscribe to our newsletter, buy our guidebook and download the app if you haven't already. Join us on Facebook and Twitter @OutbackWay1 Send your questions, comments and travel stories to [email protected] and if you share your story, we may even feature you on this podcast! Thank you for joining us through the heart of Australia, on Australia's longest short cut.From across the Outback Way we acknowledge the Koa People, Pitta Pitta People,  Wangkayuju People, Wangkamahdla People, Arrernte Nation, Anangu People, Yarnangu People, Wangkatja People as traditional custodians and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands The Outback Way traverses.___________The Outback Way has become a symbol of resilience, connection, and progress, weaving together the diverse landscapes and communities of Australia's heartland. In celebration of the  25-year journey of advocacy and lobbying to the funding announcement to complete the seal, the Outback Highway Development Council is proud to present ‘From Bulldust to Bitumen – 25 Years of the Outback Way’. A book that captures the spirit, history, and future vision of this transformative project.Order your copy and be part of the journey that continues to shape Australia's outback, it’s people and the nation. Head over to our website and order yours today  W: outbackway.org.au____________You can find more information about this podcast on our website, www.outbackway.org.au where you can subscribe to our newsletter, buy our guidebook and download the app if you haven't already. Join us on Facebook and Instagram @OutbackWay1Send your questions, comments and travel stories to [email protected] and if you share your story, we may even feature you on this podcast! Thank you for joining us through the heart of Australia, on Australia's longest short cut.The Outback Way Podcast is produced by Perk Digital.

Episode Description

Helen speaks with Jane Menzies about the Warakurna Artists. Jane is the manager of the Warakurna Arts Centre, based at Warakurna, on the Outback Way. It's an isolated area in Western Australia, but a significant art area and one with lots of talent. In this episode, Jane shares a bit about how she came to be working in Warakurna, and the important projects the Arts Centre and Artists facilitate within the community. A fully owned and operated Aboriginal organisation, the centre is for the people by the people. With exhibitions in Perth, Sydney, Germany and Singapore, Warakurna artists are nationally and internationally renowned. Through a range of programs, the centre works with people aged 3 to 93 in Warakurna and surrounding areas, like Wanarn, which is 100 km away. Jane and Helen discuss the importance of community ownership of projects like Warakurna Arts and the Outback Way, and what you absolutely must look for if you're wanting to purchase Aboriginal Artwork. Find out more at the Warakurna Artists website warakurnaartists.com.au or follow them on Facebook @warakurnaartists1 and Instagram @warakura_artistsYou can find all notes and links on our website, www.outbackway.org.au where you can subscribe to our newsletter, buy our guidebook and download the app if you haven't already. Join us on Facebook and Twitter @OutbackWay1 Send your questions, comments and travel stories to [email protected] and if you share your story, we may even feature you on this podcast! Thank you for joining us through the heart of Australia, on Australia's longest short cut.

From across the Outback Way we acknowledge the Koa People, Pitta Pitta People,  Wangkayuju People, Wangkamahdla People, Arrernte Nation, Anangu People, Yarnangu People, Wangkatja People as traditional custodians and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands The Outback Way traverses.

___________


The Outback Way has become a symbol of resilience, connection, and progress, weaving together the diverse landscapes and communities of Australia's heartland.


 In celebration of the  25-year journey of advocacy and lobbying to the funding announcement to complete the seal, the Outback Highway Development Council is proud to present ‘From Bulldust to Bitumen – 25 Years of the Outback Way’. A book that captures the spirit, history, and future vision of this transformative project.


Order your copy and be part of the journey that continues to shape Australia's outback, it’s people and the nation. 

Head over to our website and order yours today  W: outbackway.org.au

____________


You can find more information about this podcast on our website, www.outbackway.org.au where you can subscribe to our newsletter, buy our guidebook and download the app if you haven't already. Join us on Facebook and Instagram @OutbackWay1


Send your questions, comments and travel stories to [email protected] and if you share your story, we may even feature you on this podcast! Thank you for joining us through the heart of Australia, on Australia's longest short cut.


The Outback Way Podcast is produced by Perk Digital.

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