Mission / Vision
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This website
shows my research to help Balandas like myself understand
about the ancient folk-arts of magic, healing, reconcilliation and the tradition of Wititj,
the olive green python and Rainbow serpent of the Galpu clan of NE Arnhem Land.
A research and a healing that is of the Earth and best known by initiation.
Which is -in fact- a process that lasts forever.
So, as time goes by, this site will be updated and become more comprehensive by and by.
Your feedback will be gratefully eccepted.
Amsterdam, August 2010
Cor van Keuk; Wititj custodian
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Motto's:
Cross-cultural education, Mägaya rom
Peace, freedom from hostilities and true justice for all
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Wititj When Greg Luzniak had a son, he knew it was time to realize his dream of illustrating his own children's book. His childhood love of the Three Billy Goats Gruff inspired his own adaptation to share first with his family, and now, all of us. Greg's skills as a digital artist shine through in his re-imagining of this classic tale, featuring vivid illustrations of mighty mountain goats and the infamous bridge troll. |
Gayηaru holds special spiritual significance for the Dhaηu speaking clans of the region. Gayηaru is the Dhaηu language group name for the place where Wititj, the ancestral snake settled and created the lagoon during the time of creation. Gayηaru is home to many species of plants and animals including birds, crocodiles and fish. Bird watching and boating are ideal activities and tours are available.
East Arnhem Land
Strong culture, remote beaches and pristine waters!
VISITOR INFORMATION
-Welcome to East Arnhem Land.
This is one of the last wilderness areas on earth, yet all services can be found in the town of Nhulunbuy. The town is an ideal base from which to explore this unique region that is entirely owned by traditional Yolηu people.
-Aboriginal significance.
Yolηu people solely own the entire Arnhem Land Region. Yolηu have lived in the region for at least 60 thousand years with recognized land and marine estates. Clans lived throughout Arnhem Land hunting fish, bush animals and seasonal bush food. Today, most of the Yolηu retain cultural and spiritual links to the area.
-World War II.
There are some war relics in and around the Gove Peninsula. Historic sites include Drimmie Head where the Catalinas landed in the bay and taxied onto land, remnants of an observation station and rocket tracking station. Yolηu played a significant role in WWII as soldiers and bush guides in the Northern Territory Special Reconnaissance Unit. Many Yolηu men died serving their country. Without their valuable contribution of local knowledge and survival skills the efforts of the Armed Forces may not have been so successful. Many of the old airstrips, bunkers and aircraft wreckage can be seen around Nhulunbuy and throughout the region.
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