Acknowledgement of Noongar People

Ngulla Wiilmen moort Noongars

(We are the Wiilman Noongar people)

Wanjoo nidja

(Welcome to Gnarojin, place of water) 

nguny unna moort nidja koora koora moort nidja boordja
nidja borong kabarli moort.

(and pay respect to the Elders of this land, past and present.)

Translation by: Local Noongar Elder Basil Kickett

The Shire of Narrogin acknowledges the Noongar people
as traditional custodians of this land
and their continuing connection to land and community.
We pay our respect to them, to their culture
and to their Elders past and present.

Picture courtesy:  Michelle White

Welcome to the Shire of Narrogin, where our commitment to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and harmonious community is at the forefront of everything we do. Our Shire stands on the lands of the Wiilman Noongar people, and we honour their enduring connection to this land, its waters, and its community. As we move forward together, we strive to recognise and celebrate the rich cultural heritage and contributions of our Indigenous community who have been the traditional custodians of this land for thousands of years.

We are dedicated to promoting respect, understanding, and collaboration with our Indigenous community through our Indigenous Support Plan. This plan is designed to strengthen relationships, provide opportunities, and support initiatives that honour the heritage and contributions of our First Nations people.

Indigenous Support Plan

"Wanjoo" (The Welcome Song) Narrogin Primary School Choir performing Wanjoo (The Welcome Song),  a song written in Noongar Language by singer-songwriter Gina Williams. © Gina Williams 2009. All rights reserved.  Produced by the Shire of Narrogin