Whadjuk – Boya Ngura Shadow Arbour

Due for completion later this year, the Wadjuk Boya Ngura Shadow Arbour tells a story of Wadjuk culture and life.  Shadow makers which relay elements of Noongar culture within the City of Swan throughout history as well as in present day. The shadows move and change through the seasons and evolving light conditions. 

As is the Wadjuk/Noongar culture, the shadows are living, changing and evolving as time moves forward.  At times the shadow narrative is subtle, mixing with the shadow of the trees; at other moments the shadows are clear and crisp, both qualities emulating Whadjuk history with the Swan.

The local Whadjuk- Boya Ngura story is reflected in the many shadow maker elements. Over the next 8 weeks we will highlight the symbols and their stories.