Gumbaynggirr Yuludarla (Gumbaynggirr Dreaming) / Dandarrga.na Gaagal.gu (Dorrigo – from ocean – to), Yarrila Place

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CreatorRuben BrowneTitleGumbaynggirr Yuludarla (Gumbaynggirr Dreaming) / Dandarrga.na Gaagal.gu (Dorrigo – from ocean – to)Date2022MediumAcrylic on compressed fibre cement (CFC)DimensionsH. 2000mm x W. 1000mm x D. 20mmArtist StatementThe Prominent Circles are representations of specific Sites and locations, from top to bottom, Dandarrga (Dorrigo) with a tree to symbolise the Stringybark Country, Baalijin (Bellinger/Bellingen) is symbolised with a Tiger Quoll, Gumgali (Sealy Lookout, Korora, Diggers) is symbolised as the Goanna that came from the west, Wirriiga – Bulagan (Two Sisters of Solitary Islands and Look At Me Now Headland) is symbolised as the two sand goannas and Giidayn Mirrlarl (Mutton Bird Island/ Moon Man Guardian) is represented by the Ceremonial Man.

The blue band from Dandarrga down and towards the left of the piece is accompanied by the long neck fresh water river turtle with 3 eggs. The blue band represents the rivers and waters ways, when in times of November rains, the snakes are able to collect eggs as a delicacy, and the snake represents the nation’s totem.

The lines between each site and location represents the paths travelled by Gumbaynggirr people since the dreaming.

The dot work pattern represent Yuludarla.gu (Dreaming-to).

The piece was created with consultation and in loving memory of Mark Flanders.Specific Place^[1]Accession NumberP2023.7.1Access AdviceFor research purposes only. No reproduction without permission of City of Coffs Harbour.

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Representing the Gambalamam clan on Gumbaynggirr country, this painting depicts areas stretching from inland Dandarrga (Dorrigo) to the off-shore Solitary Islands, each represented by their local symbols and joined by waterways and tracks. Acrylic on compressed fibre cement (CFC).

Part of the Gumbaynggirr Art Trail at Yarrila Place. The trail showcases a collection of six artworks, created by Gumbaynggirr artists, representing each of the six clan groups on Gumbaynggirr country – Bagawa, Garby, Garlambirla, Yurrunga, Ngambaga and Gambalamam.

This immersive experience invites visitors to embark on a cultural journey through Gumbaynggirr Country while guiding them through Yarrila Place, from its ground floor to the rooftop terrace.

CollectionPublic Art CollectionAgencyCity of Coffs Harbour

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