Dhuluny

200 years of Wiradyuri resistance

Cultural Warning

We would like to advise everyone, especially First Nation’s Mob, that the following has words that are potentially upsetting and contains images of people who have returned Home to the Dreaming.

We have been waiting for 200 years to tell our side of the story, it's a hidden history that many people still do not know and understand.

Dhuluny is about truth-telling and our commitment to you throughout this week is to provide culturally safe spaces that are inclusive for all.

Acknowledgement of Country

Gawaymbanha-gu Wiradyuri-gu Ngurambang Yinaa-galang-bu, Gibir-bang-bu, Buraay-bu.

Wiradyuri Mayiny Nginhali Bila Wambuul, Galari, Marrambidya Dhuliiny Mayiny.

Wagirra Yindyamangidyal, Girinyalanha Yindyamarra, Yindyamarra Barringirra.

Maradhal Winhanganhagu, Giira Winhanganhagu, Yindyamarra Ngurambanggu.

Mandaang Guwu Wiradyuri Mudyiganggu Wiradyuri Mayiny.

Yanhanhadhu Guwayu.

Welcome to Wiradyuri Country women, men and children, Wiradyuri People are from here Wambuul, Galari, Marrambidya Bila, lace monitor goanna People.

Dhuluny Buyaa: walk careful, talk respectful, leave respectfully, to know, think and remember the past and future Respect Country.

Thank you, Wiradyuri Elders and Wiradyuri People.

Goodbye, see you later.

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    About Dhuluny

    Dhuluny (Dhu-loin) is a Wiradyuri word for “truth”, “rightness”, or “gospel”, and means rectitude, that which is direct, straight, acting, living.

    Dhuluny is a series of events commemorating the 200-year anniversary of the declaration of Martial Law on 14 August 1824 and the ensuing frontier violence.

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    Program of Events

    These events offers the opportunity to share and understand the true history of our country and celebrate the resilience of the Wiradyuri Nation.

  • Gudyarra (War/Battle with spears)

    Learn about the declaration of Martial Law and the ensuing frontier wars.

Wiradyuri Traditional Owners Central West Aboriginal Corporation wishes to say mandaang guwu (thank you) to all of the sponsors of Dhuluny.

Logo of Central Tablelands and Blue Mountains Community Legal Centre with stylized landscape graphic.
Logo of the New South Wales Aboriginal Land Council, featuring a stylized map with black and red sections and a yellow tree symbol.
Australian Government and Creative Australia logos side by side, featuring the Australian coat of arms with a kangaroo and emu, and the Creative Australia name in bold text.
Logo for radio station 99.3 B Rock, featuring a guitar pick design and the text "Rock of the West."
Dhuluny logo with abstract design and pattern, featuring text "Dhuluny: Truth and that which is direct."
Logo of Bathurst Regional Art Gallery with large letters 'BRAG' on a black background.
Logo of Charles Sturt University next to Bathurst Regional Council logo with butterfly design.
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Logo of 2bs radio station, 95.1 fm with "Local Voices" tagline in gold and black text.
Renzaglia Wines logo in stylized font
Logo of Wiradyuri Traditional Owners Central West Aboriginal Corporation, featuring a star and text "ICN 7184" inside an oval.
Arts OutWest logo with white text on an orange circle
Aerial view of Wilga Station with rural landscape, building, and solar panels at sunset.
Relationships Australia New South Wales logo on a dark background.
The word "WAHLU" in bold red and yellow letters on a black background.
Logo of Bathurst Regional Art Gallery Society (BRAGS Inc.), featuring bold letters "BRAGS Inc." and the full name underneath.
Logo of "Ludo Gallery" with white text on a black background.
Black circle with white text 'WBTS'
Colorful abstract logo with yellow circle and purple text "BUNDYI."
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Logo of Central West Women's Health Centre, featuring text "Support for Women & Children" and a stylized face design in green and purple.