It is a priority of ARDS Board that we continue recording and documenting traditional knowledge, stories, songs and ceremonies. We are committed to supporting Aboriginal cultures and languages to remain vibrant and strong. Our well-established relationships with Indigenous communities allow us to work together to document, record and share (where appropriate) Indigenous law and knowledge.
About our recordings
To date we have worked primarily in northeast Arnhem Land and have a large database of Dhuwa and Yirritja recordings that are available to the appropriate Yolŋu (Yolngu) clan groups on request.
Songs and stories that are appropriate to share publicly are regularly played on Yolŋu Radio with the relevant clans permission.
Traditional stories
We are committed to providing opportunities for Aboriginal people to record their own traditional knowledge. For many years we have been funded for a Strong Traditions project to employ and train Yolŋu to capture their communities’ stories and songs.
Interested in sharing your story?
Contact us if you are interested in recording your community’s stories and songs or becoming a Strong Traditions staff member with ARDS.
Strong traditions consultants
Nathan Biyalnga Bidingal , Galiwinku
Gerald Yawulkpuy, Ramingining
Roxanne Miriwulu Gaykamangu, Ramingining
Jason Lanydjana Wanambi, Milingimbi
Damien Guyula, Gapuwiyak
The Wuḏuku Show (Yolŋu Radio)
Larry Wuduku Gurruwiwi presents 'stories from our old people' combined with a mixture of traditional manikay and contemporary Yolŋu music.
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