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Inaugural Traditional Welcome Whale Event 

A first for the region

June 16th 2023

The Whales of the Whitsundays together with Traditional Owners to put on the regions first cultural event to welcome whales through song, dance and traditional whale stories.

A Welcome to Country smoking ceremony was performed and Traditional Owners shared personal stories about their connection with Sea Country and how they see themselves as guardians of whales.
 

The event was a unifying experience and paved the way for a celebration each year to welcome the whales to the Whitsundays!

Gallery

A selection of images from the night.

Credit Whitsunday Environmental, Yooribura Cultural Experiences, Kellie Leonard

Thank you to event sponsors

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