Kardermudelar Karweeyn Mirring (Portland Bay Dance Ground)

Kardermudelar Karweeyn Mirring (Portland Bay Dance Ground) was created for healing, learning and connection.

An inclusive and peaceful space for the entire community to gather to acknowledge the Gunditjmara people, their rich culture and traditions, in an area designed especially for Traditional Owner cultural activities.

This project speaks to Council's commitment to support engagement and celebration of the Gunditjmara culture, linking directly to the community objective in Council's 2040 Community Plan and Vision as developed by you the community, to "recognise and honour Indigenous history and culture by providing story telling opportunities, public art opportunities and by celebrating history and culture through public events."

Kardemudelar Karweeyn Mirring benefits our community by providing:  

• A designated space for Gunditjmara people and First Nations people to hold cultural ceremonies, celebrations and traditions. 
• A ceremony circle to reclaim Gunditjmara Songlines.
• A physical representation of Gunditjmara people and culture in the landscape. 
• A space for the whole community to gather to experience and connect with Gunditjmara culture.
• A space for general use, for the whole community to hold public events and workshops for everyone to participate in.  

Kardemudelar Karweeyn Mirring was funded by the State Government's Regional Infrastructure Fund and the Federal Government's Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.

Booking and Usage Details

Whilst this space will be primarily used for Gunditjmara traditional dance, cultural ceremonies, education, community workshops and truth telling it also remains an available space for the wider community to enjoy.  Day to day general use of this space by everyone is welcomed. 

For formal use (i.e. community groups, events, school usage), a formal booking is required and can be completed using our online booking form.

This space is not permitted to be used for formal sport & recreation, BBQs or camping. Local bylaws are to be followed.

Please note: Gunditjmara Traditional Owners have complete and full use of this space on days of Cultural Significance (26 January and 19 November).