Creative Culture
Cathy Thomas, Wallaga Lake, NSW

Djirringjanj woman Cathy Thomas from Wallaga Lake on the far south coast of NSW is helping grow local Dhurga language, history and connection to culture in the region.
As a Red Cross Community Development Officer, Cathy has formed a partnership with the Little Yuin Preschool sharing her knowledge of local language, keeping it alive and strong for future generations. She is also leading the way in designing a playground together with local children that features a cultural nature track, bush tucker, community vegetable garden, totems and signage.